"Don't go; it's easier if I go alone. Moreover, by staying here, should anything happen, you could handle it. I'll be right back."
Su Yan, finding his logic sound, decided not to go.
"Be careful. The Empress is probably tough to deal with," she said, holding his hand, her voice laced with worry.
Chu Yuxiao gave a slight smile, the moonlight faint enough to reveal the amusement in his eyes.
"Alright then, I'm off." He held her hand tighter, reluctant to let go.
"Mhm," Su Yan was equally reluctant to release her grip.
Both saw the deep affection in the other's eyes, and they couldn't help but chuckle, releasing their hands at the same time.
Chu Yuxiao planted a quick kiss on her lips before turning to leave.
Su Yan didn't bother with sleep anymore. She got up, dressed, and sat on the bed without lighting a candle, nervously awaiting Chu Yuxiao's return.
In the Imperial Palace at night, lights blazed, with guards patrolling everywhere.
