"Everyone in the industry knows that my word is my bond, naturally it's true," Mr. Li spoke with assured confidence.
I knew that no one would give up such great benefits for a woman. Faced with huge benefits, I wasn't sure if Master Zhao would care about losing face and hand me over.
Master Zhao had been silent all along, and I knew he was weighing the pros and cons. A chill crept through my heart, and I stood rigidly in place, unmoving.
Mr. Li chuckled with a 'heh heh' and strode over quickly, reaching out to grab me, "Since Master Zhao and your lot are ready to leave, I'll take the lady with me now, won't disturb you any longer."
I stumbled as I was yanked forward, my face turning pale, endlessly looking back at Master Zhao, pleading with my eyes for him to save me.
But Master Zhao seemed deaf, his face void of any expression. As a strong force almost shoved me out of the private room, I looked at Cheng Yu in desperation.
