"It's not like it's actually infectious."
"But it's ugly. Don't look at me like that."
"It's not ugly." He tilted the umbrella all the way to her side. "Even if there's a small problem, it doesn't hide anything. Who would dare call you ugly?"
When he spoke in a low voice, his manner was grave and serious. Even his every pore seemed to be trying to prove that to her.
Lan Tian snatched the umbrella from his hand, turned, and ran.
That night, Shi Jin received a call from Lan Tian.
"Sis, you said you could treat me. Can I try?"
"Have you discussed this with your parents?"
"I'll discuss it with you first, then with them."
Shi Jin smiled. "If you're willing to try, I'll do my best."
"Then I'll go convince my parents."
For the next few days, Shi Jin did not hear from Lan Tian.
Clearly, Lan Tianwas stymied on her parents' side.
