Although they didn't exchange a single word, there was a tacit understanding that needed no words, flowing through their gaze. In Su Qinglan's eyes, which were originally gentle, a touch of tenderness like spring water now floated up.
Seeing this scene, Shang Ruyi's heart involuntarily sank.
She instinctively halted her steps, then slowly turned around to look at Pei Xingyuan standing behind her.
Evidently, Pei Xingyuan also froze, staring wide-eyed at that unfamiliar figure. After a pause, he blinked and softly asked, "Who is that person?"
"...Jiang Xian."
"Jiang Xian? I don't know him. Where is he from?"
"Son of Jiang Yu."
"Jiang Yu, and who might that be?"
"That's—"
Shang Ruyi was about to explain, but before she could say anything, she heard Pei Xingyuan chuckling and murmuring, "Hey, what's it got to do with me? I'm asking about this!"
