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Zoe didn't ask further questions even though she was irking to know why. 

She lifted the blanket and covered Lord Hou with it and nodded to Raigon and Azra as if she was asking them to leave the room so he could rest properly.

As they walked out of the house, Zoe heaved out a deep sigh as she contemplated on what Lord Hou just said. 

'What kind of life has my mother lived? Will I experience those things too? And why did he know my mother?'

As if Raigon was listening to her thoughts, he spoke to her in a balmy and soothing manner which pacified down her wild notions.

"You can ask about your relationship later on. But I agree with him. You may not have the power to change the weather, but you certainly have the strength and determination to withstand it." 

Zoe met the smile and the encouragement that he offered and returned the same to him.

"And so do you, your Highness."