In front of many people, I brought up Mrs. Chu as a shield, the Chu couple being famously affectionate, a model couple in our circle.
For all these years, they never even argued or showed public discord, nor did they ever stir up any scandalous gossip; unlike others' charades, their affection was genuine.
Others might fool around with male models here, but Mrs. Chu would definitely not.
The people present exchanged curious glances.
I took a deep breath and continued, "If you don't believe me, I can call Mrs. Chu to confirm it; she's the one I came with earlier."
The situation was urgent, and I had to risk offending Mrs. Chu by saying such things, though she had agreed to help, she never agreed to serve as a human shield.
"Whether it's true or not, we'll know once the list is read out, whether it's Mrs. Chu or anyone else, you think I'm afraid of offending people?"
