I Got Rich in Period Fiction
Chapter 188 Lingering Distress

Chapter 188: Chapter 188 Lingering Distress

In the evening, He Xiuyu was preparing to take He Xuerong back to the He Family.

Qiao Qingyu carefully dressed up Rongrong, tying two red hair flowers into her little braids, putting her into a yellow puffy skirt, and red leather shoes with white socks embroidered with butterflies.

Rongrong was beautiful and with her rosy complexion, she looked just like a little princess.

Qiao Qingyu was very satisfied.

No matter what, He Xuerong was living with her, and she didn’t care about Meng Siqi and He Juanjuan, but she wanted to reassure He Shan.

Rongrong was happy to go see her grandfather, but she was reluctant to leave Qiao Qingyu. She said, "Little aunt, wait for us obediently, we’ll be back very soon."

Qiao Qingyu pinched her cheek and then looked at He Xiuyu, "You guys should go now, the buses will get crowded soon."

He Xiuyu was holding He Xuerong’s hand as they walked out and closed the door. Feeling uneasy, he said to He Xuerong, "Rongrong, wait for Uncle for a moment. Uncle needs to talk to your little aunt for a few words."

He Xuerong’s eyes darted around, and she obediently stood in front of the corridor wall, nodding intensely.

He Xiuyu opened the door again. Qiao Qingyu was tidying the clothes He Xuerong had changed out of. Surprised by He Xiuyu’s return, she asked, "Did you forget something?"

He Xiuyu couldn’t possibly return home empty-handed, he had bought pastry, canned goods and sausages, and five kilograms of apples with a Special Supply Ticket, all in a carry bag.

He Xiuyu shook his head, stopped a few steps away from Qiao Qingyu, his eyes dimmed, his voice carried some apology, "I’m sorry for leaving you alone here."

Qiao Qingyu didn’t mind at all. "It’s okay, even if you asked me to go, I couldn’t. It would be really awkward."

"You, Comrade Xiao Qiao, rest assured, this awkwardness will definitely be resolved."

Qiao Qingyu didn’t hold much hope for that. Women understand women, and honestly, even if He Xiuyu was a genius, he couldn’t possibly grasp all of Meng Siqi’s psychological activities. Whenever she was mentioned, there was always a subtle, instantly ignitable emotion.

But Qiao Qingyu still nodded. "I hope so."

He Xiuyu looked outside the door, which was ajar. He reached out and grabbed Qiao Qingyu’s hand. His palm was very dry, perhaps because he had been working in the workshop for the past two years, so his hands were calloused. Yet, when such hands held hers, it felt very comforting.

Qiao Qingyu didn’t struggle, letting him hold her hand, but her fair cheeks still reddened slightly.

In theory, she was an experienced person, but in practice, she had zero experience.

Not to mention facing a man whose face, body, and even his hands were perfect.

She hadn’t cultivated the way of ruthlessness, so how could she not blush and feel her heart race!

He Xiuyu corrected Qiao Qingyu, "It’s not just hope so; it will definitely be so. Please believe in me, will you?"

Qiao Qingyu felt a sour feeling rise in her heart. Actually, if He Xiuyu didn’t know her, then he wouldn’t have needed to endure such difficulties.

But it was pointless to say anything more at this point.

Qiao Qingyu pursed her lips and smiled, her eyes tender, her voice gentler, "You’re so smart, you’ll definitely handle it well. I believe in you!"

"As long as you believe in me, I’m not afraid of anything."

Qiao Qingyu looked at He Xiuyu, her bright eyes shining with ripples, "Really? Is my trust that powerful?"

He Xiuyu felt a stir in his heart, an indescribable emotion controlled his whole being, and without thinking about why he made such a gesture, he had already pulled Qiao Qingyu into his arms. Qiao Qingyu was startled and just about to struggle when He Xiuyu softly said from above her head, "Don’t be afraid, I just want to hug you."

Qiao Qingyu’s body stiffened, not daring to move—after all, this wasn’t the first time they had been this close.

Hejia Village was the first time, her sudden faint was the second.

But this third time was when both people were fully aware.

Her face was against his chest, their breaths mingling together, and they could hear each other’s irregular heartbeats. The sound was truly persistent and achingly tender.

Qiao Qingyu felt that the chest against her face was very solid, and somehow, she quietly extended her hand and wrapped it around his waist.

Indeed, his slim waist was solid and firm, and it felt very good.

Qiao Qingyu’s cheeks immediately blushed.

But deep down, she felt immensely happy.

Fortunately, her reason took over quickly, and she soon let go of her hand and pushed He Xiuyu away, decided to reassure him, "Don’t worry about me; I was just going to sort some things out here alone. Besides, I believe everything you said, so you should hurry back home with Rongrong."

Even though Qiao Qingyu had pushed him away, a faint fragrance still lingered around He Xiuyu’s nose, making him feel very satisfied, his peach-blossom eyes full of tender warmth.

"Just stay in the guesthouse, and do not go out tonight. Rongrong and I will be back soon," He Xiuyu instructed with concern.

"Alright, alright, hurry up. Didn’t you leave Rongrong alone in the corridor?"

He Xiuyu smiled, ruffled Qiao Qingyu’s hair, then turned and pushed open the door, clasping Rongrong’s hand. Qiao Qingyu also came out, and the two of them shared another smile.

A gentle tenderness enveloped the two of them like water.

Qiao Qingyu urged again, and then He Xiuyu finally picked up Rongrong and quickly left.

Qiao Qingyu stood at the doorway until they disappeared by the staircase, then with a smile lingering on her lips, stepped briskly back to her bedroom.

Outside the window, stars speckled the skyline, and lights of a thousand homes twinkled. Having such a man by her side, she thought she might as well walk this path with him.

...

It was supposed to be a return at night, but He Xiuyu and He Xuerong did not return all night and did not even call.

Qiao Qingyu didn’t think much of it; after all, it was He Xiuyu’s home. How could one simply take a glance and come back?

After planning her next steps, Qiao Qingyu went downstairs for breakfast.

Just as she opened the door, Old Xie hurried over from the direction of the stairs.

Qiao Qingyu stopped and asked, "Director Xie, is there something you need?"

Old Xie hesitated, then shook his head, "No, nothing, just calling you down for breakfast."

Qiao Qingyu thought Old Xie was acting a bit strange.

But it wasn’t right to ask too much.

After breakfast, Old Xie said, "Qingyu, if you want to buy anything else, do it quickly; we’re heading back to Xichuan tomorrow."

Qiao Qingyu hadn’t expected to leave so suddenly, but she didn’t dwell on it, and went back to her room to get her money and shoulder bag and headed to West Street to shop.

Despite having spent several months in Xichuan, she still had quite a few friends, and a trip to Beijing wasn’t easy; she had to bring back some gifts for them and also needed to buy some things for herself, He Xiuyu, and Rongrong.

West Street had many bargaining shops, slightly more expensive than planned goods, but no tickets were required, so there were also more people at the counters.

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