Within the room, time seemed to pass even slower. The door to the living room wasn’t closed, and the voices of the people talking outside could be intermittently heard. Cheng Xi was very worried that this might upset or rile Lu Chenzhou up.

Luckily, her hint was successful, and Lu Chenzhou said, “Let’s go.”

It was said in a cool tone, but one that made Cheng Xi feel as though she had been relieved of a great burden. She stood up, and reached out with a hand to support him. He glanced at her and then leaned on her arm.

Cheng Xi couldn’t help but burst into laughter. He naturally noticed and asked, “What are you laughing at?”

Mmm. Indeed, when looking at him, he seemed like he had returned to normal, as long as he didn’t flare up again. Cheng Xi said, “I feel like, if my waist were any lower, then I’d essentially be a eunuch from ancient times helping his emperor up.” After she said this, she even asked, “Should I ask if you’d...