When Qian Renxue's gaze fell on that vivid kiss mark, her expression changed instantly, like a cloud suddenly sweeping across a clear spring sky.
Yet she quickly regained her composure and walked over to him without betraying her feelings.
As Chen Jue watched her approach, an inexplicable emotion welled up inside him.
He smiled faintly, gentle as a spring breeze, and said softly:
"These guards look strict, but they're really just wooden dummies. Be a little careful, and you'll be fine!"
He reached out with both hands and gently clasped Qian Renxue's soft, boneless hands.
His eyes revealed how much he had missed her during their months apart.
At that moment, he seemed to return to those days when they had played together.
Just thinking about it makes me nostalgic.
I took every advantage I could, banking on my supposed ignorance.
"My academy used to be in a small city, a long way from here."
"Now that it's moved here, I came to see you right away!"
At those words, a cold smile curled Qian Renxue's lips. Her gaze was icy as she quietly watched Chen Jue's performance.
Chen Jue froze slightly, a trace of confusion rising in his heart.
That expression isn't right, is it?
Shouldn't she be touched?
She was crying just a moment ago!
Why...
"What's wrong?"
"Xiao Xue, aren't you happy I'm here?"
Chen Jue was utterly baffled.
Qian Renxue chuckled softly, as though everything was under her control.
She raised her hand, her fingertips lightly brushing Chen Jue's neck as she gently wiped away the lipstick mark.
As she wiped, she spoke casually.
"Brother Chen, which little sweetheart did you just meet nearby?"
"You dropped by to see me afterward, didn't you?"
"Hmm?"
Her voice was calm and cold, clear as an icy spring, yet