Long Jingxia froze, a blush creeping up her neck. No one had ever addressed her with such blunt dismissal.
Yun Lintian, however, had been subtly observing the exchange between her and Gu Bingning. Their mental conversation and pointed glances made their intentions clear – they wanted something from him. But Yun Lintian, for reasons unknown, remained unfazed.
Long Jingxia, flustered by Yun Lintian's bluntness, hurriedly cupped her fists. "Greetings, Young Master. My name is Long Jingxia. May I have a moment of your time?"
"Consider it used," Yun Lintian replied indifferently, his back still to her.
Long Jingxia, at a loss for words, cast a helpless glance towards Gu Bingning.
Gu Bingning thought for a moment and walked towards them.
"Forgive the intrusion, Senior," she addressed Yun Lintian politely. "It seems you may not be fully apprised of the situation aboard this vessel. Perhaps I can offer some clarification."
