The night was oddly still, with Yang Xiao's fingers intertwined, leaning against the back of the sofa, remaining in this position since Ling Yanyu left.
There were no lights on in the room, only specks of moonlight seeping through the gap in the window, casting the moon's hue on his side profile, outlining a handsome visage.
Yang Xiao planned to leave Xiang Ma Town before dawn. He had been here for several days already, and there were many matters waiting for him in Rongcheng. The Patrol Defense Office was manageable, but he really couldn't step away from the recently established Action Bureau, being the lead commissioner.
Time unknowingly passed until Yang Xiao slowly opened his eyes, and it was already dimly light outside. Releasing a sigh of pent up frustration, he gradually stood up. He hadn't waited for that woman, which also meant that there were things he now had to do.