Fang Xiu hurried over and leaned in to whisper a few words in Chun De's ear.
Chun De lowered her eyes and smiled. "It's rather dull just sitting here. Why don't we all take a stroll through the gardens?"
The ladies all quickly agreed.
Chun De raised a hand, signaling for the attendants waiting on her not to follow. She brought only Fang Xiu with her.
The group left the pavilion, admiring the night scenery as they walked toward the rockery.
At that moment, Zhou Junlin and Song Xilan were inside a cave in the rockery.
Today, Song Xilan seemed unusually passionate.
She threw herself into his arms and lifted her head to initiate a kiss.
Their feelings for each other had always been strong, and their love was genuine, but their affection was always tempered by propriety. They had their share of intimate moments when they were together—hugging and kissing—but as Song Xilan was a well-bred lady, it was always Zhou Junlin who, unable to control his passion, took the lead.
