Li Ji took in every glance exchanged between the two women.
After Miss Lan left, Li Ji sized Hua Manman up and spoke coolly. "I really underestimated you. It's only been a day, and you've already gotten so familiar with her."
Hua Manman grinned. "I'm just trying to help you with your troubles, my Prince!"
Li Ji scoffed, dismissing her sweet talk.
Hua Manman sidled up to him, massaging his shoulders and legs as she coaxed him in a gentle tone.
"Didn't you tell me you wanted to investigate Miss Lan's background? Now that I'm on good terms with her, she won't be as guarded around me. That will make it much more convenient to investigate later on."
This was the excuse she had prepared in advance.
'In reality, she just didn't want to go to class and had deliberately found an excuse to sneak out to shop and have fun.'
'Turns out skipping class felt amazing!'
'She decided she would skip class again tomorrow!'
Li Ji heard her little scheme loud and clear and immediately sneered.
