Early the next morning, as soon as Xie Qi stepped out of his room, he caught sight of Xienok standing stiffly by the door. His eyes were red and swollen, clearly having waited there for a long time.
But unlike other days, the space above Xienok’s head was bare; the crown that belonged to the prince was now clutched tightly in his hands.
Xienok gazed at Xie Qi with intense focus, his eyes filled with resolve and determination. As soon as Xie Qi came into view, he stepped forward and, without a moment’s hesitation, held the crown out toward him, saying in a slightly hoarse voice, "This is for..."
Chapter 126