C137 If I Don't Succeed I'll Die

The tumultuous events of the outside world seemed to have no impact on the serenity of Featherfall Manor. The estate remained a verdant oasis of calm and quietude. However, within the walls of Emerald Heights, the atmosphere was anything but peaceful.

"Lin, what happened to you?" Sima Rou asked, her heart aching at the sight of Nangong Lin's bruised face. Tears brimmed in her eyes