It wasn't something he was looking forward to in the least.
The gossip had made Lady Xuan lose face, and calming her down seemed near impossible. For most people it would be impossible, but Xuan Yang didn't spend all his time reading and learning for nothing.
He would just need to think harder, and be more convincing.
The incessant throbbing that lingered as he thought of his "family" that was so unyielding. However, the sight that greeted him as he leaned against the doorframe of their room washed away some of his fatigue and worry.
Seeing both of his lovers, Xuan Jian and Xu Feng, together in bed, resting peacefully, brought a genuine smile to Xuan Yang's face. It was a beautiful sight, one that filled his heart with warmth and reminded him of the love and harmony they had built together as a real family.
