None of them had noticed that once Jun Xian had turned his back on them, there was a glint in his eyes and as he walked away, his ‘retreating back’ lost its former vicissitudes and he strode on with vigor, no different from when he was commanding the entire army, reverting back to the very same hero which made the State of Qi today.
As he entered Jun Wu Xie’s courtyard, he could smell the familiar scent of herbs.
Jun Wu Xie was holding two pots of herbal concoctions as she slowly stepped out of her pharmacy when she saw Jun Xian.
“Grandfather.” She called out gently as he acknowledged her with a warm smile and nod.
“You are still fiddling around with these? Don’t you feel bored staying at home all the time? Next month the Prince will be having his birthday celebration, I’ll bring you along.” He gave her a loving smile.
“Alright.” She didn’t give it much thoughot in her reply.
Jun Xian smiled and patted her on the shoulder, without saying another word, he went back to his room.
Jun Wu Xie stood rooted to the spot as she watched his disappearing back. Only after his back view was no longer visible, she then continued on her way to Jun Qing’s room.