"You can't just mess around with Luo'er." Baiyue's tone was clearly lacking confidence, sounding more like a plea.
"Then it depends on your skills," Tangmo said with a sly smile. "After so many years together, I wouldn't say I fully understand Luo'er, but I know him well enough to understand his limits. I know exactly what to do to make him cave. You're not entirely adept at that, are you? Better hurry up."
"I, I..."
"Stop stuttering. Just tell me—are you going or not? Do you like Luo'er or not? One way or another, let's settle this today. No more ambiguous dragging on," Tangmo said irritably.
"You're trying to steal Luo'er?" Baiyue asked, alarmed.
"That'll depend on your abilities." Tangmo replied matter-of-factly.
"I'm going to tell him how I feel." Baiyue suddenly sounded anxious.
"Then go. Right now. Immediately!" Tangmo said with a smile.
"But..." Baiyue hesitated again.
"Still scared?"