Shi Ran: "..."
Her mind seemed to have crashed, leaving it blank. After a moment of stunned silence, she finally understood Tang Si's meaning.
"What nonsense are you talking about? He's just a friend."
Shi Ran never understood why Tang Si had such a strong prejudice against Yuan Wei.
She could tell from the phone call that Yuan Wei was very anxious, and Shi Ran didn't dare to waste any time. "I'm not talking to you anymore, gotta go, bye."
"Stop right there!"
Tang Si strode forward and blocked Shi Ran's path. "Crossing the river and demolishing the bridge, you're quite adept at that."
His expression was stern, and a cold glint shot from his pupils.
"Young Master Tang, I told you, I have an urgent matter to attend to. I'll definitely treat you to a meal in a couple of days. I've noted your help today."
The relationship that had just begun to thaw between them plummeted back to freezing point due to Yuan Wei's phone call.
Shi Ran's curt tone made Tang Si feel her indifference, which naturally angered him.
But what angered him even more was that Shi Ran had the last word and turned to leave.
Tang Si stuffed his hands into the pockets of his trousers, tilting his head slightly. He pushed his tongue against his cheek, exuding the roguish charm of a spoiled rich kid, yet with a captivating, devilish allure that drew people in.
Even a few young girls passing by couldn't help but stare at him, their faces flushed, eager to step forward and ask for his WeChat ID.
"Wow, he's so handsome."
"He looks so much like my idol."
"I really want his WeChat ID, should I ask for it for you?"
"Forget it, forget it. Didn't it look like he was arguing with his girlfriend?"
The girls, after chatting, turned their gaze to Shi Ran.
"Are you sure she's his girlfriend? She looks so plain."
"Plain? With a face like first love, she's probably the white moonlight in his heart."
"I really like that girl. She looks so pure, so beautiful."
They chatted amongst themselves, their voices fading as they walked away.
Meanwhile, Tang Si's mind echoed with the phrase 'white moonlight,' and he couldn't help but let out a chuckle.
He didn't chase after Shi Ran. Instead, he picked up his phone and called her.
As Shi Ran walked forward, her phone rang. She looked down, and Tang Si's name flashed on the screen. She paused, then looked back at Tang Si, who was not far away.
Tang Si shook his phone, signaling her to answer.
Shi Ran felt a touch of helplessness and answered the call...
"I was about to discuss the acquisition of Chaoyun E-sports with you. Since you're so busy, I won't bother you then." Tang Si said lightly and hung up the phone directly.
"Tang... *beep beep beep*..."
Just as Shi Ran was about to say something, the call was already disconnected, and Tang Si, not far away, had already turned and left.
Watching him leave without hesitation, Shi Ran felt a pang of panic. She could only call Lin Meng and explain the situation, asking Lin Meng to go and check on it for her, find out the important details, and she would go to the hospital later.
With matters settled, Shi Ran then jogged to catch up with Tang Si...
...
Hidden Clan, early morning.
Meng Jingwei sat at the dining table, enjoying her meal. As she was lost in thought, Old Chen Tou suddenly said, "Stinky girl, you're coming out with me later."
"Oh, okay."
She didn't ask any further questions.
Since arriving at the Hidden Clan, many things were not up to her, and she had no capital to resist. Therefore, she didn't bother asking about Old Chen Tou's arrangements.
It was meaningless.
"Mingjin, hurry up and eat. You're coming too," Old Chen Tou said to He Xiao Mingjin.
"Understood, Grandpa."
He nodded in agreement.