Having just settled into bed, after returning to her room for less than half an hour, Wen Ruyan was surprised to find Liu Zhiyuan, the son of the Liu family, visiting the Flowers Pavilion.
Even more surprising was that she was summoned to her room to meet him.
Compelled to dress and present herself to greet Mr. Liu, Wen Ruyan was caught off guard by Liu Zhiyuan's unexpected visit beneath her softened demeanor.
Although Mr. Liu was a frequent visitor at the Flowers Pavilion, he primarily socialized over drinks with the princess's husband. He had never ventured to her quarters before, nor was there word of him spending a night in any other lady's quarters.
His current after-hour visit, especially during New Year's eve, undeniably provides grounds for curiosity.
"Good evening, Mr. Liu," Wen Ruyan greeted, bowing her head respectfully towards the imposing man before her. When she looked up again, she saw the stern expression on his face and a half-swollen cheek.
