Director Song reclined on the sofa, pinching the bridge of his nose as he said, âThe commotion today, had I not considered our years of comradeship, I would have certainly given Feng Lin a good beating!â
Mrs. Qi did not respond, but she asked, âWhat are they doing there?â
âWhat else could they be doing? Apologizing to Li Bao, and expressing thanks as well,â Director Song sighed and continued, âHe was so bright-eyed and clear-headed when he was young, yet after meeting that woman Fang Su, both his heart and eyes were completely enchanted by her. Moreover, he has gotten increasingly muddle-headed with age!â
Mrs. Qi scoffed with a hint of sarcasm, âAre you sure he truly has feelings for that woman Fang Su? Are you sure itâs not just using Fang Su to look after his sons and daughters, not his sorrow for the children left by his previous wife?â
Director Songâs expression turned peculiar, âYou didnât use to say that.â
âSo, I had mistaken judgement before, didnât I?â She truly felt awful for Fang Su, the second wife. Why didnât she see him helping her up immediately? Instead, upon seeing his son Feng Xiao beaten half to death by Yanqing, he was frantic like an ant on a hot pan. Seeing how distressed he appeared made her doubt whether there was true love between the old fool and that idiot Fang Su.
Mrs. Qiâs expression was impatient, âHow long do we have to wait?â Li Baoâs face was nearly drained of all blood, and she couldnât feel at ease if they didnât go check on her soon.
Director Song clearly understood what Mrs. Qi meant, and he shook his head, âHow would I know? At least ten or twenty minutes, I guess.â
On hearing this, Mrs. Qi did not further discuss the topic of Old Master Feng and his son heading to Kang Liâs home, her impatient look somewhat relaxed. However, she suddenly seemed to think of something and looked anxious, asking Director Song, âWhat about Xuan Xuan? Why havenât I seen Xuan Xuan?â
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After a brief stupor, Director Song responded, âWhen Yanqing carried Li Bao with Ruirui to leave, I think I saw Xuan Xuan following them out of the gate.â
Mrs. Qi frowned, âWhat do you mean you think?â
Director Song replied, âNo need to worry, you know that Xuan Xuan usually doesnât venture out of the yard on his own, nor would he just follow anyone.â Seeing Mrs. Qiâs eyes still betray a growing anxiety and unease, Director Song finally stood up, âLetâs go then. Werenât you planning to check on Li Bao? Iâll accompany you there now.â
âIt sounds as if Iâm the only one worried about Li Bao and Xuan Xuan.â
Mrs. Qi tossed a remark to Director Song and rose from the sofa, not even waiting for Director Song, she stepped out of the living room first.
âCanât she walk a bit slower?â
Director Song followed closely behind her and said, âIâm not leaving this afternoon.â
Mrs. Qi stopped in her tracks, her gaze falling on Director Song, âAre you taking care of Yanqingâs time?â
Director Song said, âWith what happened to Li Bao today, do you think that young man could leave with peace of mind in the afternoon?â
âThatâs true. Given Li Baoâs current state, Yanqing certainly wouldnât feel at ease.â Saying this, Mrs. Qi lowered her eyelids in thought, then looked towards Director Song again, âSo will you leave tomorrow morning?â
Director Song replied, âHmm.â
Mrs. Qi said, âAlright, I understand.â
Locking the gate, the two people stepped forward.
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Luo Family.
ââ¦Itâs you!â
Opening the gate and seeing Old Master Feng and Feng Xiao standing outside, Luo Yanqingâs expression was exceptionally cold, âWhat do you want?â
Old Master Feng said, âI am here to express my gratitude to your spouse⦠Comrade Kang Li, wonât you invite us in?â
Indeed, standing outside the gate were the two FengsâOld Master Feng and his grandson.
âThereâs no need.â
Luo Yanqingâs distant and unwaveringly cold gaze showed not the slightest fluctuation.