Of course it's true!
However, Lu Zhanbei keeps a low profile and doesn't like flaunting his intelligence. He calmly says, "There's no need for exaggeration, it's just a bit of fun."
When being polite, you're supposed to hear words opposite to their intention.
"No need for exaggeration" = This is the truth.
"Just a bit of fun" = He's definitely a master.
Understanding these underlying meanings, Little Ear's admiration intensifies, her eyes brightening, "Lu Zhanbei, don't be so modest! I knew you were this amazing, otherwise, my mother hardly praises anyone, except..."
She avoids mentioning who else her mother praises, cutting herself off, but that doesn't mean Lu Zhanbei can't guess.
The cool man's lips curve slightly, completing her sentence for her, "You mean, Lu Ye Bai?"
Caught off guard!
Gu Qianqian's little head drops, her fingers nervously tracing circles on the sofa, "Why bring him up?"
"Didn't you mention him?"
