章 74: The essence of falling in love

"Sister, do you know anyone who's racing today?" Qi Jinli asked slowly as they walked to their seats, his voice filled with a curiosity that matched the gleam in his eyes.

Qi Jianyi shook her head, forcing a smile that didn't quite reach her eyes. "No, how could I possibly know anyone in this industry?" she replied, the question striking her as oddly misplaced.

"But didn't you say you've been here before?" Qi Jinlu tilted his head, brows furrowed in confusion.

"I came to watch, not to make friends with the racers," she shot back, rolling her eyes at the implication. 

When had she ever claimed to know anyone here? This was the first time she had stepped into this place in this world, and the feeling of unfamiliarity gnawed at her.

"Just focus on the race and keep your mouth shut," she added as they finally settled into their seats.