Chương 140: Chapter 140 Warmth(1)_1

Not long after the Punishing Shopkeeper left, Lizhong brought Lixiu back. At that moment, Lixiu was wearing a slightly worn plain dress. Perhaps due to the scare and lack of rest over these past few days, her complexion was somewhat pale, and she seemed not too spirited.

This was the second time Mo Yan saw Lixiu. Compared to the first time, she seemed much more serene, but there was still a faint trace of sorrow between her brows.

Lixiu also recognized Mo Yan as the girl from their 'chance encounter' that day. She was of a meek disposition but not dull-witted; thinking back to how smoothly her father found her, she easily guessed Mo Yan's well-intentioned efforts. In that moment, a flood of emotions overcame her, and her heart was filled with immense gratitude.

However, having been through such a place, would they really not mind at all? With that thought, a trace of unease showed on her face.