C402 Chapter 402

Night had fallen. Chen Yongnian had coaxed the two little ones to sleep and now leaned alone against the windowsill, staring out into the courtyard in a daze.

He glanced back into the room. The furnishings were simple and tidy, with a few odd little bottles set out here and there. The spot where he stood felt different somehow—the edge of the table corner was worn smooth