Actually, Qiao Shaoguo had wanted to say, "You finally wised up, kid," but fearing Yunyi might misunderstand, he held his tongue.
Huo Jingrui knew Qiao Shaoguo was quite busy, so he didn't stay long. After briefly updating him on the people taken from the mountain, he left with Yunyi.
By the time they reached the small plaza, it was already filled with educated youths. Not far away, on a platform, someone was delivering an impassioned speech at a mobilization meeting.
Once the meeting adjourned, everyone rushed to the registration area.
Huo Jingrui silently rejoiced. Fortunately, the young lady possessed medical skills; otherwise, she might have become one of these fervent youths.
As they walked on, someone called out, "Uncle Huo, is that really you?"
Huo Jingrui turned and saw it was Zheng Xuewen. "What are you doing here?"
