However, Song Lingbo's strength was indeed formidable. Coupled with the fact that the guard birds accompanying them this time were all top-tier fighters, though wounded, their injuries were not life-threatening. After a fierce battle, the Vittle Spirit Birds ceased their harassment, and the group pressed onward, each bearing their wounds...
The next day, as soon as the city gates opened, they headed toward the Song family estate. As it was still early, the streets were relatively empty. Nevertheless, when the passersby saw the group returning, each bearing wounds and looking thoroughly exhausted, they stared in astonishment for a long while.
Hao'er and Muchen kept pace with the others as they hurried along, while Yue'er slept soundly, carried on Mi'er's back.
