Phoenix smiled wryly. "Young Master Xu, you come from a great house. Surely you understand these matters? Whoever holds power calls the shots. Right and wrong... is that really so important?"
Xu Luo fell silent. That was just the way things were. He felt helpless, but he had to admit she was right.
Phoenix continued, "I was trying to figure out how I could see you without anyone noticing, but I never imagined you'd come here yourself."
"You were looking for me?" Xu Luo glanced at Phoenix and spoke softly. "Are you seeking an ally? If so, you've come to the wrong person. The Xu Family may appear to be at the height of its glory, but in reality, we're walking on thin ice, in danger of collapsing at any moment. I won't lie to you—the Royal Family isn't very fond of us right now."
