"Ali!" Lu Fengjin's eyes darkened, and he said with displeasure, "Do you have any idea how much power Fourth Imperial Brother has cultivated in Beijiang over these past few years? He endured humiliation and bore heavy burdens there; now that he has returned, he is surely here to avenge his disfigurement! How can you still be playing games at a time like this?"
Chu Yueli looked at him, her heart heavy with complex emotions. Was it the case now that no matter what she said or did, in his eyes, she was simply being unreasonable? If that were true, what was left for them to discuss?
"Your Highness, I am tired today and in no condition to host you. Please, take your leave." She picked up the wooden box and turned to leave.
Chapter 23