Xiao Jinyi was a martial arts master. How could he not tell whether someone was really asleep or merely pretending?
But he had done it anyway, because he had noticed Shen Shixu's hesitation and knew Shen Shixu had already guessed his feelings.
Besides, he had wanted to get close to Shen Shixu all along. He might as well use that kiss to make his feelings clear and steal a little sweetness for himself.
Seeing Shen Shixu distance himself afterward had hurt, but he soon rallied.
When he had first wanted to be with Shen Shixu, Xiao Yuanqi and Xiao Lie had given him advice. It all boiled down to one thing: shamelessly stick to Shen Shixu.
He mustn't be afraid of rejection. Being rejected was perfectly normal when pursuing someone. He had to persevere, refuse to give up, and move the other person with his sincerity. Only then could he win his beloved's heart.
But he couldn't go too far, either. Failing to strike the right balance would only make him more annoying, let alone win anyone's heart.
After teasing Jiang Miaokong and Song Zhuoyang, Shen Zexi invited Uncle Zhang along. "Uncle, I've reserved a table at a restaurant. Bring the little one and have a meal with us. Think of it as our thanks for looking after my younger brother along the way."
Uncle Zhang had initially wanted to decline. He had come to seek help from his elder brother, and now that he had reached the Capital, he needed to find him as soon as possible.
The sooner he found his elder brother, the sooner he could ask him to find someone to save his little grandson. But Shen Zexi and Jiang Bin were so enthusiastic that they simply took him by the arms and led him toward