Chapter 442: Next Door 10_1
As she said this, He Zhilan was ready to stand up and pour some hot tea for everyone. But as she stood up, she remembered that all the hot water He Teng brought seemed to be used up. She felt somewhat embarrassed, having already asked if anyone wanted tea. If she didn’t at least make an effort, it might seem like she was insincere.
He Zhilan was considering pretending to get up and realizing only then that the water in the teapot was gone and then apologizing to the two elder sisters. However, Hen Cailuan was quicker than her, swiftly picking up the teapot and pouring it herself. She laughed, "It’s best that you keep those hands of yours safe, don’t injure yourself pouring us water. If He Teng finds out, he’ll be furious with us for bullying you!"
With that said, Hen Cailuan poured the hot water into a small cup, sipping as she sighed, "In the barracks, everyone always says that our Captain He is dull and uncouth, a mute and a blockhead. But look, even if he’s mute, he’s still thoughtful, much better than my husband. My husband would never remember to heat water for us!"
Listening to Hen Cailuan’s words, and watching her pour water to drink by herself, He Zhilan couldn’t help but chuckle. This must have been brought by He Teng while she was asleep!
After finishing her drink, Hen Cailuan poured another cup for Zhang Lian, showing no hesitation towards He Zhilan. But as Zhang Lian was drinking, Hen Cailuan suddenly said, "Lian, you and your husband were really noisy last night~ It was like dry wood meets a raging fire~ I could hear it from next door the entire night!"
"Pfth—" Zhang Lian spewed out a mouthful of tea, her face flushed from trying to suppress her laughter.
Done, Hen Cailuan then turned to He Zhilan. Feeling Hen Cailuan’s gaze, He Zhilan instinctively tensed up, wondering whether she was about to comment on her and He Teng’s noise from last night.