Nearby, Fu Hanjiang silently watched, feeling somewhat melancholic.
He hadn't realized how close Xiangsi was to his brother.
He vaguely remembered that his brother cherished Xiangsi greatly. His brother was a very kind person, good to everyone…
It was natural for Xiangsi to respect him.
Presumably, Xiangsi was also saddened by the loss of the child, even though her relationship with Yao Leyi wasn't great.
Unfortunately, back then, he was overwhelmed with guilt towards his brother… He never considered things from her perspective.
But now, saying all this is meaningless.
…
Leaving the hospital room, Fu Hanjiang noticed her eyes were severely swollen. "Wait here for a moment. I'll get an ice pack from the nurse to reduce the swelling."
Her eyes were so red and swollen from crying that she couldn't meet anyone without applying a cold compress.
"…Thank you."
Sheng Xiangsi nodded blankly.
However, as soon as Fu Hanjiang walked away, she seemed to wake up suddenly and immediately turned and hurried toward the hospital exit.
She needed to leave here immediately!
She now confirmed that what Yao Leyi said was true—
Han Chuan had woken up. Fu Hanjiang, who revered his brother, couldn't stay with Yao Leyi anymore. He feared his brother's misunderstanding, so he needed her back as his shield!
That's why he had been unusually kind to her lately!
Just thinking about everything he had done in recent days made her shiver uncontrollably!
She hadn't felt this scared in a long time!
That feeling of despair in a loveless marriage was like a drowning person… struggling desperately every second!
Meanwhile, Fu Hanjiang returned with the ice pack but found Sheng Xiangsi gone.
"Where is she?"
The nurse told him, "That girl? She just left, shouldn't have gone far…"
Before the nurse finished, Fu Hanjiang turned and ran out.
With his long legs, he quickly reached the hospital exit before Sheng Xiangsi could leave.
"Xiangsi!"
"!"
Sheng Xiangsi stiffened and looked back to see the man frowning and running towards her. Her fear peaked at that moment.
"Xiangsi!"
Fu Hanjiang extended his arm and grabbed her wrist, pulling her towards him with a bit too much force, almost pressing her against his chest.
Suddenly, Sheng Xiangsi's eyes widened, her body trembled uncontrollably, and she lost control, "Ah…"
"!" Fu Hanjiang was stunned. Xiangsi…
Was she having another episode? It had been a while since she last had one. Why did this happen to her?
"Let go! Let go!"
"Okay, okay!" Fu Hanjiang immediately let go, raising his hands, "I've let go. Don't be afraid!"
Sheng Xiangsi glared at him warily, "Step back!"
"Okay, I'll step back!"
She was acting very strangely. Fu Hanjiang could only comply, stepping back slowly.
The elevator arrived, and the doors opened.
Sheng Xiangsi turned and rushed in, frantically pressing the close button.
Muttering, "Hurry! Hurry!"
"Xiangsi!"
The elevator doors closed just in front of him. Fu Hanjiang was a second too late and could only slap the door in frustration.
…
The elevator stopped on the ground floor, and Sheng Xiangsi, trembling, stepped out. She didn't dare stop, fearing that Fu Hanjiang might catch up!
With her head down, she ran forward heedlessly.
Not watching where she was going, she accidentally bumped into someone.
"Ah…"
Without looking up, Sheng Xiangsi reflexively apologized, "Sorry, sorry!"
The person looked down at her, frowning slightly.
"Xiangsi?"
"?"
The voice was familiar. Sheng Xiangsi looked up in confusion and recognized the person, "Zhong… Zhong Pei."
"Yes, it's me."
Zhong Pei frowned with concern and confusion.
"What happened to you?"
He noticed she was trembling. Her face was pale, and her lips were colorless—she was clearly terrified.
"What happened? Are you being chased?"
"Yes…"
Sheng Xiangsi's emotions were unstable, despite her efforts to calm down.
In her anxiety, her eyes reddened, and tears welled up.
Zhong Pei's heart ached. He spoke gently, "Come with me. I won't hurt you. Do you trust me?"
"…" Sheng Xiangsi trembled but nodded.
"Alright, come on."
Zhong Pei led her to a utility room on the first floor.
She went inside while Zhong Pei stayed outside, slipping in just as…
"Xiangsi!"
Fu Hanjiang rushed out of the elevator, his handsome face full of anxiety, looking around.
"Xiangsi? Can you hear me?"
Not far away, Sheng Xiangsi heard his voice and looked even more distressed, trembling more violently.
Zhong Pei saw this and had many questions but didn't dare ask.
He feared that asking the wrong question might agitate her further.
After a while, Fu Hanjiang, not finding anyone in the lobby, ran outside.
Zhong Pei didn't leave immediately but waited a bit longer.
Seeing Sheng Xiangsi gradually calm down, he tried speaking softly, "I'll go check. Wait here, okay?"
"Mm." Sheng Xiangsi nodded, "Thank you."
"You're welcome."
Zhong Pei smiled lightly and left the utility room.
When he stepped out, he saw Fu Hanjiang driving away. Sighing in relief, he turned back.
Sheng Xiangsi was still standing there, unmoving.
"He's gone," Zhong Pei said gently, "Don't be afraid, you can come out now."
"Oh."
Sheng Xiangsi nodded, stepped out, and took a deep breath.
She smiled apologetically at Zhong Pei, "Sorry for the trouble."
"No trouble at all," Zhong Pei replied. "It was no trouble at all—are you okay? Should I take you home?"
This place was not ideal for calling a cab, and given her current state, he couldn't leave her alone.
Noticing her hesitation, Zhong Pei frowned, "Don't think about refusing. Consider it as friends helping each other."
"…Okay."
Finally, Sheng Xiangsi nodded. "Thank you."
"You're welcome. Let's go."
In the car, Zhong Pei looked at her through the rearview mirror, "Where should I take you?"
"West 12th Street."
"Alright."
Zhong Pei nodded, his curiosity growing.
But he didn't rush to ask. Sheng Xiangsi leaned back in the seat, closed her eyes to rest, and gradually regained her composure.
When they reached Wenchang Road, the car stopped.
"We're here."
Sheng Xiangsi slowly opened her eyes, now clear and composed. "Thank you."
She leaned forward to grab her bag from the back seat.
"Wait."
Zhong Pei stopped her.