Meeting Lu Ziqiu's accusing and inquisitive gaze, Wen Yin averted her eyes. Her voice took on a frosty edge. "Get out of the way."
She had been exhausted from a whole day of live - streaming the show. Now she had to deal with these two. Wen Yin felt like rolling her eyes just at the sight of them.
Jiang Shihuai stepped forward, completely blocking Wen Yin's path. His face was as dark as thunder, and his tone was hostile. "What did you mean by your words just now?"
Jiang Shihuai seemed determined to get to the bottom of it.
Wen Yin looked at the stubborn man in front of her. All of Jiang Shihuai's reactions were within her expectations.
The moment she saw Wen Zhi return with Jiang Shihuai, Wen Yin knew that Jiang Shihuai's little tantrum during the game had been soothed by Wen Zhi.
Now he was here to settle the score with her.
A shadow fell over her. Wen Yin was enveloped in it and was stunned for a second.
Lu Ziqiu stepped in front of Wen Yin, facing Jiang Shihuai. Both of them had gloomy looks in their eyes, neither willing to back down.
"I don't quite understand what Mr. Jiang means," Lu Ziqiu squinted his eyes, firmly protecting Wen Yin behind him.
"So what does Teacher Jiang want me to explain?" Wen Yin's voice was cold. She just stood there indifferently. The coldness in her eyes was like needles pricking at Jiang Shihuai's heart.
His breath caught unexpectedly. Subconsciously, he felt that Wen Yin shouldn't look at him like this.
Jiang Shihuai recalled the former Wen Yin. Her eyes used to seem to contain a myriad of stars and always shone brightly when looking at him.
"What's going on?" Lu Ziqiu hadn't heard what the two of them had just said. His eyebrows were knitted so tightly that they could crush a fly.
Jiang Shihuai was annoyed by this obstacle called Lu Ziqiu. Before he could explain, Wen Yin spoke first.
"I'm just envious of my sister. Not only does Teacher Jiang stand up for her, but even Teacher Xiao avenges her," Wen Yin repeated her words. A complex look flashed in Lu Ziqiu's eyes, but was quickly suppressed.
"Is Teacher Jiang a slip - through of compulsory education? Can't even understand the literal meaning?" Wen Yin blinked her beautiful eyes, looking utterly innocent.
Hearing Wen Yin's serious - looking but sarcastic words, Lu Ziqiu couldn't help but let out a chuckle.
Jiang Shihuai's face had turned extremely pale, but he still stubbornly said, "So you bought hot searches to frame Zhizhi?"
"Teacher Jiang doesn't have a pillow under his neck either. Why is he starting to dream now?" Wen Yin scoffed. There was a hint of mockery in the smile on her lips.
"So you think it was Wen Yin who exposed that Zhizhi had abused the Wen family's servant?" Lu Ziqiu, rarely being so clear - headed, asked sharply.
"Did I hold my sister's hand and beat that servant?" Wen Yin said with a forced smile, hitting the nail on the head and leaving Jiang Shihuai speechless.
Jiang Shihuai almost choked on his breath.
It was the first time he had discovered that Wen Yin was so eloquent!
Jiang Shihuai coldly twitched the corner of his mouth. His gaze landed on Wen Yin behind Lu Ziqiu. After staring at her for two seconds, he shifted it to Lu Ziqiu's face.
"You actually protect such a woman."
"The day - dreaming Teacher Jiang might as well tell me what kind of woman I am," Wen Yin said calmly, even smiling as she counter - questioned.
Jiang Shihuai was already flustered by Wen Yin's words. In the midst of his confusion, he couldn't out - argue her. He let out a snort and turned away.
Lu Ziqiu stared at Jiang Shihuai's retreating figure. When he turned back, he found that Wen Yin had distanced herself from him at some point.
This was the first time he had faced Wen Yin alone after learning the truth. Lu Ziqiu scratched his head, a look of unease flashing across his face.
He coughed twice, with a hint of arrogance in his expression. "Go to bed early."
This was the first time Lu Ziqiu had spoken up for her. Wen Yin stared at him silently.
She knew in her heart that Lu Ziqiu had found out everything he wanted to know and that was why he was helping her.
Lu Ziqiu wanted to say something else, but seeing that Wen Yin had already turned around and left, he reluctantly shut up.
Wen Yin remained calm.
Lu Ziqiu had never thought of apologizing for his misunderstanding and mistakes.
His noble pride wouldn't allow it.
As night deepened, Li Xiangwei had just finished washing up and was about to go to bed when there was a sudden knock on the door.
Qian Shuzhi's voice came from outside. "Xiangwei, are you asleep?"
Li Xiangwei sighed and had to turn around and go to the door.
Wen Zhi and Qian Shuzhi were standing at the door one after another.
Wen Zhi wore a sweet and gentle smile, playfully tilting her head. "Can we come in and talk?"
Seeing this, Qian Shuzhi also nodded in agreement. "Yes, it's a bit cold outside."
Only then did Li Xiangwei notice that both of them were wearing thin pajamas. So she stepped aside, motioning for them to come in.
Qian Shuzhi pulled Wen Zhi to sit on the sofa and chattered on.
"Xiangwei, the light in your room must be very good. I can hardly see the sun in my room."
Li Xiangwei was already exhausted after a day of live - streaming. Looking at these two who were beating around the bush without stating their purpose, she felt a headache coming on.
"What's the matter so late?"
Qian Shuzhi coquettishly said, "It's nothing. We're just bored and want to play together!"
Wen Zhi gently nodded. "Chatting before going to bed helps with sleep."
Li Xiangwei calmly glanced at her phone. It was almost eleven o'clock. She really had no desire to chat.
She wondered what they could possibly talk about.
"By the way, Xiangwei, are you on good terms with Teacher Wen?" Qian Shuzhi asked casually.
Li Xiangwei nodded, having no desire to engage in the conversation.
"Did you see today's hot search? I didn't expect Teacher Wen to be such a person..." Qian Shuzhi said gossipingly.
Her tone made Li Xiangwei frown. "I didn't see it."
Her tone was blunt, clearly not wanting to take up Qian Shuzhi's topic.
The topic Qian Shuzhi had prepared was blocked by Li Xiangwei. Her expression was a bit awkward. After exchanging a look with Wen Zhi, she shut up.
Wen Zhi noticed Li Xiangwei's tired face and took out what she had prepared.
"This is a little gift I brought for you."
Wen Zhi opened the exquisite gift box and pushed it in front of Li Xiangwei.
A beautiful bracelet lay quietly inside.
It was a new Tiffany model this year and was very expensive.
Li Xiangwei's gaze landed on Qian Shuzhi and she noticed a new necklace around her neck.
"Just take Zhizhi's little gift," Qian Shuzhi played the good - cop, winking at Li Xiangwei to accept it.
After all, Wen Zhi was generous. Who could say no to money?
Li Xiangwei gave a polite smile and calmly pushed the gift back a bit.
"I don't wear jewelry when I dance. Thank you, Teacher Wen. This gift is too expensive. I can't accept it."
One should not accept rewards without merit. Wen Zhi coming with Qian Shuzhi at this time must have had an ulterior motive.