Their Return (1)

They ate the light snacks Dai Zhiqiang brought as their breakfast before they were finally ready to walk down the mountain. 

Dai Zhiqiang wore both of their bags in front of her body. Then, he crouched in front of Li Caiyi, with his back facing her.

"Hop on. I'll carry you down the mountain."

"What?! How can I make you do that? I'll be fine if you lend me your shoulder for a bit."

"Didn't you say you want to meet your sister as soon as possible to ensure her condition? If I let you walk, then it will take a long time before we can reach the bottom. It will aggravate your injury too."

"But, I'm pretty heavy…."

"You know I have a sturdy body, and I bet you aren't as heavy as crates of alcohol I have to lift every day."

Li Caiyi was hesitant, but she knew they couldn't waste their time here. She carefully climbed on his back and wrapped her arm around his neck. "P-please tell me if you need to rest. Don't force your—kya!!"