Wen Jiu followed Xiao Jue as he navigated the palace with practiced ease until they reached the hall where Xiao Qing'er resided.
"Phew, it’s freezing." They had left in such a hurry that only the Heir Prince had thought to drape a heavy fur cloak over himself while in the carriage. Wen Jiu, too preoccupied with their urgent mission, had forgotten just how cold the night air would be after leaving the warmth of the room.
Xiao Jue’s lips curled into a slight smile as he pulled her into his embrace. "Let’s get inside; the weather is still too bitter."
Chapter 164