The words "beautiful lady" were clearly meant as a compliment, but they deeply hurt Lin Yixun. She sorrowfully realized that she still retained a tiny bit of self-respect, and hearing "beautiful lady" made her feel incredibly ashamed.
She didn't know if the man in front of her knew who she was, but judging by his tone when speaking with Leng Yixiu, they appeared to be quite close. Therefore, he must have known that Leng Yixiu had a fiancée. Leng Yixiu bringing her to this kind of occasion probably gave the man some clue about her identity.
So, what were the intentions behind this man's smile?
Was it mocking, contempt, or disdain?
Lin Yixun's thoughts were in a whirl. Naturally, Leng Yixiu, who was by her side, could sense her thoughts from her tense body and expression. His fingers on her arm slightly tightened.
He introduced her very naturally to the couple, "Lin Yixun, my... companion."
