Luo Fei had come out, naturally trying to get rid of the people who were making phone calls and spreading gossip. However, seeing that the two had already arrived, he could only awkwardly greet them first.

“You’re here.”

Qin Xian nodded.

Ji Fei smiled warmly. “Hello.”

She then started looking Luo Fei up and down.

【Oh, looks like the girlfriend who’s pregnant before marriage is here too. What? The pregnancy news hasn’t been announced yet? Well, I guess it’s because it’s an unplanned pregnancy. Luo Fei only found out after returning from his business trip, so maybe they’re about to announce it and prepare for their wedding.】

Qin Xian’s gaze toward Luo Fei couldn’t help but change.

He knew that Luo Fei had long wanted to marry his girlfriend, but she kept saying they should wait. He didn’t expect... double good news to come so suddenly.

Luo Fei didn’t mind the looks exchanged between them but awkwardly said, “Uh... Qin Xian, can you come with me for a moment? Ji Fei, could you wait for us here?”

Qin Xian looked at him curiously.

Ji Fei raised an eyebrow: 【What’s this about? Surely he’s not too shy to go to the bathroom alone and wants Qin Xian to go with him?】

Qin Xian was speechless: What a weird thought.

Ji Fei: 【Ah, I get it. Maybe the people inside don’t want me to join them and are hoping to give me a heads-up through Luo Fei?】

Qin Xian’s expression subtly changed. He thought there might be some truth to this. After all, things had been unpleasant the last time.

“If you have something to say, just say it,” Qin Xian said coldly.

Although he didn’t know exactly what was going on, if it had to do with him, there was nothing to hide from Ji Fei.

Luo Fei’s face nearly turned pale after hearing this.

How was he supposed to start? The last person who tried to speak up was splashed with wine by Ji Fei.

Luo Fei could only force a smile, hinting to Qin Xian, “No, it’s nothing... Would you mind coming with me to the bathroom?”

Qin Xian: ...

Ji Fei: 【Pff, I was just joking, and he actually stole my idea! But his expression is so weird.】

Ji Fei rolled her eyes and nudged Qin Xian, “You guys go ahead, I’ll wait here.”

Luo Fei breathed a sigh of relief. It seemed Ji Fei had really changed—she was so easygoing now.

Qin Xian could only stay silent as he turned and followed Luo Fei toward the bathroom.

Hopefully, it wasn’t really to the bathroom...

However, after walking a short distance, Luo Fei leaned in, whispering nervously, “I need to tell you something...”

【Oh, my God!】

A shocking realization hit.

At the same time, two voices rang out in unison.

“Your ex-girlfriend Yu Zhi is here tonight.”

【The White Moonlight, first love, is back in the country! She’s coming soon!!!】

Qin Xian froze, staring at Luo Fei in shock, then glancing over at Ji Fei in the distance.

Ji Fei’s eyes widened, her pupils trembling as she seemed to process the news.

“I’m not worried about you, but I’m worried about her. It’s probably not a good idea for them to meet,” Luo Fei said anxiously. “While she doesn’t know yet, you should figure out how to handle this.”

Qin Xian glanced at him helplessly, already knowing everything and even more than they did.

【How did I forget? The email mentioned when she would be coming back. I was too busy eating gossip...】

Ji Fei’s inner voice was full of regret, but Qin Xian slightly curved his lips, finally realizing she was getting anxious?

【I almost missed the big opportunity! The contract I signed today has brought me huge benefits! When the divorce happens, I’ll have two hundred million, plus the investments Qin Xian made for me, not to mention the studio. If I do the math, I’m about to achieve complete financial freedom!】

Qin Xian’s face suddenly darkened.

【Oh, my God, why didn’t anyone tell me about this windfall in advance? I didn’t even have a chance to shower and get ready to greet this moment of happiness!】

Qin Xian took a deep breath.

