Cao Jin watched everything with composure, like a bystander unaffected by the tempers of others.
If he had to admit to any change in his state of mind, it was the "surprise" Song Lianhe had given him.
He narrowed his eyes slightly, his sharp gaze fixed on her for a long moment before he looked away.
'Whatever Song Lianhe becomes is no concern of mine. Whether she's confronting General Song or maneuvering around Lord Zhen, whatever mess she makes, someone will be there to clean it up for her. Why should I worry?'
'My only job on this trip is to keep an eye on her and make sure no one hurts her.'
'It's almost laughable. Me, the Commander of the Ling'an Imperial City Guard, reduced to being a bodyguard for some young lady.'
Jing Ye was clearly taken aback as well. He couldn't help but murmur, "The County Princess... she doesn't seem like the person from the rumors."
