"Be careful, Xiaoxiao." A familiar and deep voice sounded in her ears. It was Fu Yanchen, but it seemed like just a fantasy in her heart.

However, the warmth and firmness of those hands were so real that she couldn't help but lean on them.

Xu Xiaoxiao was stunned for a moment, then reacted and moved away from him a little.

Fu Yanchen was stunned for a moment, with obvious disappointment in his eyes.

Xu Xiaoxiao forced a smile and said gratefully: "Thank you, I'm fine, maybe I just got up too quickly."

The tall figure did not let go of her immediately, but waited until she stood firmly on her feet before slowly loosening his hand.

Xu Xiaoxiao looked up and saw Fu Yanchen's eyes full of worry and concern.

"Why are you here?" Xu Xiaoxiao asked in surprise, with an indescribable complex emotion surging in her heart.

Fu Yanchen smiled gently, with a hint of tenderness and helplessness in that smile.

"Nan Weiwei said you were sick and no one was taking care of you, so I came to see you. I left for a few minutes this time to make you some porridge so you could drink it when you woke up. I didn't expect you to wake up, and I didn't expect you to be so careless and almost fall down. Xiaoxiao, I'm worried about you..."

When Xu Xiaoxiao heard this, a complex emotion surged in her heart. She didn't know what to say, so she just lowered her head silently, as if trying to avoid that burning gaze.

However, Fu Yanchen did not give her a chance to escape.

He gently held her hand and said softly, "Xiaoxiao, you are sick now, so let me stay, okay? I will stay and take care of you, and I will leave when you get better."

Hearing this, Xu Xiaoxiao felt an irrepressible surge of emotion in her heart.

She looked up at Fu Yanchen, tears glistening in her eyes, as if all her emotions were about to overflow.

She knew that Fu Yanchen really meant the warmth and care at this moment, and she really didn't want to have too much entanglement with him.

"I'm really fine. I've taken medicine and I'm sure I'll be fine soon. These minor illnesses and pains are nothing to me. I remember when I was in prison, I once had a fever of 40 degrees, but I still managed to get through it."

Although Xu Xiaoxiao's voice was weak, it revealed a hint of stubbornness. She tried to push Fu Yanchen away and wanted to pour herself a glass of water to relieve her thirst as if she was burned by fire.

Fu Yanchen's eyes were filled with self-blame, regret, and guilt. He held Xu Xiaoxiao's hand tightly, and his tone was firm and unquestionable: "Xiaoxiao, I know you have a knot in your heart that you can't let go. But now, I have nothing else to ask for, I just hope you can let me take care of you. When you recover from your illness, I will leave naturally and will not cause you any trouble. So, don't refuse me, okay? Just lie down and rest, I'll make you some porridge to warm you up."

Having said that, Fu Yanchen carried Xu Xiaoxiao back to the bed without saying anything, his movements were gentle but with irresistible force.

"Fu Yanchen, you...let me go..." Xu Xiaoxiao struggled, trying to break free from his restraints, but her strength was obviously no match for Fu Yanchen.

Fu Yanchen's eyes suddenly became deep and dangerous. He lowered his voice and whispered in Xu Xiaoxiao's ear: "Xiaoxiao, be obedient and don't make me worry. You need to rest and be taken care of now. Otherwise, I might really take advantage of you."

Feeling the oppression coming from Fu Yanchen, Xu Xiaoxiao couldn't help but feel a little scared.

She widened her eyes and looked at Fu Yanchen nervously, her voice trembling slightly: "You...you get out of the way first, I feel very uncomfortable when you do this."

"Then... do you agree to let me stay and take care of you?" Fu Yanchen took the opportunity to ask.

"Whatever...it's up to you!" Xu Xiaoxiao dodged a few times.

Seeing this, Fu Yanchen sighed slightly and finally let go of her hand, but his eyes never left Xu Xiaoxiao.

He knew that he couldn't push too hard, otherwise Xu Xiaoxiao would only reject him more.

He gently covered Xu Xiaoxiao with a blanket and went to the kitchen to prepare porridge.

