When the Fourth Master left Shoukang Palace, a gentle autumn rain started outside.
The rain was chilly, and Su Peisheng held an umbrella taken from Shoukang Palace over the Fourth Master.
The Fourth Master pushed it away with a cold fury in his heart. Perhaps being doused in such rain could alleviate it a bit.
As the Fourth Master walked past the outside of Yuxiu Palace, he didn't stop. Yet, after a dozen steps, he suddenly turned back.
Amid Su Peisheng's astonished gaze, he entered Yuxiu Palace.
Inside Yuxiu Palace, Ye Zao had long since fallen asleep. She had risen early in the morning, and was now overcome by drowsiness.
When the Fourth Master entered, he saw the Fifth Prince playing happily with Hua Sheng under the corridor in the courtyard.
The Fifth Prince was holding a ball, playing catch with Hua Sheng.
Logically, Hua Sheng was an older dog, long past the age for enjoying such games. Yet, he still found endless delight in it.
