What appeared before him was a fresh and elegant face untouched by makeup, with a hint of unavoidable weariness amidst her surprise.
Since the other's return, Luo Chen pretended to be unconscious, secretly observing her actions.
Being this cautious, one could hardly blame Luo Chen for being prudent, given his current state left no room for carelessness.
Fortunately, her behavior was ordinary, and her actions of caring for him, like feeding him, were quite accustomed; this clear goodwill was naturally perceived by Luo Chen, so he willingly woke up.
"Luo Chen?"
The girl in a simple dress and hairpin murmured this name and then, as if remembering something, instinctively clutched her collar, revealing a bit of springtime.
"You were already awake earlier?"
Luo Chen lay on the bed, gave a nasal hum, and replied, "Mm."
"Doesn't that mean when I was bathing and changing..." As she spoke, the girl's cheeks reddened, exceptionally radiant under the flickering firelight.
