Gu Wenze had finished his examination at some point and strode toward them. Even in a hospital gown, his imposing presence was undiminished.
Under Gu Wenze's dangerously watchful gaze, Gu Junxing finally released his grip.
Gu Wenze hooked an arm around Qiao Hua's waist and pulled her into his embrace, staking his claim. "You've seen her. You can leave now."
Though his eyes were on Qiao Hua, his words were directed at Gu Junxing.
Gu Junxing's gaze fell on the hand resting on Qiao Hua's waist, and a trace of sadness flashed through his eyes. Composing himself, he said to her, "Qiao Hua, I'll head back first. I'll be at the Old Residence for the next couple of days. You can come see me anytime."
"Are you done talking?" Gu Wenze interrupted coldly. "Why are you still here?"
Gu Junxing clenched his fists, then turned and left.
Gu Wenze watched his retreating figure coldly, anger rising in his eyes.
As soon as Gu Junxing left, Gu Wenze seized Qiao Hua's chin, his teeth clenched. "Qiao Hua, you're happy to see my brother, aren't you?"
Qiao Hua had no idea what had set him off this time. She struggled to pull free. "You're out of your mind. We barely exchanged two sentences."
Gu Wenze's face remained taut, his fingers tightening little by little. "He was holding your hand just now. If I hadn't stopped him, were you planning to leave with him?"
The thought of Gu Junxing holding Qiao Hua's hand so tightly sent an inexplicable fury churning through his chest.
He knew it. Gu Junxing still hadn't given up on Qiao Hua.
Qiao Hua's eyes wandered, and she gave a light cough. "He heard I was hurt and wanted to check my injury. That was all."
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