Chapter 7, I will not allow anyone to take you away from me, you are mine

However, the porridge is gone

Ji Shuqing was once again dragged onto Zhuo Lieyang's car by a dog

"If you don't mind, I certainly won't mind," Zhuo Lieyang said leisurely. "However, I believe that compared to being tied up and carried away by a few people, this way is much more aesthetically pleasing."

Ji Shuqing shook her head in a daze: "No, he has not done anything excessive to me, I am just afraid of him, I feel scared every time he approaches me..."

"What, are you not happy that I am being discharged from the hospital?" Xi Zhiyan asked gently with a smile

She let out a cold snort and immediately turned to walk down the mountain, but after taking just two steps, her hand was seized by someone. She turned her head to glare at him and angrily said, "Let go of me!"

Ji Shuqing's complexion turned slightly pale as she stared at him and asked breathlessly, "How did you know I was here? Did the mentor tell you?"

Zhuo Lieyang took a few steps closer to her, reaching out his hand to pull her, but she instinctively retracted her hand, watching him warily, and then said firmly: "I will not go with you!"

"To be honest, I am not a child anymore; I have grown up, and besides, girls generally mature earlier than boys, so you can rest assured!" On Ji Shuqing's delicate face, excitement and joy were hard to conceal. Her clear eyes sparkled with fragments of bright light. Due to her excellent mood, it seemed as if a subtle halo surrounded her, making everyone who looked at her inevitably influenced by her happiness

She retracted the smile on her face and slightly pouted: "In any case, I will take good care of myself, so you need not worry."

This is the first time Ji Shuqing is traveling alone. Throughout her life, she has traveled a few times, but it has often been either with her parents by her side or accompanied by Xi Zhiyan

Ji Shuqing instinctively turned her head, and Zhuo Liyang stopped in his tracks behind her. Dressed entirely in black, he remained strikingly cold and imposing even under the embrace of the sunlight

This is my private villa. Zhuo Lieyang did not intend to hide it, and even said somewhat matter-of-factly, "Since you are unwilling to be the person I like, then just be my servant."

He stood in place, smiling as he waved at her, that warm smile felt even more comforting than the sunlight streaming through the floor-to-ceiling windows

Ji Shuqing looked at him in disbelief and said, "How can you go back on your word!"

She paused for a moment, and before she could utter a word, Xi Zhi Yan had already hurriedly hung up the phone

"You flatter me." Zhuo Lieyang cast a faint glance at the Tibetan mastiff that was biting her skirt corner and said, "Anas, let's go."

There was a hint of ambiguity added to Xi Zhi Yan's smile as he leaned closer to her and said, "Don't let some good-looking boys lead you astray, otherwise, when you come back, I will have to punish you properly"

However, when she ran through the vast garden courtyard and arrived at the entrance, she found that the gate was tightly closed, and it was evident that the door was controlled by an electronic remote.

Ji Shuqing was in a good mood and did not want to argue with him. She simply glared at him and said: "Inner self, my maturity is internal! It is not something that is displayed on the outside!"

Zhuo Lieyang saw that she seemed to still not understand, and then said, "The only person here to pick you up is me"

What about a beauty that can topple a nation?

Zhuo Lieyang drove down the highway at a speed akin to that of a racing car. Initially, Ji Shuqing expressed her displeasure by saying a few words to him, but as the car's speed continued to increase, she instinctively grasped the overhead handrail, holding on tightly, her entire body tensing up. In a state of panic and anger, she glared at him and exclaimed, "Hey, are you out of your mind? Driving this fast is going to cause an accident!"

Ji Shuqing quickly broke into a flattering smile and said cheerfully, "Alright, alright, Zhi Yan, don't be angry, I was just joking with you!" Xi Zhiyan's handsome face still bore a somewhat awkward expression, and his voice sounded a bit muffled as he replied, "Mm, the plane is about to take off, have you packed everything? Don't forget anything."

When it came to reporting an incident, a flash of inspiration struck her mind, and she instinctively took out her phone to prepare to dial the number

Seeing that her words had no effect on him, Ji Shuqing lost the desire to speak further. She simply pressed her lips together, holding her breath and staring intently ahead.

