Ning Wanwan set off as a princess of Tianchao, traveling to the Northwest to become the consort of the King of Mobei.
A grand, crimson-draped procession departed from the gates of the Imperial Palace. Xiao Shixue and Pei Jinxiu stood atop the city walls, watching the convoy until it vanished from sight. Xiao Shixue’s eyes were devoid of any light, a dark shadow lurking within her heart as if ready to burst forth, though her expression remained completely unperturbed. Finally, she flicked her sleeve with a sharp, disdainful gesture and turned away, not even bothering to spare Pei Jinxiu a glance.
As night fell, the air turned crisp. Inside the carriage, Ning Wanwan felt drowsy; the evening breeze tugged at the curtains, bringing in gusts of chill. She shivered, stirring from her half-slumber to open her eyes.
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