Chapter 65

He Qingmo relayed Yang Han’s message, but Fan Xing was too preoccupied with worry to think much about Fan Meixi. He expressed concern, saying, “I thought Senior Brother Lu Chi was doing well today. It turns out I was too optimistic.”

He Qingmo reached out to ruffle his hair, smiling, “No need to be blindly pessimistic either. The situation isn’t as bad as you imagine. At least, he is still willing to attend the appointments on time, which leaves room for improvement. Besides, it’s rare for us to go out for a meal together. Let’s not talk about others; the husband might not be happy.”

He Qingmo didn’t want Fan Xing to feel upset, so he smoothly changed the topic.

Moreover, he recalled Yang Han’s words from earlier. Although he knew that the other Lu Chi was unlikely to be a threat to him, Fan Xing had invested too much time and energy into him. Even on weekends, he accompanied Lu Chi to see a psychologist. He couldn’t help but feel a bit annoyed.

Fan Xing, being intelligent, sensed his underlying tone. He immediately leaned over, kissed him on the cheek, and tenderly said, “Let’s not talk about him. By the way, it was my first time seeing your company. Online says you designed the building yourself. Is that true? I don’t know much about architecture, but it looks really nice. Brother, aren’t you studying computer science? Why are you into architecture design?”

“Am I impressive?” The man seemed pleased with Fan Xing’s change in attitude, raising an eyebrow somewhat arrogantly.

Fan Xing nodded, looking genuinely serious, “Yes, Brother is really amazing!”

The man was slightly taken aback, turning to meet the bright and shiny eyes of the little one. Only then did he confirm that Fan Xing’s admiration was genuine, and he felt a hint of pride and satisfaction.

A smile unconsciously spread across his face, exuding a subtly sweet flavor that even he didn’t notice.

Then, he suddenly hit the brakes without warning, bringing the car to a stop on the side of the road.

Thinking they had arrived, Fan Xing turned to look outside. However, before he could react, the man caught his chin and swiftly pressed his lips against his.

With his clear, big eyes, Fan Xing blinked in confusion. The man had already leaned in, pinning him against the seat, and the kiss grew deeper.

Fan Xing closed his eyes, wrapping his arms around the man’s neck to respond.

However, the man intensified the kiss, almost sucking all the air out of him.

Inevitably, sounds of distress escaped from his throat. Finally, the man let him go, pressing his forehead against Fan Xing’s. With a husky voice, he said, “Fan Xing, how can this little one be so good at teasing?”

With perplexity in his bright eyes, Fan Xing breathed irregularly, not quite grasping the man’s meaning. He only felt that a large hand had been doing something indecent on his body.

Frozen, he looked at the man with a confused expression, his eyes filled with disbelief.

However, the man’s actions became even more unrestrained.

Fan Xing quickly pressed down the man’s mischievous hands, looking pitifully at him. With a voice filled with moisture, he said, “Brother…”

The tender and innocent appearance of the little white rabbit made the man itch even more. He really wanted to settle the matter right then and there.

However, the little one had a thin face. It would be troublesome if the little one got angry with him for doing such a thing openly on the roadside.

So, the man could only settle for a few more caresses and let him go.

In fact, He Qingmo wasn’t the type to be affectionate anytime, anywhere. But Fan Xing had unexpectedly praised him so sincerely, looking at him with starry eyes. After not seeing him for a week, how could he withstand such teasing?

Fan Xing was unaware of his thoughts, just relieved that he had escaped a crisis. He secretly sighed, thinking that he should avoid talking to He Qingmo in the car in the future. Otherwise, it would be too dangerous.

He didn’t know what he said that made He Qingmo think he was teasing him. Perhaps he should just keep his mouth shut and talk less.

However, it was not very effective. When He Qingmo returned home that night, he took advantage of the unfinished business in the car and claimed everything back, both principal and interest.

The next day, Fan Xing felt sore and didn’t want to get out of bed. However, he received a call from Gu Mingyu, inviting him to meet.

