Chapter 12 (1/2)

Translator: Jane

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Chapter 12

It was cold and the snow outside had not melted. Through the large floor-to-ceiling windows, you can see the wind rolling with snowflakes. He Zhishu sat in a nest chair, holding a warm water bag to his stomach while texting.

“Your medicine is still in my car.” the doctor's message read. “Should I bring them to you after work?”

“No need. I will get it tomorrow.” He Zhishu replied.

Another message came in. “I tried calling you several times yesterday, you didn't pick up. Can you answer the phone now?”

He Zhishu smiled, thought about it and said, ”I will go tomorrow, then we can talk.”

Ai Ziyu didn't reply anymore. He Zhishu read the news of the meeting. Even as he sat he was quick to get exhausted, so he placed down his phone and took a nap. Later he was awoken by a pinch on the cheeks. He Zhishu opened his eyes and saw in a blur Jiang Wenxu. He felt a bit shy being seen in such an unprepared state, even by his lover. Jiang Wenxu caressed He Zhishu's hair and there was affection in his touch. He was just tired, but he is not ready to give up on their relations.h.i.+p. He Zhishu smiled, revealing a dimple in his left cheek.

“Brother Jiang…” he spoke softly.

After so many years, Jiang Wenxu can speak a standard Beijing dialect. When he had lost is his old accent it was impossible for him to do it again. But He Zhishu retained his accent, stubborn as he is in everything. It has not changed in the past ten years. His words were soothing and it reminded Jiang Wenxu of the Jiangnan water town. He Zhishu fell right back to sleep. Jiang Wenxu groaned, then took a blanket and gently placed it over He Zhishu. He went back to the study room and saw that his phone was vibrating on the desk. He check who it was and saw that it was Shen Zui. He was a bit annoyed.