Chapter 155: Uncle Ye Mo

Translator: Tim Editor: Chrissy

After Zhuo Aiguo spoke with Ye Mo, his family rushed to Beijing the next day. Ye Mo had promised to come, so he wouldn't miss this opportunity. He regretted leaving the country at the wrong time, but they arrived in Beijing on the second night.

Just as they left the airport, Zhuo Aiguo called Ye Mo, but his phone was off, causing him concern.

Due to Zhuo Huatang's illness, Zhuo Aiguo and his wife took their son to America to relax. When Zhuo Aiguo had last seen Ye Mo, Ye Mo said he would come to Beijing within a year to help treat his son. However, several months had passed with no word.

Although Zhuo Aiguo greatly trusted Ye Mo, his wife did not. This was because Zhuo Aiguo had given away something intended for his son's treatment, leading to many arguments.

Their fighting had escalated to the point of divorce, and their trip abroad was intended to ease tensions. They hadn't expected Ye Mo to call just days after arriving in America, prompting their immediate return.

"Didn't you say the doctor would be waiting? Why is his phone off?" Unable to reach Ye Mo back in Beijing, Zhuo Aiguo's wife was distraught.

Zhuo Aiguo sighed. He understood his wife's feelings, but Ye Mo was extraordinary. He couldn't believe Ye Mo would go back on his word, but he didn't bother explaining. Some things only become more complicated with explanation.

Their excitement vanished after failing to contact Ye Mo. Cai Qing, Zhuo Aiguo's wife, reprimanded him and lost interest in arguing.

The family returned home silently. Opening the door, they found Zhuo Yangqing sitting distressed in the living room.

"What's wrong, Yangqing?" Zhuo Aiguo asked, noticing her unusual behavior. Normally, she eagerly inquired about his gifts after returning from trips, especially from overseas.

Zhuo Yangqing said, "I found the doctor who treated Grandpa, but a scoundrel interrupted me."

"You found him? Where is he?" Cai Qing exclaimed joyfully. She considered this doctor superior to the one Zhuo Aiguo had met at Flowing Snake.

"I don't know. If not for Qin Xun, that scoundrel, I would have brought him back. If I see him again, I won't let him go even to the bathroom," Zhuo Yangqing said dejectedly.

"Yangqing, you're a girl, don't be so rude." While Zhuo Aiguo believed the doctor who treated his uncle was skilled, he still had faith in Ye Mo.

Seeing Cai Qing's disappointment, Zhuo Yangqing quickly said, "Third Aunt, don't worry, I know his sister; I can find him."

"Who?" Zhuo Aiguo and his wife asked simultaneously.

"Ye Ling, from my school. The doctor is Ye Mo, the one expelled from the Ye family. I didn't believe it at first, but after talking to him for ten minutes, I knew," Zhuo Yangqing said, oblivious to Zhuo Aiguo's expression.

"What?" Zhuo Yangqing saw her uncle's shocked expression.

Zhuo Aiguo patted his head. "They're probably the same person. The doctor I'm looking for is also Ye Mo. There can't be two skilled Ye Mos."

…

Ye Mo showered and changed into casual clothes Ye Ling had bought him. He looked much better.

Ye Ling circled him, complimenting, "Brother, you look handsome in designer clothes. The girls in my dorm would devour you. Ning Qingxue is foolish to reject such a handsome brother."

Mentioning Ning Qingxue reminded Ye Mo that he hadn't seen Chi Wanqing or Ning Qingxue after following Black Snake. He should have, he thought. The idea that Ning Qingxue might have feelings for him made him feel helpless.

Ning Qingxue was excellent. Beyond her initial princess syndrome, she'd changed greatly after living with him for a month.

Protecting the Silver Heart Grass, preparing a suicide recording, and following him to Flowing Snake and the desert—perhaps she thought it was out of guilt, but Ye Mo knew it was more. He knew she didn't need to feel guilty, but couldn't explain it.

She was emotional and sometimes lacked perspective, but she was kind and stubborn.

Thinking this, Ye Mo felt he'd overdone it. Though he didn't dare stay with her in the desert, she came all that way to see him, and he left.

Did he dare not face her?

He was interested in Ning Qingxue, but why couldn't he accept her? He thought of Luo Ying.

But why did he feel something for Luo Susu? Was it just the name, reminding him of Luo Ying? He shook his head, realizing his feelings stemmed from their accidental touch, shared blood, or similar natures.

"Brother, what's wrong?" Ye Ling asked, noticing his pensive state.

Ye Mo shook his head. "Ning Qingxue is a good girl. Don't talk about her like that. She doesn't owe me anything…"

He trailed off. Ye Ling, shocked, said, "Brother, are you in love with her? I think you're a good match, but she…"

She didn't say Ning Qingxue looked down on him.

Seeing Ye Mo's distress, Ye Ling took his hand. "Brother, if you like her, pursue her. She's not that significant. Let's eat; I invited the girls from my dorm."

She dragged him out before he could argue.

Before choosing a restaurant, Tian He and the others saw Ye Mo's transformation, thanks to Ye Ling. Ye Mo was overwhelmed by their enthusiasm, and Ye Ling had to intervene.

After lunch, unable to handle their fervor, Ye Mo told Ye Ling he had business with friends and they should leave for Luo Cang.

After Ye Mo left, Ye Ling and the others returned to their dorm. Tian He asked, "Ling Zi, he's really your brother, Ye Mo? Your biological brother?"

Dan Dan and Lu Lu, having boyfriends, watched enviously.

Ye Ling said, "Change your attitude. My brother likes girls like Ning Qingxue. You don't stand a chance."

"Ning Qingxue? Sigh, too strong an opponent." Tian He sighed and went to sleep.

…

Ye Mo bought silver needles but didn't call Zhuo Aiguo. Knowing he'd returned, he went straight to his house.

Unexpectedly, Zhuo Yangqing opened the door. He realized they shared a surname, remembering meeting her the previous day.

"Huh…" Seeing Ye Mo, Zhuo Yangqing grabbed his arm. "You can't leave this time."

Softness pressed against his arm. Ye Mo coughed. "Let go, you're taking advantage of me."

Zhuo Yangqing blushed. "You said you'd wait, but you left. If I let go, you'll leave again."

Ye Mo said helplessly, "I came for Zhuo Aiguo. I wouldn't leave."

Zhuo Aiguo emerged, overjoyed. "Brother Ye, you came! Come in. Yangqing, make Uncle Ye Mo some tea."

"What? Uncle Ye Mo?" Zhuo Yangqing realized Ye Mo had come for her uncle, but was disheartened that he was only a few years older than her.