Returning to his room, it wasn’t until the door was locked that Qin Yu truly felt the world’s hustle and bustle dissipate, giving way to tranquility.
Standing beside the bed, he peeled off his hoodie, carelessly tossing it near the headboard.
After changing into his home clothes, Qin Yu suddenly remembered his urgent task.
Reluctantly, he reached into the pocket of the discarded hoodie and fished out his phone.
First, he needed to explain the client’s situation, or this business would truly be unsalvageable.
As he switched back to his WeChat account, Qin Yu braced himself for a barrage of messages, finger hovering over the power button, ready to shut off the phone at any moment.
However, the outcome wasn’t as he anticipated. The client had only sent a few messages:
[Handle his matter as you see fit. I’ll reimburse you when we settle accounts this week.]
[I’m on vacation. Please don’t message me again. Just manage him for now. I’ll handle everything when I return this week.]
[Stop messaging me! You nearly pissed off my little darling!]
Qin Yu: ……
He stared at the chat window, lost in thought. His feelings were complicated, unsure how to express his utterly confused state of mind.
[Understood]
Maintaining the perfect conversational distance, Qin Yu felt like a genius. Responding with a single “understood” not only kept their relationship distant yet professional, but also served as a reminder of their employer-employee dynamic.
After replying to the client, Qin Yu wasted no time in video calling the client’s fiancé.
To his surprise, there was no answer this time. An inappropriate thought crossed Qin Yu’s mind.
Surely this guy hadn’t died from his illness?
No way, adults shouldn’t be that fragile.
As the unanswered call notification appeared in the chat, Qin Yu admitted his heart skipped a beat.
However, moments later, seeing “typing” appear in the chat box, Qin Yu finally relaxed.
[Wait]
[I’m showering]
[I’ll call you back soon]
Phew, this brother wasn’t dead after all.
[No problem]
[I’ll order some medicine online for you. Send me your address]
With the client’s backing, Qin Yu spoke with newfound confidence.
[Sure]
The other party replied with just that, but shortly after, a video call came through.
For some reason, Qin Yu felt an inexplicable guilt gnawing at him. He even got up to double-check that his door was securely locked.
It felt oddly like having an affair, Qin Yu thought inappropriately. Repeated wrongdoings really didn’t sit well with one’s conscience.
After ensuring everything was in order, Qin Yu confidently answered the video call.
[Lin Ke]
The other’s voice was deep at first impression, but when calling this name, it became cautious, gentle as a feather.
[Mm]
Qin Yu hesitated before responding.
Once the other adjusted the camera, his entire face came into view.
Seeing the man on screen with his hair still wet from the shower, his face chiseled and mature, Qin Yu was struck by how attractive he looked even without makeup.
Damn, Qin Yu was stunned for a moment. He couldn’t help but admire how the man’s face was exactly his type.
[Is your phone’s camera broken?]
The other’s tone held a hint of suspicion.
Qin Yu’s lips curled into a satisfied smile. He had turned off his camera early on, otherwise he wouldn’t have had the courage to make this video call.
Seven years apart wouldn’t make someone stupid. A mismatched voice could be explained away, but a changed appearance? How could that be justified?
Imagine a stranger appearing on your phone screen, using your fiancé’s name. Besides plastic surgery, what excuse could possibly convince the other party? It would only deepen their suspicion.
Qin Yu felt quite professional for thinking this through.
[Yes, I’ll get it fixed in a few days when I have time]
[How’s your cold? I’ll order some medicine for you online]
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