Yue Linze seemed not to notice her awkwardness and said softly, “The instrument was repaired this morning, and after the examination this afternoon, you can leave. It’s indeed time to pack up.”
Tao Yu didn’t know what to say and could only laugh awkwardly. Yue Linze smiled self-deprecatingly, “Never mind. Miss Tao, would you like to go out with me for a moment?”
“For what?” Tao Yu looked at him warily, wondering if he was going to throw her out.
Yue Linze looked at her calmly, “You’re about to leave. I’ll take you to pick out a gift as a farewell.”
“…No need to be so polite.” Tao Yu didn’t want to accept anything from him now.
Yue Linze lowered his head, “If you don’t want it, forget it. I’ll ask the housekeeper to arrange a business trip. I won’t be back within a month.”
…Was he threatening her with the examination? Tao Yu instantly became angry but immediately backed down, “It would be my honor for Mr. Yue to buy me a gift. Where are we going?
Tao Yu had no mood to joke with him. When she turned her head, she discovered there were no bodyguards in the back seat, and immediately hugged her head in panic, “Mr. Yue, did you forget to bring bodyguards? Let’s go back!”
Those loan sharks were still waiting for her. With only two people coming out like this, how was this different from seeking death! Tao Yu was about to go crazy.
Yue Linze saw her terrified appearance, and his hand on the steering wheel paused momentarily. He furrowed his brow slightly and no longer in the mood to tease her, softly reassuring, “How could I come out without bodyguards? Don’t worry, they’re in the car behind and will protect us nearby.”
He had originally just wanted to use those people to keep her here, but hadn’t expected to bring her such psychological pressure. Fortunately, after today, this matter would be resolved, and she wouldn’t need to be so anxious anymore.
Tao Yu stared at his lips, and only relaxed after seeing he wasn’t joking. Then she realized her reaction was too intense and might arouse suspicion. Hesitating, she explained, “With Mr. Yue’s distinguished status, what if something happens if no bodyguards are brought?”
