Su Xinyi did not wish to linger in the harem, her mind set on returning to the Eastern Palace. Yet sometimes what we hope to avoid is precisely what we encounter. Who would have thought she would bump into Prince Xiang in the harem?
They met face-to-face.
Prince Xiang appeared as a noble, his fine countenance bearing less charm and more stern discipline today. But upon catching sight of Su Xinyi, his expression instantly changed.
"Greetings, sister-in-law."
Su Xinyi looked at Prince Xiang's beaming smile, overcome by a chilling feeling. Despite having experienced two lifetimes, she found his sudden shift in demeanor surprisingly swift.
"Ah, it's you, ninth brother. Are you off to see the Noble Consort?" Attempting to maintain her composure as though she had noticed nothing unusual, Su Xinyi greeted him as customary.
