As the words fell, Li Jing said nothing, and Yang Xiaoxiu lowered her head even further, not daring to look up and meet his eyes.
It wasn't until she couldn't bear the pressure of his silence anymore that she gripped the hem of her clothes tightly, mustering the courage to explain and plead, "Brother Jing, I really have no money left. I had no choice but to do this..."
Li Jing's gaze remained fixed on her, observing for a long time before confirming that she wasn't acting or pretending to be pitiful in front of him. Only then did he call over the production assistant in charge of daily affairs.
The production assistant, upon understanding the situation, looked at Yang Xiaoxiu incredulously, and then respectfully smiled at Li Jing, saying: "Brother Jing, I got it, I'll order one less serving next time, ensuring no food goes to waste."
