Crown Prince Evan Xiao Awakens

"So, based on your calculations... where did he go?" Leon Zane stared at her.

"He went somewhere very far away. There might be danger, but soon, he'll come back safe and sound! You really don't need to worry too much," Grace said.

Leon Zane was a bit surprised—she was actually right!

The Divine Race’s territory was supposed to be out of reach for mere mortals, wasn’t it?

And now, his life or death was uncertain—definitely dangerous.

But hearing that he’d soon return safely, he was somehow magically reassured.

"You really know how to tell fortunes?" Leon Zane eyed her suspiciously.

Grace nodded.

"How did you learn? Who was your master?"

"Well... sorry, I can't tell you that."

Leon Zane was silent for a moment, then said, "If you ever need more help, just come to the Celestial Secrets Pavilion under the name of this celestial omen. No need to sneak around in the middle of the night looking for Lady Lillian."

Don’t let Fan’er get exposed...

"Alright." Grace smiled. "Thank you, Advisor."

"No need to thank me. I’m just afraid the General will blame me in the future," Leon Zane said. "Anyway, I’ve done all I can. Now, search your conscience and decide what to do next!"

"Alright, I’ll do my best."

Do my best...

Leon Zane left, face dark.

Grace couldn’t help but giggle.

Leon Zane was pretty funny—he did everything he could to help her, but still had a belly full of complaints.

Who knows what he’s so twisted up about...

Seeing Leon Zane, Grace couldn't help but think of Evan Xiao.

Right now... who knows where he is? Is he suffering?

Images flashed in Grace’s mind—Evan Xiao, tied up by Princess Lynne Ling, being forced to submit. She gritted her teeth in frustration.

Why didn’t she just finish her off during their duel?

Grace reached out and touched her Dragon Scale, gazing out the window.

Evan Xiao, you have to come back soon...

I really miss you.

Drake's Sanctuary, Crown Prince's Palace.

Suddenly, a maid rushed out, shouting, "His Highness the Crown Prince is awake! His Highness is awake!"

On the bed, Evan Xiao opened his eyes, looked around at the furnishings, and realized he was finally home.

He lay there, not moving at all.

Grace was gently stroking his Heartscale, again and again, sometimes softly, sometimes firmly.

She even seemed to kiss it, wrapping him in the finest threads of longing—tender, bittersweet, and full of yearning.

She missed him so much.

Grace, once I recover some spiritual power and can leave here, I’ll come find you right away...

......

Four days later, Danyang City welcomed its first snow of the year.

Grace grew anxious, staring out the window all day, barely moving.

That evening, Colin Gu showed up again.

"Your Majesty!" Grace called out, her face changing slightly. "It’s so windy and snowy outside—why did you come all this way?"

"The day after tomorrow is the National Ceremony," Colin Gu said. "I couldn't sleep, so I came to chat with you."

"But, what about Consort Vivian..."

"She's already recovered," Colin Gu replied. "I checked with the Imperial Advisor, and he said it's fine to come see you and sit for a bit."

Just a quick visit... Grace secretly breathed a sigh of relief and nodded.

"What are you doing? Watching the snow?"

"Yeah, it’s snowing earlier than usual this year," Grace replied.

Colin Gu sat beside her, watching the thick snowflakes swirl outside. "A heavy snow means a good harvest. Next year will be a bumper year for sure."

Grace smiled.

"Grace, do you still blame me?" Colin Gu asked.

Grace turned to look at him and said, "Actually, in my heart, Your Majesty is someone very special."