Xiao Yi was going to the Ministry of Justice on business today, and Xianyun, estimating the time Xiao Yi would get off work, took Xu Jing to the Xiao Mansion.
When he heard that Xu Jing was "coming home" and wouldn't be leaving the Western Capital for the time being, Xiao Huai'an couldn't have been happier. In the carriage, he leaned against Xu Jing, smiling and humming a little tune off-key.
Upon arriving at the Xiao Mansion, he darted ahead like a little host, leading the way and calling out, "Mom, this way! This way!"
Supported by Qiushui, Xu Jing walked slowly inside, taking a moment to smile at the child running ahead, her mind awash with complex emotions.
She was not at all unfamiliar with this Xiao Mansion she had never visited, because the original owner had lived here for nearly five years. Even if she didn't consciously recall the original owner's memories, every brick and tile here gave her a strong sense of déjà vu and discomfort.
Yes, discomfort.
