Chapter 407 - 413: Invitation (7)
Yu Zexiao watched her depart with unrestrained anger, ready to give chase when a thought struck him. He dashed back into his room like a whirlwind, rummaging through his closet and swiftly changing into sportswear. Without a second word, he bolted out the door.
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By then, Jian Anning had already taken the elevator down. He too raced to the lobby, arriving just in time to see Situ Xuan already waiting there. He immediately hid behind a large vase, peeking his head out, stealthily observing the scene.
Situ Xuan was dressed in a casual black ensemble. His complexion was paler than the average East Asian, which, coupled with the attire, accentuated his tall, leisurely but statuesque posture. Upon seeing her, he noted her straightforward yet elegant attire, the minimal makeup on her face struck a balance between formality and casualness, flawless in every aspect.
Without Yu Zexiao by her side, she seemed more at ease. Moreover, he wasn’t consumed by thoughts of winning her over to undermine Yu Zexiao. Instead, he simply regarded her as a man would appreciate a woman: with the most basic and direct admiration.
"Sorry to keep you waiting, did you wait long?" Jian Anning quickened her pace towards him. Situ Xuan put down the newspaper in his hands and slowly stood up, his expression serene, "I’ve just arrived as well."
That was the way of Situ Xuan, always appearing calm and composed, a stark contrast to the impulsive and capricious Yu Zexiao. "Then I’ll have to trouble you," she said.
With a slight smile, Situ Xuan stood up, gesturing gentlemanly, "Miss Jian, this way, please."
Yu Zexiao hid behind the vase, craning his neck to see Situ Xuan and Jian Anning leave together. He muttered with disdain while watching, "Look at that smug smile! It’s just shopping, what’s the big deal?"