AN: Wishing you joy, prosperity, and harmony as the Year of the Horse begins. May your days gallop forward with strength, courage, and endless opportunities. Happy reading!!
Just then, the elevator doors slid open with a soft chime, and Jian Ci stepped inside the sanctuary. His movements were quiet and subdued. He didn't say a word as he crossed the room, simply sitting down without sparing Jian Rui a glance. The weight of last night's outburst still hung heavy on him, and he didn't know how to face his brother.
Seraphyne's voice broke the silence, calm but firm. "Did you have a good rest?"
Jian Ci nodded faintly. "I did."
"Have you calmed down?" she asked, her gaze steady. He lowered his eyes and nodded again.
"That's good," she said, turning to Jian Rui. "Rui-er, do you want to say something to your brother?"
