It seems they really came to persuade Lu Muchi dinner.
Lu Muchi a mix of emotions. He wanted to keep Yan Heqing, but he was afraid of making things worse like before. He opened and closed his mouth several times before finally managing to squeeze out, "You tomorrow..." He changed his words, "Did my grandfather ask you to come tomorrow too?"
Yan Heqing didn't turn around, and said calmly, "You're not sick at all. Instead of wasting your time, you should focus on your career. Perhaps—"
He didn't finish his sentence, opened the door, and left.
That's exactly why Lu Muchi automatically filled in the gaps.
Maybe then they can be together openly and honestly!
His current startup capital all comes from his grandfather. Yan Heqing was right; he loathed being controlled by his grandfather.
From childhood to adulthood, his grandfather arranged and decided everything for him, from his food and clothing to his housing and transportation. Even after he grew up, his grandfather still arranged for bodyguards to monitor him under the guise of protecting him!
If he successfully collaborates with Cheng Jian this time, he will earn at least hundreds of millions. This will be his first step in breaking away from his grandfather and will also prove to his grandfather that although he is not as good as his uncle, he is not bad either!
And being with Yan Heqing is no different from finding Xu Qiaoyin.
Lu Muchi had already come up with a reason for Yan Heqing's escape: Yan Heqing helped Xu Qiaoyin escape, but it was actually for his sake! Yan Heqing hoped that he and Xu Qiaoyin could reconcile, as continuing to imprison Xu Qiaoyin would only exacerbate the conflict.
Lu Muchi filled with excitement. He quickly walked to the window and looked down at the building below.
A short while later, Yan Heqing appeared.
His father's driver drove up to Yan Heqing, but Yan Heqing refused and walked towards the hospital gate.
Only after Yan Heqing's figure had completely disappeared Lu Muchi turn around and stride out of the ward.
Tell Grandpa I want to be discharged.
On the subway, Yan Heqing received a call from Lu Yicheng.
Lu Muchi not only ate, but also went back to the company to work on a proposal. Lu Yicheng was quite satisfied and praised Yan Heqing highly.
Finally, he smiled and said, "Just name whatever you want; the Lu Family can provide anything you desire."
Outside the window was a pitch-black tunnel, and Yan Heqing's expressionless face was reflected in the glass. "I thought of telling you."
Lu Yicheng didn't take it seriously. It was nothing more than money or a job opportunity, so he readily agreed and hung up the phone.
Yan Heqing put away his phone, and the listening training resumed in his earphones.
He taught himself Russian, and now that he has a sufficient vocabulary, he listens to articles and translates them in his mind as he listens.
Time flies when you're studying, and before you know it, you're at Beijing University Station.
Putting away his headphones, Yan Heqing got off the subway.
It was completely dark. He wasn't hungry, but he needed to eat dinner; he'd been away for a week, and the refrigerator was empty.
Walking into the neighborhood supermarket, Yan Heqing picked out some cabbage and potatoes, and a box of shredded meat.
As he passed a row of shelves on his way to the checkout, he paused slightly and looked at the instant noodles on the shelf.
That night in the sunroom, he didn't tell Lu Lin that he actually found that cup of instant noodles to be more delicious than ever before.
Turning her gaze away, Yan Heqing walked to the cashier.
21.6.
Yan Heqing took out his phone, about to scan the code, when he caught a glimpse of the candy shelf at the cashier.
The colorful candy wrappers shimmered brilliantly under the light.
A glint flashed in his eyes as he took a bag of candy and placed it on the counter. "Pay together."
As I entered the apartment building, I heard someone stewing radish and pork ribs. The aroma was so familiar and homey, and the scent carried on the breeze was incredibly tempting.
It was a bit chilly, Yan Heqing tightened his coat. The motion-sensor lights turned on with the sound of his footsteps.
As he approached the third floor, a tall figure stood in front of his door.
Yan Heqing was surprised. He quickened his pace, climbed the stairs, and stopped in front of Lu Lin, reaching for his keys. "When did you...?"
Before he could finish speaking, he was pulled into a hug filled with the scent of cedar.
Lu Lin wrapped one arm around Yan Heqing's waist and the other around his head, pulling him tightly into his arms.
The boy carried the chill of the night. He rested his chin against the boy's cold earlobe and whispered, "Let me hug you."
Chapter 82
Lu Lin's embrace was devoid of any ulterior motives; it was a pure and unadulterated hug.
When he first saw Yan Heqing at the bar, he felt as if moonlight had fallen from the sky and entered the bizarre and dazzling world, swallowed by darkness, yet unable to conceal the brilliance emanating from his very being.
If he held her too heavily, he feared he would break her; if he held her too lightly, he feared she would disappear.
This sentiment of cherishing was clearly conveyed to Yan Heqing's heart. Lu Lin never showed his emotions outwardly, but at this moment, Yan Heqing sensed Lu Lin's low spirits. For Lu Lin to reveal his emotions, it must have been something very difficult and sad.
As Yan Heqing thought about it, she raised her hands and hugged Lu Lin back.
The plastic bag brushed against Lu Lin's trench coat. Yan Heqing suddenly remembered that a section of vegetable was sticking out of the bag, and the wet leaves would wet Lu Lin's clothes. He loosened his grip slightly and stepped back, saying, "Sorry..."
Just as he was about to pull his hand away, Lu Lin pulled Yan Heqing back into his arms, this time tighter and more tightly. Yan Heqing's face sank into Lu Lin's neck, his vision went dark, and he could only hear the man's low, gentle voice, "It's okay, let's hug a little longer."
Time passed, and only when footsteps echoed upstairs from the bottom of the building did Lu Lin release Yan Heqing.
Upon entering the house, Lu Lin naturally took the dishes, saying, "I'll cook today."
Yan Heqing wanted to say something, but in the end, she didn't. She sat down on the sofa, picked up a book, but kept getting distracted, her ears filled with the sounds from the kitchen.
Simple dishes, ready to eat in half an hour.
Cabbage and shredded pork soup, hot and sour shredded potatoes, and scrambled eggs with tomatoes.
After eating quietly for a while, Yan Heqing swallowed his rice and said, "You're a great cook."
Yan Heqing's words were not an exaggeration; Lu Lin's cooking skills were indeed excellent, and he was adept at both elaborate dishes and everyday fare.
Seeing that Yan Heqing was just eating, Lu Lin switched to serving chopsticks and put an egg in his bowl for him. "My grandfather taught me how to cook. He won my grandmother's heart with his excellent cooking skills."
Suddenly the topic changed, "How many days off do you get for May Day?"
There are only two weeks left until May Day. This year, May Day falls right next to the weekend, and the class group chat got lively a few days ago. There's a 5-day mini-holiday, and if you're daring enough to skip a few classes, you can even make it into a week-long holiday.
Upon hearing "May Day," Yan Heqing knew Lu Lin had plans. "Five days."