When Lin Youning returned to the Zhao Mansion, the sky outside was already dark. A lone carriage was escorted back by guards, and the sound of hooves echoed distinctly in the alley.
The people in the Zhao Mansion opened the door immediately upon hearing the knock. Seeing her elder brother standing at the entrance, Lin Youning felt a warmth in her eyes and forced a smile.
"Big brother, why did you come personally?"
Zhao Housheng, knowing his sister didn't want others to see her weakness, smiled and said, "I figured you'd be back around this time, so I came to check. Didn't expect to hear the knock just as I arrived."
Before the group reached the backyard, Liang Hui, Sister Ling, and Shanmoi came out to greet them. Shanmoi seemed like she had been crying; her eyes were red and swollen, and she struggled to smile, looking quite reluctant.
