Flashback - The woman in the imperial gardens (4)

One day, Ji Mo Yuan stepped out of his father's room, his entire body exuding a strong sense of relief. His father was finally feeling better and would attend the morning court again starting from tomorrow.

He caught sight of Bai Yue walking with her head held high, her lips curled in that charming smile of hers. Her long dress trailed behind her, uselessly sweeping the floor with each of her steps. She was accompanied by an unfamiliar maid. Even though he only saw her maid Yi'er from afar, the one following behind her wasn't the maid who complained about the snow. That much he knew.

Bai Yue's face looked as beautiful as ever and he looked away. Like the sun, her entire presence blinded her. Next to her, other people paled in comparison. Walking forward, he readied himself to brush past her in spite of the urge to interrogate her and beg her for guidance. He had no doubt she would make an amazing counselor and help the country of Zhou reach new heights.