“What’s the matter? Tell me over the phone.” Fan Xing didn’t want to have any connection with their family, especially since he had little contact with Gu Mingyu. There was no need for it now.

“Are you busy? I can come to you. You just need to spare a few minutes to meet with me.” Gu Mingyu’s tone was much better than the previous times when he met Fan Xing.

Fan Xing still didn’t want to talk much with him, saying, “Did… my mother ask you to find me? Please convey a message: I made it clear last time, and I hope she won’t do such things again. If there’s nothing else, I’ll hang up. Goodbye!”

“Hey!” Gu Mingyu quickly stopped him, “Wait. It’s true that my mother asked me to find you, but I also… wanted to apologize and thank you. I misunderstood you last time, and I’m sorry. You saved me, and I want to thank you.”

His tone was awkward, probably not used to saying such things.

Fan Xing didn’t mind, responding casually, “It’s nothing. Don’t worry about it.”

Anyway, Fan Xing didn’t dwell on it himself, whether it was Gu Mingyu apologizing or expressing gratitude. He wasn’t bothered by it.

Gu Mingyu remained silent for a while, seemingly lost in thought. After a moment, he spoke, “I know you must be angry with Mom in your heart. I saw it last time at the hospital. If it were me, I would be angry too. But can’t you try to see it from her perspective? She has been longing for you to come back all these years. Have you given her a chance? After being apart for so many years, feelings have faded a bit, and she subconsciously leans towards me. Isn’t that human nature? Moreover, she genuinely regrets and blames herself now. All she wants is to see you and apologize. Can’t you give her a chance? After all, she gave birth to you. Without her, there wouldn’t be you! How can you be so heartless?”

Fan Xing chuckled and shook his head, asking Gu Mingyu, “Do you know the real purpose of my mother finding me? You don’t know. And you don’t need to know. It’s not related to you, and you shouldn’t concern yourself with it. Now, I have things to do. I’ll hang up.”

After hanging up, Fan Xing realized that He Qingmo had come over at some point. Seeing him end the call, He Qingmo approached and sat down on the bedside, asking softly, “Gu Mingyu?”

Fan Xing nodded, “Yes.” After that, he sighed helplessly and got out of bed.

He had a slight headache. Didn’t he make things clear with Fan Meixi last time? Shouldn’t they stop contacting each other?

He Qingmo followed him into the bathroom, leaning against the door while watching him brush his teeth and wash up, not saying a word.

He knew why Fan Meixi regarded Fan Xing as a lifesaver. Given the current situation of the Gu family, if Fan Xing continued to withhold their support, they would likely face bankruptcy soon. Fan Xing probably guessed this, but he never asked, and he never showed any intention of helping the Gu family.

He Qingmo always thought that Fan Xing was very kind, but this kindness wasn’t the type without principles. It was a kindness that treated others with the utmost goodwill but had boundaries and principles.

When his goodwill was exhausted, he would decisively turn away and never look back.

This was good.

A gentle smile unconsciously curved at the corners of He Qingmo’s mouth.

After Fan Xing finished washing up and turned back, he was greeted by a sea of tender eyes. He couldn’t help but be surprised, and his heart thumped. Then, he suddenly remembered something, recoiled a bit, and looked at He Qingmo warily. “Brother, what… what do you want to do?”

It was understandable for him to react this way. Since they had broken through that barrier between them, He Qingmo would often pounce on him without warning.

Originally, it was fine. They were married, loved each other, and naturally, certain things would happen. Even if Fan Xing had a thin face, he had to admit that he enjoyed being close to He Qingmo.

But not now; his back was still sore.

He Qingmo teased him intentionally, pouncing on him, hugging him, and giving him kisses on his face and neck. Fan Xing, feeling miserable like a cat seeking mercy, begged him with his eyes. Only then did He Qingmo contentedly carry him downstairs for lunch.

After eating lunch, Fan Xing rested for a while and then returned to school.

The final exams were approaching, and he needed to spend more time on his studies. Moreover, studying medicine was already more demanding than other majors. He naturally put in more effort.

