Chen Feng's reliability in handling matters put Gu Lan at ease, and with a calm expression, he nodded.
He said nothing more but turned his gaze toward Gu Simu, his concern for her evident.
The moment Gu Simu noticed his gaze, she smiled faintly and looked up.
"You promised me earlier," she said with a gentle smile, stepping back two paces.
She feared that Gu Lan might impose more restrictions on her, and leaving would become difficult.
Seeing her reaction, Gu Lan sighed but refrained from saying anything further. His voice, however, carried a weight of concern as it reached Chen Feng's ears.
"Take good care of this girl."
Chen Feng was momentarily surprised but quickly nodded.
"Master, rest assured!"
With that, Gu Lan did not linger. He turned and disappeared, heading to a place where he suspected there might be hidden threats.
While he had full confidence in his disciples at the Royal School, he was concerned about the possibility of covert attacks from the shadows.