Ji Shuqing blinked and said honestly: "I am afraid, but when I think about it carefully, if that girl can treat Zhiyan well, and Zhiyan can be happier than now, then I feel at ease..."

"Alright, do not be afraid. In the future, I will try my best to stay by your side and protect you," Xi Zhiyan gently comforted her, but he did not ask why she was so afraid of Zhuo Lieyang... If it were someone inconsequential, it could simply be ignored...

"I haven't thought of anything yet. I will let you know once I do." Zhuo Lieyang's voice was concise and straightforward, leaving no room for negotiation. After speaking, he walked past her and headed directly to where he had parked his car

She turned around again and walked step by step back into the villa. This time, her steps were no longer hurried and flustered, but rather unhurried and steady, each step imbued with a sense of calm, as if concealing a certain power of anger.

I am here to pick you up said Zhuo Lieyang in a calm and unhurried manner about his intentions

Xi Zhiyan's lips blossomed with a smile as gentle as a spring breeze. He raised his hand and gently ruffled her hair, affectionately saying: "If it's gone, it's gone. You can just make it for me again next time."

Xi Zhiyan secretly breathed a sigh of relief, but the expression on his handsome face remained very serious. He gazed at her and asked, "Shu'er, has he been pestering you lately? Has he done anything inappropriate to you?"

As if hearing her footsteps, he turned around calmly, his eyes shining brightly. He looked at her with great interest, his thin lips slightly parted: "Do not attempt to escape from here, you cannot do it."

"Precocious?" Xi Zhi Yan carefully scrutinized her from head to toe, his eyes narrowing slightly, and a hint of a sly smile appeared at the corners of his mouth, "How is it that I can't see it at all?"

Ji Shuqing picked up a handkerchief and gently wiped the beads of sweat from his forehead, asking in confusion: "Why are you in such a hurry to be discharged? I thought you would need to stay for another day or two"

Ji Shuqing paused for a moment, contemplated for a while, and then took a deep breath before saying: "Just now, Zhuo Lieyang came to my house, and he drank the porridge without my consent."

Ji Shuqing quietly inhaled a breath of cool air, her gaze fixed intently on the person before her, feeling an unprecedented sense of danger gradually closing in on her

Zhuo Lieyang replied to her lightly, "The one who first goes back on their word seems to have no right to say such things, right?"

Hearing that she received such an opportunity, Xi Zhiyan naturally felt happy for her. He accompanied her through two days filled with anticipation and excitement, and only when he sent her to the airport did he slightly reveal a look of regret: "I really wish I could go with you. You little girl are going on your first trip away from home, and I truly feel uneasy about it."

She can now move her hands and feet, so why not escape? With this thought in mind, she turned around without hesitation and walked towards the entrance. The hall door was open, and she quickly rushed towards the villa's main door with rapid steps

"Shu'er," Xi Zhi called her gently, "why are you standing here in a daze? Are you waiting for me? It seems that Shu'er is becoming more considerate; I suppose my illness this time was worth it."

She undoubtedly drew a clear line between herself and him, and this line pierced his heart like a long, sharp needle

At the moment of her slight astonishment, Xi Zhi Yan had already approached her with light and graceful steps, his handsome face filled with a gentle smile. However, he was ultimately still a patient, and his smile seemed to carry a hint of fragility, evoking a deep sense of compassion in those who beheld it

At this moment, a faint sound of footsteps came from behind.

"Is it normal?" Xi Zhi Yan suppressed the displeasure in his heart, narrowing his eyes as he stared at her, "Is it really normal for me to be with other girls? Shu Er, do you truly not care about me at all?"

Ji Shuqing stood rigidly in place, helplessly closing her eyes, striving to calm the turmoil of emotions within her. It seemed as though a voice in her mind was asking: Ji Shuqing, is it worth it to have become entangled with a demon in order to win a competition?

She went straight to the second floor, and after walking a few steps in the corridor, she saw Zhuo Lieyang standing in front of a floor-to-ceiling window, his tall black figure surrounded by an invisible force

Ji Shuqing was momentarily taken aback, seemingly still trying to fully comprehend his words, when he took two steps closer to her and said: "It will soon be time for dinner, so please go to the kitchen and prepare our meal. Make the porridge with the same flavor as last time."

