Chapter 106 - Guilty
Muchen lay sprawled on the comfy sofa, staring at the kitchen with a pout that could rival a toddler denied candy. His best friend, Shao, was bustling around, humming a tune so offbeat it could make a deaf cat cringe.
"You should be a singer," Muchen called out, a teasing grin tugging at his lips.
"I’ve been told I have a great voice, thank you very much," Shao retorted, handing him a hot water bag. "Keep it on your tummy."
"Thanks..." Muchen mumbled, placing the warm bag on his stomach. He sipped his calming tea, savoring every drop like it was the elixir of life. In his other hand, he clutched his phone, a slight frown creasing his brow.
"Keep your phone away," Shao ordered, his tone brooking no argument.
"Yes, grandma," Muchen muttered, sending another emoji to Yunfeng. Strangely, his lover hadn’t replied. Yunfeng usually responded in seconds. "He must be asleep..."
Shao glared down at him. "Phone. Down. Now."
"Okay..." Muchen reluctantly placed the phone on the table and took a deep breath, trying to ignore the gnawing worry in his chest.
Hours later, Muchen finally felt better. The vomiting had reduced to just gagging, and the throbbing pain in his stomach had subsided. By then, it was dark outside.