Li Julin cast an annoyed glance at him, clearly dissatisfied with his interruption of Shen Mianmian.
Lifting the tea that Xiaocui had poured, he took a sip and said, "Mianmian, continue."
Xiu Min, fearing Li Julin's demeanor might frighten Shen Mianmian, quickly added in a soft voice, "Mianmian, don't be afraid, just tell us the facts. As long as you speak, both your Uncle Li and I will believe you—we believe you're a good kid."
Li Julin feigned anger at his wife but didn't actually blame her.
Wang Dongcheng got angry. Wasn't Xiu Min's comment a clear message to Shen Mianmian not to admit to stealing the money? Irritated but mindful not to speak out of turn, as Li Julin disliked interruptions and he had already committed a faux pas earlier.
