As soon as Gu Tingshen finished speaking, I saw Heng Tingting's complexion suddenly turn two shades paler.
After all, a young girl in the throes of first love, now suddenly being called out for being distracted, her disappointment was almost too much for Heng Tingting to hide.
I felt a bit cornered, thinking of simply passing the buck to Cheng Yu, but as I turned back to him, he suddenly flashed a grin and wrapped his arm around me, "Although this is to deal with the family, Director Gu's comment wasn't quite the epitome of chivalry."
"Indeed, not as thoughtful as Mr. Cheng," replied Gu Tingshen in a cool tone, his face betraying little emotion.
Fortunately, Heng Tingting stepped in at that moment, engaging me in conversation and defusing the awkward mood, showing closeness through every word she said.
"Huanhuan, why haven't you visited my house lately? I've seen a lot of news about you online, and I think it's all nonsense—I don't believe a word of it."
