A forensic doctor is reborn, sir, please don't bully me!

Chapter 378 Separate Actions

After Kelly left, Bai Mengfei continued to say to Xiang Yuntian, "Captain Zhao is currently dealing with a 'locked-room murder case' that has received a lot of media attention. Because the scene was set up as a popular real-life escape room scenario, the on-site investigation is very difficult, and no valuable clues have been found so far. Captain Zhao is currently waiting for us to return, and plans to start the investigation from the body."

After listening, Xiang Yuntian nodded, showing an understanding expression, and said, "So you want me to go back to assist Captain Zhao in solving this locked-room murder case because you can't get away from things here, right?"

“That’s right!” Bai Mengfei answered confidently.

As the two left, a light drizzle began to fall, gradually blurring the entire street.

Since Xiang Yuntian's new car hadn't arrived yet, the two of them had to take a taxi back.

While waiting for the car, Xiang Yuntian, who had been silent, couldn't help but speak up and asked, "Can't I stay here with you?"

Bai Mengfei nodded gently.

Xiang Yuntian mistakenly thought she had agreed and excitedly asked, "You really agreed?"

Bai Mengfei quickly shook her head and explained, "No, what I mean is that it really won't work. You have to go back tomorrow! After all, if true feelings last, why care about being together for a short time?" After saying that, to comfort Xiang Yuntian, Bai Mengfei quietly reached out and hooked her hand with Xiang Yuntian's broad palm.

Xiang Yuntian was filled with reluctance and disappointment, but he still nodded and pretended to understand, saying, "Alright, since you don't agree, I won't force you. But you have to promise me one thing."

"What is it? Tell me!" Bai Mengfei turned her head and looked up at him.

Looking at the continuous drizzle, Xiang Yuntian pondered for a long time before saying, "You must take good care of yourself. Don't push yourself too hard in the investigation. The murderer has your eye on you, and I'm really worried about you. I really want to stay by your side and protect you!"

After he finished speaking, he turned his head and gazed at Bai Mengfei with deep affection.

Perhaps because of the invisible distance in his heart, he never dared to easily raise his hand to touch Bai Mengfei when they looked at each other.

The distance between the two was like this poignant yet chilly rain; the scene and the feeling were so perfectly matched.

After staring at him for two or three seconds, Bai Mengfei turned her face away shyly. Because she always habitually maintained a cold expression, Xiang Yuntian felt that Bai Mengfei was always so aloof, making people hesitant to approach her.

When the car arrived, the two got in and didn't speak a word the whole way.

The car bumped along, and as they turned a corner, Bai Mengfei unconsciously leaned towards Xiang Yuntian. This time, instead of immediately sitting up straight, she gently rested her head on his shoulder.

In an instant, Xiang Yuntian froze, somewhat astonished.

He slowly turned his head, looking at Bai Mengfei's fair face in surprise. She appeared exceptionally serene, but little did he know that her heart was in turmoil.

Because she had never made such a proactive move towards a boy before, even if it was just gently resting her head on his shoulder.

But she also knew that deep down, she no longer felt that sense of distance from their relationship.

She no longer cares about the age gap!

When the car arrived at its destination, Bai Mengfei gently sat up straight, opened the car door, and plunged into the rain.

After giving the driver a good review, Xiang Yuntian immediately ran out of the car and used his coat to shield her from the rain.

Bai Mengfei turned her head, and in that instant, her thoughts were drawn back to the past. From then until now, Xiang Yuntian had always been incredibly caring towards her. Therefore, she was determined to be with him, convinced that this man was the one she wanted to spend her life with!

Back in their hotel room, Bai Mengfei remained expressionless and silent. She quietly helped Xiang Yuntian pack his luggage, while Xiang Yuntian stood by.

Xiang Yuntian desperately wanted to step forward, snatch the luggage, and embrace Bai Mengfei tightly. But he didn't have the courage, because he loved Bai Mengfei too much and considered her incredibly important, to the point that he had to carefully consider his words, let alone make such a bold move.

He didn't say a word until Bai Mengfei finished packing her luggage and placed it in front of him; he just stared blankly at the luggage.

Bai Mengfei noticed his low spirits, so she slowly walked up to him, gently took his left hand with her right, and said, "Don't worry, I'll take good care of myself. I'll come find you after this case is closed. And you know, I've already been through life and death once, there won't be a second time, so don't worry."

Xiang Yuntian pondered for a long time, frowning and nodding with some distress. In fact, he felt very uncomfortable, and his throat even felt a little choked up.

The minute hand on the wall had completed another full circle before he finally nodded and agreed, "Okay!"

That night, Xiang Yuntian didn't sleep. Instead, he sat by the window, gazing longingly at the sleeping Bai Mengfei. His gaze remained fixed on Bai Mengfei's face, but his heart felt as if it were bleeding.

He could never forget the scene of Bai Mengfei's death in her previous life, and what he feared most was that the tragedy would repeat itself. If that pain were to strike again, he would rather die than experience it once more.

As dawn broke outside the window, not wanting to shed tears when saying goodbye to Bai Mengfei, he silently picked up his luggage and left the room.

Just after six in the morning, the hotel owner saw him about to leave at the counter and quickly asked, "Forensic Doctor Xiang, are you not planning to stay?"

“Yes, there’s a case in the city center that I need to go back to handle.” Xiang Yuntian stopped and instructed, “Please take good care of Forensic Doctor Zhang. I’ve already paid her rent.”

After saying that, he took out his phone and paid a month's rent using WeChat.

Just as he was about to walk out the door, he turned his head and glanced at the stairs he had just descended. Little did he know, Bai Mengfei had also spent a sleepless night.

Although she was lying in bed, Bai Mengfei kept an eye on his movements.

At this moment, Bai Mengfei also came to the second-floor corridor to see him off, but she hid behind the wall and did not show herself. Because she knew that if she showed herself to see Xiang Yuntian off, he would definitely be unable to hold back his sadness.

And she didn't want to see Xiang Yuntian sad.

She believed she would not let them down, that she would live well, and that she would overcome all difficulties. Including this time, she was convinced she would successfully catch the murderer and then return to help Xiang Yuntian!

Therefore, she chose not to appear for the time being, and was even more convinced than Xiang Yuntian that this was definitely not their last meeting!

After Xiang Yuntian left, Bai Mengfei rubbed her nose, which was red from the cold, with the back of her hand, and slowly walked back to her room, dragging her own shadow in the corridor.

She hadn't been sitting alone in the room for long when she heard a knock on the door. Thinking it was Xiang Yuntian returning, she hurriedly got up and flung the door open. To her surprise, it was Kelly standing outside.

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