Li Zongrui visibly hesitated at Hu Ji's words. Although he intended to see his kindness through to the end, he wasn't the one in charge. It was true that Li Zongrui was the Lesser Sect Master of the Qingyun Sect, but the leader of this expedition was Pavilion Master Zhang. With his own master also present, it was never his place to have the final say.
Hu Ji noticed Li Zongrui's hesitation. Her thoughts raced, and she spoke to him delicately, "There's no need for you to trouble yourself, Young Master. We aren't far from the capital now. I should be fine if I'm a bit careful. Hu Ji is grateful once again for your life-saving grace. If there is an afterlife, I am willing to work like an ox and horse to repay you!"
As Hu Ji spoke, tears welled in her eyes. A pang of heartache struck Li Zongrui, but he still dared not agree rashly. He could only say, "Miss Hu Ji, please wait a moment. I will discuss this with my companions."
