Capítulo 1158: Chapter 1149: True Feelings Revealed
“You little rascal, it’s been so long since we last met, and you’ve grown handsome,” Liu Bailong said happily, patting Xiao Yifei’s shoulder. Hearing this, Liu Rui smiled and said, “Of course, look at whose son I am.” Their teasing made Hua Xiangrong chuckle, as if all the worries of yesterday had vanished.
“You’ve had it tough all these years, handling everything on your own,” Liu Bailong said apologetically. Hearing this, Liu Rui shook his head, “Dad, I’m fine. Over the years, I’ve met a lot of people who have been very kind to me.” As Liu Rui said this, it was clear that his words were heartfelt.
Yuan Qi, due to the events of yesterday, was feeling quite drained and temporarily handed over his work at the security bureau to his subordinates to take some time to recuperate. Similarly, thinking of Liu Rui staying in the hospital for so many days, Yuan Qi felt a bit distressed and personally made some bone broth to bring to Liu Rui.
However, upon arriving at the hospital, Yuan Qi suddenly saw Liu Rui happily chatting with a middle-aged man who looked quite like him, and Hua Xiangrong was also there. Upon seeing this, Yuan Qi frowned and, not knowing what was happening, slowly walked over.
“By the way, Rui’er, all these years and you still haven’t brought me a daughter-in-law?” Liu Bailong teased, looking at Liu Rui. Hearing this, Liu Rui awkwardly laughed and felt a bit embarrassed. Hua Xiangrong, seeing this, quickly said, “Uncle Liu, he has one, he’s just shy.”
Upon hearing Hua Xiangrong’s words, Liu Bailong curiously exclaimed, “Oh,” then looked at Liu Rui and said with a smile, “Why are you still shy in front of your dad? Come, tell me about it.” Just as Liu Bailong’s curiosity was piqued, a sudden cough interrupted him.
Following the sound of the cough, Liu Bailong saw a graceful woman standing in front of them, looking at him warily. Liu Bailong, puzzled, looked at the woman and asked, “Who are you?” The woman frowned and asked with malice.
However, before she could finish, a large hand pulled the woman over. Liu Rui pulled the woman to his side and whispered in her ear, “He’s my father.” Hearing this, the woman’s eyes widened in disbelief as she looked at Liu Bailong, her expression turning tense.
This woman was none other than Liu Rui’s fiancée, Yuan Qi. That’s why Yuan Qi was so nervous because the person in front of her was Liu Rui’s father. Moreover, Yuan Qi had just spoken to Liu Bailong like that. Wasn’t she doomed?
Yuan Qi was so nervous she didn’t know what to say. However, Liu Bailong saw it all and laughed heartily, saying, “Liu Rui, aren’t you going to introduce us?” Hua Xiangrong, seeing the couple so flustered, also laughed behind her hand.
Hearing this, Liu Rui nodded and said hesitantly, “Dad, this is my girlfriend, her name is Yuan Qi.” Liu Rui was somewhat tongue-tied, clearly very nervous. It seems introducing one’s girlfriend to their father is a universal source of anxiety for men.
Upon hearing Liu Rui’s introduction, Liu Bailong looked Yuan Qi up and down. Seeing Liu Bailong’s gaze, Yuan Qi became even more nervous, not daring to meet his eyes. After a while, Liu Bailong slowly said, “Young lady, what do you see in our Liu Rui?”
Hearing this, Yuan Qi was stunned, looked up at Liu Bailong, not quite understanding his meaning, because there was a hint of disdain in Liu Bailong’s tone earlier, “Huh, what do you mean?” Yuan Qi seemed a bit dumbfounded.
Seeing this, Liu Bailong smiled and said earnestly, “You don’t know, this kid Liu Rui was never promising since he was a child. I thought he might never get a wife, so I wanted to ask what attracted you to him.” Hearing Liu Bailong say this, Yuan Qi burst out laughing. Read full story at novel{f}ire.net
Beside them, Liu Rui felt somewhat helpless being talked about by his father this way. Yuan Qi also feigned helplessness, saying, “What can I do? If I don’t stick around, he might starve to death.” Hearing this, Liu Bailong laughed heartily.
Yuan Qi, too, felt much more relaxed. She originally thought Liu Rui’s father might be a strict person, but he turned out to enjoy joking, which relieved her. Yuan Qi feared her earlier impolite behavior might make Liu Rui’s father dislike her. Actually, Liu Bailong hadn’t thought along those lines at all. Seeing through Yuan Qi’s demeanor at once, he understood it immediately.
Certainly, with all the troubles recently, she was understandably cautious. The older generation could immediately see it, so Liu Bailong’s thoughts exactly mirrored Yuan Qi’s.
Since Xiao Yifei was attacked by strangers yesterday, Yuan Qi was now more cautious around everyone, hence the earlier scene. “Rui’er, take good care of her,” Liu Bailong said, patting Liu Rui’s shoulder.
Hearing this, Liu Rui quickly nodded. Even without Liu Bailong’s reminder, Liu Rui would naturally do so. After a while, Liu Bailong sighed and said, “I never expected that as soon as I got out of prison, my son would be all grown up.” Although Liu Bailong was sighing, his tone was full of joy and happiness.
Upon hearing Liu Bailong mention getting out of prison, Yuan Qi frowned, wondering if Liu Bailong was imprisoned for some crime. However, looking at him, Liu Bailong didn’t seem like that kind of person, but Yuan Qi didn’t know how to ask, so she remained silent.
Perhaps having noticed Yuan Qi’s confusion, Liu Rui smiled and whispered in her ear, “My dad was imprisoned due to a wrongful conviction.” Hearing Liu Rui’s explanation, Yuan Qi understood and realized that Liu Bailong had spent so long in prison because of injustice.
Remembering how Liu Rui also became a prisoner for various reasons made Yuan Qi feel suddenly saddened. How many families in the world were torn apart by causes beyond their control?
Seeing the change in Yuan Qi’s expression, Liu Rui wrapped her in his arms, comforting her softly, “It’s all behind us now.” Yuan Qi felt warmth in her heart, appreciating how Liu Rui always knew what she was thinking and could comfort her at the right moments.
Being with someone made Yuan Qi indescribably happy. Just then, the emergency room door suddenly opened, and a young nurse emerged. Seeing so many people outside, she wasn’t surprised and said calmly to the crowd, “Are you the patient’s family?”
Hearing this, Liu Rui quickly nodded, “Yes, we are.” Upon receiving confirmation, the nurse continued, “The patient is now out of danger and can be visited.” Hearing this, everyone exclaimed with joy.
Seeing the happy crowd, the nurse also smiled. In this line of work, as long as the families had smiles on their faces, they felt happy as well.