The whole courtyard turned deathly silent as all eyes went to Xiu. Everyone had been paying attention to her since most of them hadn't seen this version of her. But they didn't expect to hear such words from her.
Not to mention, her eyes conveyed true sadness. Her emotions were laid bare before everyone. They could see the insecurities she held as a child. Perhaps even as an adult.
Even Aegon didn't expect to hear it, so he just stood there in shock. As far as he knew, Xiu shared a very loving relationship with her parents.
'But maybe that's what created these insecurities. Their love.'
"This is why I wanted to take you away," Liliana said, crouching near her. "You get too vulnerable in this state because you lay the truth before everyone."
She patted her head and said softly, "Please get up, Xiu. It's not for today. As much as I love your adorable side, we don't need it today."