【Wait, no, I should be looking frazzled, so that when Qin Xian divorces me for his White Moonlight, the whole family will feel sorry for me. Plus, I’ve been performing well lately, so Qin Xian shouldn’t be too cold-hearted. Maybe he’ll be so generous that I’ll get more from the divorce. Heh, heh, heh... When I see her, I need to put on a good show.】

Qin Xian: ... Put on a show? I’m curious to see how you’ll do that.

He had originally planned to gauge Ji Fei’s reaction and decide whether to attend, since the old Ji Fei would have been uncomfortable around Yu Zhi.

But now, he had to attend.

He needed Ji Fei to see with her own eyes whether he would divorce her for someone unrelated.

If she wanted a divorce, it was not happening!

Qin Xian didn’t listen to Luo Fei’s continued rambling. Instead, he quickly walked toward Ji Fei.

Luo Fei, seeing Qin Xian’s sudden icy expression, thought maybe he was bothered by the situation and might be planning to quietly take Ji Fei away to avoid the awkwardness.

But to his surprise, Qin Xian walked right up to Ji Fei, who was still processing the news, and pulled her into his embrace before walking forward.

They were heading straight for the banquet hall.

Luo Fei was a bit taken aback. What was going on? Based on his understanding of his brother, there was no lingering attachment to Yu Zhi. When they broke up, Qin Xian didn’t even seem sad, which made Luo Fei wonder if Qin Xian had ever really liked Yu Zhi.

But now, what was this?

Why did Qin Xian seem angry?

He had just seen Ji Fei calmly standing there, so it wasn’t that he was upset with her. Could it be that he was angry at Yu Zhi? That didn’t make sense either.

Luo Fei felt his head spinning and could only follow along in confusion.

Ji Fei, still daydreaming about her future bliss, had a brief moment where her breath caught, as if she were underwater, but quickly got swept up again in her beautiful thoughts.

Before she knew it, she was suddenly pulled into an embrace.

It wasn’t exactly an embrace, just a formal gesture of guiding her forward by holding her waist, but the force was a bit too strong, nearly making Ji Fei trip.

“Let’s go.” Qin Xian’s voice was cool and detached, his eyes forward.

Ji Fei felt like he was a bit unhappy.

【I knew it! It’s happening! He’s bringing the drama to life.】

Qin Xian ignored Ji Fei’s ramblings. At this moment, no matter what she said, he wasn’t in the mood to listen.

【Hearing that his first love is coming really shook him up! Now he’s rushing to meet her, and still insists on bringing me along, using such a close posture—he’s definitely showing off for someone! Oh, I’ve really become a tool!】

Qin Xian’s forehead twitched with veins showing.

【But wait, bro, your White Moonlight hasn’t even arrived yet! You’re jumping the gun!】

Qin Xian was so angry that his chest hurt, but he gritted his teeth and endured.

【Ex breaking up and going abroad, returning after years, full of deep love, misunderstandings cleared, the broken mirror pieced back together! Although technically, I should be playing the villainous first wife to catalyze things, but for that divorce settlement, I can’t risk that!】

Qin Xian felt like his soul was leaving his body. The way he was holding Ji Fei was so intimate, from Luo Fei’s perspective, it looked like he was completely enveloping her—extremely close.

Luo Fei’s eyes widened.

Meanwhile, Ji Fei’s mind was racing with thoughts of what might happen next. She didn’t know why, but her thoughts were speeding up, completely oblivious to how close the two of them were becoming.

【I wonder how this will all unfold. Will the ex-husband lose it when he sees her? Ahhh! Why are you pinching me!】

As soon as the server saw them, the door to the banquet hall was quickly opened.

In an instant, all eyes in the restaurant turned toward them.

There stood Qin Xian at the door, one hand tightly around Ji Fei, the other gently cupping her cheek. They were so close, it looked like an intimate display between a couple, playful and affectionate.

Everyone was stunned because they had never seen Qin Xian look so alive or act so childish. They had never seen him like this...