Pei Lian had been so worried about her staying out all night that she couldn't sleep, yet she dared not make a scene, fearing it would only damage Shen Xuejin's reputation.
Seeing her return safe and sound, Pei Lian finally let out a sigh of relief. However, noticing her troubled expression, she couldn't help but ask what had happened. Shen Xuejin relayed what Huo Nanchi had told her.
"Is this what’s bothering you?" Pei Lian took Shen Xuejin's hand. "The bystander sees the truth while the player is lost in the game. I have long noticed that Lord Huo treats you quite differently."
Chapter 113