As soon as he saw them coming out, Situ Xuan glanced their way. Seeing her in a small gown, his gray-blue eyes suddenly shimmered, but then he smiled.
Actually, four years ago, when he risked his life to save Jian Anning, only to receive her friendship and gratitude, he realized—he would probably never, ever win her love.
Although, a few days ago, there was that unexpected misunderstanding. While he was angry, deep down he harbored a tiny bit of hope—hoping he could finally push Yu Zexiao out of the picture.
But unexpectedly, Yu Zexiao wasn't cheating at all; he was just surprising Jian Anning. When he saw the two of them playfully teasing at the mall, he knew he was thoroughly out of chances.
He'd already given up hope, yet now showed a calm demeanor. Ironically, seeing the situation clearly added a rare sense of liberation: "Anning."
