Everyone said that after she had defied him, he had flown into a towering rage and even uttered harsh words in public. Yet now that she had returned before him, he was looking at her with a smile?
Yue Li Lian looked at this uncle of hers, the Assistant Minister of the Military Residence. Even now, she realized she simply could not see through him at all.
"I'm back. Kill me or carve me up, I'll leave it all to you." Yue Li Lian said tremblingly, then closed her eyes and stood perfectly still.
Yet for a long while, the other party gave no response.
When she opened her eyes again, the man was already seated on a stone chair in the pavilion, holding a teapot. Two cups sat on the table, both radiant treasures gleaming with flowing light.
"Hundred Imperial Tea sent as tribute from the south. His Majesty bestowed some upon me to taste. Lian'er, have some too." The Assistant Minister of the Military Residence sounded relaxed and natural as he poured her a cup with an effortless gesture.
"What are you putting on this act for? What value do I still have for you to exploit? I'm not worthy, am I? Since I'm not worthy, why bother with this false sentiment? Wouldn't it be better to follow your heart? Don't worry, I won't go outside and speak ill of you. Consider that repayment enough for your so-called kindness in raising me." Yue Li Lian did not approach. She remained where she was, fists clenched tight, her reddened eyes fixed on the man.
Hearing this, the Assistant Minister of the Military Residence paused, then raised his head to look at her.
At last, he let out a faint sigh and said, "After you left for so long this