Chapter 108

The air became very quiet.

The steam from the porridge rose and dissipated, blurring Bai Gaoxing's expression a little.

The back of Li Pu's hand was still on his warm forehead, but the palm of his hand had become hot due to the steam.

He looked at the boy in front of him, curled his fingers slightly, and the next second he felt the boy move away from his hand, "No - I..."

There was a sense of bewilderment in his tone.

Bai Gaoxing suddenly lowered his head, stirring the porridge with a spoon, and spoke quickly, "No, no, no, just pretend I didn't say anything!"

He scooped up a spoonful of porridge and stuffed it into his mouth. His expression immediately became a mess. Li Pu frowned and said, "Spit it out."

But Bai Gaoxing didn't.

He took a deep breath and ran directly to the kitchen to find the faucet. He took a sip of cold water and spat it out. He turned around and the man pinched his chin to open his mouth, keeping it open.

Li Pu's brows furrowed even more tightly. From this angle, he could vaguely see his red, burned tongue, but he couldn't see his throat clearly, so he didn't know if it was burned or not.

But none of this could compare to the degree of regret in Bai Gaoxing's heart at the moment. He didn't know what he was thinking at that moment, and suddenly asked those questions, which seemed inexplicable...

Bai Gaoxing secretly glanced at Li Pu and found that the man was staring at his mouth intently, so he felt relieved.

But...what if Li Pu asks him what he wants to say?

Bai Gaoxing opened his mouth a little numb, and pushed Li Pu's hand away in protest. He was about to say something preemptively.

I tried to fool around, but then I heard a cell phone ringing on the table.

Great! Who is so timely!

Bai Gaoxing picked up his phone and ran all the way to the balcony, not noticing Li Pu's gradually darkening gaze behind him.

He didn't understand why the boy asked such a question.

Li Pu looked at the figure not far away. The morning sunlight fell on the snow-white and soft hair, which swayed gently with the boy's unconscious movements, and was very dazzling.

At first, he thought he had heard it wrong.

It shouldn't be him who tells the boy in advance when he's leaving, but the boy who tells him in advance when he's leaving.

——He thought he was the one who was troubled by this problem.

He wanted to speak up countless times, but because the boy said that even he didn't know when he could go back, he kept it to himself.

But now...

What went wrong?

Li Pu was a little confused. He carefully recalled the details of his time with the boy, and had no recollection of when he had the misunderstanding that he wanted the boy to leave. On the contrary, he wanted the boy to... stay.

Not the kind of going back and coming back, but staying with him forever.

He thought that he should have gotten used to Dabai's company.

Li Pho stood there silently, watching the white color dancing in his vision, and had to admit that he actually had selfish motives.

Here, Bai Gaoxing has already started chatting with the person on the other end of the phone.

The caller was Lei Li.

"I just called Li Pu but he didn't answer. I don't know if he didn't hear me or he went on muted mode... I'll just tell you directly." The woman's tone was very calm, as if she was already used to people going missing.

Bai Gaoxing held the phone in his hand and said, "Okay, what's up?"

His tongue was still a little numb, and his speech was a little unclear, which Lei Li noticed immediately and asked, "What's wrong with your voice?"

Bai Gaoxing grabbed the dead leaves under the spider plant and said, "It's so hot."

Really? Lei Li was a little skeptical, and then she remembered the time when she almost misunderstood him. If she hadn't known that Li Pu was always calm and self-controlled, she would have really thought that Li Pu had done something unspeakable to the boy.

Lei Li paused and said, "I saw the sparks you two took today, and I also saw your reply on Weibo. There are some important questions that I didn't have time to discuss last time. When do you have time to come to the company?"

She didn't expect Li Pho to be so...stable towards Da Bai? Even though he knew Da Bai had turned into a human, he still wanted to make a short video with him.

Lei Li recalled the time when she first felt that something was wrong with Li Pho. At that time, he called her and said a few vague words like "it's not me". Even though he changed his words later, it can be inferred from this point that the person who shot the Spark video... may not be Li Pho himself.

Did Li Pho know that Da Bai was more than just a parrot when he first started filming the video?

The thought is terrifying.

Although she was thankful that she didn't directly take the humanoid Baymax for the photo shoot, she was afraid that Li Pho would really do that one day.

