So they gave him the illusion of choice. And Jian Ci, for once, had looked relieved.
Jian Rui took another sip of coffee. "You were a real brat yesterday, you know that?"
Jian Ci turned, arms crossed, sarcasm already loaded. "Forgive me for being this way. I didn't choose this life."
Jian Rui chuckled as he turned to leave, the door already half-open. But then he paused, glanced back over his shoulder, and said casually, "Just a heads up, Yu Xi went to see his new boyfriend last night. So don't disturb him."
Jian Ci blinked. "Oh." It was a simple word, but it carried weight. He knew why Jian Rui was telling him. It wasn't just a warning, it was a reminder. A gentle nudge to keep his emotions in check.
