C30 A Trace of Heartache Flashed in His Eyes

The monk, draped in his robe, turned to watch Lo Qiuli's retreating figure. A hint of surprise flickered in his kind eyes before they returned to calm. He walked over to his meditation cushion, sat down, and began to chant.

"Why is it that whenever I'm not around, you end up getting hurt like this? I thought I'd let you suffer a bit, but it seems that's not necessary now