In the end, she seemed to make some decision and abruptly rose, intending to take her little maid's hand and have her pack their things while she was at it.
But the instant she reached out, she discovered that Ling'er had already packed everything and even offered her hand, as though she had already guessed what she would do.
Han Lingxuan froze for a moment, then took Ling Ling'er's hand with an expressionless face and walked toward the Illusory Moon Grand Array.
A Burning Cat followed behind them.
Wind and snow swept over them, making the silhouettes of the two women and one cat look especially harmonious and warm, like a family.
Through the wind and snow, snatches of the mistress and maid's conversation drifted over.
"Ling'er guessed right. Princess Consort, you really are the kindest person in this world..."
"You guessed wrong. I am cruel, vicious, and cunning. In the imperial court, all the other consorts would be nothing but my playthings, because I am cold-blooded and heartless! A killer with no feelings..."
"If you're cruel and vicious, Princess Consort, then Ling'er is the fiercest maid in the world. In any case, no matter what happens, Ling'er will stay with you."
The little maid puffed out her cheeks, trying hard to look like a ferocious fiend so that she would match her princess consort.
The White Snow Lion Cat followed behind them, rolling its glassy eyes and thinking these two humans were far too foolish, far too lacking in intelligence.
Then...
It, too, put on a fierce expression and strode toward the Illusory Moon Grand Array with its head high and chest out, as though it wanted to tear its romantic rivals apart with its own paws.
It was snowing inside the Illusory Moon Grand Array as well.