She suddenly looked up at Jing Hanchuan, who was standing not far away on the phone. She suddenly felt that the entire place was suffocating. She looked around, and people were coming and going. Her heart was in her throat.

It felt as if the god of death had restrained her throat, making it difficult for her to breathe.

Jing Hanchuan was talking to his people who were outside.

“… What did you say?” Jing Hanchuan narrowed his eyes.

He inexplicably felt that enemies were bound to meet on a narrow road. He rarely went out. Why did he meet his ‘enemy’ the moment he came out? It was really an ill-fated relationship.

“Master Xu and Mrs. Xu went in.”

“Are you sure?”

“Of course. How could I mistake Master Xu’s face?” Not only did he look recognizable, but he was also their ‘enemy’.

Jing Hanchuan held his phone. If he told Xu Yuanfei to leave now, he wouldn’t be able to explain anything. Furthermore, it was a rare chance for them to go on a date. If they went back now, it would probably be difficult for him to find a reason to ask her out again.

But if he really bumped into the Xu family, with their attitude toward him, what would happen to his image if they had a verbal or physical conflict?

For the first time, he started to hesitate about something.

At this moment, Xu Yuanfei and he were both feeling complicated. She was even more nervous. She kept looking around, and her back was cold. She observed the location of the safety exit and sent a message to her brother.

[Xu Yao, are Dad and Mom not at home today?]

The replay came a few seconds later. [They’re not at home. Didn’t we talk about it during dinner last night? The two of them are going to see the design exhibition. I asked you at the time, but you shook your head. If you want to go now, give them a call.]

[They said it last night?]

[Call and ask yourself. I’m going to work.]

Xu Yuanfei had been thinking about what to wear today and what to say when they met. She had even specially researched Tang Wangjin’s design works, afraid that there would be an awkward silence.

She couldn’t remember what had happened at the dining table at all. At this moment, she was completely dumbfounded.

At this time, Jing Hanchuan ended the call and returned.

He had thought about it. The Xu family had agreed not to pursue this matter twenty years ago. And now, in public, Master Xu wouldn’t make things difficult for a junior like him, so he planned to continue strolling around the art exhibition.

But Xu Yuanfei suddenly saw two familiar figures mixed in the crowd.

“… This work was created by Mr. Tang fourteen years ago. The inspiration came from…”

They were holding brochures in their hands. Because there were many people, they didn’t notice Xu Yuanfei.

But her current state of mind was completely different. Her heart felt like something was tugging at it, as if she had done something bad in class. The teacher suddenly looked at her, and her mind went blank, completely losing the ability to think.

The air seemed to be filled with the faint smell of gunpowder. As long as the other party looked over…

There would be an instant explosion.

She could imagine how tragic that scene would be.

“We…” Jing Hanchuan walked over and was about to ask if they should go to the next exhibition area when Xu Yuanfei suddenly jumped over and reached out to grab his coat in front of his chest. She leaned over and used his body to cover herself.

He narrowed his eyes and looked down at the person whose head only reached his chest. “What’s wrong?”

Her fingers were clenched tightly, and her knuckles were turning green and white. She pursed her lips tightly, seemingly afraid of something.

Jing Hanchuan was about to turn around to take a look when his fingers were suddenly grabbed. Her hand was as cold as ice, startling him so much that his heart trembled. Then his entire body was pulled forcefully.

“Come with me,” she said, her voice rapid and strong. Her footsteps were fast as she pulled him forward desperately.

There were too many people in the venue. Jing Hanchuan turned around to take a look, but he didn’t seem to see anyone special. He didn’t know what had happened to her, but Xu Yuanfei had learned martial arts before, so she had strength. Moreover, she was holding his hand, and her hand was so cold that she seemed terrified.

He didn’t say anything and let her pull him forward.

At first, she walked quickly. But later, she almost ran…

Jing Hanchuan’s gaze stopped on their clasped hands. The corners of his lips curled up slightly as his hand held back gently.

