Xiao Jinyan had just sat down when he heard Shen Chuwei's howl from behind the screen, louder than usual, though her voice was still soft and sweet like cotton candy.
Since she wasn't calling for him, Xiao Jinyan remained seated without moving and picked up a book from the low table to read.
Chun Xi had just closed the door and was about to leave when she heard her young mistress calling for her; she instinctively turned around, wanting to go in, her hand reaching for the doorknob about to push it open when she suddenly stopped.
Your Highness was inside and would certainly help the young mistress fetch it; if she went in now, she'd definitely become a third wheel!
Shen Chuwei had explained to Chun Xi what a third wheel meant, and putting things into practice was one of her strengths as a maid.
Chun Xi chuckled and turned to leave.
The room was quiet, the sound of water like a whisper in one's ear, distracting Xiao Jinyan from his book.