Not long after the design competition concluded, the end of the semester arrived

She ignored the various gazes directed at her, allowing him to hold her tightly until the announcement echoed through the airport: "Attention all passengers, boarding for flight F4028 is now beginning. Please have your personal belongings ready and proceed to gate 2 for boarding. We wish you a pleasant journey, thank you"

Zhuo Lieyang raised his eyebrows slightly and said: "So, that boy who grew up with you, does he know how to win your favor?"

Zhuo Lieyang replied lightly: "It's about the same."

Ji Shuqing would never willingly allow herself to be dragged over by him. As she struggled, she scolded, "Zhuo Lieyang, don't go too far! If you continue like this, I will call the police!"

With this indescribable sense of excitement, she felt that the more than two hours on the plane were particularly long. As soon as she got off the plane, she opened her phone and sent a text message to Xi Zhiyan to report her safety, planning to call him and her family once she arrived at her accommodation

She couldn't help but feel a sudden panic in her heart

If you manage to prepare dinner tonight, I might agree to let you call home to let them know you are safe. She had not yet reacted when Zhuo Lieyang seemed to anticipate her thoughts and added, It is best not to ask them for help, as that would only cause them unnecessary worry.

Sen is the most renowned international design master, and she will actually be able to meet him soon

Ji Shuqing furrowed her brows and glared at him, but she truly did not want to stay in the car for another moment. Thus, with a heart full of complex emotions, she angrily got out of the car

Ji Shuqing blinked her eyes and said with a proud expression: "How many good-looking boys can compare to my words of wisdom? Since I was young, I have been immune to the word 'handsome' while looking at your enchanting face!"

A scene immediately surfaced in Ji Shuqing's mind; it was the first time he had taken her to a French restaurant, where he had kissed her passionately...

Zhuo Lieyang released her hand only after pulling her into the hall of the villa

"Zhuo Lieyang, give me back my phone!" Ji Shuqing was instantly filled with rage, her face flushed with a layer of crimson. Looking at her empty palm, she couldn't help but feel secretly annoyed; how could she have taken out her phone at this moment? The phone was her only lifeline!

Ji Shuqing stared at his back in exasperation until he disappeared into the corridor. She stood there in a daze for a while before coming to her senses

Xi Zhi smiled knowingly and said, "Yes, truly mature individuals are not easily discernible; I understand."

Ji Shuqing took a deep breath and said, "That is because you do not understand what it means to like someone, or rather, you do not know how to like a person at all"

"Not at all! I am certainly happy that you have been discharged from the hospital, it's just..." Ji Shuqing slightly furrowed her brows, and her expression appeared somewhat sorrowful.

"As for me..." She had just begun to speak when Xi Zhi Yan's excited voice interrupted her: "Shu Er, wait for me for fifteen minutes. The doctor has allowed me to be discharged, and I will be home soon. Let's meet at home! Remember to bring the porridge you made, as I am busy with my discharge right now, so I will talk to you later!"

Ji Shuqing felt a surge of displeasure in her heart; she did not wish for their conversation to involve Zhiyan. She coldly said, "That is our matter, and I have no need to discuss it further with you. There is at most only one transaction between us: you helped me, and I will fulfill one of your requests. I will definitely treat you to a good meal another day"

On this day, as Shuqing Ji arrived at school, she was summoned to the office by her mentor for a discussion. The mentor shared some good news with her: due to her victory in the design competition, the school and the sponsors had given her an opportunity to attend the international design exhibition hosted by Master Sen in Beicheng in two days, and she would also have the chance to converse with Sen up close.

Ji Shuqing's entire body stiffened, a surge of complex emotions roiling in her chest, wishing she could tear apart the figure before her! However, even as Zhuo Lieyang elegantly walked past her, she remained rigidly standing in place, her hands tightening more and more. Finally, she took a deep breath; indeed, confronting a madman would yield no benefits, so she might as well resign herself to her fate...

Every time this sensitive topic is mentioned, Ji Shuqing feels an inexplicable tension; the usually gentle and considerate Zhiyan seems to have become a different person. She does not like this feeling

Ji Shuqing nodded obediently, then walked past him with her travel bag, heading towards the boarding gate. After taking a few steps, she couldn't help but turn back to glance at him.

