Xie Liangchen met Song Xian's gaze and immediately realized she had made a mistake in front of him.
Upon seeing her younger brother interacting with Song Xian, her heart sank and she showed urgency, but was eager to cover it up lest Song Xian saw through her.
That's where the problem arose.
With her younger brother's status disturbing Song Xian, as his sister, it was natural for her to be anxious, yet she felt guilty and withdrew the expression.
She was cautious of Song Xian, not in awe. She would assist him and be utilized by him, but she always maintained some alertness.
Should there be a chance, she would leave without hesitation and in times of danger, would find ways to protect herself, unlike those around Song Xian.
Her relationship with Song Xian wasn't familial or loyal to the death, they weren't bound together for an unwavering journey.
For imperial power, countless people came forward willing to become stepping stones.
