Chapter 54

C54 – Seems to fall in love with Mu Sifa

Shang Xiaojie was perennially apprehensive about leaving school, wishing fervently that time could stand still at this very moment. If it did, he wouldn’t be compelled to confront his elder sister back at the Mu Family residence.

However, as time inevitably sped on, he found himself back at the Mu Family estate.

With a heart pounding in fear, Shang Xiaojie entered the grand hall, only allowing himself to proceed when he ascertained it was devoid of people.

Mu Xiaoxiao, trailing behind him, was cognizant of his trepidation and hence, didn’t rush him.

Spotting them, the seasoned housekeeper, Aunt Mu, approached them with a nod. She said, “The master’s wife and the Third Young Master are currently occupied at the hospital and have yet to return. Would the Third Young Madame and Fourth Miss prefer to dine now, or would you rather await the arrival of the old master and the others?”

“So busy? What happened?”

Mu Xiaoxiao seemed to have already gotten used to it.

“I received word that Mr. Xi Men’s party has suffered an assault, resulting in numerous injuries among our comrades. Currently, our leader is tending to one of Mr. Xi Men’s associates.”

“Attacked? The situation here is getting increasingly tumultuous! Incidents seem to crop up constantly. Well then, I suppose I’ll dine with Xiaojie first! Father and the rest are likely to be tied up until the wee hours.”nove(l)bi(n.)com

He casually tossed his backpack onto the couch, plopped down without ceremony, and seized the glass of water served by the attendant, emptying it in a single swig.

“Ah, we’ve managed to survive! This weather could nearly be our death from the heat!” He wiped his lips and let out a yawn.

“Third Young Madame, please have a drink.”

“Ah! Okay!” Shang Xiaojie echoed in astonishment, following along.

Roughly two hours later, Shang Xiaojie was sated from his meal and fresh from a shower. He had also completed his homework, yet Mu Sifa had not returned home.

“Could it be that work is so demanding?” Shang Xiaojie quietly questioned, toying with a pen against his cheek as he pondered.

Mu Sifa was absent, and his absence created a void that he couldn’t ignore.

“I wonder if he’s had his meal yet.” He let out a sigh, then flopped onto the computer desk, feeling as out of place as a fish out of water.

He pulled out his phone and his gaze remained fixated on Mu Sifa’s number.

“Should I give him a ring to check on him?” The question emerged from his uncertainty.

Why should I feel such concern for him? Why the sudden worry about whether he’s eaten or not, especially after his blatant disregard for me earlier?

Shang Xiaojie’s agitation grew as he scratched his head. Then, his actions abruptly ceased and his face gradually flushed a deep crimson.

“But today, he was extraordinarily gentle with me! He didn’t cause any harm.”

No, no, no. I mustn’t let myself be swayed by him. What if I end up falling for him? He was nothing less than a formidable demon.

Eh? Eh? Delight... Like it? Like Mu Sifa?

Stunned, Shang Xiaojie’s face flushed. He lay on the table like a cooked prawn, not daring to raise his head.