Ye Jian froze mid-step. The voice was soft, almost teasing, but there was a clear weight behind it.
She was so focused on slipping into Lin Feng's chamber that she let her guard down at that moment.
"I think it's a little late to be wandering around the house," it continued, laced with subtle amusement.
Ye Jian's heart skipped a beat.
She turned toward the sound and saw a figure emerging from one of the rooms.
The door slowly opened, revealing the graceful body of a beautiful woman.
"Teacher Ning Xi? I'm surprised to see you still awake," Ye Jian said, her voice light and seemingly innocent, the soft curve of a smile tugging at her lips.
Her nightdress flowed slightly as she shifted her weight, the dim lantern light making her silhouette even more alluring.
