"Mr. Shen Yi, I don't understand what you're saying. In this matter, my parents and I are victims. If you insist on questioning someone, it should be the perpetrators. Speaking to me in this way—haven't you considered that it might cause me secondary harm?" Chu Xi said in a trembling voice, full of grievance.
"I'm sorry, I spoke out of turn." Shen Yi gently lowered his gaze, avoiding eye contact with Chu Xi.
He had been too confident, assuming that if he personally stepped forward, he could convince Chu Xi to reveal the truth.
Given Chu Xi's attitude, there was no longer any point in continuing the conversation.
"Thank you for the lovely afternoon tea. I have other matters to attend to, so I'll be on my way." Shen Yi stood up, showing no intention of lingering, and walked straight toward the manor's exit.
"Shen Yi! Shen Yi! Wait a moment!" Chu Xi became anxious, dropping the respectful title and directly calling Shen Yi's name.
