Faced with Lu Yuan's fury, the Jinyi Guards didn't dare utter a peep.
After a few seconds of awkward silence, the lead Jinyi Guard spoke. "Of course not, of course not. Lord Lu, you should get some rest. It's getting late, so we won't impose any further."
Lu Yuan waved his hand dismissively, saying nothing.
Seeing this, Zhao Qiao'Er stepped forward. "My, my, sirs. We've already prepared hot water for you. Aren't you staying the night at the Zhao Mansion?"
The Jinyi Guard leader replied, "We appreciate the lady's kind offer, but our horses and bags are still at the post station. We'll join Lord Lu and escort him when he sets out for the Imperial Capital."
These Jinyi Guards were determined to stick with Lu Yuan and see him all the way to the Imperial Capital.
Zhao Qiao'Er was naturally delighted to hear that her dear nephew could stay in the Zhao Mansion a while longer.
A wide smile spread across Zhao Qiao'Er's face. "Very well! Xiaocui'Er, see our guests out!"
