The pair found Qiao Zui and the two little ones, ready to take the kids out to play.
Ye Xingbei asked Qiao Zui, "Xiao Qiao, where is Fang Yao?"
Qiao Zui, with a blade of grass in his mouth, mumbled, "He's off running an errand. Acted all mysterious and wouldn't let me come along. No idea what he's up to."
Ye Xingbei frowned, "Did he go alone?"
Though she didn't voice it, both Gu Junzhu and Qiao Zui could see she was concerned for Fang Yao's safety.
Qiao Zui chuckled having spat out the grass, "Aunt, rest assured. Even with one leg our captain would still be invincible. Though I can't speak to other things, he should have no problem running away if needed."
Ye Xingbei, "…Alright, I'm taking Xiao Shu and Xiao Yue out to play. Do you want to come along?"
"I'll pass," said Qiao Zui, stretching out leisurely, "You guys go and enjoy your family time. I won't be a third wheel."
Gu Junzhu raised an eyebrow at him, "Aren't you part of this family too?"