After Fu Yanchen left, the room fell into a brief silence.

Xu Xiaoxiao lay on the bed, staring at the ceiling with wide eyes, feeling mixed emotions. Looking at the busy figures in the kitchen, Xu Xiaoxiao felt nervous. This was always her dream scene, but now she no longer cared about it.

Looking back on the days in prison, Xu Xiaoxiao felt as if she had become accustomed to loneliness and strength.

She had never thought that one day someone would be willing to take care of her so attentively, especially when that person was Fu Yanchen - someone she had tried to stay away from but could never completely let go of.

The dryness in her throat came again. Xu Xiaoxiao struggled to get up and pour some water, but her physical discomfort forced her to give up the idea. Forget it, she might fall again soon, and she didn't want to trouble Fu Yanchen again.

She sighed and closed her eyes, trying to calm herself.

Just then, the door was gently pushed open, and Fu Yanchen walked in with a cup of warm water and a bowl of hot porridge.

He saw Xu Xiaoxiao still lying on the bed, and a hint of worry flashed across his eyes, but it was quickly replaced by tenderness.

"Xiaoxiao, come, drink some water first." Fu Yanchen said softly, handing the cup to Xu Xiaoxiao's mouth.

Xu Xiaoxiao hesitated for a moment, but still took the cup and drank it in small sips.

The warm water moistened her throat and warmed her heart.

"Have some more porridge. I made it especially for you. I added some light ingredients to it. It's good for your body." Fu Yanchen said again, handing the bowl of porridge to Xu Xiaoxiao.

Xu Xiaoxiao looked at Fu Yanchen and felt an indescribable emotion in her heart.

She took the bowl of porridge and drank it silently.

"Thank you, Fu Yanchen, I'm fine now, you can leave." Xu Xiaoxiao said in a low voice, with a hint of sob in her voice.

"How can I leave with peace of mind when you're like this?" Fu Yanchen's voice was full of worry. He looked at Xu Xiaoxiao's pale face with mixed feelings.

However, Xu Xiaoxiao seemed to deliberately avoid his topic, turned over, and lay down with her back to him.

Fu Yanchen sighed helplessly. He knew Xu Xiaoxiao's temper and understood that she needed to rest now, so he didn't want to say more.

He suppressed the urge in his heart and did not disturb her again.

His hand unconsciously touched the pocket of his suit pants, where he hid the gift he carefully prepared for Xu Xiaoxiao. Originally, he planned to give it to Xu Xiaoxiao today as a surprise. But now it seems that this plan can only be put on hold for the time being, and wait until she recovers from her illness.

"Then you should have a good rest," Fu Yanchen said softly, "I'll just deal with some documents on the sofa next to you. If you need anything or want to do anything, please let me know at any time."

After saying that, he stood up, walked to the sofa, sat down, opened his laptop, and began to deal with the pile of work.

However, he could never fully concentrate on his work.

He looked up at Xu Xiaoxiao from time to time to make sure she was sleeping soundly and not disturbed.

Time passed quietly, and the atmosphere in the house was peaceful and harmonious.

Although Fu Yanchen was busy, he felt an unprecedented satisfaction and happiness in his heart.

He knew that as long as Xu Xiaoxiao was healthy, he had nothing else to ask for.

In the afternoon, Xu Xiaoxiao's fever finally subsided and she became much more awake. She slowly opened her eyes and saw Fu Yanchen still sitting on the sofa, processing documents. A warm and complex emotion surged in her heart.

"You... have you been here all the time? All day?" Xu Xiaoxiao's voice was a little hoarse.

Fu Yanchen raised his head and looked at Xu Xiaoxiao, with a tired but satisfied smile on his face: "Of course, I said, I will always be here with you."

At that moment, Xu Xiaoxiao seemed to see the determination and affection in Fu Yanchen's eyes, and an indescribable complex emotion surged in her heart.

"Fu Yanchen, why do you have to do this?" Xu Xiaoxiao's voice was filled with helplessness and bitterness. "I made it very clear that day that it's impossible for you and I to be together. There are too many barriers between us, including several lives. You can't imagine this."

