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After pondering for a moment, since she was already pretending to be asleep, she decided to keep up the act.
No matter how simple Gu Mochen's life was, they had agreed to a relationship in name only, strangers in reality. Yet Gu Mochen kept crossing the line, and she had to guard her own boundaries.
Jian Ran couldn't help but think of the phone call just now, where Gu Mochen was incredibly tender and indulgent. The corners of her mouth curled slightly.
Every person has that softest spot in their heart.
The woman who had just called was probably the one occupying that tender spot in Gu Mochen's heart.
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As soon as Gu Mochen spoke, his gaze fell upon Jian Ran's soft, pale face. He observed her calm demeanor, seemingly feigning deep sleep, and his thin lips pursed slightly.
Having heard Jian Ran sarcastically mention his association with Lan Xing... for some reason, he felt the need to explain.
