Aghia looked up at her and said, "Flowers have their blooming season, and people have their ups and downs. Why do you have to be so hard on yourself?"

Aghia took the opportunity to mention her past glory as a faded flower.

Beauty Bai's expression changed, and she coughed harshly before closing her eyes and sighing wearily.

"There's a sting in your words, my sister." she said.

"What sting?" Aghia feigned innocence.

She was just ...