Long Yue and the others returned to Shengjing City in September.
Though September's weather remained scorching hot, refreshing autumn breezes began to blow, making mornings and evenings less unbearable.
A carriage slowly approached the city gates.
"Giddy up, giddy up!"
Riders appeared ahead, and upon closer inspection, it was none other than Li Yao, the Left Captain of the Imperial Army, General Li.
He spurred his horse forward, dismounted before the carriage, and saluted, "Subordinate Li Yao, following the Emperor's orders, here to welcome Mr. Li back to the Capital City!"
"Hmm!"
A calm voice echoed from inside the carriage, and Li Yao saluted again before escorting the carriage into the city.
"The Emperor was concerned about Mr. Li encountering danger en route, so he wanted me to come out and assist early, but I was delayed due to some issues, hence the tardiness."
