"So what can you do for His Highness? Miss Pei, do forgive my harsh words, but what difference would it make if you entered the Eastern Palace? You can't change your family's views for His Highness, nor can you ease his worries. You're like an ivy flower, pleasing to the eye but lacking a firm root. If His Highness has deep affection for you, that's one thing, at least your relationship holds emotional weight. But from my understanding, that's not the case, so, your perceived devotion is nothing more than wishful thinking."
Su Xinyi didn't want to be so harsh, but seeing Pei Nianwei indulging in self-pity was making her rather nauseous.
Pei Nianwei:...
At this moment, her face was as mixed as a knocked-over paintbox. She wanted to retort strongly, but she did not have the confidence to do so.
