On the contrary, the Councilman displayed a broad, proud smile, unable to conceal his sense of pride.
From behind, Jun Yiyi peeked at the exceptionally outstanding Ji Lingkong on the screen, feeling that he seemed quite different from usual. What was different, she couldn't quite articulate. Despite being so close through the screen, there was a sudden unfamiliarity.
He was like himself, yet not like himself, a side of him she didn't understand.
Gone was the usual lighthearted ease with her, the spontaneous display of emotions; joy and anger always shown before her. Now, in his military attire, his appearance was the same, yet it was as if a thick layer of glass enveloped him, clearly visible but separated by an invisible barrier, no longer easily revealing his emotions, as if his innermost self was sealed away.
Looking at this different side of him, Jun Yiyi's gaze dimmed, feeling a trace of loneliness and heartache.
