Liu Zhi was momentarily stunned, feeling a wave of unease wash over her as she persisted in clinging to Shao Yunduan. "Lord—"
However, Shao Yunduan swiftly evaded her, fixing her with a cold stare that seemed to erect an invisible barrier, freezing her in place, rendering her unable to move.
Raising his hand with a feigned gentleness in his tone and expression, Shao Yunduan delivered a chilling command. "Miss Liu Zhi, please depart."
Liu Zhi stood frozen, unable to utter a word.
The onlookers were equally taken aback.
Many of the more observant individuals noted Shao Yunduan's clear lack of interest in Miss Liu Zhi. He hadn't even attempted to take advantage of the situation.
They couldn't believe it! With Miss Liu Zhi's undeniable allure—her figure, her charm, her alluring gaze, her melodic voice—surely she must be a beauty worthy of Lord Shao's attention, given Old Master Zhuang's boldness in offering her.
