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"I should go and tell the others to prepare," Yan Xiaobao said, but before he could turn around successfully, a small blur appeared in front of them. Before Lao could react, a small fox nestled into Yan Xiaobao's embrace. The fox's eyes were filled with suspicion, scanning the surroundings with those eyes. Yan Xiaobao frowned and gently stroked the fox.
"Is something wrong with Huli?" Yan Xiaobao asked gently. The fox nodded, as it kept turning from side to side in his embrace.
"I know you cannot speak, but tell me, is this about what happened in Muchuan City?" Yan Xiaobao asked, and the fox shook its head. "Is it about going to the Central Palace?" The fox nodded.
"Have you been there before?" he asked, and the fox shook its head once more. With laughter, Yan Xiaobao tousled the fox's fur, looking at her with tender eyes. "Do not worry, Huli; I will be very careful. Besides, you will help protect me."
