Liu Yuan fell silent at Gu'er's words. He knew he was being a bit impatient. But he was genuinely worried. The journey was dozens of miles, and Gu'er was a young woman traveling alone. If anything happened, there would be no one to help her. But Gu'er had refused, and if he insisted, it would seem like he had ulterior motives.
"Can you really manage on your own?"
Liu Yuan was still a little uncertain.
"Really. Look, didn't I get here just fine?"
Gu'er nodded, assuring him. It was better for her to go back by herself than for Liu Yuan to escort her.
"Alright then. Be careful on the road."
Liu Yuan could only give up. His intentions were good, but it wouldn't be right to make her feel as if he were forcing her.
Gu'er smiled at him. Seeing another customer arrive to buy vegetables, she quickly struck up a conversation.
After selling all her vegetables, Gu'er packed up her things neatly.
"I'm heading back now, Brother Liu Yuan. You should head back soon, too."
