The period of mourning at Lian Mansion hadn't been completed, yet the New Year's celebration still went on as last year, with everyone gathered for a reunion meal before dispersing.
Yueyao didn't stay up for the traditional New Year vigil; she first escorted Tingzheng back to his courtyard. Yueyao was worried that Lian Dongfang might use Tingzheng to threaten her, but she felt that Lian Dongfang wouldn't harm Tingzheng.
Tingzheng, holding Yueyao's hand, said, "Sister..." During the meal, he felt uncomfortable all over, as if he was an outsider.
Yueyao was taken aback by Tingzheng's words, not expecting that even Lian Tingzheng had sensed it. Yueyao, caressing Tingzheng's face, spoke softly, "It's okay, just bear with it a little longer."
