The guards walked Lin Xu back to her quarters.
She did not say anything the whole way.
Her eyes were lowered, her heart heavy.
She was relieved Mo Ying was alive
But she felt crushed that he did not trust her.
He did not defend her.
He did not even hold her hand.
When the guards left, Lin Xu sat on her bed, hugging her knees as her tears slowly fell.
A quiet knock came at the door.
Mother a small voice whispered.
It was Mo Yuen, peeking in with big worried eyes.
Behind him were Yiling and Mo Bao.
Mo Bao was holding a small plate of fruits with both hands, trying not to drop it.
Yan Mei walked in last, closing the door behind her.
The moment she saw Lin Xu's red cheek, Yan Mei rushed forward.
Oh Lin Xu come here she whispered, pulling her into a soft hug.
Lin Xu's tears fell again, her shoulders shaking.
Yan Mei stroked her back gently.
Do not cry. You did not do anything wrong. You hear me You did nothing wrong.
