By the poolside, those familiar with Qi Li could tell he was deliberately stirring up trouble.

Qi Li’s gaze was locked on Han Ziyu. He was certain that, upon seeing him with another woman, Han Ziyu would feel heartbroken, regret her actions, and realize she shouldn’t defy him. He was, after all, the type to respond to softness, not confrontation.

As long as Han Ziyu showed a hint of submission, he would give her a chance to return to his side. If she behaved well enough, he might even indulge her feelings and grant her the title of "girlfriend."

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