Silence hung heavily inside the room, as if time itself had frozen in that very moment. Zhao Xiaodao, Meng Ziyi, Li Yitong, and Bailu exchanged glances, their eyes filled with a complex jumble of emotions.
Zhao Xiaodao’s heart hammered against her ribs like a runaway drum, threatening to leap straight out of her throat. She knew full well that if she didn't take immediate action to shatter this suffocating and awkward stalemate, the situation would quickly spiral out of control with unimaginable consequences.
Drawing a deep breath—as though gathering every ounce of courage in her body—Zhao Xiaodao slowly spoke up. "Everyone, please hear me out. Regarding this utterly absurd misunderstanding before us, I offer my most sincere apologies."
Chapter 136