She sat in the great hall on the first floor, holding a jade plate, looking up as he came in.
"Senior Sister's power is remarkable, I am in awe," Jiang Li said with a smile, flattering her upon their meeting.
He had always remained hidden outside, confident that even a fifth-rank would not be able to detect him, even as he approached the attic, soundlessly and without a trace. Yet, to his surprise, Gongsun Qingyue had discovered him.
"I didn't find you; I just guessed you would come."
Holding the jade plate, Gongsun Qingyue stood up calmly and began walking, saying, "The situation in the Imperial City has suddenly changed; there must have been a significant event. At such a time, if you and Master had any conscience, you wouldn't ignore me. Now that the Heavenly Mechanism is gradually becoming clear, it seems the storm has passed, and it's about time for you to appear."
