He undressed quickly, changed into sportswear, and slipped under the blanket. The bed was cold, and he shivered slightly. But the pillow’s familiar sweet scent comforted him, and he nuzzled it happily.
Rufeng entered, and seeing her second brother’s joyful expression softened her heart. She tucked him in, whispering, “Sleep well, second brother.”
Qifeng reached out, tentatively holding her hand.
Rufeng gently held back. “I’ll stay with you.”
Qifeng closed his eyes, his smile never fading.
Soon, a phone ring broke the silence.
Qifeng opened his eyes and looked at Rufeng before reaching for his phone. After several “hello”s with no response, he just stared at her. Rufeng, confused, finally noted, “You can talk on the phone, silly brother!”
Qifeng said “Hello” to his assistant, who inquired about work. Rufeng pinched his hand, reminding him, “You’re sleeping today.” Surprised, Qifeng told his assistant he was sleeping and added, “Don’t mess things up,” before hanging up.
Rufeng turned off the phone and hid it under the pillow, assuring him, “Now you can sleep peacefully.” Holding her hand tightly, she leaned against the bed, watching her brother sleep with rosy cheeks, a smile spreading on her face.
Qifeng slept from morning until sunset, not waking once. Upon waking, he saw Rufeng beside the bed and instinctively called, “Feng’er!” remembering her morning rule, he stopped. Rufeng laughed, “You’re so obedient!”
“Feng’er, you’re not angry anymore?” Qifeng asked, his eyes lighting up. “No, not angry,” she thought, reflecting on how long she could stay angry with her second brother. Cherishing the warm moment, he wished it could always be like this— waking up to her no longer surrounded by darkness.
Qifeng’s smile paused slightly. “Second Brother!” she said. “Hmm?” he replied in a low, hoarse tone. “You are my second brother, forever my most beloved brother!”
She gripped his hand, speaking seriously, “Lovers may change, but brothers never will.”
Qi Feng remained silent, waiting for her to continue.
“You are my brother, my most beloved brother, and that will never change. As for everything else…” Ru Feng spoke slowly, “Absolutely impossible!”
As soon as the words left her mouth, Ru Feng let out a light breath. She had thought about it all night and finally found the courage to refuse, confronting her second brother who had doted on her.
