Gu Nianzhi softly said, "Oh," and relaxed instantly.
With Chen Lie she didn't have to worry because she truly didn't want Huo Shao to know that she had gotten into a situation that was beyond humiliating.
"That's my Brother Chen." Gu Nianzhi giggled as she explained. "Where is he?'
"He said he had something to do and just left." Mei Xiawen rose to pour her a glass of water and brought it over. "Thirsty?"
Gu Nianzhi licked her chapped lips and took the glass with both hands. Before she took a sip, she thanked him, smiling. "Please sit, Class Rep. You are a guest, how could I be so rude to ask you to serve me a drink?"
Mei Xiawen pursed his lips in a smile. His elegant face was gentle. He asked delicately, "Nianzhi, so you live here? We all thought..."
