Kiki didn't overthink it and simply replied, "Wherever Mai goes, I'll follow."
Sienna was fond of Kiki. Hearing that she was willing to follow her, she said excitedly, "Okay, when I go, I'll take you with me."
"Okay."
Kiki had just finished preparing a plate of sliced potatoes. Suddenly, a thought crossed her mind. She looked up at Sienna and asked in a hushed tone, "Are you planning to...run away again?" She lowered her voice so much when she said "run away," afraid others might hear.
"Yes." Sienna was busy making the spice blend – the crucial part of a flavorful hotpot.
"But...what if the Sixth Master finds out... You know how temperamental he is. Mai, can't you just stay?"
"No!"
"Kiki, I like you a lot and hope you'll come with me, but I won't force you. If you think it's better to stay, then stay. Remember, you don't have to help me, but you absolutely cannot stand in my way. Otherwise, we can no longer be friends." Sienna's tone was stern.
