At her words, Fu's excitement subsided considerably.
Still, he was overjoyed to know that His Highness had hope.
After speaking, Su Ye noticed Su Qing hadn't touched his food.
Puzzled, she asked, "You're not hungry? Why aren't you eating?"
As she said this, her eyes met Su Qing's.
Her gaze fell to his face covering.
She hesitated for a moment.
"Why don't you… eat this back at the mansion?"
Su Qing looked at her, his voice a little hoarse.
"I'm hungry."
Su Ye glanced at the mask, then at the food, then at the people around them.
'They'll find out what he looks like sooner or later,' she thought. 'He can't wear a mask every single time he meets them.'
She reached out and removed the white handkerchief covering his face.
Then, she picked up a soft pastry and took a bite.
And then, the room fell silent once more.
She could feel everyone's eyes glued to Su Qing.
