Chapter 84

In the time it took to speak, the plump woman who had previously claimed Shen Tang was the mistress thought she could slip away unnoticed in the chaos, but she was alerted by a passerby who wanted to watch the drama unfold or perhaps had good intentions.

"Famous star, she's getting away!"

Shen Tang turned her head just in time to see the woman sneaking off furtively.

"Where are you going? Feeling guilty?"

The woman acted tough, "What do I have to feel guilty about? Hehe, whoever did something wrong knows it in their heart."

Shen Tang nodded, "You're right, then you should be clear about the consequences of spreading rumors, no?"

As she spoke, she took out her phone and started tapping on it.

The woman nervously asked, "What are you doing?"

"Calling the police. I can't bear this mistress reputation."

The woman gulped, "Is calling the police necessary?"

By this point, most onlookers had figured out what was going on.

Some supported Shen Tang calling the police, while others thought she was making a mountain out of a molehill.

But Shen Tang didn't care what others thought. She was going to use legal means to uphold her rights.

Just then, Gu Huaian came back surrounded by a group of people.

"What's going on?" Gu Huaian coldly glanced around. "Someone bullied you?"

The color drained from the woman's face. She would recognize that face even if it turned to ash.

What was his relationship to this woman?

The woman now deeply regretted recklessly defaming someone without getting the facts straight. She was stuck in a dilemma.

She looked pleadingly at Shen Tang, appearing extremely pathetic.

"I..."

Shen Tang waved her hand, "It's nothing, just a misunderstanding."

The woman was pathetically grateful, "Yes yes, just a misunderstanding..."

She called the salesperson over, "Get this young lady's purchases today on my tab...uh, I have to go, bye now..."

"No need to go overboard, just paying for this skirt is fine."

"Yes yes, I'll pay right away."

The woman paid and hurried off.

This time, Shen Tang didn't try to stop her.

However, she had no intention of taking the woman's money.

It wasn't like she couldn't afford it herself.

Alright, she could afford it, but after buying it she'd be broke.

Shen Tang peeked out from behind Gu Huaian and shyly asked, "Sister, what's your name? I'm Shen Tang."

"You can call me Sister Lan."

"Sister Lan! You're so gorgeous!"

The woman glanced smugly at Gu Huaian. "Thanks for the compliment. You're very cute too. Have a seat, I'll go make you something to eat."

"Thank you, Sister Lan!"

After the woman left, Shen Tang couldn't hold back anymore and excitedly stomped her feet, whispering loudly, "Ahhh, did you hear that? Sister Lan called me cute!"

Gu Huaian: "..."

He didn't really understand. "Is it that big of a deal?"

"Of course it's a big deal! Getting complimented by a girl, it's totally cheating!"

Thinking of that woman's character, Gu Huaian suddenly regretted coming here. He had the feeling he personally led his lamb to the big bad wolf.

Oh right, forgot to mention, although the woman is biologically female, she likes other females.

This was also one of the reasons Gu Huaian was able to maintain a long friendship with her.

After all, back then he had no interest in women, while she had no interest in men.

After waiting a while, Sister Lan came out carrying a tray. She placed the items in front of Shen Tang one by one.

"These are my homemade candied fruits and pastries. Try them first to see if you like them."

Shen Tang looked at the pretty desserts, reluctant to ruin them.

"So beautiful..."

"Go on, try them. See if you like the taste."

Shen Tang's eyes lit up. She finally picked a peach blossom-shaped pastry. It was soft and sticky, mildly sweet, with a hint of peach aroma.

"So yummy! Sister Lan, your skills are just too good!"

Sister Lan smiled. "If you like it, have more. I'll pack some for you later too."

"That's...probably not appropriate..."

It didn't seem right to eat it now and take it to go.

"It's no problem. Someone's paying anyway."

Shen Tang looked at Gu Huaian and blinked, as if asking: Is it okay?

Gu Huaian pinched the bridge of his nose. "It's fine, take as much as you want."

Sister Lan waved a finger. "Not too much, but if little sister likes it, I can give them all to you."

Shen Tang blushed and nodded.

Ever since coming here, the heat hadn't left her cheeks.

Girls really were the most wonderful creatures in the world!