Si Yao's lips curled into an eerie smile as she glanced back at Ye Xiuhan.
"General Ye, I'm weary and wish to return to the hostel."
Yesterday, she kept vigil for Emperor Xuanwu and stayed at the palace overnight, but she could not remain there today.
"Yes." Ye Xiuhan followed her at a measured distance.
Si Yao spoke as she walked, "General Ye, are you well acquainted with my Imperial Aunt?"
Ye Xiuhan understood that Si Yao was deliberately asking. He answered in a manner that best protected Zhan Lan, "Not familiar."
Si Yao's lips curled, "Oh, right, General Ye and my Imperial Aunt even fought a battle once, surely they despise each other!"
"Empress, the alliance between Nanjin and Beiyue has been restored; what is your intention by mentioning this now?"
Ye Xiuhan's voice was cold, which made Si Yao uncomfortable.
She turned and looked at Ye Xiuhan, "General Ye, accompany me to visit the Imperial Uncle."
Ye Xiuhan nodded lightly.