Listen to My Artful Defense, No, Explanation

He took a step towards her, and she straightened up, forcing a smile on her face.

Although it was evident that she was trying hard to please him with a forced smile, he didn’t feel repulsed.

Regardless of whether her words just now were true or false, in his presence, she had to pretend to care for him, to love him.

He approached her and embraced her directly, then led her to a large courtyard.

Gently placing her on a couch, he prepared to leave, but she grabbed his wrist.

He turned to look at her, thinking she was reluctant to let him go, but in reality, she wanted him to remove the mute seal on her before leaving.

Otherwise, she couldn’t make any sound, which was quite uncomfortable for her.

“I’ll be back soon,” he said, leaving these words behind as he pulled his hand away from hers and walked away.

Chu Jiuning clenched her hands, contemplating how she could make Bai Yu willingly release her.