Chapter 158: Refusal

Watching Shen Yixue seemingly sincerely apologize, Zhong Niangyao's expression remained unchanged, and even her languid posture didn't alter. "So, you came here today just to apologize to me?"

"Nianyao, I really didn't do it on purpose." Shen Yixue had an urgent expression on her face. "This competition is critical to my life. Li Jingming's mother once said that if I could win first place in this competition, she would agree to my relationship with Jingming."

"When I went to submit my artwork, I saw your painting. Your painting was simply too good; I couldn't match it. I couldn't lose this competition; otherwise, Jingming and I would have no chance at all. That's why I made such a mistake in a moment of confusion."

"I sincerely want to apologize. Considering our past friendship, please forgive me this time!"

"And then?"

Zhong Niangyao didn't speak of forgiveness but simply smiled and continued, "You probably didn't come today just to apologize, did you?"

"Nianyao, I—"