The general led Da-Xia a bigger room in the quarters and laid her on the bed, he tried to retreat afterwards, but the child would grab him by the sleeve. After about five failed attempts, the general got on one knee beside the bed and decided to humour her.
"Lemon Gege, don't you remember what you promised me?" Da-Xia brought to remembrance, sitting up straight.
"I have not forgotten, but I want you to answer something in return for me." The general replied, the child nodded, fully cooperating.
"It's concerning your father." Wang Tengfei said in a much serious tone, placing Da-Xia in a conscious state.
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While this conversation went on, said father was downstairs deep in conversation with the consort. He sat in conflict with his mind, contemplating whether or not to disclose the truth.
On one hand, nothing would happen unless he spoke up, but on the other hand Ju was seriously ready to die for her mistress's sake.
