Chapter 60: Weakness (2)
“I can’t wait any longer.” Xu Ruoying nodded, her expression somewhat downcast. “The little stutterer told me about the situation in the city. It’s safe, though a little chaotic, but for someone like me with some skills, the city offers decent treatment.”
“So, before you…”
“Before, I hadn’t figured out the anti-inflammatory herbs, but this time is different.” Dr. Xu looked up, showing a hopeful smile. “So, once I establish a foundation with the little stutterer in the city and settle down, we can help you join us.”
“…” Yu Hong remained silent.
Dr. Xu seemed to realize something, and her smile faded.
“City life is still much better than being on our own out here.” She said quietly.
“Then I wish you good luck.” Yu Hong also said quietly.
Turning around, he headed back towards the cave’s safe house.
Although he had expected that the others without the Black Mark would eventually leave due to the increasingly dangerous external environment, he hadn’t anticipated it would come so soon.