Cheng Xi opened the door and Lin Fan entered, hugging her before saying, “I missed you so much. Even if I get mad in the future, I won’t ever ignore you again. It wasn’t as much a punishment for you, as it was one for me.” He then lowered his head and looked at the ingredients by her feet, smiling. “Steak? Do you need any help?”

But when he saw Cheng Xi’s look, he asked, “What’s the matter?”

Cheng Xi opened her mouth, but nothing came out.

Lin Fan released her. “Did something come up?”

This was the first time she had ever truly been at a loss for words. “Lin Fan,” She grasped his hands and strugglingly pushed out, “I’m sorry. I can’t have dinner with you today.”

Lin Fan chuckled lightheartedly. “You really scared me with your severe look and everything. It’s just a meal. What’s the big deal? Is Jiaman acting up again?”

“Not her.”

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