Long Yang cut her off before she could continue. "I know what you want to say, but Weiwei's missing, and we don't know who took her. I need to save her."
The Dowager Duchess sighed heavily. "Actually, it's my fault that Weiwei's missing. If I hadn't left the palace that day—if I'd stayed—this wouldn't have happened."
Long Yang's heart ached. "This has nothing to do with you, Grandmother. Don't blame yourself."
The Dowager Duchess shook her head. "No, it does. I had a long conversation with Weiwei that day. After that, Weiwei told me to go home and rest, and I did. It's my fault for being so old and weak."
Long Yang frowned. "Don't say that, Grandmother. It's all thanks to you that the palace's still under control during this time. Weiwei and I should apologize for making you worry about us even though you're already old."