Xi Zhi said without answering, but instead asked, "Do you want to talk to me?"

She couldn't help but feel a bit amused, could it be that he regarded her as his cherished doll

Ji Shuqing did not attempt to pull the skirt out from its mouth; she raised her head and glared fiercely at Zhuo Liyang, angrily saying, "Can't you think of something new?"

Upon arriving at her destination from the airport, Ji Shuqing felt as if she had just finished filming a real adventure movie, with her heartbeat and breath seemingly no longer under her control

The moment the car came to a stop, her face had already turned pale

Ji Shuqing was taken aback, anger surging in her chest like a tidal wave. She clenched her fingers and mockingly sneered, "Zhuo Lieyang, who do you think you are? My servant? What a joke"

Ji Shuqing looked at him with sharp and incredulous eyes, and then she curled her lips into a mocking arc: "Zhuo Lieyang, do you really consider yourself the master?"

His heart inexplicably tightened, and a chilling breath silently spread around him

However, after searching for a long time, she still did not see anything. A sense of inexplicable tension and panic began to rise within her as she walked anxiously back and forth in the airport hall, carrying her travel bag.

This is absolutely something that can be encountered but cannot be sought after

What about that stunning beauty

Xi Zhi said with a hint of irony, "I am merely conveying Aunt Ji's concerns to you. Although these words may seem tedious, you must be more cautious when you are out on your own."

Xi Zhiyan smiled faintly at her, quickly dodging her hand as it swung towards him, and ran swiftly towards his home. Ji Shuqing naturally chased after him.

Zhuo Lieyang seemed to have heard a ridiculous joke, his thin lips curling into a mocking and sarcastic smile: "I have gone to great lengths to make you like me, and in the end, you say you hate me"

Standing under the magnificent crystal chandelier, he turned around, gazed at her, and said: "Although the police you speak of pose no threat to me, I do not wish for people I dislike to appear in my territory, so for the time being, I will keep your phone."

The person standing in front of her wore a simple black shirt and a pair of black casual pants, yet his figure appeared tall and perfect. The sunlight streaming in from the floor-to-ceiling windows cast a faint halo around his body, creating an unreal, dreamlike quality

What is wrong? A hint of concern welled up in Xi Zhi Yan's gentle eyes

Ji Shuqing immediately withdrew her arm as if she had been electrocuted, a wave of unusual emotions surged within her, making her feel quite uncomfortable. Her cheeks involuntarily flushed with two shades of red, and she could hardly conceal her embarrassment, yet she pretended to be angry and glared at him: "You scoundrel, how dare you take advantage of me!"

"Is staying in the same room with me tormenting you?" A layer of perplexing mist surfaced in Zhuo Lieyang's dark eyes

His tone was clearly filled with anger, and Ji Shuqing immediately put away her playful thoughts. She looked at him timidly, pouting as she said, "It's hard to say whether I'm happy or not; it's quite normal..."

In such a moment of confusion, at the airport of a strange city, it is indeed an exhilarating thing for someone to call out her name. However, when she heard that voice, her entire body suddenly stiffened.

I will not allow you to not come with me either, Zhuo Lieyang replied to her淡淡地.

"How come it's you?" The voice of Ji Shuqing was filled with an indescribable surprise

But upon careful consideration, all these years, his meticulous care and affection for her have been nothing more than treating her like a beloved doll

Even though his voice was so gentle and pleasant, Ji Shuqing couldn't help but shake his hand, interrupting him as she said: "Alright, alright, Zhiyan, I already know everything you are saying! You're almost becoming like my mother!"

Ji Shuqing was momentarily taken aback, carefully reflecting on what he had said, always feeling that something was amiss. From childhood to adulthood, she had always appeared to gain an advantage, but in reality, she was merely ensnared by his trap.

