The Sickly Villain Only Wants to Survive

25

At the gate of Aesop International School, a black Bentley had been waiting outside for more than ten minutes.

Inside the car, Qin Junhong was smoking a cigarette, occasionally glancing toward the school gate, his expression faintly anxious.

It's been more than half a month.

Zhu Xin had been sent away from the Zhu Family by Zhu Tong for so long, and she hadn't returned even once.

She hadn't even called home.

Zhu Shoushan didn't seem to care, as if he intended to let Zhu Xin stay at her maternal grandfather's house as long as she wanted, even if she never came back.

But if Zhu Xin didn't return, how could his plan move forward?

Just as he was thinking about it, a girl appeared at the school gate.

She was wearing a simple yet elegant white chiffon dress, pure and lively.

Qin Junhong didn't hide the amazement in his eyes, quickly stubbing out his cigarette as he pushed open the car door and stepped out.

After Zhu Xin exited the school gate, she took a few quick steps and politely greeted him, "Brother Qin."

The unfamiliar address caused a momentary stiffness in Qin Junhong's smile, but he quickly masked it.

Zhu Xin approached, smiling brightly, "What brings you here?"

Qin Junhong said, "I was driving past your school and thought I'd stop by to see you. How are you? Is studying hard? Want to take a break and let your big brother take you out to relax?"

As he spoke, he tried to "casually" pat Zhu Xin's shoulder, but she stood a step away.

"......"

Zhu Xin maintained a polite distance, "No, thank you. I have classes in the afternoon."

Qin Junhong asked, "Are they important? If not, I can ask the teacher for a leave of absence on your behalf."

He had already inquired and knew that aside from a piano class, the rest of her afternoon was self-study.

Zhu Xin smiled again, "It's nothing major, but exams are coming up soon, so I won't go out. Thank you for the offer, Brother Qin."

Qin Junhong: "......"

Forcing a smile, he said, "Alright then, after your exams, I'll take you out to relax. Studying is important, but so is taking care of your well-being. Don't overwork yourself; your family would be worried."

His tone was gentle, full of concern.

Zhu Xin obediently nodded, "I'll take care of myself. Thank you, Brother Qin."

"......"

Perhaps it was just his imagination, but Qin Junhong felt that Zhu Xin was more distant with him than she had been at home.

Unwilling to leave just yet, he asked, "By the way, have you been in touch with Tong Tong recently? How is he doing after transferring?"

At the mention of Zhu Tong, Zhu Xin's eyes immediately brightened, "My brother is doing great! He's much more energetic after transferring, so don't worry about him, Brother Qin."

Qin Junhong: "......"

He doesn't give a damn!

There's even more energy now.

Isn't Zhu Tong on the verge of death?

Seeing Zhu Xin mention Zhu Tong, Qin Junhong's smile clearly became even more radiant, but his heart sank.