"Oh. A senior brother has been in secluded cultivation these past few days, and I have been looking after him," Tang San said.1

"Did you ask me for leave? You've disappeared without a trace." Mei Gongzi stood with her hands on her hips, speaking with a hint of playful anger.1

This rare display of girlish coquettishness from her left Tang San somewhat dazed.1

Mei Gongzi seemed to realize her attitude was a bit off and quickly lowered her hands, her pretty face blushing with embarrassment.0

Tang San didn't argue but meekly said, "Sister Mei, I was wrong."0

"Hmph. I'll let it slide this time, but in the future, you must ask me for leave if you're not coming to work, got it?"1

"Okay, okay." Tang San quickly agreed.0

Mei Gongzi glared at him and turned to leave. "Let's go." 0

Watching her increasingly captivating back, the corners of Tang San's mouth curled up. Was she worried about me?0

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