Some People Don't Understand Lord Xi's Soft Language

After the study room was finally empty, Xi Ying put away his cold façade and leaned against the headrest of his chair.

His eyes had the pain as he remembered what An Shing had told him just now.

After so much had happened, he had now learned to read Li Rui's moves and mind.

How could he not know what Li Rui was trying to do?

She was filling her courtyard again with her own people to protect herself and her children…against him.

Xi Ying smiled bitterly.

'How can I make you understand that I am the last person you need to be wary of, Rui?'

He already had asked An Shing to allow a few people inside the Plum Courtyard as long as Li Rui wanted them inside.

An Ju had told him how Li Rui had asked her whether she was kept by her side to keep an eyes on her.

Xi Ying sighed again. 

'Let her do whatever makes her feel safe. As long as she was no leaving Xi Manor, he could do anything for her.'