Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
Huo Jinyao looked at Zuo Hongchen, who had appeared out of nowhere, and turned to face Su Qingsang.
He leaned close to her ear and whispered, âSweetheart, you didnât say Senior Zuo was going with you?â
âI didnât say he wasnât.â
As a matter of fact, Su Qingsang was also confused. She had read the list and Zuo Hongchenâs name had not been on it. Why was he here?
Zuo Hongchen had a much gentler expression on his face than Huo Jinyao did. He carried two bags, which looked even fuller than the one Huo Jinyao had just carried for her.
âQingsang.â Zuo Hongchen put one of the two bags into Su Qingsangâs hand, as if he didnât see Huo Jinyao. âI bought you some food, so that you can eat on the way.â
He gave the other bag to Director Li, the leader of the medical team.
Su Qingsangâs luggage had been put on the bus by Huo Jinyao and she had in her hand the snacks that Huo Jinyao had bought for her.
Now, she looked at the other bag that Zuo Hongchen handed her. Then, she looked at Huo Jinyaoâs gloomy face. She didnât take the bag.
âWhatâs the matter?â Zuo Hongchen looked at her and then at Huo Jinyao. âItâs just some food. Iâm sure Mr. Huo wonât mind, will he?ân/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om
Huo Jinyao twitched his lips. He did mind, of course.
Huo Jinyao put on a false smile as he stepped forward. With one hand, he grabbed Su Qingsang while, with the other, he took the Zuo Hongchenâs bag.
âOf course not. Why would I?â
As he spoke, he put the bag into Director Liâs hand. âYou should all thank Senior Zuo.â
Zuo Hongchenâs smile was a little stiff. He turned to Su Qingsang and said, âQingsang, I have something else to do so I canât go with you this time. Take care of yourself andââ
âDonât worry. She will.â Huo Jinyao broke in, âQingsang is old enough to take good care of herself.â
Su Qingsangâs mouth twitched as she remembered the man who had talked to her as if she were a child last night.
Zuo Hongchen looked at Su Qingsang and felt that he could not say too much more in front of that many people, especially not in front of Huo Jinyao.
âDirector Li.â Turning to Director Li, Zuo Hongchen smiled and said, âThis will be difficult for you. Take care of the ladies.â
Many people here knew that Zuo Hongchen was Su Qingsangâs Senior Brother, so what he had just said wouldnât lead to much speculation.
Now, he specifically pointed out the care that shoud be taken for the ladies. Director Li smiled and said, âYes. Donât worry. I certainly will.â
Su Qingsang didnât think much about it either. It made sense that Zuo would give her the food; he was always kind to people. Huo Jinyaoâs reaction, however, had surprised her a little. This guy really turned into a hedgehog every time he saw her close to another man.
She was speechless about it and felt even more uncomfortable when she saw the playful looks from the rest of the medical team.
âWell, Iâm going to get on the bus. You can go now.â
âSweetheart.â With his hand still on her shoulder, Huo Jinyao glanced at Zuo Hongchen. His meaning was obviousâIf Zuo Hongchen wasnât leaving, neither would he.
âThatâs enough,â Su Qingsang whispered. âLeave quickly. Arenât you going to work today?â
âI still have time. I will see you off first.â
âI am here with many colleagues and superiors. You donât need to worry about anything.â
âIâm not worried.â Huo Jinyao looked calm and said, âItâs just that you will be away from home for a long time. You must allow me to look at you for a little while longer now.â