"Being scared just proves you have a guilty conscience."
...
Mr. Li was left speechless, sighing with lingering fear.
'She looks like a little doll, but nothing she does is something a child her age is capable of.'
「The Imperial Study」
The Beili Emperor had been discussing military affairs all day and was now taking a short rest on a couch.
Xiang Minghou sat on a chair below, his heart filled with worry. He knew Pangtuan had returned to their residence, learned about Fourth Granny, and flew into a rage. Ever since Fourth Granny had been abducted and then found on North Street the next day with grievous injuries, he'd had people investigating.
The investigation, which included the incident at Lou Mountain Academy, had led him straight to the Prime Minister's residence. He had only delayed taking action because of pressing military matters.
