allonlinenovel Chapter 1149 What You Say, You Do
Chapter 1149 What You Say, You Do
Xu Tian sat quietly to the side, listening to Itai Yuta reprimand Shen Suqiu without interrupting or showing any dissatisfaction.
His expression remained calm, as if the "stupid cousin" that Yudai Itai was talking about was not him at all.
But in reality, his brain was working at lightning speed, memorizing every word Yudai Itai said and carefully analyzing the information within.
He could clearly hear in Itai Yuta's words a mixture of anger at her incompetence, concern for Shen Suqiu's safety, and extreme anxiety about the matter being leaked.
Although this man was short-tempered and had a sharp tongue, his feelings for Shen Suqiu were clearly not simply about using her; there was also a complex sense of protectiveness involved.
He knew he couldn't let Yuta Itai continue scolding him.
Shen Suqiu's mental fortitude was clearly on the verge of collapse; if she continued to be subjected to such intense pressure, she might completely break down.
Moreover, Yudai Itai is currently in a state of rage, his emotions are completely out of control, and he is prone to impulsive words and actions, which may lead him to do some irrational things.
He had to find a way to calm down Itai Yuta, or at least stabilize the current situation.
Thinking of this, Xu Tian slowly stood up.
His movements were slow and gentle, without the slightest aggression, to avoid arousing Itai Yuta's suspicion.
Then, he silently took half a step forward, and in an extremely natural protective posture, he slightly turned his body to stand between Shen Suqiu and the furious Itagaki Yudai.
He was taller and bigger than Yuta Itai, and although his block seemed insignificant in the face of Yuta Itai's imposing aura, it clearly conveyed his attitude.
“Mr. Banjing.” Xu Tian spoke slowly, his tone as calm as a deep pool, without the slightest panic or fear.
He spoke in Japanese, his accent soft and sweet, yet his pronunciation perfectly standard, with a perfectly measured hint of probing: "Please calm down."
Suqiu is still young, just out of school, and inexperienced in the ways of the world. She doesn't think things through properly, so it's inevitable that she will make some mistakes.
Don't take it to heart; it's not worth ruining your health."
Yudai Itai had just vented some of his pent-up anger with his outburst, but his fury had not diminished at all.
Upon hearing Xu Tian's voice, he turned his head sharply, his gaze like a knife chilled to ice, instantly locking onto Xu Tian. His eyes scrutinized him from head to toe, as if examining a piece of merchandise or assessing the threat level of an enemy.
The man before me wore an ordinary gray long gown, the fabric worn but clean and tidy, his hair neatly combed, not a single hair out of place. His expression was calm, his eyes clear, and he looked like an ordinary citizen or a schoolteacher, exuding a gentle, scholarly air. He didn't seem like a threatening person at all.
But Yudai Banji knew in his heart that this seemingly mild and harmless man had just managed to get Shen Suqiu to reveal the truth with just a few words.
Such people are the most terrifying.
They may appear gentle, but they are actually meticulous, have excellent observation skills, and are extremely adept at exploiting people's psychological weaknesses, achieving their goals without making a sound.
Yudai Itai was secretly on guard; this Xu Tian was definitely not simple.
Banji Yudai's gaze lingered on Xu Tian's face for a long time, trying to find a flaw in his calm expression, but Xu Tian's eyes remained clear and calm, without the slightest evasion or panic, as if he were just an ordinary cousin who cared about his cousin.
Yudai Itai's suspicions deepened. He spoke slowly, his tone still icy and piercing, carrying a strong sense of scrutiny: "You are Xu Tian?"
"Yes, I am Xu Tian." Xu Tian nodded slightly, his tone still calm, without the slightest arrogance or timidity. He bowed slightly, his posture very humble, with just the right amount of gratitude: "Mr. Banjing, thank you very much for saving me."
"If it weren't for you, Suqiu and I don't know what would have happened to us. I will remember this kindness."
Yudai Itai frowned but did not reply.
Seeing that Itai Yudai neither refuted nor continued to get angry, Xu Tian knew that he had taken the right first step.
He continued, his tone still cautious, with a hint of probing and sincerity: "Mr. Itai, rest assured, I am a sensible person. I will not reveal a single word of what I heard here today to anyone."
After a pause, Xu Tian turned his gaze to Shen Suqiu, who was hiding behind him, with a genuine worry in his eyes: "Suqiu is my cousin. We grew up together since we were little. I watched her grow up."
I will only protect her, I will never harm her. No matter what she gets involved in, all I want is for her to be safe and sound.
Then, he turned his gaze back to Yuta Itai, adding a touch of appropriate flattery to his tone: "Moreover, I also know that you are very good to Suqiu and genuinely want to help her."
If you didn't genuinely want to help her, you wouldn't have risked your life to save us.
Being able to step forward at a time like this shows that you are a person who values relationships.
Mr. Itai, I trust your character.
Xu Tian's words were watertight, clearly expressing his stance that he would not reveal the secret and would protect Shen Suqiu, while also subtly praising Ban Jingyu, giving him a way out.
He knew that confronting someone with a volatile temper like Itai Yuta head-on would be absolutely futile and would only backfire, completely ruining the situation.
Only by being gentle, going along with his temper, and letting him feel your sincerity and harmlessness can you calm him down and create conditions for subsequent communication.
Looking into Xu Tian's calm and sincere eyes, and listening to his clear and humble words, Yudai Itai's anger actually subsided a little.
He had to admit that Xu Tian's attitude was sincere enough that he didn't seem to be lying.
In particular, the phrase "a person who values loyalty and righteousness" perfectly captured the essence of Yutaka Itai's thoughts.
Although he was ruthless and short-tempered, he was still a young man who valued loyalty and righteousness to the core.
Yudai Itai remained silent for a moment, his anger gradually subsiding and replaced by a calm and thoughtful assessment.
"You know that much." Yudai Itai's tone finally softened a bit, but it still carried an unquestionable authority, as if he were issuing a final ultimatum.
"Xu Tian, I'm warning you, if you dare to reveal even a single word about what happened today, no matter who you are, where you are, or who's behind you, I will not let you off the hook."
"I, Yuta Itai, mean what I say."
His voice wasn't loud, but every word carried a heavy weight and was full of threat.
The sharpness in his eyes remained undiminished, as if telling Xu Tian that if he broke his promise, devastating consequences awaited him.