After a brief exchange with Rong Zhi, Xia Yuqing slipped away from the venue, careful not to draw attention. Even as she left, she could still hear the thunderous applause, the auctioneer's rapid-fire announcements, and the escalating bids echoing through the grand hall.
The thrill of the event buzzed in the air, but she had more pressing matters to attend to. Shen Xun's men were still searching every corner of the area for her. Wasting no time, she swiftly changed her attire in a secluded spot and exited the charity event unnoticed.
Once back home, she went straight to her room, exhaling in relief. The first thing she did was send all the evidence she had collected to Yan Rouxi. Only then did she allow herself a moment to unwind—a warm bath that melted away the tension in her muscles.
