Pei Shu'er extended her pinky finger and lightly hooked the palm of Tang Zan's hand, with a teasing smile.
Tang Zan paused his steps, turned his head, and gave her a warning look.
"I think you just need a good lesson."
Pei Shu'er naturally understood what that meant; she tugged at the corner of her lips.
"Tang Zan, don't be angry, you can't bear for me to take risks, just as I can't bear for you to encounter trouble."
Tang Zan pursed his lips and said nothing, while Pei Shu'er took the opportunity to link arms with him and walk to the back, already half-leaning on Tang Zan's shoulder.
Only then did the other soldiers realize that the person carrying the large package was, in fact, their lady.
Tang Zan continued forward until he mounted his horse; only then did he bend down and lift Pei Shu'er onto the horse as well. With gentle movements, he encircled Pei Shu'er's waist with his arms, allowing her to lean comfortably into his embrace.
