Mr. Zhou was not pleased with her remarks. “Listen to yourself. I was only discharged because there is nothing wrong with me anymore. Why do I need my daughter to take care of me while I’m there? Plus, how can I not go when something this big has happened to President Ye?”
“Enough. It’s enough that Yan is there. You’ll just cause more trouble if you go.”
Mr. Zhou was speechless. He waved his hand in displeasure. He wanted to go against her, but he did not know how to deal with her either.
Yan, who had been listening at the side, consoled, “Mom is right, Dad. It won’t be convenient for you to go now that it’s so late. I’ll still have to find a way to send you home later. It’ll be very troublesome to go back and forth. Wait until tomorrow if you’re really worried about Young Master Ye. Rest tonight and go to the hospital tomorrow.” Without waiting for his response, Yan carried her bag and took Little Bean’s hand.
“Sorry for troubling you with the shop, Mom, Dad. I’ll head off to the hospital with Little Bean now.”
Little Bean waved at them. Yan had just walked out of the door of the shop and got ready to start the car when she saw a familiar figure in front of her. “Xiao Su? What are you doing here?” Shouldn’t he be at the hospital now?
When Xiao Su heard her voice, he turned around and gave a warm smile. “I knew you would be worried, so I came back to get you guys when I had time.” He said ‘you guys’ and not ‘you’, so he would not burden Yan. Moreover, she was rushing to go to the hospital but she did not know which hospital it was. It was convenient to have someone bring her there; she did not have to make any phone calls either. “Get in the car.”
After they got in the car, Yan placed Little Bean next to her. The weather was still cold lately, so she worried that Little Bean would catch a cold. She even checked him over several times before they left. “You can lie on my lap and sleep for a while if you’re tired. I’ll wake you up when we get there.”
Little Bean rubbed his eyes. “I’m not tired, Aunt Yan.”
Yan smiled at him affectionately, then cradled his head. “Good boy.” She snapped her head up as she remembered something. “Wait. If you’re here, then isn’t Muzi at the hospital by herself? She’s pregnant. How—”
“I wouldn’t do something so irresponsible. Someone is with Young Lady Ye now.” Otherwise, how could I just run out of there like that? It was only because someone was looking after Young Lady Ye that Xiao Su left the hospital.
Someone is with her? “Who?” Only the three of them left earlier. If Xiao Su is here now, then who else is there with Muzi? A name appeared in her mind. It must be him. He always took great care when it came to Muzi.
Xiao Su, who was driving at the front, suddenly fell quiet at her question. He responded to her a while later, “Han Qing.”
Han Qing. Those two words hit her at the same time. She looked out the window and did not speak anymore. I already decided to avoid him. Who knew I would bump into him again later? However, she was there to see Muzi and Young Master Ye. It did not matter to her who else was there. She just had to act like nothing was wrong.
Since that person’s name was mentioned, it fell silent in the car for a long time. Xiao Su felt slightly agonized. He knew that that name had other implications for her. Why did I bring him up? But she did ask me so I had to answer her. Am I too dumb? He remained awkward all the way to the hospital until they got out of the car. “I’ll take you guys up.”
…
“Don’t worry too much. The doctor says he’s fine now so rest assured.” Along the corridor in the hospital, Han Qing was still comforting his sister.
Han Muzi smiled at him and nodded. “Mm.”
Seeing her like that made Han Qing frown. “You don’t have to be strong and force a smile in front of me.”
“I’m not, Qing. I’m just worried about him.” Even though the doctor said there were no major issues with him, he still needed to be under observation for 24 hours. However, the most crucial bit was that they did not know when he would wake up. Under observation for 24 hours. Everyone knew what that meant. They’re saying that within the next 24 hours, Ye Moxuan’s condition might change again. They just don’t know what will happen. Whether it’ll be good or bad.
Feeling exhausted, Han Muzi shut her eyes.
“I’ll send you home tonight and have Mr. Nan bring you back to the hospital early tomorrow morning.”
“No.” Han Muzi shook her head. “I want to stay here and be with him.”
“Muzi,” Han Qing said her name in a stricter tone. “You’re pregnant, and it’s cold today. He has to be observed for 24 hours. Do you really want to stay here with him for 24 hours?”
“Yes.” She nodded her head with no hesitation. Han Qing was exasperated and wanted to say something when she suddenly stood up. “I’m sorry, Qing. But I don’t want to go back. Stop trying to convince me. I’m going to the bathroom.” With that, she walked straight to the women’s bathroom without looking back. Han Qing could not go in with her, so he just leaned against the wall and waited for her.
Thud, thud, thud. Several sets of urgent and disordered footsteps were heard. Han Qing turned his head slightly to the side. The figures of three people were now in the corridor that was empty just a moment ago.
Xiao Su was in front while Yan was at the back holding Little Bean’s hand. The three of them made their way toward him in a uniform manner. The light pulled Yan’s and Xiao Su’s shadows together into one. Seeing that, Han Qing’s deep eyes narrowed and a sense of hostility flashed across his eyes briefly.
Yan already decided to go to Muzi the moment she arrived, but she did not expect to see Han Qing alone in the empty corridor—his tall and sturdy body leaning against the wall looked rather lonely. She only took one glance at him then quickly looked away to find Han Muzi.
Even though she did not see Han Muzi, she did not ask Han Qing about it. On the other hand, Little Bean, who was beside her, took his cue and called out, “Uncle Qing.”
“Mm.” Han Qing nodded and explained, “Your mommy went to the bathroom.”
“Uncle Qing. How is my daddy?”
“He’s still in there. He needs to be under observation for 24 hours.” His voice and tone were monotonous. There was not a bit of emotion in them.
Xiao Su and Han Qing made eye contact momentarily before they broke it off. Han Qing pursed his lips and was unsure of where to look. The awkward silence from the car earlier was now in the corridor.
Little Bean became mentally tired as he looked at the three adults in front of him. After he made Aunt Yan sad, he did not dare to speak or do anything carelessly anymore. He used to think he was very clever, but now he realized he was completely clueless when it came to adults’ feelings and emotions.
Hmph! Bad Daddy. Why is he in the hospital now when he was fine earlier? Moreover, Mommy is not here either…