After they passed through the safety exit and ran outside, the cold wind cut their faces. Xu Yuanfei’s face was already red, and she was panting slightly. “I’m sorry. I met someone I didn’t want to see just now, so…”

She had no idea how to explain this situation, and her face turned even redder.

Jing Hanchuan knew that she was in a difficult position, and he didn’t want to investigate further. Besides, he also had people he needed to hide from, so the current situation was fine.

Their eyes met. One was calm, and the other was embarrassed.

Xu Yuanfei usually did business and was a very generous person. It was rare for her to be so nervous and uneasy. He raised his eyebrows, and the corners of his lips slowly curled up. His smile was elegant and had an indescribable charm…

Her heart pounded violently against her chest. Thump, thump, thump—

It was so intense that it was suffocating.

Even the cold wind she breathed in seemed to have a layer of warmth.

“What do you think our actions just now looked like? I thought you were going to bring me…”

“Huh?”

Xu Yuanfei was still thinking about how to explain this to him when he suddenly changed the topic. She was stunned.

Only then did she notice that their fingers were still tightly intertwined.

When she thought of what she had done just now, his heart skipped a beat.

It was no different from eloping.

And it was even more exciting than eloping.

She actually took away the ‘little bastard’ her father had ‘hated’ for more than twenty years under her parents’ noses?

Ever since she got to know Jing Hanchuan, she had really done too many bold things.

“Are we going home now?” Jing Hanchuan asked in a low voice, his tone cherry. Even though the cold wind was blowing, it still sounded soft and comfortable.

“It’s still a little early now.” It was not even 11 a.m., and the two of them had only met for about an hour.

“Then, what should we do next?”

Xu Yuanfei pursed her lips tightly. After more than half a minute, she said tentatively, “Why don’t I treat you to a meal? You didn’t get to see the exhibition because of me. There are a few good places nearby. It’ll be past eleven when we get there.”

Since she was out on a date, she was naturally prepared. And now, she was waiting for his answer.

“Sure.”

***

At this moment, the Jing family members outside were also anxious, but they couldn’t rush in. One ticket for one person. They weren’t eligible to enter, but they couldn’t barge in forcefully. It was simply fatal.

After more than ten minutes, they still hadn’t received any news from Jing Hanchuan, so they were naturally anxious.

Then they started discussing…

“Should we call Sixth Master again? Why isn’t there any news?”

“Sixth Master is on a date. It’s not good for us to disturb him.”

“But there’s been no reply. What if something has already happened, and he’s beaten to death?”

…

The few of them thought about it and decided to call Jing Hanchuan. But they were told that he had already left the exhibition hall fifteen minutes ago and gone to eat.

Their dumbfounded faces looked at each other. They had been in the cold wind for so long and were afraid for him, but he went to eat?

Meanwhile, in the exhibition hall…

The commentator was introducing the exhibition’s works enthusiastically. Tang Jingci had already found the Xu couple and practically ran over to greet them.

“You don’t have to specially entertain us. We’re just taking a look around.” Mrs. Xu had a gentle personality and spoke softly.

“It’s alright. There’s nothing much to do now.” Tang Jingci looked around. Jing Hanchuan had been nearby just now, but they actually didn’t meet? “Master Xu, if you’re interested in these works, let me introduce them to you.”

Mrs. Xu smiled faintly, but she felt that her husband was in a daze. She couldn’t help feeling a little upset. She raised her arm, nudged him, and lowered her voice. “What are you doing? She’s talking to you.”

The man collected his thoughts. “Sorry.”

“It’s alright,” Tang Jingci replied. “Please come this way.”

The two people walking behind her were already whispering.

“Miss Tang specially came to greet us. Why are you in a daze? It’s so awkward for her.”

“I feel like I saw our daughter.”

“Did you drink behind my back early in the morning? You’re already delirious and spouting nonsense early in the morning.”

…