However, although Shi Hongda was cursing inwardly, he didn't show the slightest hint of it on his face. He adopted a commanding air. "I've thought it over. You don't have to leave. Just get in the van with us."
He knew he couldn't enthusiastically invite Xu Ke into the van, as that would definitely seem suspicious. A commanding tone, however, might not arouse Xu Ke's suspicion.
Nearby, Bai Qian'er's expression was one of surprise. She glanced at Xu Ke with a hint of disbelief. Did he really just luck out like a blind cat stumbling upon a dead mouse?
Tang Yingchang, his head slightly bowed, gave a barely perceptible shudder of his shoulders...
But just then, Xu Ke raised an eyebrow. "I don't feel like getting in now."
"Why?"
"Qian'er is right," Xu Ke replied. "Besides, weren't you just saying you didn't welcome me? Why the sudden change of heart? What are you plotting?"
