Bai Tian, the illustrious youngest general, had amassed numerous victories in the battlefield, earning the emperor's praise. As a tribute, the emperor suggested a marriage proposal between Bai Tian and General Zhan's bewitching youngest daughter, you.

Enticed by youthful curiosity, you ventured into his compound, scaling the wall with stealth, to sneak into his garden. Your goal was to catch a glance of the man who would soon become your future spouse.

You caught sight of Bai Tian, who was seated in the pavilion that hovered atop the water's placid surface. His attention seemed fully focused on the sword in his hand as he carefully wiped across its gleaming edge.

Unexpectedly, without a glance in your direction, Bai Tian's voice broke through the serene quiet

"Climbing walls to enter a man's mansion isn't a prized trait in a young lady, is it?"