How beautiful is that

Xi Zhiyan had just been discharged from the hospital. After teasing him for a while, Ji Shuqing finally let him be. The two of them sat down on the sofa. Xi Zhiyan still felt a bit weak; after a bit of movement, a thin layer of sweat beaded on his forehead

"This is more like it." Xi Zhi Yan said with satisfaction as he patted her head, then smiled and reminded her, "However, you are not allowed to call me 'demonic beauty' again in the future"

Saying this, she chased after him to hit him

"I have been preparing for two days, and I have everything ready!" Ji Shuqing looked at Xi Zhiyan, whose expression was somewhat stiff, and with a blink and a smile, she said, "Zhiyan, making a sour face is not appealing to girls, you know. No girl likes that, so don't blame me."

He gazed at her for a moment and suddenly asked, "Why do you reject me so much?"

Ji Shuqing raised her head and stared at the familiar and beautiful face before her, her lips involuntarily curving into a smile: "As long as there are words of wisdom, I am not afraid"

He shook the phone in his hand, then, in front of her, stuffed the phone into his pants pocket before turning and walking towards the second floor

Her words contained both truth and falsehood; this was her first time lying to Zhi Yan, and even she did not know why she said that, as it slipped out without any thought

After getting into the car, he did not start the engine and leave for a long time. His gaze seemed to be enchanted, unable to help but look through the rearview mirror at the slender figure standing still in place.

Ji Shuqing's face was as pale as ash, and her gaze was fixed intently on his face. After a long while, she finally managed to squeeze out a sentence through her teeth: "Zhuo Lieyang, you are truly a madman"

On the roadside, inside the black sedan, Zhuo Liyang sat rigidly in the cabin, his long fingers tightly gripping the steering wheel, the veins on the back of his hand faintly protruding, his jaw clenched. He fixed his gaze on the two figures chasing each other in the rearview mirror, watching as they entered the house one after the other

Only after getting off the car did she realize that in front of her stood a private villa, situated halfway up the mountain, covering a vast area, with the nearest house being quite a distance away.

Indeed, her skirt was once again tightly bitten by Anas

"What do you mean?" Ji Shuqing glared at him with a cold expression, a wave of fear surging within her. "Have you colluded with the instructor?"

But... is this considered love

Zhuo Lieyang seemed not to hear her words, as he pressed down hard on the accelerator, causing the entire vehicle to race forward like a wild horse that had broken free from its reins.

The phone kept emitting a "beep beep beep" sound, and she held the phone in a daze, momentarily lost in thought

That is also not acceptable

But after taking a few steps, she could not move any further, and she instinctively turned her head back

She did not know how long she had been standing in place; it was only when Xi Zhi Yan appeared that she was pulled out of her muddled thoughts

When Ji Shuqing heard this news, she was completely stunned! The excitement and ecstasy that followed made her feel as if she had entered an unreal dream.

I am waiting for you here. Zhuo Lieyang's tone was no different from usual

Ji Shuqing was taken aback, the corners of her mouth curling into a smile devoid of warmth, as she said: "I do not reject you; I fear you, fear you to the core, and I dislike you. Do you understand?"

On Zhuo Lieyang's handsome face, no emotions could be discerned; his eyes seemed to shimmer with a layer of mysterious night mist, and his gaze lingered on her face: "Welcome to your arrival"

"Zhuo Lieyang, you are nothing but a madman!" She rushed in front of him, desperately suppressing the urge to step forward and strangle him. Gritting her teeth, she questioned, "Why are you doing this to me? Do you really like me? You clearly have a grudge against me and are deliberately tormenting me!"

She stared ahead in a state of shock, and as time passed, her heartbeat gradually calmed down, and her breathing slowly returned to normal. However, just as she was about to reach out to push open the car door, Zhuo Liyang had already taken the initiative to open the door for her, standing beside it with a gentlemanly demeanor, waiting for her to get out.

Ji Shuqing slightly lowered her head, resembling a child who had done something wrong, and gently bit her lip as she said: "The porridge is gone..."

She instinctively turned her head and glared at Zhuo Lieyang: "Why did you bring me here?"

Immediately following that, she remembered being forcefully kissed by him again backstage after receiving the championship trophy for the design competition. His dominant breath and unique scent seemed to still linger in her nostrils even now...

What does "almost" mean? Ji Shuqing furrowed her brows and said coldly, "No matter why you are here, it has nothing to do with me"

The next two days are the final exams, but she is spending them in excitement. She has been pondering that since she can attend Sen's design exhibition in person, she must be fully engaged and learn something from Sen's design exhibition... and then summarize the things she does not understand to ask Sen for a thorough explanation.

