Xia Chen could see that his sister wasn't even bothering to act anymore. Although her words were ostensibly a plea for mercy, they were completely devoid of sincerity by the time they reached his ears.
Still, for the sake of the bigger picture, Xia Chen had no choice but to call off his plans. He walked over to his sister and crouched down. Since he had used a slipknot to tie the little one’s wrists, it took only a gentle tug for Shi Yao’s hands and feet to be instantly freed.
Yet, when the girl realized the ropes binding her had been untied by her brother, a look of disappointment couldn't help but wash over her fair, delicate face.
Chapter 197