Early morning.
A fine drizzle had passed through last night. The sky outside was still hazy, and threads of cool air squeezed in through the gap in the window.
Knock, knock, knock. Someone carefully knocked on the bedroom door. "Director Dong, you... you should get up." It was Yu Meixia's voice.
Dong Xuebin rolled over in bed, rubbed his eyes, and yawned. "Mm, bring me a glass of water. I'm thirsty."
The footsteps gradually faded away. Before long, Yu Meixia entered in white pajamas, her cheeks flushed. She still looked a little drowsy, as though she had only just gotten up herself. Looking at Director Dong, bare-chested in bed, her face heated up. She averted her gaze and gently handed him the glass. Then, as if by habit, she went to the wardrobe, took out a set of clothes and socks, and neatly placed them by the bed. Seeing Dong Xuebin sit up in his slippers, Yu Meixia began folding his quilt. "Will you have breakfast at the office or at home?"
Dong Xuebin smiled and looked at her legs. "I'm not working today. Director Liang gave me a week off."
Yu Meixia subconsciously tugged her skirt lower. "Director Dong, I... I still haven't thanked you. Thank you for avenging my husband."
Dong Xuebin waved a hand. "Why are we being polite with each other? Besides, it was part of my job."
Yu Meixia released her skirt and said gratefully, "I know how much pressure you endured. You nearly lost your position too. I... I'm clumsy and useless. Other than cooking and housework, I can't do anything. I'm not even good at cooking. Anyway, I'll spend my whole life repaying you, even if I have to work myself to the bone. If there's ever anything you need from me, you...