“Alright, we won’t stay here and get in your way,” said Jun Huang. “Remember, you should find a good woman to settle down with, living a life of mutual support and respect.”

She started to get a little choked up. She had only wanted to offer Jun Hao comfort.

Nan Xun could read the concerns in her tone. She’d always been worried that her health wouldn’t allow her a lifetime with him. If only they could start over...

“Come on, let’s go.” Nan Xun didn’t want Jun Huang to dwell on that. He put an arm around her and led her away. Jun Huang took a deep breath and schooled her expression into one of indifference. They walked out of the courtyard house one after the other.

Jun Huang lowered her head in contemplation, her strides faster than usual. Her pursed lips and pale face made Nan Xun’s heart ache, but there wasn’t much he could do.

He reached out for the illusory glow surrounding her. She turned to him suddenly, her eyes...