章 1512: Heartache, Discontentment, Jealousy

Shen Luo'an sat by Guan Queye's bedside. She was already asleep. Her breaths were steady, and she looked very peaceful. Although her complexion was a little pale, her sharp features still made her look beautiful.

Guan Queye was holding on to Shen Luo'an's hand tightly. It was almost as if she was afraid that he'd run off in her dreams.

Shen Luo'an was looking through the various medical prescriptions, trying to make out the symptoms that they were meant to treat. His mobile phone at the side suddenly rang. It was from a friend in Kingstown.

They rarely met up in person but had remained close. When Shen Luo'an saw it, he wanted to answer the call. When he failed to pry his hand out of Guan Queye's grasp, he gave up and rejected the call.

He sent a text message to explain: [Someone is asleep. What's up?]

The reply came quickly: [I'm having supper. Guess who I saw?]

Shen Luo'an asked: [Who?]