All along, Lawrence thought that he was just interested in Gawain, a little curiosity, a little affection, and that was all.

So, from beginning to end, Lawrence maintained a relaxed attitude and even played some pranks occasionally.

But now, the regret that was almost suffocating was slowly tearing the heart apart, and the curve of the corners of the mouth seemed to be able to feel the weight of gravity and was almost unable to maintain.

After a slight pause, Lawrence finally spoke, "Do you, do you love her?"

After she said it, Lawrence realized that her throat was dry, her brain had stopped working, and she didn't know where the question came from; she tried her best to force a smile, but she was very sure that her smile was terribly stiff, and for a moment she didn't know whether she should continue to keep it.

but……

Gawain didn't notice at all.

Gawain was immersed in his own thoughts. He did not answer immediately, but thought about it seriously.

Love? Indeed, he and Pulan have been in a relationship, but it hasn’t been long, less than three months at most, so they are still in the honeymoon period.

The key is, has liking developed into love?

Thoughts spread in his mind, quickly occupying his entire brain like a spider web. Even Gawain himself did not realize that a smile gently climbed up the corners of his mouth and bloomed quietly, but he could deeply feel the surge of emotions. Even just thinking about this problem could make him feel happy.

Although Gawain did not answer, Lawrence got the answer from his expression.

Mouth full of bitterness.

Lawrence felt a little regretful. She shouldn't have asked this question, because no matter what the answer was, she would not like it. It would only make herself more embarrassed.

Gawain finally gathered his thoughts and nodded softly, "I am falling."

come down?

——Fall in love.

In an instant, Lawrence understood.

Gawain is honest. He does not deal perfunctorily nor does he tell lies. He is so real and so frank, but it is precisely this sincerity that is the most hurtful: it cuts the Gordian knot.

Without leaving any hope, all relationships were sorted out neatly and simply.

Perhaps, in the eyes of others, this was cruel and did not leave any face for the woman, including Lawrence himself, who was also angry for a moment -

Is it necessary to do this? Is it necessary to go to such lengths? Can't the rejection be more polite and tactful? Are you still worried that she will pester you?

Shame, anger, humiliation, disgrace.

All kinds of emotions surged, but they only lasted for a moment before Lawrence regained his composure.

In fact, if you think about it carefully, this is a gentlemanly move. It avoids lingering connections and drags things out. It is the simplest and quickest way to return to the position of strangers/friends before more emotional connections are established. This is a form of respect and courtesy.

Even so... Lawrence understood all those reasons, but she was rejected in the end. It was such a straightforward way, but the bitterness still spread on the tip of her tongue.

"call."

Lawrence let out a breath calmly.

"Someone said, are you cruel? Not only did you reject me, but you also showed your affection in front of me. Isn't this just rubbing salt into the wound? And after rubbing the salt, you rub it hard again."

Bold, direct, sharp, and a little arrogant.

Lawrence found himself again, the self standing in the center of the spotlight.

Gawain's thoughts were pulled back. He savored Lawrence's words carefully, then chuckled, "Yes, I have heard of it, and more than once."

Lawrence was stunned. “Wait, are you showing off that you have rejected the confessions of countless women?”

...One second, two seconds.

Ha ha!

Gao Wen burst out laughing. "I didn't expect it could be understood this way. As far as I know, most of the people who say I'm cruel behind my back are probably reporters."

Lawrence immediately realized that he had misunderstood. His cheeks were slightly hot, but he refused to admit defeat. "You are not a gentleman at all. You rejected me first and then started to complain. God, I am beginning to doubt my judgment. Why do I find you so attractive?"

"Haha." Gao Wen shrugged lightly, "So, you should thank me for showing you my true face so early so that you can wake up."

Lawrence: ???

"I think you are fooling me." Lawrence is a straightforward person. He says whatever he thinks and complains without hesitation.

The result was that Gawain smiled even more brightly.

Lawrence, a little absent-minded——

Looking at Gao Wen with a bright smile and a cheerful face, his heart skipped a beat again. The throbbing and surging emotions made his heart curl up severely.

Damn it!

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Taking a deep breath, Lawrence pulled the reins on the edge of the cliff and said, "I understand your refusal, but how should we respond to the reporter?"

"I just said I have a crush on you, and you turned around and denied it. What does that mean? Doesn't it make me look like a nymphomaniac? Or, why don't you just announce your relationship directly?"

Lawrence has found his charm again, and his ordinary words are full of aggressive strength.

However, this trick didn't work in front of Gawain.

"That's your problem, not mine." Gao Wen said calmly, "My stance in front of reporters has always been consistent. I don't have anything to explain."

Lawrence was dumbfounded. "I didn't expect you to be such a guy!"

Gao Wen smiled again, "That's why people often say, don't fall in love easily, because you never know what the truth is hidden under the mask."

Plop.

Lawrence looked at the cunning and teasing in Gawain's eyes, her heart pounding against her chest. She shifted her gaze in a panic, but the noise and turbulence returned to her sight again.

At this moment, it was finally possible to see clearly that those faces were watching with curiosity and inquiry. One by one, they stretched their ears and stood on tiptoe to try to eavesdrop on the conversation between the two people; but from their expressions, it seemed that they heard nothing.

Lawrence was a little slow to realize that Gawain had just taken a step forward and whispered in her ear. No wonder no one else around heard anything. She quickly moved some distance away, letting in the air and sunlight. The charm and ambiguity slowly dissipated, and her heartbeat recovered a little.

Maybe this is a good thing, to clarify some facts in public.

Thinking of this, Lawrence turned around and looked at Gawain, regaining his spirits. "Tell me, if I slap you now, what will the entertainment headlines say tomorrow?"

Gao Wen: ...

Does this mean that he got angry because his confession was rejected?

For a moment, Gawain was actually blocked by Lawrence's words.

Lawrence looked at Gawain, who was rarely at a loss for words, and finally let out a long breath. All the dullness, depression, and grievances seemed to disappear, and then a smile bloomed without reservation.

"Ha ha."

Lawrence laughed heartily and made some teasing faces at Gawain.

"Haha, it's rare, really rare. I didn't expect you to have moments like this. I thought you would be able to stay calm no matter what the situation."

This was probably the first time she saw Gawain's panicked expression since the two had clashed many times.