Mu Chenyan held her breath and hid motionless in the space between the trees.
Zhao Ruoxin hung up the call and leaned against a tree as if all her energy had been drained from her. After some time, she regained her senses and noticed that Zhao Yanni was still watching her respectfully and with extreme caution. The way she acted as if she was threading on thin ice was pitiful.
She sighed at Zhao Yanni and said, "You'll have to stay on the outside for the time being. Don't approach the Yuan Family unnecessarily to avoid being found out, especially by Third Young Master. Whenever you see him, just dodge. After the festive period, I'll suggest having you sent back as soon as possible."
"Xiner, can't you let me stay with you for a few more days?" Zhao Yanni pleaded softly.
Zhao Ruoxin cast Zhao Yanni a disdainful look, her face filled with disgust. "After the plan has succeeded, I'll go and get you."
