Chapter 441: Old Master Xi’s birthday
The sun had dipped below the horizon, casting a warm, golden hue across the sky. The city’s buildings stood silhouetted against the fading light, their windows beginning to twinkle with the soft glow of interior lights. A gentle breeze rustled the leaves of trees, carrying with it the faint scent of flowers in bloom.
Qin Yan returned to the Moonlight villa after meeting with Qiao Qing. Xi Ting happened to be there when Qin Yan arrived at home.
Qin Yan moved to the living room, sinking into the plush comfort of the couch. She let herself unwind as Auntie He served her water.
As she took a sip of water, Qin Yan heard footsteps descending the staircase. She turned her gaze towards the living room’s entrance and there he was: Xi Ting, making his way down from his study room. The soft, warm lighting in the living room cast a welcoming glow as he entered, his presence adding to the sense of comfort that enveloped the space.
Xi Ting’s eyes met Qin Yan’s, and a smile curved on his lips. He sank into the cushioned seat beside her on the couch, a subtle sigh escaping him as he settled in. Their shoulders brushed, and Qin Yan felt a surge of warmth, an unspoken reassurance that he was glad to be by her side.
He held Qin Yan’s shoulder gently and hugged her sideways before asking, "How was your day?"
"Nice," Qin Yan replied with a smile, "What about you? You returned early from the office today?"
"Yes, I had finished the work in the office so I decided to come back early and wait for you," Xi Ting tapped Qin Yan’s nose playfully.
"How obedient," Qin Yan laughed.
Xi Ting then said to Qin Yan, "By the way, grandfather’s birthday banquet is in a few days. We have to go back to attend it."
"Grandfather’s birthday?"