Meng Xi'er recoiled slightly from his touch and, freeing herself from his embrace, took a step back.
She lowered her gaze, murmuring an acknowledgment, "Hmm."
With that, she pursed her lips.
Speculative eyes concealed under long lashes.
Lu Yebai held her hand as they left the restroom. He extended his hand, touching her face with a compassionate expression. "You're so cold. How long have you been in the restroom?"
Meng Xi'er was uncomfortable with his touch, her body breaking out in goosebumps. She raised her eyes to look at Lu Yebai, seeing a profound sorrow in his eyes, which only prompted a sarcastic smile from her. Lu Yebai was definitely an excellent actor, deceiving her now-amnesic self entirely. She had even begun to believe he loved her.
If Lu Yebai truly loved the Meng Xi'er from five years ago, she wouldn't have spent those five years in prison.
With the power and influence of the Lu Family, they could easily protect anyone they wanted.
