Chi Huan reached out and grasped the arm of the man beside her, taking a step forward.
She positioned herself in front of Mo Shiqian.
Her eyes closed momentarily, since the devastating event she faced at fourteen, especially after years in the entertainment industry dealing with all kinds of people, she had developed a near-instinctual defense mechanism.
Apart from indulging in a little pettiness and temper with Shiqian, she rarely showed much emotional turmoil in front of others.
At this moment, her expression remained calm, even carrying a faint smile on her face, although her fingertips trembled imperceptibly. But other than Shiqian, who knew her well, it was nearly impossible for others to notice.
"Mr. Lawrence, as an elder and a famous figure, I, a second-rate star, should indeed show more respect. However, on the matter at hand, if I've made you uncomfortable in any way, that was not my intention."
