Chapter 240 - 239: Only Two Months Left (5)
Old Zhu supported Shi Che as they walked over. Ling Chuxia quickly lowered her eyes and then moved forward, reaching out to help Shi Che, whose body leaned towards her unsteadily. Being so close, Ling Chuxia could distinctly smell the strong scent of alcohol on him, and she couldn’t help but frown slightly, whispering, "Why did you drink so much?"
Old Zhu responded, "Young Master Shen has returned. The young master threw a welcome party for Young Master Shen today and had a few extra drinks in his happiness."
Hearing this, Chuxia’s eyes widened slightly, somewhat surprised, "Shen Qian is back?"
Old Zhu nodded, "He came back yesterday."
The surprise in Chuxia’s eyes faded and was slowly replaced by understanding. The relationship between Shen Qian and Shi Che was something she knew all too well - the two had been close since childhood, almost sharing a brotherly bond. Normally, Shi Che would remain somewhat sober while socializing externally, but only with Shen Qian could he drink without any reservations.
Old Zhu and Ling Chuxia together supported Shi Che into the house and helped him to the bed. Glancing at Shi Che, who lay collapsed on the bed, Ling Chuxia smiled at Old Zhu and said, "Old Zhu, you can go back to rest now. I can take care of him."
"Alright, Young Madam," Old Zhu complied and withdrew.
Ling Chuxia closed the bedroom door, walked back to the bed, and looked at Shi Che. He lay there quietly, his eyes slightly closed, his thick eyelashes casting shadows, and a faint blush visible on his cheeks. In this state, he had shed his usual indifference and aloofness, as well as his harshness and danger.
He looked just like he did when they were younger.