Once public opinion gains momentum, no matter the true emotions of those involved, they will be interpreted as the public imagines them to be.
Guan Yuexi, Xu Mingyuan, and Qiu Ling emerged from the reception room. Xu Mingyuan appeared dejected. Qiu Ling received a phone call and took the opportunity to say her goodbyes; she swept a glance across Xu Mingyuan’s face, said nothing, and turned to leave.
Seeing that Xu Mingyuan was down, Xu Shiyan couldn't help but walk up to him and tease, "What, was your confession rejected? She’s older than you and carries herself with such maturity—how could she possibly develop feelings for a former student like you? There are plenty of fish in the sea; you should find someone else to like, yeah?"
Chapter 164