Just like that, amidst the sprawling yellow sands, a special assault team departed from the provincial city and hurried to City C at maximum speed.
By the time the Zhan Family arrived, they were a month later than the initially scheduled time.
Ji Dong also continued to take care of the Tang Family's children for another tense month.
During that month plus, Ji Dong formed a deep bond with the children.
Especially Xiao'ai, who now particularly liked being held by Ji Dong as she slept. It was tough for Ji Dong, who couldn't refuse but also felt awkward every time he held her, sitting up straight and sweating profusely.
It wasn't until the Zhan Family arrived that he was able to escape from this awkward yet slightly blissful life.
Although he felt a somewhat inexplicable sense of loss, Ji Dong still got himself together and went back to his job.
The harsh winter came, with heavy snow sealing the doors.
