Currently, the guard of Hotel Blue Diamond was facing the biggest crisis in the story of his career.
Standing in front of him was Nie Zhen, the only person banned from entering the hotel, and Li Han, the man famed for his notorious deeds.
In mere seconds, his forehead was covered with sweats.
"What are you looking at? Are you still not allowing me from entering?" Nie Zhen raised her brows in a cheeky manner.
"But...." The guard stole a glance towards Li Han and gulped instantly. His thin lips were pursed in grim line. His cold aura permeated the surrounding. Even his gold-carved black mask didn't neutralize the sinister effect. Everything from his head to toe screamed dangerous.
Although the guard had been given notice to never allow Nie Zhen, the fallen young miss to never, ever enter the venue, he couldn't help but wavering in his decision.
Nie Zhen looped her arm around Li Han's and said, "I come as his partner. Are you going to deprive this gentleman of his partner? Are you going to be responsible if everyone spreads malicious rumours saying he is not attractive enough to come to this ball alone?"
Then she added shamelessly, "I'm doing the honor of escorting him to the ball. Now, give me the permission to enter!"
Li Han: "..."
The guard: "..."
Young miss, do realize that your wording could cause huge misunderstandings..
The guard was in huge dilemma. If he allowed her entry, he would risk losing his job. On the other hand, if he did not permit her to enter, he would lose his life!
Who could tell what Li Han would do if his partner was denied from entering the venue!?
Now, the question was, how did Nie Zhen manage to capture this big catch!?
Okay, the real question should be, what should he do now!???
After contemplating for half a day, the guard made his decision based on his loyalty to his family and the country. After all, he was a loyal person...
"Then, Miss Nie, Young Master Li, please enter." The guard bowed courteously.
Of course, he was loyal to his family and the country. What was a job compared to his own life? How could he feed his family or serve the country if he were to lose his life?
Right..?
What, do you have any objection? Sue me! The guard hold a faltering smile as he showed them the direction of the hall.
Nie Zhen smiled in victory. At last! She could enter the hall at last!
"Let's go and have fun!" Nie Zhen was still holding on to Li Han's arm as she walked on.
"Oh, right! Thank you for your help. By the way, what's your name?" Nie Zhen looked at Li Han and asked.
It only came to her mind that they hadn't introduced themselves. She heard people calling him Young Master Li earlier. She reckoned that he must be someone powerful to be recognized even while wearing a mask.
Li Han looked at her hand that was holding his arm. Then he looked at Nie Zhen who was waiting for his answer.
He gazed at her meaningfully and answered, "Li Han."
There was underlying tone in his voice, as if hinting to something. Nie Zhen furrowed her brows, trying to remember if she had ever heard the name.
"Nope, never heard of you." She shook her head. "Have we ever met before?"
At that moment, a dangerous glint appeared in his fathomless eyes. It was ominous but attractive at the same time. Nie Zhen couldn't help but be draw6 to his eyes.
"I don't think so. If we did, I would remember those eyes. You have beautiful eyes!" Nie Zhen tilted her head as she scrutinized his eyes.
Li Han's eyes deepened. "You think my eyes are beautiful?"
"Yes! They are like the stars in the sky. Bright and sparkling!" As she praised him, her look was of a fawning fan. Totally enthralled by his eyes.
The swirling emotions in Li Han's heart calmed considerably. His face showed a gentle expression. "So, you don't recognize me?"
Nie Zhen raised her eyebrows. "Should I?" She tried to think again but gave up in less than a minute. "Nevermind." She dismissed carelessly. "I think you are the one who should recognize me. After all, I was featured in the news this past year. My name is..."
"Grandmother!"
"Yes, I am grandmother..." Nie Zhen stopped short in her introduction. Who was it!? Who called her grandmother??? The audacity!
Nie Zhen turned around and searched the owner of the voice who called her grandmother. Then, she saw a tall man coming towards their direction.
Wait, isn't this the man I saw earlier?
She recognized him as the man who was with Li Han earlier from the mask he was wearing.
"Was that you? Are you calling me grandmother? How am I your grandmother? I don't remember giving birth to your parents." Nie Zhen harrumphed coldly.
Did she look old? As a young, pretty lady, of course she couldn't accept being called grandmother!
With her arms crossed, she stared begrudgingly at Ye Xing.
Ye Xing stopped in front of them while panting heavily. He was still trying to catch his breath. After all, he ran to the hotel after being left in the middle of nowhere.
Ignoring Nie Zhen's question, he looked at Li Han and whined, "Bro Han, how could you have the heart to leave me earlier! Are you really my sworn brother? Are you sure your blood is red? Have you fed your conscious to the dog?" Ye Xing shed crocodile tears.
Li Han narrowed his eyes dangerously. "I'm pretty sure you are the one who would be fed to the dog."
Now, Ye Xing truly wanted to shed genuine tears. He gulped nervously. Then, he switched the target of his tantrums.
"Grandmother, how could you leave me!? Your grandson is heartbroken!"
The corner of Nie Zhen's mouth twitched. Could someone kindly explain, why is this man mistaking me as his grandmother???