Envy, undoubtedly, tinged her emotions, yet her joy nearly betrayed itself through a smile. However, as Shao Yunduan's cold gaze met hers, any hint of happiness evaporated.
"I-I don't know what you're talking about…"
"You don't know?" Shao Yunduan advanced slowly, indifferent to the fact that Qiao Wei was far less robust than him. He pressed the sole of his foot onto the back of her hand. Qiao Wei, startled, tried to retract her hand, but Shao Yunduan tightened his grip.
As pain surged through her, Qiao Wei, gripped by fear, paled, immobilized. "What do you want…"
Shao Yunduan spoke with a frigid tone, "Answer my question."
"Tell me the truth!"
"I don't care how you communicate with outsiders. Understand this well. You're still within my grasp. Even if I can't end your life, dismantling you will be effortless."
"Would you like to test that?"
