It was a way to preserve her reputation in the Imperial City and, conveniently, a way to find someone to watch Cheng Huan. Two birds, one stone—what was there not to like?
Bai Xin took a deep breath. Though she was standing directly under the sun, she felt none of its warmth.
'I have no choice but to agree, do I?'
Her voice was hoarse.
"Alright."
Su Ye offered a faint smile.
"My thanks."
With that, she held out her hand, palm open.
Bai Xin stared at her palm.
"What is this supposed to mean?"
"Didn't we agree on ten thousand taels of silver?"
Under the midday sun, a small, unspoken deal was struck.
'Why am I so worried about Cheng Huan?'
'Isn't it because of *him*—the one in the Prince Mansion?'
'Knowing that jerk's personality, if he ever found out about my history with Cheng Huan... even though nothing actually happened between us,'
'...who knows what kind of uncontrollable situations would arise.'
