Spring is Here

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Late in the afternoon, Sinyeong hurried to Baekryeon Lodge upon hearing that Sinhui had finally woken up.

Seeing him sitting upright on the bed, Sinyeong quickened his steps, relief washing over him at the sight of Sinhui’s improved complexion and calm breathing.

“My Lord Brother.”

“You’re awake. I came as soon as I heard. You seem to be doing better.”

Sinyeong said.

“Yes, I feel much better now.”

Sinhui replied softly.

Reassured, Sinyeong sat at the edge of the bed, but Sinhui subtly inched away, as if afraid of passing on an ill-fated sickness.

“You don’t need to keep your distance, at least from me.”

Sinyeong said, lightly scolding him.

“I told you, your illness isn’t contagious.”

“I just recovered from a fever. What if it affects Your Highness?”

Sinhui replied cautiously.

“You have the crown princess selection coming up. It wouldn’t do for you to fall ill with a cold or fever.”

“I’m not so easily affected. There’s no need to worry about that.”