"Right, you should take some useful items, especially some small practical things you might not be able to buy once you leave here... Bring some snacks, too. You might feel uncomfortable when you first get there. I remember some people even brought Pixian bean paste from home..."
She remained calm. "I don't want to take too much. Just a few essentials will do."
"Why?" he asked.
She was forthright. "I don't want the hassle of collecting luggage. A single suitcase should be more than enough."
The real reason was that she was scared. After all, she had never traveled alone, and the thought of having too many items to handle frightened her. She'd rather buy what she needed when she arrived.
"I'll see you off," he offered.
"No need."
He was silent.
