Chapter 320
Yao Xinbo was among them. He and his dance partner approached Tim and Ashley. “Mr. Reed, mind if I borrow your partner for a spin?” His eyes were practically glued to Ashley.
Tim’s face hardened.“I very much mind.”
Yao Xinbo’s face fell. Well, that was that.
At that moment, Ashley heard a voice.“Mrs. Sterling, would you mind if I cut in?” Ashley turned, finding Ji Qingyue’s dance partner addressing her. The woman, pretty and charming, seemed quite interested in Tim.
Ashley smiled, glancing at a slightly stunned Tim.“I don’t mind. But Mr. Ji…?” Ji Qingyue immediately agreed.“I’m fine with it.”
Tim’s jaw dropped. So,*his* opinion didn’t matter? But Ji Qingyue… He had to admit, the a catch. Maybe he’d be a good match for his little apprentice.
With that thought, Tim’s attitude shifted.
The four of them seamlessly executed the exchange.
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Resting her hand on a stranger’s arm and having him near was slightly uncomfortable. Ji Qingyue, however, was a gentleman, his touch light and respectful.
Noticing Ashley’s initial awkwardness, Ji Qingyue sensed an almost naive innocence, a lack of prior romantic experience. Despite their previous encounters, they weren’t truly acquainted. Ji Qingyue introduced himself.“Ji Qingyue. That’s my name.”
After giving herself a few seconds to adjust to the closeness, Ashley replied serenely, “Ashley.” “Ci…” Ji Qingyue paused.“Like the character in ‘‘(cízăo)— meaning flowery_language?”
