In Search of Clues
The following day.
As Xu Yi stepped out of the inn, her face no longer bore the heavy burden of yesterday’s worries.
Though the solution to the mystery remained elusive, Xu Yi had pondered it throughout the night and convinced herself.
Everyone carries secrets, even she herself had concealed the things she had seen in her dreams.
It was not frightening that Lu Zaiye had secrets; knowing that he meant her no harm was enough.
Why should she dig deep and seek the truth, causing discomfort for both of them?
Sometimes, silence was the best choice.
Having come to terms with everything, Xu Yi felt a sense of relief washing over her, her good mood radiating from her face.
“Xu Sister, I’ll accompany you,” Bai Shan suddenly appeared from somewhere, his face beaming with a radiant smile, as if he had been waiting for a long time.
Xu Yi blinked, not refusing his offer.