Chapter 70 - Journey

"We're going out of Han Shi Kingdom's Capital City," Wei Yijun said as he pointed to the South gate that was only a few meters away from them.

Wei Liuying nodded. "It's magnificent."

"This will be your first time getting out of the city. Second Brother, the world outside is much bigger than the capital city."

"Really?" Wei Liuying was naturally curious.

Wei Yijun nodded. "There are so many things that you'll see when you go outside. The different terrain and views are all very beautiful. However, it's clearly the outside world that's filled with much more danger than what you can possibly imagine."

Weather, bandits, natural disasters, and many more.

Wei Liuying had heard many of them, but she hadn't experienced any of those. After all, the capital city was safe. Aside from some thieves that she encountered or some bandits who sneaked in, there were nothing of the others in the capital city.

Though, having to face the nature's wrath must be even scarier compared to facing human.

After all, the scale was thoroughly different.

Wei Hong showed a token and the gate was opened for them. As they stepped out, they could see the completely different world. Wei Liuying was not allowed to head to the wall because it was unsuitable for ladies, so this was truly her first time seeing the outer world outside the capital city.

There were grassland and obviously much more trees than what she ever seen before. In the faraway distance, she could see the silhouette of mountains that was covered in slight fog. It must be the South Plum Mountain where they would be holding their hunt this time.

As Wei Liuying marveled over the sight, Wei Yijun chuckled beside her.

"First Brother?"

"Your reaction is not any better than me when I first get out. Come on, don't get left behind."

"Yes, First Brother."

The journey took longer than what Wei Liuying expected. She never knew that sitting so long on the horse back could be so tiring. Looking at the carriages, she wondered whether the young ladies were alright because of the bumpy road. It wouldn't be that comfortable to stay in a carriage when the road was uneven like this.

Unlike the city, the road outside was a bumpier. Some places were higher while some were lower. It made her wonder why the road was never fixed. In case there was emergency, it wouldn't be a smooth journey with this kind of road.

"Why don't I see the others, First Brother?" Wei Liuying asked curiously.

"The Imperial Family always departed the last because they have the biggest number of people. As for the others, some is already far ahead while some are behind," Wei Yijun replied. "We're going to meet them soon when we reach the mountain's area."

"I see."

"It's time for lunch, so I'm sure that Father will stop the carriages for a while."

Wei Liuying nodded. Not long afterwards, Wei Hong Zheng stopped their journey and ordered the servants to prepare for food. Looking around, Wei Yijun pointed to the East. "Shall we try to hunt some rabbits?"

"Are there any?" Wei Liuying asked.

"This is grassland and the tall grass can hide rabbits when they're hiding, so who knows what we're going to find. It'll take time until the food is cooked, so let's go."

Wei Liuying looked at her first brother with doubts. She never knew that Wei Yijun was actually this kind and attentive to her second brother. It looked like their relationship was not what it seemed on the surface.

Swish!

With their martial arts, it was easy for them to head to the forest without making any sound. Huo and Wei Yijun's servant was following from a distance away. It was not the first time Wei Yijun chose to separate himself from the crowd and it was unlikely that it would be the last time too.

Wei Liuying scanned the area around while Wei Yijun checked the ground to find traces of rabbit. He smiled brightly when he saw that there were some traces on the ground and quietly followed. As Wei Liuying had never hunted before, she chose to stay silent and followed from a distance away.

Wei Yijun prepared his bow and arrow as he leaned against a big rock. His eyes were looking to one direction as he quietly stayed still in his place, perfectly blending with the nature. His presence grew thinner and if one didn't see him there, they would never expect that he was there.

Wei Liuying waited patiently from the side. Suddenly, she saw movement as a rabbit jumped out. Wei Yijun raised his bow and arrow in swift movement.

Dzing!