Xie Lian leapt to his feet and backed off a few feet, apologizing as he did so. “I’m sorry! I’m sorry!”
Lang Ying stared at Hua Cheng, seeming extremely frightened, and rushed toward Xie Lian to hide behind him.
Xie Lian shielded him and said, “San Lang, allow me to explain.”
“Mmm. I’m waiting,” Hua Cheng responded.
“Wait, shouldn’t it be the opposite?” Shi Qingxuan spoke up. “He should be the one who owes you an explanation! He’s the one responsible for the missing heavenly official! Be wary, Your Highness!”