After the Lunar New Year's Eve, snow continued to blanket the land. Xie Jue and Lan Ningzhen could no longer remain in the town; staying too long would arouse the Second Prince's suspicion. Moreover, Lan Ningzhen, being a member of the Lan Family, could not miss the family's important banquets. The Beiman valued unity deeply, hosting gatherings both large and small every day after New Year's Eve. Prominent members of the family were required to attend.
Before returning to the city, Xie Jue disguised his appearance again. Lan Ningzhen watched as his once stunning visage transformed under her gaze into something ordinary—his brows deliberately darkened and thickened to the extent that they obscured his captivating eyes.
What a pity, and yet a privilege, to have been the only one who could witness such beauty.
