Upon hearing this, Su Li suddenly remembered that his father had been away for quite some time. He immediately asked, "Mother, I miss father too. Why has he been gone for so long?"
Gu Zi replied, "Perhaps he has some mission to attend to. After all, your father is very capable. I wanted to tell you that I plan to go to the capital to find him, but I'm worried about leaving you here alone. I've already arranged for your leave from school. Would you like to come with me?"
Gu Zi had made up her mind. Even if it meant waiting aimlessly in the capital's military district, she was determined to find him and return to Guangcheng together. Su Shen had made so many efforts and accepted such dangerous tasks just to return home. All she had to do was make a trip to a distant place. There was no reason not to go.
Upon hearing this, Su Li eagerly said, "Yes, yes, mother, don't leave us behind. Take us with you!"