Chapter 285 - Visiting a shrine (1/2)

Linfeng's eyes clearly held a warning for Gao Huan to not take a step any further.

”...”

Gao Huan's gentle smile gradually dissipated, his face slowly becoming expressionless. He glanced at Linfeng coldly.

Truly a shameless dog who kept sticking to its master.

”...I never knew a mere butler could answer for his master.”

Xiong Zhi faintly frowned and was about to speak but Linfeng beat her to it first.

”Well, my Young Miss happened to have already informed me about it. As the Young Miss's butler, I believe I have every right to represent her, especially with refusing anything that could possibly conflict with her plans.” He smiled indifferently. ”Isn't that one of the most basic tasks of a butler?”

”...You have rather smooth tongue.”

”Thank you for your praise.”

Guan Gao Huan's eyes scanned the people in front of him. ”It seems Young Miss Zhi is truly busy. How disappointing. Then I guess, I will just see you around, then.”

Linfeng gave him one cold glance before turning to Xiong Zhi. He offered his hand to the Young Miss and gently led her away.

Gao Huan suddenly spoke.

”It seems like you are not taking my advice, classmate Linfeng. I hope you don't regret it.”

The pair seemed to have not heard anything and simply walked away.

Guan Gao Huan watched as the Young Miss of the Xiong family did not even throw him a fleeting look before she left. He smirked.

Apparently, his fiancée liked to play hard to get. If she wanted to play that game, then he would happily play with her.

Seeing their figures about to disappear with the crowd, he took hold of the person nearest to him to 'accompany' him during this afternoon.

Of course, while following the pair of master and aide roam around during the free time.

Not far ahead, Xiong Zhi was silent while being led forward by Linfeng. Her mind was preoccupied by doubts.

Why was that beast here? That bastard was not the type to join useless festivities like this for mere enjoyment.

That person would not come here without a reason. He must be planning something.

And whatever it was that he was stirring up, it would never be good. This was something she had long learned from her past life.

Xiong Zhi began to feel anxious. Her brow faintly furrowed in distress.

The tall young man beside her observed her face.

”What are you thinking?”

The young man's gentle voice brought her mind back again to reality.

Linfeng had been watching her this entire time. Looking closely at her expressionless face, he could fathom a few changes somewhat. It appeared that the Young Miss's mind was lost for a moment after meeting the young master from the Guan family.

It always happened, whenever she meet that guy.

Although, there was huge difference on her reaction from the Xiong's banquet to this day. He could say that his Young Miss was not too affected with the man's presence, unlike before.

But still, why was she so affected by that guy? Even if she obviously did not like that person surnamed Guan, he did not like the fact that another man could affect her so much.

Affecting her this much to the point that his own existence was drowned out with the surroundings... It was not a good feeling for Linfeng.

His lashes lowered, covering the darkness in his eyes.

He stared at the dainty hand on top of his own as he led her forward.

After a moment, he shifted his hold on her hand. He lowered their hands to their sides and intertwined his fingers with hers. Then, he put their entangled hands into his large coat's pocket.

With this, they were no different from normal lovers holding hands in secret. If one looked at them closely, people would know. Fortunately, everyone was so excited and busy with their own plans that they did not notice this small detail.

Xiong Zhi was stunned by Linfeng's actions. He actually took the initiative today. This was rare.