Xiao Man leaned back, resting her face against one hand, and said, "They’ve just found a perfect outlet."

She gazed out of the window.

"Miss Xiao," Su Qing said, "Not everyone thinks that way. For instance, I think it doesn’t matter. The past can only be called the past, it can’t be used as a weapon to criticize the present. I believe, if I can think this way, your fans certainly think even more deeply, right? Perhaps things aren’t as bad as we imagine."

Xiao Man smiled briefly: "That is quite comforting. But, it hardly matters anymore. The days ahead are bound to be rough."

"Sister Man, why not... take this time to go see Li Sinian? You would be safest by his side."

Due to the sensitive period, promotional activities for the new drama had also halted.

This would likely be a downtime for Xiao Man, so Qianxun felt that it was a good time for her to travel abroad and unwind.

"Sure," Xiao Man smiled generously, "I’ve always been too busy before, constantly on schedules, never had the time to roam around. There likely will be a long period when I have nothing to do, taking the time to vacation wherever I wanted to go, mmm... sounds nice, beautiful."

Seeing Xiao Man’s optimistic demeanor, Qianxun sighed inwardly.

Such a good-natured girl.

It’s unfortunate, having endured those things, and even being captured on camera.

Qianxun always believed there must be a reason behind it.

"However, that would have to wait until after you and his wedding."

She knew the wedding was planned for next week, on an auspicious day. If missed, due to various reasons later this year, they would have to wait until after the new year, a half-year’s wait, Gu Liancheng probably couldn’t wait that long.

Hence, this week he not only had to handle her matters but also find time to prepare for their wedding.

"Drop me off up ahead," Xiao Man pointed to an intersection in front of them.

"Ah? Sister Man, where are you going?"

"Some errands."

Su Qing obeyed her request, stopping at the intersection.

Xiao Man got out of the car, bent over and smiled at Qianxun, "Remember, don’t come looking for me during this time. I’ll handle my things myself. The hot potato is too burning, and I fear it would scorch your tender skin, and Mr. Gu might hold me accountable later."

"I won’t..." Qianxun laughed awkwardly.

"Dear, don’t worry about me, I’m safe," Xiao Man then told Su Qing, "Assistant Su, please take your lady home and let her rest well."

"Alright," Su Qing was not unduly concerned about things he shouldn’t be, "Then, Miss Xiao, take care yourself."

Su Qing thought their worries were unfounded, Li Sinian would ensure Xiao Man’s safety through his men, even if not present in Xicheng.

Nothing should go wrong at the moment.

Indeed, after he drove a distance and looked in the rearview mirror again, there was already a black sedan parked beside Xiao Man.

"Madam, someone has already gone to pick up Miss Xiao, you can relax now."

"But my eyelid keeps twitching... I don’t know if that’s a good or bad sign." 𝘧𝓇ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝘣𝓃ℴ𝓋𝑒𝑙.𝑐𝘰𝑚

"Don’t worry, it’s fine."

...

"Miss Xiao, please get in the car."

Lake got out and opened the car door for Xiao Man.

Lake never paid attention to gossip news, nor did he use Weibo. He was a rather staid man, Xiao Man rarely saw him with his phone, his focus wasn’t on those things.

He was essentially her personal bodyguard, his only task probably being to ensure her safety.