"By the way, isn't Li Pho at home?" she asked.

"He... is here." Bai Gaoxing turned around reluctantly and found that the man had already sat back at the dining table. His heart beat faster, "I'll tell him later."

"Okay." Lei Li didn't hear Bai Gaoxing's hesitation, "Let's try today. I'll wait for you."

The call was disconnected.

Bai Gaoxing stood in the sun with his cell phone in his hand. His body was warmed by the sun, but his stomach was protesting with hunger.

He hesitated and wandered on the balcony for a long time, but finally walked to the dining table.

The porridge was no longer steaming and had a layer of rice oil on top. Bai Gaoxing had just sat down and picked up the spoon when he heard Li Pu say, "You can stay here as long as you want."

Bai Gaoxing was stunned for a moment. He did not expect the man to answer him so seriously, so he raised his head and looked at him.

Those deep eyes were filled with peace and determination.

Bai Gaoxing took the spoon and stirred the porridge a few times. After a long while, he uttered a soft "Oh". He couldn't help thinking that it might not be the same at that time.

But Li Pho was very happy to be able to say this.

Bai Gaoxing's mood obviously improved, and he didn't forget to blow on the porridge after scooping it. When he was almost finished eating, he remembered to tell Li Pu the content of the phone call just now, "Sister Li wants us to go to the company."

I knew it would happen.

Li Pu thought that after filming the video with the boy, he remembered that Dabai was no longer just a parrot in the eyes of the agent. She might think of the public opinion and consider many more things.

Calling them over... probably also gave them some instructions on how to respond in public.

Li Pu looked at the young man in front of him who was visibly happy again, and couldn't help but reveal some tenderness in his eyes.

Not long after, the two arrived at Star Entertainment.

Before getting off the bus, Bai Gaoxing took out his glasses from his pocket, took a look at them, and put them back, "I won't wear glasses or a mask, right?"

He quickly glanced inside the company gate and said, "Anyway, the people in the company are definitely used to seeing celebrities and won't take random photos. I don't have to maintain this image."

Li Fu stared at the young man beside him. He looked even better with his eyes fully exposed, and his white eyelashes were very special. Especially when he looked at him with expectation, he could not bear to refuse him at all.

But the true reason was yet to come. Bai Gaoxing tilted his head slightly and pushed his hair aside to reveal the back of his ears, which were red.

"It hurts a bit. I'm still not used to it."

...very tender.

Li Phou was deeply touched by this and raised his hand to put the mask that the boy had just picked up into the storage compartment.

The two of them walked into the company, and passers-by focused their attention on them, and obviously paid more attention to the young man.

After all, he was a hot topic before, and he was completely different from the mysterious one when he first came. The boy's snow-white hair and black eyes were fully revealed, and he wasn't even wearing the glasses he wore when he was on the hot search.

Everyone stared blankly at the two men as they walked by. After they entered the elevator, someone sighed, "I'm reminded of the day when Shuge brought Dabai here."

Li Pu and Bai Gaoxing could no longer hear such comments, and they quickly came to Lei Li's office, where Mei Youshu and Lin Shi were also present.

Long time no see.

Bai Gaoxing looked at Lin Shi, whom he hadn't seen for a while. Just as he was about to say hello, he heard Mei Youshu cough and introduced him first: "This is Lin Shi, Brother Li's temporary assistant."

Oh yes, he is now a new member of Li Pho's team.

Bai Gaoxing smiled and said, "Hello."

The black-haired girl stared at him blankly, and it took her a long time to react, "Hello... Are you, White?"

Bai Gaoxing nodded.

Lin Shi's eyes flickered, and a blush appeared on his face, as if he was trying to hold back his expression. "Nice to meet you."

Bai Gaoxing blinked. He could probably guess why Lin Shi was so surprised to see him. After all, they had met before and the impression was very deep.

But, this blush is...

Bai Gaoxing, who had rarely interacted with girls, felt a little uncomfortable, and a layer of embarrassed red appeared on his face.

Lei Li looked at him with amusement, "We will be colleagues in the future anyway, there is no need to be so shy."

Mei Youshu took Lin Shi out. Lei Li motioned for Li Pu and Bai Gaoxing to sit down and talked about the movie's release date and schedule, as well as the various arrangements for going to Country M.

