Chapter 162 - A Provocation or An Invitation?
They remained in their positions until Zuo Yi's voice interrupted their reverie outside the door.
“Brother?” Zuo Yi scanned the room, unable to locate Zuo Bo and Loong Shen at first. Just as he pondered their absence, the two emerged from the bathroom.
Zuo Yi, realizing his timing wasn't ideal, hesitated but proceeded, “Mr. Loong Shen, I'll conduct a check-up.”
“I'm such a fool. Finally, I get a chance to be alone with Mr. Loong Shen and I mess it up,” Zuo Yi berated himself silently, though his visit stemmed from genuine concern for Loong Shen's well-being.
Despite his inner chastisement, Zuo Yi's swift arrival was prompted by worries about Loong Shen's health.
Loong Shen, without a word, gestured to the nearby sofa, indicating Zuo Yi should proceed.
Apologetically glancing at Zuo Bo, Zuo Yi approached Loong Shen.
Meanwhile, Zuo Bo remained rooted in place, his attention never wavering from Loong Shen.
His gaze lingered on Loong Shen, momentarily considering lighting a cigarette before thinking better of it, mindful of Loong Shen's condition.
“Luckily, it's just a mild sedative with minimal impact on the body. Though I may feel weak presently, rest should aid recovery,” Zuo Yi reassured after the examination.
With relief, Zuo Yi advised Loong Shen to rest and allow the effects of the medication to subside gradually.
Exhaustion kept Loong Shen silent.
“I'll join you for a nap,” Loong Shen declared, heading towards Zuo Bo's bed without awaiting a response.
Zuo Bo found Loong Shen's request incredulous; the thought of Loong Shen sharing his bed was beyond his imagination.
Yet, as Loong Shen turned away, he made a simple request, “You'll stay, won't you?”
Momentarily stunned, Zuo Bo assured, “Rest assured, I'll be here.”
Relief washed over Zuo Bo; Loong Shen's calm demeanor brought solace.
Loong Shen's faint smile conveyed warmth as he calmly instructed Zuo Yi, “Tend to your brother's swollen face. I'm retiring for the night.”
Though seemingly indifferent, his words evoked a sense of warmth and pride.
Covering his face, Zuo Bo chuckled softly, appreciating Loong Shen's gesture.
Observing their improved spirits, Zuo Yi felt reassured, opting to respect their privacy by withdrawing.
Zuo Yi, noting Zuo Bo's indifference to minor injuries, decided against further intervention and left to grant them privacy.
Once alone, Zuo Bo settled onto the sofa, his gaze fixed on Loong Shen's turned back.
Sensing Zuo Bo's restlessness, Loong Shen broke the silence, “You wanted to join me on the bed, didn't you? Why not give it a try?”
Whether challenge or invitation, remained ambiguous.
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