Behind the potted plant, Dong Xin Yan felt as though Gu Ningyi was standing right in front of her. Her heart leapt into her throat. Don't come any closer, please don't...
Whether or not the heavens heard her prayers, Gu Ningyi took a few steps toward her, seemingly unaware of anything. He stopped for a few seconds, then turned around and walked inside.
Through the gaps in the potted plant, Dong Xin Yan saw Gu Ningyi turn around. She patted her chest and exhaled a sigh of relief. Luckily, she wasn't discovered...
The cool night breeze slowly blew by, gently swaying the branches and leaves. Just as Dong Xin Yan released her breath, the breeze made her shiver uncontrollably, and her nose twitched. Before she could suppress it, she sneezed.
The sound wasn't particularly loud, but in the quietness of the night, it was enough to reach Gu Ningyi's ears.
