The rain kept falling outside, soft but steady. It tapped against the roof and windows, filling the quiet room with its sound. Lin Xu was standing near the door, her clothes still wet, her hair dripping down her shoulders.
Mo Ying looked at her, his face dark and serious. He could see how cold she was, but she still stood there trying to act calm.
A maid came in, holding a clean set of clothes. She bowed. "General, here are the clothes you asked for."
Mo Ying nodded. "Good. Go prepare a warm bath for her."
Lin Xu shook her head. "That's not needed. I'm fine."
Mo Ying turned to her. "Fine?" His voice was sharp. "You walked here in the rain. Look at yourself."
"I said I'm fine," she repeated softly, brushing her hair back. But right after saying that, she sneezed, then coughed.
Mo Ying crossed his arms, raising an eyebrow. "Oh yes, very fine," he said, half-smiling.
Lin Xu looked away, a little embarrassed.
