Ji Liushuang seemed a little dazed. No one found it strange.
Whether or not she'd brought this on herself, being attacked and injured, then denied time to rest and dragged through all this—it was only natural for her to be worn out.
In fact, seeing her like this was almost a relief. The way she'd been so sharp and aggressive earlier had been a little hard to look at.
"Want me to take you outside for a walk?"
Fu Qian saw her state and waved, calling out to her.
"Mm... all right."
Ji Liushuang snapped back to her senses.
He really was taking good care of her...
Ji Liushuang agreed without hesitation, and Professor Andir really did push her wheelchair out with one hand.
For a moment, no one said a word, even after the two of them had left.
"So why is this place called Silver Mist Manor?"
Ji Liushuang clearly knew the place well. Following her directions, the two of them soon made it outside.
The scenery was lovely, regardless of what one thought of the people here. As Fu Qian admired the view, he asked casually, "What's the story behind the name?"
"I only heard it from my mother... When the manor was first built, mercury-colored mist often spread across the foothills at the eastern end. Anyone who entered recklessly might experience all sorts of hallucinations."
Ji Liushuang pointed in a certain direction.
"That sounds fascinating. I'd like to see it for myself."
Fu Qian followed her gaze.
"It's been a legend for a long time... Besides, it's a long way from here, and I'm in no shape to go with you. Let's take this path."
Ji Liushuang smiled quietly, then gestured for Fu Qian to take the fork beside them.
This route was clearly a