So, for the next period, his main focus was on studying. He Qingmo knew that Fan Xing was always serious about his studies and was very cooperative. He wouldn’t disturb him unnecessarily.

What surprised Fan Xing even more was that, apart from the phone call from Gu Mingyu that day, Fan Meixi hadn’t come to find him again.

He initially thought he would need to spend more energy dealing with her, but it turned out he was overly concerned.

This is even better.

Of course, no matter how busy he was, Fan Xing never forgot to accompany Lu Chi to see the psychologist on time. Lu Chi never refused, often expressing how easy it was to talk to Yang Han during those sessions. Despite this, based on Yang Han’s feedback, Lu Chi still didn’t cooperate with the treatment and was unwilling to reveal his true problems.

However, apart from this abnormality, everything else on Lu Chi’s side seemed normal. The concern about him seeking revenge on Xiao Yu using any means also never materialized. It seemed like Lu Chi was occupied with his own graduation matters and had no extra energy to spare.

Fan Xing began to think that maybe they were all overly suspicious. Perhaps Lu Chi’s reluctance during the therapy sessions with Yang Han was just his instinctive reaction, not his true intention. Lu Chi was willing to participate in the treatment; it was just his subconscious resisting, something he couldn’t control.

If that were the case, things would be much simpler.

However, reality seemed to prove otherwise.

On the eve of winter vacation, when Fan Xing had only one exam left, Lu Chi suddenly invited him to have dinner together at one of the city’s top-notch restaurants.

Upon hearing the address from Lu Chi, Fan Xing’s heart sank. A sense of unease gradually expanded within him. “Senior, you…”

“You must come, see you tonight.”

Before Fan Xing could say anything, Lu Chi had already hung up.

Staring at his phone in a daze, Fan Xing felt that something was definitely wrong with this arrangement. But… where was the problem? Was it suspicious just because the restaurant was too expensive, and Lu Chi might not afford it?

Lu Chi had a strong sense of pride, and if Fan Xing really asked, Lu Chi might turn hostile on the spot.

However, besides this, there seemed to be no other issues.

But Fan Xing couldn’t shake off the feeling that something was wrong.

So, in the afternoon, he sat in the library for half a day without making progress in his studies. After school, he took a taxi directly to the restaurant.

Upon arriving, Fan Xing was stunned when he saw Lu Chi. He stood there for a long time, unable to snap out of it.

Lu Chi wasn’t cross-dressing; he appeared in his usual handsome and refined manner. That wasn’t what surprised Fan Xing.

What truly shocked Fan Xing was the man sitting across from Lu Chi – it was Xiao Yu!

What’s going on?

How did these two end up together? And the atmosphere… it seemed strange, as if they were on a romantic date.

Fan Xing felt a headache coming on and, for a moment, doubted if he was dreaming.

Then Lu Chi approached, pulled him to the seat, and warmly introduced Xiao Yu to him.

Xiao Yu also seemed puzzled. Seeing Fan Xing looking awkward, he politely greeted him.

Fan Xing didn’t know what Lu Chi was up to. So, in front of Xiao Yu, he didn’t ask the questions on his mind and just sat quietly, observing them.

Then he weirdly discovered that Lu Chi’s behavior was nothing like his usual self. He chatted with Xiao Yu about red wine, classical music, and travel, as if he wasn’t a poor college student.

Even his taste seemed to have changed. Fan Xing often had meals with Lu Chi, and he knew Lu Chi’s taste very well. Lu Chi disliked Western food, yet now he was delicately eating foie gras, appearing to enjoy it, and then making comments that sounded pretentious to Fan Xing, as if he were a gourmet.

As for Xiao Yu, even more strangely!

He kept his eyes glued to Lu Chi’s face throughout the meal, with an inexplicable gentle expression, as if Lu Chi were his beloved lover.

Fan Xing couldn’t help but look at Lu Chi, who felt his gaze and met his eyes, slowly curling up the corners of his mouth.

Fan Xing couldn’t help but shiver. This smile was exactly like the one Lu Chi had when he woke up in the hospital that day, grateful that he didn’t die!

 

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