The following morning, Gu Chaoyan rose at dawn. Tian Qi had already arrived at the Yan Mansion, ready to escort Yan Danqiu into the city. Tian Qi, primarily responsible for driving the carriage, awaited the departure.
Accompanying Gu Chaoyan this time were Zhixia, Tian Liu, and Yan Dandong. Gu Chaoyan had made a promise to bring the youngest Dandong along on this wagon journey.
Confident in Tian Qi's assistance, Gu Chaoyan had little concern about bringing them into the city. While Danxia, being older, required less attention, Gu Chaoyan trusted Tian Qi to handle any issues that might arise with Dandong and Tian Jiu.
Yan Dandong radiated happiness as the family set out.
Upon reaching the village entrance, the carriage unexpectedly came to a halt.
Puzzled, Gu Chaoyan lifted the curtain and questioned, "Brother Tian Qi, what's happening?"
Tian Qi sighed, explaining, "The Jiang Clan has stopped us."