Paranoid

"I will take care of myself." Luna promised. She was not a child and she knew that she was not just taking care of herself but of her baby too. Of course she would be careful when doing what had to be done. She knew not to let herself be in sticky situations.

However, Li Yuming wasn't having any of it. "I still don't want you to be involved. Let your sister and I handle it."

"Mother…"

"Luna, I said no." Li Yuming's tone was strict, not allowing for further negotiation. She could only give in reluctantly.

"Luna, mum is right. We can't involve you and you know the reason better than anyone. If a physical battle broke out, what would happen? We don't want that monster using you as leverage against us." Lanni added as she patted her sister's head from behind Li Yuming.

She earned a smack from their mother. "Don't be mean."