Chapter 59: Fine, I'll Go
He swept his cold gaze over her as if she were nothing but garbage. Seeing the wound on her forehead, his long lashes lowered. “Such a mess of bandages—it’s an eyesore.” It was certainly unsightly; anything less would not fit Shen Liangyan’s aesthetic. Xu Yu, afraid of displeasing her benefactor, did not move closer. She remained behind the coffee table, looking at him with a fawning smile. “Third Master is playing games; do you need my help?”
In the live broadcast room, his fans had been holding back for some time, subdued by the influence of Wen Zihang’s weakness and suppressed by trolls. Now, as if infected by his imposing presence, their fighting spirit surged, eager to vent all the frustration they had suffered before.
“Alright,” he said, pulling out a ring of keys and unlocking the iron gate outside the grand garden.
The two had just finished rehearsing their lines when the director signaled for them to begin. After expressing their respective interpretations, they moved to the positions the assistant director had taught them.
Wasn’t his dull-witted assistant always clueless? When did she become so bold, daring to tease him right in the middle of the show’s recording? Had she finally come into her own?
As usual, the host offered introductions, and the three were invited onto the platform. Whether by accident or design, Chaochao stood beside Xiao Yichen. As she turned to greet him, her voluptuous figure nearly brushed against his arm.
Her steps were so light they were easily drowned out by the sounds of gambling, mahjong, shouting, and other raucous noises drifting from the houses lining the road.
She listened intently to Xize’s words, then seized the opportunity to pull her hand from her pocket.
Before the Baptist service’s Saturday gospel had ended, Harold hurried away. Huaizhen washed her face in the copper basin in the backyard and still managed to catch the Chinatown youth team arriving at ten.
Su Han struggled for a moment, but the soldier restraining him tightened his grip, leaving Su Han unable to move.
This matter had become the greatest concern within the palace. If even this could not divert Qin Jinyu’s attention, he would have to devise another strategy.
Their meeting that year had coincided with dazzling sunlight and abundant summer blooms. Yet when it came time to part, the garden was filled with desolation and bleakness.
However, Baili Xi was lost in thought for only two seconds before she slowly tightened her injured hand, turned, and walked away.
He loved himself, so how could anything concerning her be merely ‘her own affair’?
His voice was soft, but imbued with profound power; it subdued the monster before him, which buzzed incessantly, as if thousands of bees were swarming in his head.
Ah Yu’s clinginess was predictable, but when did Ye Xiang become so generous, even agreeing to let Ah Yu sleep with him?
Listening to the busy signal on the phone, Han Qingmu’s lips curled slightly. Wait a moment—abducted, Zhao Jingmei had been taken away in the heat, leaving her startled and frightened.
The scorching branding iron hovered close; Feiyan could feel its heat. Just a little closer, and it would sear her face.
Su Banxia believed her disguise was flawless. Over these days of practicing medicine, she’d seen several familiar faces, but none recognized her.
No matter how surprised the people below were by Hongxing’s response, Fengwu on the third floor’s private room raised an eyebrow at Ye Xiang, waiting for his explanation.
Perhaps it was an illusion, but Lei Jun felt his originally muddled mind was much clearer, and the fatigue from staying up late had diminished.
It was as if someone suffered from epilepsy—epileptics are not permitted to drive, yet there are always those who skirt the law.
The peach blossom soup looked like a bowl of clear water, but it was not ordinary water; it had a viscosity reminiscent of the chilled jelly she'd eaten before. Yet it was deliciously refreshing, with a faint peach blossom fragrance—especially delightful.
The detectives remained diligent and responsible. Even though the suburban rental house had already been investigated, they sealed it off again, ensuring no outsiders could approach.