The dazzling sunlight pierced into her eyes, somewhat blinding her. She slightly squinted her eyes, and her nose suddenly felt a sting. Although the sunlight hurt her eyes, it did not penetrate her heart; she only felt a chill throughout her body, and an endless despair surged from the depths of her heart

In Xi Zhiyan's beautiful eyes, a complex light flickered, and he immediately followed up with a question: "Since that is the case, why are you not concerned about other girls approaching me? Are you not afraid that other girls will take away my attention?"

So, when she settled down on the plane, she couldn't help but feel a little nervous, but more so excited and looking forward to it.

Her body instantly tensed up, every inch of her skin rigid and unwilling to relax, as if the slightest lapse would allow some malevolent force to seep into her flesh, merging with her blood... leaving her unable to escape or forget

Ji Shuqing felt that he was deceiving her again, and she coldly stared at him: "Stop dreaming. Do you think I would compromise with you just to meet Sen? I would rather never see Sen for the rest of my life than stay under the same roof as you!"

Excessive matter ?

Not many people are aware of her attendance at the design exhibition

Xi Zhiyan took the opportunity to grasp her raised arm, and then quickly kissed her slender and delicate fingers

Xi Zhiyan reluctantly let her go, his handsome face gradually regaining a gentle expression. He softly said, "Call me as soon as you get off the plane, understood?"

Until a familiar voice suddenly sounded behind her: "Ji Shuqing"

After hearing her furious scolding, Zhuo Lieyang's eyes showed no sign of disturbance; he simply said calmly and confidently: "Since you think I am a madman, you had better be wise and understand that opposing a madman will bring you no benefits"

Zhuo Lieyang could see that she was somewhat moved, so he revealed a faint smile and said: "However, for the next two days, you must stay by my side, be obedient, and do not cause any trouble"

"Joke, why should I let you pick me up?" Ji Shuqing shot him a cold glance, "The person coming to pick me up will arrive shortly, no need for you to trouble yourself. You should go about your own business."

A sharp glint suddenly flashed in Xi Zhi's gentle eyes as he stared at her, instinctively gripping her hand and asking, "He didn't do anything to you, did he?"

A black Honda slowly came to a stop in front of the Shi family's door. After the car door opened, a tall and slender young man stepped out.

Noticing something was off with her, Xi Zhiyan immediately became anxious. He took her hands in his, and with a gentle voice that revealed a hint of urgency, he asked, "Shu'er, what is wrong?"

Come with me first; if you want to know about these matters, I will slowly tell you later

Ji Shuqing imitated the way he used to punish himself, raised her hand, and lightly slapped his mouth, her voice slightly embarrassed and annoyed: "I told you not to talk nonsense, so I hit you!"

"What a comfort!" Xi Zhi Yan couldn't help but tap her on the head, wanting to speak to her, but his arm instinctively pulled her into his embrace first. He held her tightly and said, "I don't need any other girl to be good to me, Shu Er, do you understand? I want no one but you! I won't allow anyone to take you away from me; you are mine!"

She looked up and surveyed the tall gate, realizing that there was no way she could climb out.

"Ji Shuqing, you are here again!" Xi Zhiyan glared at her fiercely, "You are deliberately trying to provoke me, aren't you? Are you happy that I am being pursued by other girls?"

His words revealed a hint of childlike stubbornness, and this was also the first time Ji Shuqing heard him speak such domineering words

"Do you think I am making a deal with you?" The tone was slightly playful, and Zhuo Lieyang's voice seemed to carry a hint of ambiguity, "Regardless of whether you agree or not, in the end, you will have to compromise."

She is a bit confused

The distance between her and him was not far; she could clearly see the sickly pallor on his handsome face. A gentle breeze passed by, causing the white shirt he wore to flutter lightly, exuding a sense of ethereality and elegance

"The direction of my home is on the other side." Zhuo Lieyang's voice revealed no trace of emotion, and his handsome face showed no fluctuations in feelings. He merely glanced at her with his dark eyes and then pulled her towards the villa's main entrance, his demeanor so casual as if he felt no wrongdoing in his actions

This is a dream come true for any student studying fashion design. Moreover, even many relatively well-known fashion designers in the country may not necessarily have the opportunity to obtain such an experience

She instinctively took a step back, striving to appear calm, but the tremor in her voice betrayed her anxiety and fear: "How did you end up here?"

