Chapter 1414 - 1411: Could You Push a Little Faster?
"What’s wrong, Zi Ruoxi! Are you feeling unwell?" Qiao Junlie asked with concern. There was a hint of tension on his face. Although things were going smoothly, and they were even discussing marriage, why was there no passion? No matter how he tried to lead, he couldn’t spark her interest. Her words seemed a bit like she was just going through the motions.
"Please push a bit faster. I have a headache." Zi Ruoxi spoke in a relatively gentle tone. After all, she didn’t want the boat to capsize before reaching the shore, so if she had to pretend, she had to do it convincingly.
This time, Qiao Junlie didn’t say anything. He fell silent and indeed quickened his pace. Originally, he wanted to push slowly, hoping to share his feelings with her and let her understand his longing these past few days. Unexpectedly, she didn’t seem to appreciate it much. Oh well, let things happen naturally! This incident had a significant impact on her, and it’s not easy for her to endure it. There’s still a long way to go! They have plenty of time to get along slowly. He believed that soon, she would recover her lively self and speak freely in front of him, becoming again the Fox Immortal he cherished and loved!
Sure enough, after Zi Ruoxi used the excuse of having a headache, Qiao Junlie stopped asking questions. It seemed like he had also untangled himself from the messy marriage affair, which somewhat calmed the turmoil in Zi Ruoxi’s heart.
When they returned to the ward, it was no surprise to see Qiao Muyun waiting there.
At this moment, Qiao Muyun looked at the two with a leisurely expression, as if the words "How did it go?" were written on his face.
However, judging by Qiao Junlie’s expression and demeanor, it seemed the progress was not bad!
Qiao Muyun smiled slightly and stepped forward.
"Qiao Junlie, it’s not early anymore. How about staying for lunch?" Qiao Muyun said, reading the mood.
But just as he finished speaking, Zi Ruoxi, who hadn’t said much since entering the room, suddenly had a shadow over her eyes.
"Brother Qiao Muyun, Young Master is not as free as you. He is very busy, and we shouldn’t delay his work." Zi Ruoxi stepped in charmingly.
As soon as she spoke, the two handsome men exchanged glances. Qiao Muyun’s eyes were full of doubt, as if asking why things hadn’t been resolved yet? While Qiao Junlie’s eyes held a hint of bitterness, implying that it’s not that easy.
"Hehe, Zi Ruoxi really understands me. Qiao Muyun, I have things to do, I’ll go first. You two chat." Qiao Junlie said somewhat uncomfortably. Then he gently pressed his palm on Zi Ruoxi’s small hand before letting go. He leaned down, and with a sincere expression and gentle tone that moved everyone in the room, he said, "Zi Ruoxi, rest well. I’ll come to see you tomorrow. Think about what I told you, and let me know then..." With that, he stood up reluctantly.
"Hmm, I know... you can go!" Zi Ruoxi replied calmly.
After nodding to Qiao Muyun, Qiao Junlie was ready to head out the door. But he was stopped by a voice from behind, "I’ll walk you out." It was Qiao Muyun. He walked decisively up to Qiao Junlie and put his arm around his shoulder as they walked out together intimately. This scene quietly fell into Zi Ruoxi’s eyes.
"Uh... so that’s how it is!" Zi Ruoxi couldn’t help but sigh, her previously calm mind becoming a bit chaotic with countless thoughts.
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Zi Ruoxi didn’t eat much for lunch, not because the food was bad, but because she had a lot on her mind.
The midday sun was a bit strong, but the sunlight shining into the ward felt stuffy because it couldn’t penetrate the thick purple curtains. The room’s air conditioning was on.
According to hospital routines, there was a habit of taking a nap after lunch. Every day here, Zi Ruoxi was no exception, and usually, Qiao Muyun would stay by her side, taking a nap on the sofa once she fell asleep.
"Brother Qiao Muyun, why don’t you rest for a bit? I’m not sleepy yet; I still want to read a magazine." Zi Ruoxi spoke gently, her eyes sparkling as she casually flipped through a fashion magazine.
Qiao Muyun had already yawned a few times. Last night at Qiao Junlie’s place, the two drank and partied, only hitting the floor at midnight. The two men drunkenly passed out on the ground, waking up the next morning only to find themselves lying on top of each other, in a rather comedic—no, hilarious—pose... somewhat embarrassing! Luckily, no one saw them, and since they’re brothers, anyone unaware might think they were gay!
"Alright." Qiao Muyun replied and then smiled at her. "Don’t read for too long while lying down; it’s not good for your eyes."
"Got it. Nag." Zi Ruoxi playfully replied.
Truly, there’s nothing he can do about her! Qiao Muyun shook his head as he slowly stood up. In a few steps, he reached the sofa, leapt onto it, and felt the soft cushion against his back, refusing to move any further. Soon, he fell into a deep sleep. He really felt tired.
Zi Ruoxi glanced over, frowning slightly. She got up quietly, picked up a blanket from the bed, tiptoed over, and draped it over him. Only then did she return to her bed, satisfied.
The afternoon passed quickly. How much time had gone by was unclear, but by then, Zi Ruoxi had finished the magazine in her hand. After closing the pages and looking up, she realized that when Qiao Muyun turned over, the blanket she had just placed on him had fallen to the ground. Zi Ruoxi smiled helplessly. This Qiao Muyun, truly careless. She stood up quietly, walked to his side, picked up the fallen blanket, and just as she was about to cover him again, the person in the dream unexpectedly woke up...
"Zi Ruoxi..." Qiao Muyun lazily said, stretching languidly before slowly sitting up. His eyes were still a bit drowsy, but upon seeing her standing beside him with something in her hand, he understood... His voice, however, was quite clear, "Zi Ruoxi, you’re awake! Uh, how can I let a patient take care of me like this? I really apologize."
"Hehe." Zi Ruoxi chuckled softly, speaking lightly, "What’s there to apologize for? It’s only fair for me to take care of you after you’ve cared for me for so many days. Occasionally repaying the favor once isn’t too much, right? Hehe... Besides, I didn’t sleep at all, honestly!"
What’s going on? Her first reaction. Normally, with her good sense of routine, she shouldn’t behave like this.
"Huh? You didn’t sleep, why not?" Qiao Muyun asked, puzzled. Looking at Zi Ruoxi, there seemed to be something hidden behind her eyes, and recalling her and Qiao Junlie going out this morning, unsure of how the discussion went, he hadn’t inquired much.