'Things that are not under one's control'
The words were put on a repeat in Li Bai Yuan head
She replied with 'hmm' and 'oh' as Ye Zan tried to engage her in conversation whilst leading her through the lush garden, porch, through the entrance, and into the lounge.
Ye Zan paused, noticing Li Bai Yuan's detachment. "Mother is there something worrying you?"
"About the Buddhist monk you mentioned to me, is he really trustworthy?"
Out of a sudden, this question was asked. Ye Zan's smile became somewhat stiff. She looked over her shoulders, confirming there wasn't somewhat in the vicinity. Then cautiously, she asked. "Why do you ask this all of sudden?"
