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Feeling hungry, I want to eat at Chuan Xiao Yi.
Shen Du leaned in close, the small space around them filled with his presence. His fingertip circled the swollen bump on her forehead, and Yao Nian felt as if she had been hit by a paralysis spell, her body stiff and unable to move, while a thin layer of sweat formed on her brow.
How could I be so careless? His voice came from above her, and Yao Nian could even see the movement of his Adam's apple as he spoke. Remembering the travel bag that was still unzipped, she awkwardly mumbled, "I was just tying my shoelace and lost my balance."
He withdrew his hand, his eyes filled with a helpless smile. "You little clumsy girl."
Yao Nian gloomily followed him, the scent of sesame oil clinging to her. She touched her forehead and wondered if it would leave a scar.
"It won't," Shen Du said as he tossed the tissue into the trash can. "The swelling will go down. You should be thankful that coffee table has rounded edges; otherwise, it could have been worse."
He picked up the travel bag and lightly patted Yao Nian on the head. "Let's go."
"We?" She paused, instinctively glancing at the instigator of her mishap, but he seemed oblivious to the fact that the zipper was still open.
"Yeah," Shen Du replied. "I'll take you home first."
Feeling troubled, since she had come specifically to see him off, Yao Nian waved her hand and feigned a cheerful tone. "No, I made plans with my classmates to hang out nearby."
The two walked together to the back door of the hotel. The August sun beat down directly, making the parking lot pavement scorching hot.
Seeing Yao Nian holding a white sun hat, Shen Du took it from her and helped fasten it on her head. "It's too sunny outside; you should wait for your classmates inside."
"I'll go in once you leave."
"Do you remember what you promised me?" Shen Du asked.
Yao Nian blinked and recalled, "To eat on time and not skip any meals."
"Exactly," Shen Du said as he looked her over. "I hope that when I see you next time, you’ll have gained at least five pounds."
Next time I see you...
A sweet feeling slowly blossomed in her heart, making even the blazing sun overhead feel more bearable.
Yao Nian felt a bit flustered and quickly turned her head away. If she kept looking at him, she feared her heartbeat would betray her.
"I'll try my best," she emphasized.
The man started the car, rolled down the window, and urged, "Get in quickly."
A warm breeze swept through, causing the light blue checkered skirt to sway gently. The girl stood by the car door, her eyes bright and filled with a lively spirit.
"Uncle Shen, have a safe trip."
For a brief moment, Shen Du's expression froze, but he quickly returned to normal.
This girl was quite extraordinary; he had seen her sharp wit and her obedient demeanor, and she could effortlessly switch between these two contrasting states.
It was rather interesting.
He smiled and waved at her, "Goodbye, little girl."
"Goodbye, yes, I will definitely see you again."
As she settled into the taxi, Yao Nian's phone buzzed in her hand.
It was a message from Shen Du.
The girl stared at the screen for a long time, a smile slowly spreading across her lips.
"I forgot to mention earlier, I’m really happy that you came to see me off."
Everyone has expectations in their lives, whether big or small—like an order just placed, a food delivery on its way, the latest episode of a TV show airing just in time, the first bite of instant noodles as they soak, or the perfect slice of watermelon right down the middle.
At this moment, Yao Nian's expectation was simply to see him again next time.
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