The heavy rain didn't stop until daybreak.
Mu Lianhui stayed awake all night, unable to sleep due to the rain's noise.
She heard some noises from the main courtyard but had no intention to inquire or interfere.
The household had been peaceful for the past two years; what major troubles could arise?
After the rain stopped, Mu Lianhui finally fell into a light sleep.
Outside, it was bright, and the maid Lin Ke had tip-toed in a few times, not daring to wake Mu Lianhui, only to withdraw quietly each time.
When Mu Lianhui awoke, Lin Ke reported, "Lady, Madam is ill."
Mu Lianhui yawned, covering her mouth: "Wasn't she fine just yesterday?"
Lin Ke replied, "During the night, the Master and Madam went out, returning with Mr. Si in the fourth hour of the night. The lights in Madam's room stayed on until dawn, suggesting she didn't sleep at all.
This morning, a medical woman was called. It seems she caught a chill from the rain last night."
