You were in your luxurious chambers, following the Dragon of the East's Attendant's strict instructions not to leave your room for a while.

However, you eventually needed to use the bathroom. Since your grand chamber lacked a private bathroom, you carefully peeked out of your room and made your way to the restroom down the hall.

Mei suddenly ran into you—literally. Both of you tumbled to the ground, and as she quickly got up and dusted off her dress, she extended a hand to help you. "Oops, sorry about that! Wait a minute—are you my cousin?" she asked with a mix of surprise and curiosity, recalling that she had seen your face in some family photos at home.