At this moment, Yan was quietly hiding in her room. She was hoping that Muzi and the others would not have noticed anything. If they found out that she and Xiao Su kissed, she… wouldn’t know how to face Han Qing again.
Yan leaned her head against the door, attempting to eavesdrop on what everyone outside was talking about. It was a futile attempt—probably due to the distance or the fact that this door had good sound insulation. The most she could hear was the sound of people chatting outside. However, she could not decipher the actual contents of the conversation.
Yan was anxious and annoyed. What’s wrong with Xiao Su? Why did he kiss me all of a sudden? Even though… that kiss was just a light touch. But after that… he seemed to…
Yan felt the blood rush to her cheeks as she thought about that. When it became quiet outside, she felt perturbed. She was curious as to whether or not Han Qing had come back with them, but she felt too guilty to go outside. While she was feeling extremely nervous, a knock came from the door.
Hearing this knock instantly froze Yan. She reflexively straightened her body and remained silent. Who’s that? Who’d knock on my door at this hour?
“We’re safe. Don’t worry.” A familiar voice came from the other side of the door while all these thoughts were going through her mind. That’s… Xiao Su’s voice!
Yan calmed herself down before opening the door. Seeing Xiao Su stand outside of the door, she blinked. “Are you sure we’re safe?”
Xiao Su pursed his thin lips and calmly nodded.
“So… is Han Qing back?”
“Yes.”
Yan had the urge to go and find him. But if I were to go in this current state… he would definitely—
“If you want to go and see him, just go.” Xiao Su interrupted her thoughts while she was hesitant. “He should be leaving soon.”
Upon hearing it, Yan was surprised and decided to turn around to get changed. All of a sudden, she stopped walking. Xiao Su looked at her, slightly confused. “What’s the matter?”
“Forget it.” Yan looked down and stared at her feet helplessly. “I feel like you have a point. Being obsessed with someone has its limit. He never liked me, and he even somewhat dislikes me. If I keep throwing myself at him, it’ll only make him dislike me even more.” Since he was leaving, she should not go to find him and embarrass herself.
Xiao Su remained silent. What he said earlier was out of anger, even though that was also what he genuinely believed. After a few moments of silence, he explained gently, “I had my reasons when I said that. I just don’t want someone I love to get hurt, and I didn’t mean to make you feel bad about yourself.”
Yan froze before she quickly turned around and looked at Xiao Su. “You… What did you just… say?” Someone, I love? Am I hearing it right? Is he confessing to me?
Looking at her doubtful eyes, Xiao Su let out a gentle smile and nodded. “You didn’t hear anything wrong. I really like you.”
Yan replied, “But… how…” She covered her mouth, taking two steps back, and shook her head in denial. “When I asked you about it in the kitchen, didn’t you deny it?” She had felt that, since Xiao Su was a righteous and down-to-earth person, he would not lie to her. That actually made her feel that Xiao Su would never like her. But what about now? He just told her that she was someone he loved—what was this all about?
Everything that happened tonight was too much for Yan. Her mind was all over the place and there was no way for her to clear her head. “At the time, I felt that it wasn’t the time yet.”
And now? Is it time now?
“Now is not the time either. But I’ve kissed you…”
Hearing the word “kiss” gave Yan goosebumps and made her take a few more steps back. This action somewhat disappointed Xiao Su when he noticed it. “I’m sorry; I shouldn’t have mentioned that word. Right now, I just want to explain to you that I can’t help myself when it comes to you, and I have no intentions of humiliating you in any way.”
Yan had finally understood what he was trying to get at, so she turned around. “That’s fine. I understand. You don’t need to explain anything anymore.”
“So are you… still going to be mad at me?” Xiao Su could not help but ask as he looked at her from behind.
This gave Yan the urge to slap him again to wake him up. Didn’t I tell him not to talk about it anymore? Why is he bringing it up again? Is this what a typical straight man is like?
“I don’t have time to talk to you!” After she finished, she proceeded to close the door, leaving Xiao Su outside.
Xiao Su’s initial plan was to test the waters, but he did not expect to get shut outside the door. He stood there and touched his nose, looking somewhat helpless. Whatever. I’ll let her hate me. It’s not like I’ll stay away from her just because she hates me.
While he was deep in thought, he heard something from the other side of the house. He looked back and saw Han Muzi walk out from the room with Han Qing, who was with his suitcase. Han Qing did not bring any suitcases with him when he arrived, but after a few days’ stay, he bought a suitcase, some clothes to change, and a notebook—all of which were now packed in the suitcase.
Since they were acquainted, Xiao Su would have to go over and bid him farewell. “President Han, are you leaving tonight?”
Hearing his voice, Han Qing threw a glance at him, and both of their eyes met. “Mm-hmm. I’m planning on staying at the hotel near the airport tonight.”
“He has an early flight tomorrow, so it’s more convenient to stay somewhere closer,” Han Muzi explained on behalf of Han Qing.
“I see. Let me drive you there then, President Han.”
“It’s okay, Xiao Su. You should go and get some rest. I’ll ask Moxuan to drive Qing.” It should be Ye Moxuan’s job, after all.
“Young Master Ye hasn’t been feeling too well these couple of days, and also, it’s late now. Please let me do it.” Xiao Su did not try to get involved in this on purpose, but he was genuinely worried about Ye Moxuan’s health.
When Han Muzi heard Xiao Su mention Ye Moxuan’s health, she felt that he had a point. But…
“Sure. I do apologize for troubling you,” Han Qing responded on behalf of Han Muzi while she was still deciding.
“Qing…”
“It’s okay. He can send me to the airport next time. There’s plenty of opportunities in the future for him to impress me. Why are you worried?”
She did not expect him to see through her. Han Muzi indeed wanted Ye Moxuan to get on the good side of her brother—at least when it came to basic etiquettes. But who knew…
“Alright. I’ll be leaving now.” After Han Qing nodded at Xiao Su, he was getting ready to leave.
At this moment, Ye Moxuan came out and commented blandly, “Let me go with you guys.”
Bang! Yan, at this time, also dashed out of her room. “I-I’m going too!”
Han Muzi was surprised. Does this mean everyone is going? She froze for a moment before asking, “Don’t we need… another vehicle?”
