He glanced towards Xiaomara and Li Yunhua, who stood awkwardly near the doorway.
"Can you two give us a moment alone?" Alex added politely.
Surprise flickered across Xiaomara and Li Yunhua's faces. Such closeness between a master and a maid was unusual, perhaps even suggestive of a deeper bond.
A silent exchange passed between them, a question lingering in their eyes.
Was there more to Alex and Frey's relationship than met the eye?
Without another word, Xiaomara nudged Li Yunhua towards the door. "Come on, let's give them some privacy," she murmured, a hint of curiosity piqued.
With a final, lingering glance at Alex and Frey, they both exited the room, quietly pulling the door shut behind them.
Thud!
Alex sat on the edge of Frey's bed, concern etched on his face. "Are you really sick, Frey?" he asked softly, his hand hovering over hers but not quite touching.
