Tell Her to Fend for Herself

Watching Murong Yumeng dial Huangfu Shaohua's number, Zhou Cui'an was filled with conflicting emotions. She wasn't sure how to feel at this moment. On one hand, she hoped Murong Yumeng could get through the call. On the other hand, she feared that Murong Yumeng would indeed connect.

Wanting Murong Yumeng to make the call was crucial because she needed to contact Huangfu Shaohua to understand the situation and figure out her next steps. However, at the same time, she dreaded Murong Yumeng's success in reaching him. That would imply Huangfu Shaohua wasn't busy but simply avoiding her calls.

Murong Yumeng paid no attention to Zhou Cui'an's inner conflict. By now, she had already reached Huangfu Shaohua on the phone. Upon hearing his familiar voice amidst the cacophony, she promptly asked, "Shaohua, what's been going on with you lately?"