Chapter 81

Rhea saw his name flash on the screen as the call came in, and her heart erupted in splicing pain, biting on her lip as she stifled a sob in her throat and shook her head. Her worst fears were confirmed. That when it was to do with TangShi, he called back without hesitation, and it spoke volumes to her.

“You’re meeting is suddenly over?” She snapped upon answering, her tone bitter because she couldn’t conceal her anger and disappointment in him.

“No, it’s not. I had to slip out. What are you doing? Leave TangShi alone. She’s at school, and you’ll only cause a scene. I told you I would think it over and tell you if we would meet.” YuZhi tried to keep his voice low, aware of bypassers in the hall. Knowing that anyone could hear something out of context and cause issues.

“No, you agreed on a dinner with the three of us. Now you’re backtracking. Why?”

YuZhi blew out his breath and leaned back against the nearest wall, tired suddenly. His temples were already thro