A light suddenly illuminated the pitch-black corridor. The soft sound of leather shoes on the floor easily brought horror movies to mind.
Jiang Qingli's heart leaped in alarm. She quickly pushed Baili Jing around the corner, intending to hide with him.
Just as she moved, she heard a young man's cool, clear voice call out, "Sister-in-law?"
Jiang Qingli relaxed upon hearing the familiar voice.
"It's Yuan Shiyao," she whispered to Baili Jing, her explanation quick and practiced. "He's here to rescue Gu Nian, too."
"Is that so?" Baili Jing's lips curved into a smirk. "How responsible of him."
"I didn't expect them to be this responsible either," Jiang Qingli said, taking his hand. "Come on, let's go find Gu Nian with him."
Baili Jing didn't move.
He glanced at the corner, then lifted Jiang Qingli's hand, kissing the back of it before letting go.
"Go with him to get Gu Nian for now. The Student Council will keep you safe," Baili Jing said. "I have something to take care of."
