104 MUST HAVE BEEN SHOCKING (1/2)

”Would you like to place your order?” The awkward atmosphere was suddenly interrupted.

There was a short duration of silence before Hu Lei inquired about their speciality dishes. In truth, she had already decided on her meal in her mind, but she felt that she had to break the silence. By the time, the man finished listing the details of the speciality dishes, the tension had already broken to some extent.

”I will have noodles with clear broth.” Hu Lei finally said.

Zhong Mian still had a tense look on her face, but she calmly made her order after she did. Kong Ou had also recovered his senses, so he spoke with some awkwardness. Zhong Feng concluded the progression by ordering several meat dishes.

”I would like to apologise for my earlier behaviour.” Kong Ou spoke as soon as the waiter left.

No one at the table responded. Zhong Mian did not know whether she should be relieved or question everything more. Zhong Feng naturally remained silent and unmoved. Hu Lei felt that it was not her place to speak. She knew that she should never have given in to the idea of coming to this volatile dinner.

Seeing no reaction, Kong Ou felt that he had to explain further.

”Miss Hu Lei saved my life once about six years ago. I overreacted when I saw her and lost my senses.” Kong Ou said.

Zhong Mian finally felt the burden in her heart lifted. This was the only explanation that was acceptable, unless she was his long-lost sister.

”Why didn't you say so earlier? I admit I was a little worried.” She laughed lightly.

”I am sorry I behaved so poorly.” Kong Ou reached his hand to hold Mian's.

He had truly realised how he had made a poor impression on everyone. He was supposed to be meeting Mian's family members for the first time. However, he had been overwhelmed by seeing the person who he had hidden in his heart for years.

When he was before her, he had felt like he had committed a grave sin by being with Mian, as if he had failed to keep himself clean for her. When the initial shock had dissipated, he had come to his senses. He could not fail Mian after all the promises they had made to each other.

”It is alright. It must have been shocking for you. So, how exactly did Miss Hu save your life?” Zhong Mian asked with a smile.

On the surface, she was willing to accept the explanation. However, she was still not willing to let it go just like that. No woman would accept such a casual statement without background details. Furthermore, Ou's reaction had been too intense. She felt like there was more.

”It seems that Miss Hu does not remember. It is not important.” Kong Ou responded.

He glanced at Hu Lei as if she would suddenly recall the details with that single yearning look. Unfortunately, Hu Lei was not looking at him. She was sipping her water while making subtle displeased faces at the taste or lack thereof. Her large eyes were fixed on the large aquarium, and they seemed to be following the movement of the ornamental fish.

It was not that she was trying to be rude. She was just making an effort to minimise her presence and not get involved. She was not stupid. She knew that Zhong Mian did not like her. If she paid attention to her boyfriend in this situation, things could only get worse. She did not want to be at odds with Ah-Feng's family.