บท 294: Abandoned A Daughter

"I didn't know my nephew had grown into such a considerate young man." Hearing the familiar voice of his aunt, Xin Xiamu turned to see Li Man smiling at him with an indescribable warmth and gentleness.

"Aunt," Xin Xiamu opened his mouth to say something but looking at her face he realized he won't be able to hide anything from the woman before his eyes.

With the same warming smile on her gentle face, Li Man stepped closer to him and gave him a hug saying, "Is it hurting?"

With his chin supported on her shoulder, Xiamu felt choked up with emotions. He knew he could hide away from his own mother but his aunt was shrewd enough to read him like an open book. Therefore, he didn't try to hide away his pain or act all understanding before her. "I didn't think it'll be this tough. I thought I was strong enough but... I have overestimated myself."

Li Man smiled with a hint of gloominess in her eyes as she stroked his head slowly. "Who told you to act all strong by yourself?"