Ji Shuqing's chest heaved violently with anger as she exclaimed, "You scoundrel!"

Ji Shuqing raised her head, blinking at him with a hint of confusion: "Why don't you ask why the porridge is gone?"

The snow-white Tibetan Mastiff, Anas, wagged its tail at his feet, occasionally looking up at him with a pleasing expression.

In the past, whenever she was ill, she would indulge in various acts of coquetry and petulance towards him, taking delight in her own sickness each time. In his helplessness, he would always deliberately impose a minor punishment on her.

The ethereal voice, like the morning mist, gently drifted into Ji Shuqing's ears, instantly gripping her heart tightly.

Well, remember to call me promptly if you need anything. I will keep my phone on 24/7 for you. The weather is colder in the northern city than here, so make sure to cover yourself with a warm blanket at night and avoid eating anything too cold.

Ji Shuqing, filled with anger like a bomb about to explode, suddenly stiffened her body and looked at him in disbelief

Only after repeatedly confirming the reliability of this news from her mentor did she gradually suppress her excitement and strive to calm herself down

Her mentor had previously told her that as soon as she got off the plane, there would be staff waiting to pick her up. She stood at the airport exit, looking around, hoping to see a sign with her name among the crowd of people waiting to greet passengers

You..." Ji Shuqing, in a moment of anger, found herself at a loss for suitable words to defend herself. After struggling internally several times, she resolutely said, "Then what do you want me to do?"

Ji Shuqing shook her head: "There is indeed none."

Zhuo Lieyang looked at her with deep and mysterious eyes, and with a subtle smile, he said, "I suddenly changed my mind. I became your model to help you win the grand prize, but in the end, I only received a meal as a reward. It's too unfair. Besides, the time for this meal can be changed at any time for someone else. What's the point of me coming?"

Zhuo Lieyang swiftly turned around, reached out, and snatched the mobile phone from her hand, then pulled her along as they continued into the room

She immediately stopped in her tracks

Ji Shuqing! Xi Zhiyan's handsome face darkened completely

This is not a matter of indifference. Since we are on this topic, she had no room to evade and could only brace herself and speak cautiously, "Since I was young, I have fantasized that since Zhi Yan is so good-looking, his girlfriend must also be exceptionally beautiful. And what kind of person will I meet? I think that person must not be worse than Zhi Yan, but now I realize that I really have not encountered any boy better than Zhi Yan... because there will never be anyone who treats me as well as you do." I think that person must not be worse than Zhi Yan, but now I realize that I really have not encountered any boy better than Zhi Yan... because there will never be anyone who treats me as well as you do.

Not acceptable.

Zhuo Lieyang looked at her with anger burning in her heart, and couldn't help but furrow his brows, saying, "The mentor did not deceive you. It's just that I told him that my family also has industries here, and I can take care of my classmates as a landlord. Sen did come to the northern city, and if you want to see him, I can arrange it for you."

Ji Shuqing glared at him in frustration, knowing that she couldn't reason with him. So she turned around angrily and walked away in the opposite direction.

Anas tightly bites her skirt while looking at her with a pair of shiny eyes, even showing a hint of innocence.

She didn't turn around. The owner of the voice had already walked up to her proactively. A familiar scent rushed towards her, enveloping her.

Ji Shuqing had just walked out of her own front door when her phone started ringing. It was Xi Zhiyan calling her.

Ji Shuqing nodded vigorously: "Yes, rest assured!"

What else could it be if not torture? Ji Shuqing stared at him with a pair of watery reddened eyes, angrily cursing, "Zhuo Lieyang, you are not only a madman, but also a fraud! There is no such thing as the Sen's design exhibition, right? Everything was a scam orchestrated by you and the mentor, right? Is deceiving me fun for you? Is it?" Every word she uttered was filled with intense anger and resentment. The last sentence was almost shouted out with all her strength.