Hearing Qiao Hua's thoughts again after so long felt like a little fan brushing across Gu Wenze's heart, leaving it tingling.
But the next moment, when he heard Qiao Hua mention Gu Junxing, Gu Wenze's expression instantly darkened.
Qiao Hua actually dared to keep thinking about Gu Junxing!
Gu Wenze roughly turned Qiao Hua's face toward him, forcing her to look at him. "What are you thinking about?"
Qiao Hua had no idea what had set Gu Wenze off this time. Enduring the pain, she said, "What are you talking about?"
Gu Wenze spoke through gritted teeth. "Are you thinking about Gu Junxing?"
A flicker of surprise crossed Qiao Hua's face.
Could Gu Wenze really read my mind? How does he even know what I'm thinking?
"You really still can't forget him." Gu Wenze tightened his grip, his teeth practically grinding together. "Are you still hoping he'll come rescue you?"
Since Gu Wenze had guessed correctly, Qiao Hua stopped trying to hide it. She forcefully pulled free of his hand. "Yes, I am thinking about him."
Gu Wenze's expression turned utterly ugly.
Qiao Hua actually dared to admit it to his face!
Sensing the shift in the atmosphere, Qiao Hua took a breath and said helplessly, "He was sent away because he saved me. Am I not even allowed to worry about him?"
Gu Wenze's expression remained grim.
Even after Qiao Hua's explanation, it still felt as though a thorn had lodged in his heart.
The thought of his own younger brother coveting his woman made him want to kill someone.
Gu Wenze's voice grew colder, every word carrying a chill. "He won't be coming back for the next few years, so you'd better give up on that idea."
Qiao Hua turned her head away, lowering her eyes slightly. "I