Finally, here are the issues that Weibo needs to pay attention to.

"I've read the comments you responded to on Weibo. They are all things we've discussed before. But you still have to be careful, in case you accidentally say something that doesn't match the information."

Netizens have sharp eyes, they can dig up things from many years ago, and naturally they can also magnify contradictory answers. This is what Lei Li is worried about. The more she talks, the more mistakes she makes. This is the part she needs to bear when standing in the public eye.

Was this why he had to reply carefully? Bai Gaoxing nodded. In fact, what he answered was all true, and he deliberately picked out things he had experienced.

But it’s okay, since he’s going to film a movie with Li Pho soon, so he can come back less often in the future.

Seeing that the boy had agreed obediently, Lei Li was relieved and turned to look at Li Pu, "Now let's talk about your work arrangements after the new year--"

They were about to get down to business, Bai Gaoxing raised his hand, "Can I go out?" He didn't want to sit here all the time.

"Of course you can." Lei Li said, "Don't run too far, be careful not to get lost. By the way, the cafeteria is on the sixth floor."

"I remember!" Bai Gaoxing slipped out.

Seeing the office door closed, Lei Li smiled helplessly and turned to Li Pu and said, "It just so happens that Dabai has left. I have to talk to you about Xinghuo."

Li Phou raised his eyes.

"First of all, don't bring Baymax—human Baymax—to Starfire."

"Of course not."

"And don't respond to those who want to see Baymax and Baymax in the same frame."

"Yeah." This work is by

Lei Li nodded and did not ask who posted the video. Anyway, with Li Pu's guarantee, she felt much more relieved.

But when discussing the subsequent schedule, she discovered another problem.

Lei Li sighed and closed the book. "Li Pu, have you noticed that something is wrong with you?"

She noticed the man as soon as he walked in and was completely absent-minded.

"Not in good condition? Or... because of Baymax?"

Lei Li's observation skills have always been very good, which is her strength as a broker. And it is impossible for her not to notice it, because...

"You've been looking at him."

In the quiet office, the man with stern eyebrows lowered his eyes, as if thinking about something. After a long time, he finally spoke:

"I was definitely thinking about Baymax."

Lei Li was extremely curious. What else could have caused Li Pu to behave so strangely? "What's wrong with Dabai? Why don't you tell me and see if I can help you?"

Li Pu frowned, then relaxed his brows, "I was thinking... if Dabai left..."

"Wait." Lei Li interrupted him, "Why do you think Dabai will leave?"

Li Pho did not answer.

But Lei Li suddenly understood that since the parrot had turned into a human, there might be something that she didn't know about, and perhaps it couldn't be explained to outsiders.

She thought for a moment and asked, "Have you ever thought about him leaving?"

"No." Li Pu answered quickly, "I don't want to either."

Even he himself was surprised. When did he start to want to keep the boy by his side? No, it should be said that he had never thought of separating from Dabai since he was just a parrot.

Perhaps it was a habit formed over a long period of time; or perhaps it was the only comfort in the days when his sanity was at its most strained.

But now things are not that simple.

Lei Li listened, thoughtful.

Li Pho then said: "He is no longer a parrot now."

But they are people who may leave suddenly one day.

Dabai's home is not here, and he certainly has no attachment to this place.

However, this sentence had a different meaning to Lei Li. Not being a parrot meant that she would no longer be dependent on her master, would have her own life, and then... would drift away from Li Pu.

Thinking about the almost close relationship between the two now, even she, as a bystander, would feel pity.

Lei Li felt like she understood something.

"But it's not like you guys haven't been in touch with each other anymore," she said tentatively, "Even if you don't live together in the future, you can still call each other and get together when you're free."

"No." Li Pu denied the agent's words. Reason told him that the boy should make his own choice. He couldn't and shouldn't stop him from going home, but...

"If he leaves... he may not come back."

Lei Li sighed slightly. She was clearly already in deep trouble, so why did she still look confused?

Li Pu had already seen the agent's expression. He pursed his lips slightly and his nerves tensed unconsciously.

"Do you think I am——"

Lei Li continued: "Are you in love with Dabai?"

At the same time

: "Too selfish?"

Li Pu: “?”