Late at night, Na'er's bedroom door opened, and a little silver-haired head poked out. Her large eyes looked left, then right.
After confirming that no one was around, she hugged a pillow and stepped out, carefully closing the door behind her before silently making her way to Xiling's room.
Na'er tried turning the doorknob and found that it was unlocked. Her eyes lit up. "Hmph, if I can't do it openly, then I'll do it secretly."
Feeling smug, she quietly opened the door. "Hehe, Brother, I'm here!"
Only a dim bedside lamp remained lit in the room, its warm glow falling over Xiling, who was sleeping against the side of the bed.
Holding her breath, Na'er tiptoed all the way to the bedside, terrified of making even the slightest sound and waking him.
The grievance of being stopped by Bella during the day was completely forgotten. All that remained on her little face was the secret delight of getting her way.
Before Xiling could open his eyes, the little girl lifted a corner of the blanket, curled into the bed with her pillow, and carefully pressed herself against his side. Her warm body touched his arm, and she instantly felt at ease.
At that moment, Xiling turned his head and slowly opened his eyes. Their gazes met, and neither spoke.
Caught red-handed, Na'er's body stiffened. She instinctively shrank deeper under the covers, leaving only a pair of sparkling eyes exposed as she looked at Xiling pitifully.
"It feels so empty sleeping alone. I can't fall asleep."
This time, Xiling did not indulge her. He grabbed the back of Na'er's collar and gently tossed her out, using just enough force to ensure she would not be hurt.
Outside the door, Na'er stood there blankly with her pillow in her arms. The