Fu Yanchen listened quietly, his eyes not wavering at all: "Xiaoxiao, it is your right to reject me, and I respect your choice. But protecting you and taking care of you is my right, and it is also my own will. I don't ask for anything in return, I just hope you can let me do something for you."

Xu Xiaoxiao was silent. She looked at Fu Yanchen, with complicated emotions in her heart.

It would have been great if Fu Yanchen had believed in her as deeply as he does now when she was in trouble.

Unfortunately, it was too late, the rift between them was too deep to be easily mended.

"What do you want to eat? I'll make it." Fu Yanchen tried to break the silence, his voice full of tenderness and consideration.

Xu Xiaoxiao shook her head. Her mind was not on food right now.

She looked around for her cell phone and said anxiously, "No, where's my cell phone? Give it to me, I'll call Nan Weiwei. She must be in a bad mood today. Nan Yifeng is dating Xiao Bing."

Upon hearing this, Fu Yanchen immediately picked up Xu Xiaoxiao's phone from the bedside table and handed it to her.

He looked at Xu Xiaoxiao's anxious expression and couldn't help feeling a little worried.

He knew that Nan Weiwei and Xu Xiaoxiao were not only sisters but also good friends, and her affairs would definitely affect Xu Xiaoxiao's mood.

"Don't worry! Nan Yifeng will handle it." Fu Yanchen knew what Xu Xiaoxiao was worried about.

Xu Xiaoxiao ignored Fu Yanchen, took the phone, and quickly dialed Nan Weiwei.

She knew that Nan Weiwei needed to talk to her friends and talk about her worries and distress.

Fu Yanchen sat quietly beside her, accompanying her and waiting for her needs.

At this moment, Fu Yanchen deeply realized that no matter how many estrangements and difficulties there were between him and Xu Xiaoxiao, he was willing to silently guard her side and provide her with support and help.

Even if it was just a small gesture, as long as it could make Xu Xiaoxiao feel a little warmth and comfort, he would be willing to do it.

Xu Xiaoxiao sat on the bed, the screen of her mobile phone showing a series of missed calls, all of which were to Nan Weiwei.

Her brows were furrowed, and her eyes revealed an unconcealable worry.

At this time, Fu Yanchen, who was sitting opposite him, patted his shoulder gently, trying to ease his tension.

"Maybe she has her own things to do when she goes out. Don't worry. She probably won't look for Nan Yifeng. Even if she does, it's okay. She won't lose control of herself."

Fu Yanchen's voice was gentle and steady, and his analysis made a lot of sense.

However, the worry on Xu Xiaoxiao's face did not disappear.

"But she's never been like this before. She always kept her phone with her."

Xu Xiaoxiao whispered, her fingers unconsciously rubbing the edge of the phone, "I called her so many times, but she didn't answer any of them. Besides, Sister Na said she went out at three in the afternoon and hasn't come back yet."

Fu Yanchen frowned slightly when he heard this, but he quickly regained his composure: "Everyone has their own private affairs. Maybe Weiwei just encountered an emergency and didn't have time to tell you. Let's wait and see, maybe she will contact you soon."

Xu Xiaoxiao nodded. Although he was still a little uneasy, he also understood that what Fu Yanchen said made sense.

He took a deep breath and tried to calm himself down. At this moment, his cell phone suddenly rang, and Nan Weiwei's name appeared on the screen.

Xu Xiaoxiao quickly answered the phone, only to hear Nan Weiwei's familiar and slightly apologetic voice: "Xiaoxiao, I'm sorry to have made you worry. I went out to do something this afternoon, and my phone ran out of battery, so I didn't receive your call. I'm back now, are you okay?"

Hearing Nan Weiwei's voice, Xu Xiaoxiao finally felt relieved. He breathed a sigh of relief, and the corners of his mouth rose unconsciously: "It's okay, as long as you are okay. Remember to bring a power bank next time, don't let me worry anymore."

"Okay, bye." Nan Weiwei hung up the phone in a hurry.

Xu Xiaoxiao, "......"

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