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Yao Zhandong exhaled a puff of smoke, looking somewhat dazed. She agreed?
Shen Du nodded, but Ms. Qiao had put forth a condition: Yao Nian must complete the property transfer before heading to Hushi.
It was understandable for Qiao Shuzhen to make such a request; Huada was in Hushi, and once summer vacation ended, Yao Nian would need to stay there for at least four months. This apartment was also her security.
Alright then, Yao Zhandong agreed readily. It was just two properties after all, and they were for his daughter; he had no reason to refuse.
It’s not easy to negotiate this far; you’ve worked hard, Lawyer Shen. He patted Shen Du on the shoulder and glanced at his watch. I’ll leave the rest to you; I have a flight at three this afternoon.
Of course, Shen Du replied.
After signing the power of attorney, Yao Zhandong prepared to leave. Before he did, he kindly went upstairs to knock on Yao Nian’s door.
Nian Nian, Dad has to go away for a while. Auntie Guo will stay home and cook; you need to behave.
Inside, as expected, there was no response.
Yao Zhandong sighed helplessly as he returned downstairs.
Seeing this, Shen Du comforted him: She needs time to adjust; girls her age are often quite sensitive.
Sigh, it’s really worrying. Yao Zhandong said as he picked up his suitcase. Ever since her mother left, this child has been indifferent towards me. She has a weak stomach and was even hospitalized once before the college entrance exams due to irregular eating habits. It took so long to get her health back on track, and I’m really afraid she won’t eat properly while I’m gone.
Shen Du paused for a moment, recalling the meal earlier; indeed, Yao Nian had barely eaten more than a cat.
As a guest, with the host gone, Shen Du had no reason to stay any longer. He glanced at the closed door on the second floor and picked up the car keys from the table, preparing to leave.
Just as he slipped on his shoes, a faint voice drifted down from above.
Uncle Shen?
The girl clutched the railing with both hands, her eyes red.
Did my dad leave?
Shen Du stepped back. Mr. Yao has already left.
Oh. Yao Nian felt a tightness in her chest.
Yao Nian, Shen Du hesitated for a moment before speaking: I think I owe you an apology.
"What?"
"You didn't inform me about your father's situation in advance yesterday."
Yao Nian responded softly, "I already knew. I just didn't expect it to escalate to the point of a courtroom battle."
Shen Du had never interacted with this girl before and wasn't sure how to comfort her appropriately, but her low spirits made him feel a pang of sympathy.
"Are you hungry? You barely ate anything earlier," he shifted the topic.
Yao Nian glanced at the dining table, which had been cleared spotless. Her family had a habit of never leaving leftovers; any uneaten food was always packed up for their chickens.
Before she could finish her thought, Shen Du spoke up, "Actually, I'm not full either. Maybe we could keep each other company?"
Yao Nian's eyes widened slightly, and she instinctively blurted out, "Wait for me a moment."
She quickly dashed back to her room to grab her phone, then hurried down the stairs. Her rapid footsteps left her slightly breathless as she exclaimed, "Let's go!"
Her tone carried an excitement she hadn't even realized she felt.
Shen Du chuckled lightly, "No need to rush. I'll go bring the car around."
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