Seeing it was Liu Si'er, Chen Yi frowned inwardly, but his face remained impassive as he spoke:
"Brother Si, what urgent matter brings you to Spring Lotus Garden so late at night?"
Liu Si'er, who had been standing in the shadows of the veranda, took a step forward into the moonlight upon hearing this. He looked directly at Chen Yi and bowed.
"Forgive my presumption, Master Yi. A moment ago, I heard footsteps in the garden. Worried for your and the Young Master's safety, I rushed in without thinking. I hope you will forgive me."
Chen Yi watched him calmly, wondering when he had entered Spring Lotus Garden and whether he had seen Pei Guanli.
"I was just taking advantage of the night to do some cultivation. I didn't mean to cause a misunderstanding, Brother Si."
Liu Si'er said, "Oh," and, while still bowing, lifted his head to look at Chen Yi. After sizing him up, he said with sudden realization:
