Chapter 77: Sour, Sweet, Bitter, Spicy, Salty

Chu Yu returned to the mansion as the sky was growing dim with the onset of evening. After a day full of twists and turns, she felt somewhat weary, but she didn't rest just yet. Instead, she pulled someone aside to ask where Rong Zhi was in her own courtyard. Without even changing her clothes, she went straight to find him.

During the ride, she had already uncovered the mystery behind her. Recalling the odd expressions of the palace attendants she had encountered, she came to a sudden realization, knowing that the palace would probably be abuzz with rumors again tomorrow.

But she didn't care.

When she didn't find Rong Zhi inside the house, Chu Yu returned to the bamboo grove. This time, Rong Zhi was not sitting on the green stone platform that was visible as soon as one entered the grove. The green stone platform was desolate and empty. Chu Yu reached out to touch it, and her fingertips were met with a chill.