The day after her father was buried, Lü Bijun had to return to Beijing City.
She was worried about Tangtang. Being away for too long would likely make her daughter anxious, and besides, she had to get back to work.
Her family understood. Besides, with He Ziqian also there, life was rather inconvenient given the limited space at home.
Lü's mother said, "Go on back. Come visit again when you have time."
Lü Jianjun clapped He Ziqian on the shoulder. "Treat my sister well."
He Ziqian nodded.
He Ziqian carried both of their bags, and he and Lü Bijun departed.
They walked all the way to town, and both were exhausted by the end of it. It had been a long time since they had walked such a long distance.
They usually traveled by car and were clearly out of practice.
But when it was time to buy tickets, He Ziqian said to Lü Bijun, "Buy one for me, too. You brought enough money, right? Because I'm broke."
