Chapter 362

Arisen’s heart sank with disappointment in herself. "I’m sorry, Grandfather, I’ve tried my best, but...it’s not working…"

The elder sighed, "Well, I expected this to happen. Come back here, Ari!"

Arisen ground out between her teeth, "Don’t worry, Grandfather. Please wait for a little while. Go and find someplace to rest and have a meal, I’ll try again."

"Okay...don’t overexert yourself! And wait, Uncle Xi wants to talk to you."

Father Xi was on the line now, saying, "Just come back here, Arisen. You don’t understand Shiqing. While he may look soft on the outside, he won’t compromise once he has decided on something. He really is that adamant."

"He’s right, Arisen. Don’t push yourself too hard, we’re not blaming you. It really isn't your fault," Mother Xi echoed, afraid that Arisen was putting all the blame on herself.

"Uncle, Aunty, I understand but I won’t back off until I’ve tried everything I can. Let me give it one more shot!"

Arisen