Ling Shi'er and his brothers didn't know why their Master insisted on going to such a dangerous place, but they had already made up their minds to protect her safety even at the cost of their lives.
Not knowing what her subordinates were thinking, Yao Zhi turned to Xi Yi and said, "Xi Yi, I don't know how long it will take me to return. So, during my absence, I will leave everything at home in your care."
Xi Yi curtsied and replied, "Master, you can leave everything to this subordinate."
Yao Zhi smiled and then turned to the Ling Squad. "Ling Yi, Ling Er, Ling San, Ling Si, Ling Wu. The 5 of you will stay and protect Xi Yi and the children."
They cupped their fists and replied in unison, "This subordinate obeys."
"The rest of you will come with me to the Northeast City. We will leave as soon as we finish packing up."
Ling Shi'er and the rest of the Ling Squad cupped their fists and replied in unison, "Understood!"
