It was the most mundane of phrases, devoid of any emotional color, yet it stirred ripples in the depths of her heart.
She quietly observed the man before her, and although it was only for a few seconds, he seemed to have sensed her gaze. As their eyes met, Gu Qili, feeling somewhat flustered, tried to look away and pulled at her hand to free it. But he was holding on tightly, and despite several tugs, she couldn't get it loose. With curious looks coming from the people around, Gu Qili had no choice but to give up.
She couldn't understand what this man really wanted. It was he who had pushed her away so ruthlessly to begin with,
"Daddy, I want to buy this." Mu Qinian ran back swiftly and immediately noticed their intertwined hands. He walked over, somewhat indignantly, and pointing at their hands, he asked with a tone full of accusation: "Daddy, how can you hold hands with Ali behind my back? Have you considered my feelings?"
