The cold moon rose high, its shadow slanting toward the west. Silver radiance illuminated a corner of the garden, casting a shimmering glaze over the bright red blossoms, while the fountain pool sparkled with the reflection of scattered stars. In that moment, the tranquil courtyard felt exactly like a magical garden from a fairy tale.
However, neither of the two people in the garden was in the mood to appreciate the scenery. In each other’s eyes, they saw the most beautiful glow in the world. For a fleeting moment, all was silent—the chirping of insects and birds vanished, leaving only the rhythm of their growing heartbeats echoing in their ears.
Ling Lu suddenly felt a wave of heat. It was as if the wine she had sipped at the banquet were surging back, the alcohol spreading from her thumping heart through her entire body until her blood felt as if it were boiling.
Chapter 314