Chapter 8: A Few Words (1/2)

Because of Zhao Fuchen’s words, the previous topic around Li Shiqing immediately shifted to Chen Manqing!

This invisible shift was beyond even Li Shiqing’s control.

Because she was also extremely curious about the Moon Goddess!

“Young Master Zhao actually got Chen Manqing’s personal invitation – you must have quite a relationship with her! So enviable! None of us got an invitation! We didn’t even hear about her showcasing art at Maple Forest Club!”

A youth spoke with envy and jealousy.

As soon as he finished, his companion nudged his arm.

The youth wasn’t stupid and immediately realized, nervously glancing at Lin Tian. Seeing no sign of anger, he finally relaxed.

Hadn’t he just said none of them got an invitation, including Lin Tian?

That was like slapping Young Master Lin’s face!

Zhao Fuchen modestly said: “We’re not that close, just had a few meals together.”

Though his words were humble, his face showed pure arrogance!

Even if dining with Chen Manqing was thanks to his grandfather dining with Chen Guanchao, that wasn’t wrong to mention, right?

A reason to be proud!

At their level, ordinary things weren’t worth bragging about anymore.

Anything they showed off had to be extraordinary!

Zhao Fuchen noticed Lin Tian’s reaction and inwardly sneered. This time, with perfect timing and circumstances, he would surely step on Lin Tian – the one most considered the king among kings and marquises!

Back then, he had liked Li Shiqing deeply. After learning Li Shiqing was forced by Lin Tian, he had frantically begged his grandfather to intervene, but was strictly refused and forbidden from causing trouble with Lin Tian over this.

He didn’t understand why his grandfather, who always doted on him and encouraged him to get closer to Li Shiqing, would treat him this way.

But his grandfather’s authority in the Zhao family was unshakeable!

So he buried this matter in his heart, but never forgot!

That incident became his life’s greatest shame!

Because in his heart, Li Shiqing was already his destined woman, but she was forced by another man, and he couldn’t even stand up for her. Who could bear such a thing?

And that capital rumor came from this.

If before that incident, Zhao Fuchen and Lin Tian were just kids playing around, then after it, Zhao Fuchen developed a deep hatred for Lin Tian!

He wouldn’t miss any chance to step on Lin Tian!

Today’s show was his impromptu decision, mainly because the timing was perfect – heaven was helping him!

Lin Tian quietly watched the situation develop, with no intention to interrupt. These struggles, to someone who had fought in the cultivation world for hundreds of years, were just child’s play.

“Shiqing, I heard you’re also passionate about painting. I think even the Moon Goddess probably isn’t much better than you. Interested in coming to watch with me?” Zhao Fuchen asked gently.

When he asked, he was already very confident Li Shiqing would agree.

Indeed, Li Shiqing was tempted.

Not just her – probably no one in the room wasn’t tempted.

First, the Moon Goddess’s reputation was too impressive.

Second, Chen Manqing’s title as Moon Goddess wasn’t just for her talent and painting skills, but also her otherworldly beauty!

Beautiful women, especially goddesses on pedestals, were what these young masters loved to pursue most!

No exceptions!

But Zhao Fuchen hadn’t invited them, so they could only watch Li Shiqing with burning eyes. Xu Ziqi beside her even urged: “Shiqing, what are you hesitating for? Quick, say yes!”

Zhao Fuchen remained composed, confident.

Actually, from the moment he entered this room, he controlled all the rhythm!

This was his ability, his method!

Lin Tian?

What was that?

Li Shiqing secretly glanced at Lin Tian, seeing no reaction from him, and suddenly felt angry. Was this guy a blockhead?

Under everyone’s envious gazes, Li Shiqing ultimately wasn’t blinded by jealousy. She turned to Zhao Fuchen and apologetically said: “Sorry, Brother Fuchen, I’m not interested in watching painting today, so I won’t go with you.”

After saying this, she gritted her teeth and glared at Lin Tian.

Though the Moon Goddess’s live painting exhibition was rare to see, she had other plans today!

Zhao Fuchen’s smile and smugness instantly froze, like someone had suddenly grabbed his neck. Though he quickly regained composure, this moment of change made a few people in the room extremely satisfied!