Xiao Jiayi had been waiting here for a long time.
When she heard something had happened to Xiao Chengxuan, her first instinct was to go to the palace and plead with her father, the Emperor, but Xie Anjun stopped her.
He told her that at a time like this, it would be useless for anyone to go. It would only bring more trouble upon themselves.
Xiao Jiayi was persuaded and managed to suppress her anxiety. She secretly sent people to inquire about Xiao Chengxuan and her mother's condition while waiting at the mansion for Xie Pei to return.
Xie Pei sidestepped her kneel, frowning as he shot a warning glance at the servants behind her.
"Is this how you're supposed to be looking after her?!"
The servants hurried forward to help Xiao Jiayi up.
"My lady, the floor is cold. You should get up first! What will we do if you catch a chill?"
But Xiao Jiayi refused to move, her face streaked with tears as she looked up.
