The atmosphere had become subtly tense, and Su Xiaowan's visits home had become even less frequent.
Then one day, Guan Tong sought out Su Xiaowan on her way home.
The moment Su Xiaowan saw Guan Tong, her heart skipped a beat for Guan Tong had graduated and was assigned work at a courthouse in Kyoto.
However, if there was something for her cousin, Song Yonghui, he would come to help.
At this time, there were fewer people in court and the court was not busy; so, although Guan Tong was a newcomer, he had time to help Song Yonghui with paperwork and such.
However, today he had come and by the look on his face, Su Xiaowan felt her heart sinking.
Still, she asked with a forced smile, "Senior Guan, what brings you here?"
Guan Tong responded solemnly, "Something came up, let's find a place to talk."
After looking around, Su Xiaowan suggested, "Let's go to the tea house down the street. They have a private room that's pretty secluded."
