Shen Gan, who had walked out of the hotel door, ultimately didn't dare to escape. He slinked back dejectedly into the private room to look for Xi Zhen.

He wasn't afraid that Mr. Xi would bankrupt his family, but rather he feared the disciplinary measures from his strict mother.

Shen Qian looked at Xi Zhen, who was sitting opposite him without moving like a mountain, his restless buttocks made it extremely difficult for him to sit still.

Since he came back, this brat Xi Zhen hasn't said a single word. At first, he tried to break the ice by saying, "The weather is really nice today." Normally, everyone would respond, right? But Xi Zhen just glanced at him without changing his expression and didn't utter a single word.

Shen Qian felt a little emotional, making up his mind silently that if Xi Zhen didn't speak, he wouldn't speak either.

Soon enough, Shen Qian couldn't help but take the initiative to strike up a conversation. He had a lively personality and couldn't stand the quietness.

Xizhen, Xizhen, Xizhen, you're saying that if I don't be with you, you'll make my family go bankrupt?"

Xí Zhēn showed no change in expression this time. He looked at Shěn Qián with the same look he gave someone with a mental disability. Through his gaze, Shěn Qián could understand the meaning in his eyes.

Tch, isn't it just saying that he's stupid and lacking intelligence? Shen Qian propped up his chin with his hand and pursed his lips. It's because there was no common topic between the two of them, so he just picked one like this.

Humph, just watch. Having learned from the previous lesson, this time he absolutely won't say a word!

One minute later, Shen Gan remained as quiet as a mouse. Five minutes later, Shen Gan began to scratch his ears and his cheeks. Ten minutes later, Shen Gan's bottom started to shift around. Fifteen minutes later...

"Hey, Xi Zhen, let's have a chat." Shen Qian was extremely bored. He lifted his butt and sat directly beside Xi Zhen, turning his head to look at him and saying, "Although we're here for a blind date and should maintain some decorum, we can't just sit here without saying a word, right?"

Xi Zhen observed that familiar yet unfamiliar beautiful face at close range. After a while, he let out a faint "Hmm" from his nostrils.

After enduring numerous hardships, Shen Qian finally persevered through the clouds and saw the moonlight. He heard the response from his opponent!

This is really a significant progress!

He immediately showcased his exceptional ability to persuade and charm others, and began discussing a topic.

I was forced by my mom to go on this blind date. I must say, I was really surprised when I saw you." Shen Qian nudged Xi Zhen with his elbow and smirked, "What about you? Did you know that your blind date partner was going to be me?"

Xi Zhen was momentarily stunned. He hesitated for a few seconds, wanting to speak but then heard Shen Qian sigh and mutter to himself, "You definitely didn't know that your blind date is me. Otherwise, you wouldn't have come to meet me."

Xi Zhen frowned and said, "No."

"Hey, I know you won't be with me," Shen Qian waved his hand, his face calm. "No need to remind me, after all, we are of the same mind."

Xi Zhen: ...

Xi Zhen's face darkened.

Shen Qian still had some insight. Seeing his nemesis suddenly wearing a displeased expression, as someone who had been their archenemy for years, how could he not know the reason behind it?

I'm just unhappy and annoyed by him setting me up on a blind date.

Knowing that the object of the blind date was him was already enough to make Xizhen feel stifled. Now, bringing up this topic with him again just adds more annoyance.

Shen Qian shook his head with remorse, acknowledging his wrongdoing. This time, he had truly hit Xizhen where it hurt.

He kindly patted the other person's shoulder to express comfort, and said with great understanding, "Don't worry, even if my mother resorts to using family rules to pressure me, I will not agree to marry you."