Emperor Bei Chen was in the room cultivating when he suddenly heard a knock on the door. He knew that Hong Zhuang had left earlier to help the girl in the green dress buy clothes. Since the clothing store was close to the inn, she had gone there on her own.
However, he hadn't sensed Hong Zhuang's return yet, so who could be knocking at the door now?
Emperor Bei Chen slowly opened the door and saw the girl in the green dress standing in front of him.
A trace of surprise appeared on his clear and handsome face. Emperor Bei Chen narrowed his beautiful eyes slightly and asked, "What brings you here?"
After bathing and grooming, the already fair complexion of the girl named Luoluo had a touch of rosy blush. Her eyes were like autumn water, captivating and enchanting.
Especially with her delicate and vulnerable appearance, it could easily arouse a man's protective instincts. Few men could resist such temptation.
However, Emperor Bei Chen remained indifferent to the allure that others found irresistible. His words were cold and devoid of any sympathy.
"The benefactor said she went out to buy clothes for me, but I haven't seen her return yet," Luoluo said, lowering her head and staring at the floor. Her voice revealed a hint of fear and worry.
Upon hearing her words, Emperor Bei Chen furrowed his brow. It had indeed been quite a while since Hong Zhuang left.
"I will go out and look for Hong Zhuang," he said.
Worry filled Emperor Bei Chen's deep and captivating eyes. He couldn't help but think of Bai Li Hong Zhuang, who hadn't returned even after buying a dress. Could something have happened?
Hearing Emperor Bei Chen's words, Luoluo couldn't help but startle. His reaction was completely different from what she had expected.
"I-I'm alone in the room, and I'm afraid that man will come back to find me. Sir, can I stay by your side? As soon as the benefactor returns, I will go back immediately," Luoluo mustered up her courage and finally spoke her mind.
Emperor Bei Chen's eyes slightly narrowed, and his gaze fell upon Luoluo, his expression dark and uncertain.
Feeling the slightly gloomy gaze of Emperor Bei Chen, Luoluo stuttered, "I-I..."
After a brief thought, Emperor Bei Chen, who had no personal connection with the girl, didn't harbor any favorable or strong negative feelings toward her.
Since Hong Zhuang had saved her, he couldn't completely ignore her either. He spoke, "Then stay in the room for now."
Hearing Emperor Bei Chen's words, Luoluo's heart filled with joy, and a glimmer of delight appeared in her eyes as she obediently sat down nearby.
Emperor Bei Chen's gaze then turned to the window. It had been so long since Hong Zhuang left. What was she doing?
However, in the next moment, a smile appeared at the corner of Emperor Bei Chen's lips because he saw a figure dressed in white coming downstairs.
Just as Emperor Bei Chen was about to open the door to welcome Bai Li Hong Zhuang, Luoluo suddenly stood up, tore open her own clothes, and hugged Emperor Bei Chen.
"Sir, I..."
Taken aback by Luoluo's sudden embrace, Emperor Bei Chen's face instantly turned gloomy, and he pushed her away.
However, Luoluo held onto Emperor Bei Chen tightly and refused to let go.
A suppressed storm brewed in Emperor Bei Chen's deep, dark eyes. Just as he was about to forcefully push Luoluo away, the door opened.
Bai Li Hong Zhuang appeared in front of Emperor Bei Chen.
Emperor Bei Chen froze, looking at Bai Li Hong Zhuang with concern. His fists involuntarily clenched. This was truly infuriating!
After returning to the room without seeing Luoluo, Bai Li Hong Zhuang came to Emperor Bei Chen's room. However, she didn't expect to see such a scene when she opened the door.