The Surrogate Bride of the Colonel He

C127 – How about Giving in to Him

“No progress. Despite combing through the information, I’m coming up empty-handed.” With weary eyes fixed on the data, Loong Shen furrowed his brows and briefed Hee Jingyan over the phone.

Glancing toward the vacant sofa behind him, he realized he was alone in the office, prompting a frown.

Yet, he swiftly dismissed the thought, resuming his scrutiny of the final dossier, blinking away the strain from his eyes. Checking the time, he realized he had been engrossed for over five hours.

Of course, this was Zuo Bo’s cell, where daylight never penetrated. No wonder he hadn’t noticed the time slipping away. He imagined his sister-in-law must have already dozed off beside Hee Jingyan.

“It’s late. I’ll let Hee Jingyan and Xu Yangyi rest undisturbed,” Loong Shen decided, considering the hour.

Meanwhile, Xu Yangyi and Hee Jingyan were preparing for bed, with Hee Jingyan using Xu Yangyi as a pillow. He teasingly remarked on Xu Yangyi’s softness, earning a playful rebuke.

Despite the playful exchange, Hee Jingyan, nursing his mock injuries, remained ensconced around Xu Yangyi, relaxed even as he took the call.

“Stop teasing your husband and get some sleep,” Xu Yangyi chided lightly, rubbing his head affectionately to encourage rest.

Xu Yangyi’s lips twitched. “Isn’t it your fault? I want to sleep too,” he muttered, swatting away an intrusive hand with mock annoyance. “You’re asking for trouble, aren’t you, uncle?” he added with a wry grin.

Damn, answering the phone all serious but still pulling a stunt on me… he’s a real character!

“Well, what’s done is done. No harm in it now,” Xu Yangyi reasoned.

Even before uttering a word, Xu Yangyi swiftly struck Hee Jingyan’s mouth, as he remained engaged in conversation with Loong Shen over the phone.

“Should I advise you to leave and rest, Uncle?” Xu Yangyi fixed Hee Jingyan with a stern glare, a subtle warning flickering in his eyes.

Could Loong Shen have heard that? Oh, who could assist me in digging a hole to bury myself?!

At that instant, Xu Yangyi felt a surge of frustration, even entertaining the notion of silencing Hee Jingyan with a palm strike.

Yet, Hee Jingyan kissed his palm, then glanced at his phone, remarking, “Loong Shen has his own happiness; he won’t mock you.” His intentions were evident, his smile unwavering.

He probably spent the night. Although uncertain if Zuo Bo would seize the opportunity, considering Loong Shen’s past encounters since junior high, what could change?

Loong Shen grasped the implied message in Hee Jingyan’s words but merely chuckled, stating, “You’ll be disappointed, Colonel. If Zuo Bo sought to harm me, he might lack the capability.”

However, his brows furrowed because, if not for Zuo Yi’s unexpected arrival that afternoon, he might have indeed fallen prey to Zuo Bo.

“I’d appreciate it if you could release Soo Soo for now. We can discuss serious matters if you’re available; otherwise, I’ll end the call.” Although directed at Hee Jingyan, Loong Shen prepared to hang up when Hee Jingyan interjected, “How about occasionally conceding to him?”

At those words, Loong Shen trembled. His hand holding the phone paused, his gaze distant. He couldn’t comprehend why.