The King’s Enchanting
Chapter 404 - 410: Invitation (4)

Chapter 404: Chapter 410: Invitation (4)

Situ Xuan stood there, neither overly enthusiastic nor lacking in the maturity and demeanor of a seasoned man. He simply smiled and spoke warmly, "You’re welcome."

No sooner had he spoken those words than Yu Zexiao’s eyes darkened, and without another word, he reached out and pinched the tender flesh at her waist.

Ouch! Jian Anning almost screamed out loud, turning back to glare at him fiercely. Yu Zexiao, however, remained expressionless and simply said, "Let’s go."

Situ Xuan, as if he hadn’t heard, smiled at her and said, "I’m sorry that because of me, your clothes got dirty. Would I have the honor of accompanying you to buy clothes tomorrow? Consider it an apology."

His voice was deep and even, unhurried and serious, making it seem as if he really had her best interests at heart.

Feeling even guiltier, Jian Anning said, "How could I allow that? After all, I was the one who got you involved. We were both unfairly scolded by those two people."

"If you say that, then you’re not treating me like a friend," Situ Xuan said with a smile that was small yet perfectly measured. It was warm like a spring breeze without seeming arrogant or obsequious.

Moreover, his words always carried a gentle authority, compelling people to unconsciously agree to his requests.

"She’s not available!" Yu Zexiao had a strong dislike for Situ Xuan. He couldn’t pinpoint the reason, but seeing him act so tenderly toward his assistant irked him!

He knew they were at an event and couldn’t overdo it to avoid media attention. He just assertively positioned himself in front of her, as if to protect her, chin tilted up as he said, "I have to work tomorrow, and she is my assistant! Naturally, she can only follow me!"

Situ Xuan gave him a faint glance with his slate-blue eyes, showing an attitude of complete disregard. Then, gracefully, he pulled out his phone and, in front of Yu Zexiao, made a call.

Yu Zexiao frowned, unsure of what Situ Xuan was up to. The phone was quickly answered, and it was noisy on the other end, but Situ Xuan had put it on speaker, allowing everyone to hear clearly, "Mr. Situ, what can I do for you?"

It was Director Li’s voice, slightly slurred, indicating he had been drinking.

"Here’s the thing," Situ Xuan began calmly, "Most of the leading actors and key members of the production team have attended the Shangcheng Film Festival today. Although our shooting schedule is tight, without efficiency, one can’t produce a good drama. I suggest we take a half-day off tomorrow morning to let everyone rest well and then get back to shooting in the afternoon with renewed energy."

Although he spoke with utmost politeness, his tone was undeniably authoritative! Director Li was taken aback; he had indeed drunk quite a bit that night, and shooting while hungover was a hassle. With the big boss speaking up, what was there to discuss? He readily agreed, "Alright, then I’ll have my assistant pass on the message."

"Hmm," Situ Xuan said as he snapped his phone shut, his slate-blue eyes twinkling before he glanced at Jian Anning again, "So Miss Jian, do you have time tomorrow morning?"

"You!—" Yu Zexiao could never have imagined that Situ Xuan would dare to undermine him at such a moment, and it infuriated him beyond measure!

Jian Anning was in a quandary.

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