The next morning, when Ji Fenghe appeared in front of her, Song Mai was clearly taken aback.

She hadn't expected Ji Fenghe to arrive so quickly; she was clearly unprepared.

Ji Fenghe also seemed a bit reserved, and subconsciously asked, "Did I come at the wrong time?"

Song Mai shook her head and slightly turned to gesture for him to come in.

"I rushed over here overnight after receiving your call yesterday." Ji Fenghe vaguely guessed that Song Mai's visit might not just be about outward expressions of longing.

She had never expressed any longing to him before, so her sudden phone call might be a test.

However, he didn't mind. As long as Song Mai was willing to speak up, he could ignore his previous indifference.

He placed the breakfast he was holding on the table, looked around, but did not see An'an.

"Is An'an still not awake?"

“She was a little frightened recently, so it’s no wonder she’s been sleeping in late,” Song Mai said softly. “What have you been busy with lately?”

“The company’s domestic business has just started, and I need to take good care of it. You’ve lost a lot of weight in just a few days,” Ji Fenghe said, his eyes showing concern.

Song Mai didn't ask any further questions about the sincerity of the feelings expressed.

"The studio is getting more and more orders, so it's inevitably getting busier."

The two sat facing each other, listening to the gentle breeze around them. Song Mai subconsciously looked up and met his unspoken gaze.

I had seen him with that expression before, the moment I learned his identity, Ji Fenghe's face showed guilt.

Now that this has happened again, Song Mai understands that he must be hiding something from her.

“You should understand how important An’an is to me, so I will absolutely not let her get into danger,” Song Mai said calmly, taking a deep breath.

Ji Feng placed his hands, crossed, on the table: "I know."

"Can you tell me if An'an's kidnapping has anything to do with you?"

Ji Feng raised one hand as if making a vow, and said earnestly, "It's alright."

Unexpectedly, his reaction was so strong. Song Mai narrowed her eyes and suddenly laughed.

"Don't be nervous, I was just joking with you."

After a moment's hesitation, Ji Feng sighed helplessly, "I know, but I want to tell you my true feelings."

The atmosphere gradually became awkward, and Song Mai looked at the breakfast on the side, trying to divert the two people's attention.

"This is a unique breakfast only available in Nandu. How did you manage to get it?"

Ji Feng's eyes showed a hint of weariness, but he smiled and said, "It's on the way."

I bought breakfast in Nandu and traveled to Nancheng. Despite the bumpy ride, the breakfast still stayed hot.

This clearly demonstrates his true feelings.

Even so, Song Mai's feelings for him will not change in the slightest.

There was no warning knock at the door. Song Mai was puzzled and got up to open it.

Chu Yunxing smiled and held up the breakfast in his hand: "I knew you were awake, so I brought you some food."

Just as he got up to go inside, he looked up and saw Ji Fenghe's figure.

He froze in surprise at first, then said in a low voice, "Long time no see, Young Master Ji."

Ji Feng rose calmly, smiling without any emotion, though the smile didn't reach his eyes: "Long time no see."

"I didn't expect Young Master Ji to travel all the way to Nancheng. Anyone who didn't know better would think he was in a hurry to deal with something." Chu Yunxing hesitated, his words clearly pointing at him.

“I was just worried because I heard about An’an’s disappearance.” Ji Fenghe looked thoughtfully at the breakfast in his hand. “I had heard that Master Yun could guarantee the safety of Mai Zi and An’an, but it seems that’s not the case now.”

"It seems you have excellent information."

Song Mai could sense the faint scent of war in the air. She subconsciously looked up at the building, worried that the two of them would wake An'an.

“An’an is still resting. If you want to make noise, go outside.”

It was rare to hear Song Mai speak so seriously, and the two of them immediately sat obediently at the dining table.

This sight made Song Mai unable to suppress her laughter, but because of what she had just said, she had to force herself to keep a serious expression.

"Do you two have anything else?"

"Yes!" the two said in unison, turning their gazes to Song Mai.

They then exchanged a knowing glance, before immediately turning away in disgust.

They looked just like two kindergarten kids having a fight. Song Mai shook her head helplessly: "Can't we talk about this in a more formal setting?"

"When are you going back to Nandu?" Ji Feng asked curiously.

[When Ji Feng called me just now, he used Song Mai's name, so it seems he's completely dropped the pretense now. His eagerness to urge me back to Nancheng—could he have a backup plan?]

Song Mai composed herself and said with a smile, "I don't know, I'd like to take An'an here for a few more days."

She then looked at Chu Yunxing, only to find him looking down at his phone, completely oblivious to what she had just said.

Song Mai took a deep breath, momentarily at a loss for words.

Little did he know that Chu Yunxing was secretly sending instructions to Shen Que, who was far away in Nandu: "Keep a close eye on Ji Fenghe's movements. If his company makes any moves, be sure to tell me immediately."

Chu Yunxing doesn't care about me at all; he's just busy playing on his phone right now.

Chu Yunxing was startled, and his phone almost fell to the ground.

"It's alright. If you want to stay a few more days, I'll come with you."

Song Mai looked at him in surprise. Could it be that he had mind-reading abilities and could know what she was thinking?

That said, the understanding between us has reached this level. He knows exactly what I'm thinking.

Chu Yunxing touched the tip of his nose guiltily, trying to hide the unease in his eyes.

He didn't know why this happened. Ever since he was able to hear Song Mai's thoughts, he had indeed come to understand her better.

Song Mai hesitated for a moment, then said in a low voice again, "But I don't know if it's safe here. I have a feeling that someone is eyeing An'an with hostility."

Ji Feng asked curiously, "Who is this person you're talking about?"

"Liu Jia'er".

Upon hearing the name, Ji Fenghe's face broke into a stiff smile.

He and Liu Jiaer were already in the same boat; whatever she did would be tied to him.

Ji Feng was surprised that Liu Jia'er was so audacious. He silently calculated and thought about how to discuss the next steps of the plan.

An'an came downstairs in her childish voice and jumped straight into Song Mai's arms.

"Mom, why are you up so early?"

"Why didn't you sleep a little longer because Mom had something to do today?"