In the middle of the night, light snow began to fall again.
Daman lay in bed, staring wide-eyed at the soft rustling of snow on the roof, unable to sleep at all.
The shocking conspiracy she heard from Xiaoman weighed on her heart like a giant stone, burning like fire and tormenting her...
She even somewhat regretted prying.
If she didn't know, it would've been fine.
Now that she knows, what should she do?
Nothing feels right.
This emotion entangled her, like insects biting, impossible to relieve...
Until the sound of Ping'an came from outside.
"Has Lady Hua Man retired? His Majesty requests your presence."
Daman was startled and sat up abruptly, her heart pounding.
Xiao Cheng had never summoned her at night before...
Calling her at this late hour was certainly not for serving.
This means...
Xiao Cheng suspects her.
She sat quietly for a moment, then dressed gently, threw on a thick cloak, and slowly walked out.
Outside, the cold wind mixed with snow struck her face.
