26 Shall Feel Safe (1/2)

”Stupid girl, slow down when you eat! You'll choke!” Commander Bai scolded.

”Yes, yes, Rin understands.” Rin coughed lightly slowing down the pace of her chopsticks movements.

In a minimum of two days, Rin's body began to recover back to its original strength. She had slowly started her regular training but with lighter pieces of training and steps.

Although it was slow, it was better than not training at all.

As the two ate their morning meal, Commander Bai had instructed Rin to eat more raw foods rather than anything oily as it'd affect her health.

Rin could only sigh bitterly as she ate plain white rice and a few raw vegetables and fruits.

”We'll be heading to the Northern Empire soon,” Commander Bai suddenly spoke.

Rin looked up from her bowl and nodded with a faint hum proceeding to eat. The Commander couldn't help but furrow his brows towards her response.

”Girl...Are you sure you want to come with me?” He spoke hesitantly.

”Does grandpa not want me to come with him?” Rin asked, her head tilted.

”Aiya! Don't twist this old man's words.” He lightly huffed.

Sighing, Commander stares directly into the young girl's eyes - his expression turning serious.

”Rin, you must know the power I hold back in the Northern Empire.” He said. ”I'm the Commander of my kingdom, I even hold a slightly greater authority than my Emperor, if you add the backing I have with my army.”

Rin had continued to stay silent allowing the Commander to finish his words.

”However, with power comes great sacrifices,” He sighed sadly. ”With power comes enemies and with enemies comes danger. If you're to follow me you will also be placing yourself at risk. Are you willing?”

Remaining silent Rin silently stares at the Commander as she then shifts her gaze towards the now cold tea on the table.

Memories of her times in the Li Palace flashed before her eyes as she remembered the evil schemes her family was exposed to, the fake smiles and lies.

At first, things were stable, her father, the previous Crown Prince knew the truth of the Palace and their evil deeds.

Yet he, a man of love, dignity, and honor chose to remain with his family - removing them from the Palace's darkness.

Unfortunately, sometimes a man in love can be just as dangerous as a man seeking revenge.

Rin's Uncle, Emperor Li Chang had also been in love with her mother. Yet she did not love him back and chose to be with his brother, the Crown Prince Li Jian.