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Yan Heqing smiled and said, "Yes, I read books."

Lu Lin wasn't looking for that answer. "Besides studying, is family in your plans?" He stopped by the roadside, turning his head to look at Yan Heqing. "Like children."

Yan Heqing hadn't expected Lu Lin to ask this at all. He paused for two seconds, then shook his head, "He's not here."

Lu Lin noticed he was getting a little anxious. "This question is a bit premature for you."

Yan Heqing was silent for a few seconds, then asked, "You want to raise a child?"

"If you're talking about it," Lu Lin smiled, "I really want to raise one."

Considering the age difference between him and Yan Heqing, it wouldn't be wrong to consider Yan Heqing as still a child.

Yan Heqing understood: Lu Lin didn't want to raise a child, but he would respect his decision.

Yan Heqing's pupils suddenly flickered.

Is this a discussion about the future? Has Lu Lin already included him in his future?

Yan Heqing's heart was beating faster than usual, and his thoughts instantly became chaotic.

There were too many conflicting factors, but the only thing he was certain of was that he didn't rule out this possibility.

even...

Yan Heqing heard his heartbeat, and he exhaled, "I don't want a child."

But if there's a future, a smile curved his lips. "I want to have a dog."

*

The return trip was during the day, and it took only two hours to get back to Lu Lin's place. Lu Lin wouldn't let them go back, saying, "Your wound hasn't healed yet, stay here for the next few days."

The wound he was referring to was naturally the one from last night. It's the first time getting to know someone, and even with the utmost care, it's inevitable to get hurt. Yan Heqing couldn't stay calm after all; his earlobes turned bright red. Without replying, he quickly went back to his bedroom.

Lu Lin moved his office to his home. The next morning, Lu Lin personally took Yan Heqing to school, but he didn't go through the main gate. He used the excuse of checking on the renovations to enter through the family quarters to avoid running into Lu Muchi.

Lu Lin had a rough idea of how Yan Heqing planned to take revenge on Lu Muchi, but Yan Heqing didn't mention it, he played along.

Before Yan Heqing got out of the car, Lu Lin asked him, "What do you want for dinner? We can have something else today."

Yan Heqing ordered only two dishes. Lu Lin watched him leave, then got out of the car and went upstairs.

Yan Heqing gave him a new key, inserted it into the lock, and Lu Lin opened the door and went inside. The renovation was all finished, only the furniture and appliances were missing. The furniture had been ordered, but the appliances and soft furnishings hadn't been chosen yet. Lu Lin took out his phone, intending to check the schedule and pick a time to take Yan Heqing shopping.

Just as I was about to unlock it, the screen lit up first.

A notification has been sent via WeChat from 52 Hertz.

Lu Lin was slightly surprised. He and Yan Heqing had just parted ways. He swiped the screen and opened WeChat.

It was a transfer of 39,150 yuan with no remarks. Immediately afterwards, a message popped up.

[It's all settled, Lu Family.]

It was followed by a salute emoji.

Lu Lin's heart suddenly pounded wildly.

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Yan Heqing finished sending the message and happened to walk to the classroom door.

The first class was in the lecture hall. It was neither too early nor too late, and there weren't many students present.

Just as Yan Heqing was about to go inside, a voice called out to him from behind, "There are still forty minutes left. Let's find a quiet place to talk?"

It's Lu Muchi.

His voice sounded a bit hoarse after a few days apart.

Without a doubt, it was Zhao Weifang who told Lu Muchi about his classroom.

Yan Heqing didn't say anything, and turned to leave.

Yan Heqing took Lu Muchi to the artificial lake.

There weren't many people in the morning; only a few students occasionally ran across the track in the distance. The lakeside was full of jacaranda trees, which were in full bloom, their blue-purple flowers dazzlingly beautiful in the morning light.

Just like Yan Heqing in Lu Muchi's eyes.

The few days apart felt more unbearable for Lu Muchi than years.

He looked at Yan Heqing carefully.

A simple white shirt, a healthy complexion, even... warm.

In the past, Yan Heqing was always indifferent and aloof, shrouded in misty rain, as if only rainy days and winter existed in his eyes.

Today, however, he is like the morning sun breaking through the clouds as the mist dissipates.

Lu Muchi clenched his fists, wanting to question—"Are you really that happy without me?"

His dark eyes held a torrent of emotions. Just as he was about to speak, his phone rang. He pulled it out without looking at it and immediately turned it off.

I've been waiting at your door for two days.

Lu Muchi smiled self-deprecatingly, "After tormenting me for so long, you should feel a little better now."

Yan Heqing suddenly smiled, the morning light falling on his slightly upturned lips. Lu Muchi's heart pounded wildly. He looked at him, his voice unconsciously softening, "What are you laughing at?"

"I'm laughing at you." Yan Heqing said calmly, " Lu Muchi, your life has been too smooth; this is torture for you."

Lu Muchi's heart skipped a beat. He felt an inexplicable fear, as if the Yan Heqing in front of him was just a figment of his imagination, who had actually left two days ago and never returned.

Lu Muchi immediately grabbed Yan Heqing's hand and held it tightly. Only when he felt the slightly cool touch did his turbulent heart begin to calm down.

He smiled, "You—"

Snap!

A heavy slap sent a sharp pain through Lu Muchi's face. He was too surprised and too shocked. He could only stare at Yan Heqing with wide eyes.

Yan Heqing slapped him across the other cheek with his other hand.

Lu Muchi finally reacted, his eyes filled with hostility, and he released Yan Heqing and clenched his fist to strike.

Yan Heqing's eyes were calm and composed. Lu Muchi couldn't bear it anymore, so he abruptly withdrew his hand from above Yan Heqing's nose, pressing his aching face. "You're quite violent. Only my uncle would dare to beat me like that." He laughed again, "Now that you've slapped me twice more, is that enough torture?"

Yan Heqing didn't answer, only coldly saying, "Learn to respect people first, then come find me."

As he turned to leave, Lu Muchi couldn't understand why Yan Heqing was being disrespectful again. He reached out to stop him, his pupils suddenly dilating. Was Yan Heqing angry that he had touched his hand? He was both amused and exasperated. "Is this considered disrespectful?"

Yan Heqing stopped. "Yes."

Lu Muchi pressed his tongue against the inside of his mouth, which slightly relieved the pain. "That's right, just say what's on your mind. I'm not good at guessing what's on your mind." He didn't touch Yan Heqing's hand again, but stepped in front of him to block him. "I'll listen to you, but you have to give me a chance. I can't stand you ignoring me like this."