Fletcher's Descent into the Abyss Chapter 58

It had been snowing for several days, and the assassination was hastily concluded. The rough waves of the previous period were suddenly buried by the wind and snow, turning into a white vastness. It was at this time that Li Jianheng heard that Casper Xiao fell ill.

It is said that he was still facing the wall despite catching a cold, and was eventually knocked down on the bed, too sick to get up. Li Jianheng braved the snow and set out to leave the Northern Palace, bringing along his ministers, and became good brothers with Casper Xiao again.

Everyone else had left. Casper Xiao looked pale. He was helped up by Chen Yang and sat opposite Li Jianheng.

Li Jianheng said: "I listened to the slander and reprimanded you that day. I am very ashamed."

Casper Xiao said: "The emperor and his subjects depend on each other, this is how it should be, Your Majesty, don't worry about it."