Chapter 447 All Under Control... Maybe

Compared to Lin Suqing's startled reaction, Qing Youmeng's composed demeanor appeared much more graceful. After Lin Suqing regained his composure, pretending to be a common gentleman, he cupped a hand in the other before him and bowed slightly, saying, "I meant no offense, please forgive me, Miss."

At this moment, under the alias Qin Qiehou and wearing a mask, his bowing gesture was identical to that of Lin Suqing when he was not wearing a mask—it was deliberate. However, Qing Youmeng seemed not to recognize him at all.

After he bowed and apologized, Qing Youmeng merely glanced at him and turned her head back, which was considered a form of forgiveness. Lin Suqing felt disheartened but consoled himself, thinking time was on his side. Suddenly, she turned her face back again and startled him once more.

Qing Youmeng, however, wasn't looking at him, but rather at something by his waist that she had spotted with a quick glance.