"Embroidery? Good heavens, what a cliché excuse!" I mentally scolded myself, though I had to maintain a look of tranquil composure on my face.
The sound of clanking armor grew closer, so I grabbed Xiaotao’s hand and quickened my pace. I had to find a way to shake off this tail; otherwise, let alone forming an alliance, I wouldn't even be able to get an audience with Imperial Noble Consort Chen.
"Xiaotao, listen to me," I whispered, leaning in close, "in a moment, you’re going to..."
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