The atmosphere instantly became awkward.

Sheng Jiaoyang facepalmed. What’s he doing here?!

"I-I suddenly remembered that I need to report to Grandfather, so I’m leaving first." Sheng Jiaoyang feigned a calm front and was eager to run away.

Shen Zhining, however, wrapped his hand around her waist and unfeelingly dismissed her plan to escape.

"Since everyone is here, we can take this chance to clear things up," he said.

Sheng Jiaoyang held her forehead. This was such a headache! But, since she couldn’t avoid it, she could only face it head-on.

She took a deep breath and placed her hand on the back of Shen Zhining's hand around her waist, their pose appearing exceptionally intimate as she said, "This is my boyfriend." When she said that, she didn’t look Lin Yan in the eye. She didn’t dare to look at his current expression, fearing that she’d become soft-hearted.

The corners of Shen Zhining mouth raised slightly. He stared at the expressionless Lin Yan and said, "Young Master Lin, have you heard of this saying before? When you find something you like, you should treasure the chance and go for it. Otherwise, it’s too late for...