"You all!" Xiong Mei's body quivered in sheer disbelief as they shamelessly continued their ramblings right in front of her. Whirling around, she discovered Zhang Wei, his laughter dancing mischievously, teasing her, "Come on, Meimei, spill the secrets to them. Why not—"
"Shhh! Don't utter a word of that in front of everyone!" Xiong Mei's face blazed a deep crimson as she leaped to cover Zhang Wei's mouth. Zhang Wei wore a helpless smile, his head shaking softly.
These villagers, they seemed to possess no concept of restraint whatsoever!
Sighing in both exasperation and relief, Xiong Mei clasped Zhang Wei's hand and shot a pointed look back at the villagers. "You lot, since you derive so much pleasure from making fun of me, no gifts for any of you!" She declared, her lips forming a determined pout as she led Zhang Wei indoors, her steps purposeful and resolute.
