The Long-awaited Mr Han Chapter 3019 Who Rang the Doorbell at Such a Late Time?

“But perhaps it's because I had a period of rest and haven't been working for a long time, that I find myself a bit unaccustomed. This has nothing to do with the people I'm currently working with,” Shi Xiaoya stated with a touch of melancholy, her voice trailing off listlessly.

“And because you aren't by my side, I miss you.”

Upon hearing this, Shi Xiaoya observed Han Zhuoling offering a gentle smile on the other end of the screen.

Resting her chin on her hand, Shi Xiaoya took advantage of the moment while Guo Yujie was showering in the bathroom, ensuring her companion wouldn't overhear her confession.

“I was with you all this time; now that we're suddenly apart, I'm finding it hard to adjust,” Shi Xiaoya admitted, propping her chin in her hand.

It seemed that getting accustomed to someone's presence could be a truly daunting thing.

When she was single, she hadn't experienced such feelings.

Moreover, she couldn't fathom missing someone so intensely while she was away working.

Her current emotional state mirrored her feelings during her very first time leaving home for community living as a child.

At that time, the school had organized a summer camp.

She was required to stay away from home for two weeks.

This happened right as she was finishing primary school.

Shi Xiaoya had always been doted upon by the Shi family since she was young.

From her parents to her elder brother, all of them cherished her dearly.

Consequently, during that summer camp, Shi Xiaoya felt an overwhelming sense of homesickness.

For the initial two nights, she even resorted to secretly weeping under her blankets.

She longed for the comforting atmosphere of her home. She missed the joy of sitting together with her parents and older brother.

Now, Shi Xiaoya found herself experiencing those same emotions once again.

She missed Han Zhuoling intensely and yearned to be beside him.

She missed the sound of his voice and his very presence.

Lowering her gaze, Shi Xiaoya took a silent, deep breath to conceal her inner turmoil, unwilling to let Han Zhuoling witness her distress.

She was concerned that it might make him sad.

Taking another steadying breath, Shi Xiaoya composed herself, managing her emotions.

Suddenly, she noticed Han Zhuoling shifting his position.

However, she couldn't clearly discern the background.

Han Zhuoling himself occupied the entirety of the screen.

Even the slivers of background visible through the gaps were indistinct.

Furthermore, the screen's intermittent shaking made clear observation impossible.

“You're not at home right now?” Shi Xiaoya inquired.

Han Zhuoling gave a nod. “I’m still out.”

Shi Xiaoya had never harbored the slightest suspicion that Han Zhuoling might be involved in anything deceitful behind her back.

Therefore, even though it was considerably late, she harbored no doubts about his continued presence outside at such an hour.

Han Zhuoling felt no need to elaborate on his activities or whereabouts.

Had it been another person, such vague statements would undoubtedly have prompted suspicion and overthinking.

But Shi Xiaoya did not indulge in such thoughts.

After hearing Han Zhuoling’s response, Shi Xiaoya inquired, “Did you just finish work? You worked overtime for so long again? Did you manage to eat dinner on time?”

Without granting Han Zhuoling an opportunity to reply, Shi Xiaoya continued, “I’ve only been away for a single day, and already your routine is completely disrupted.” How could she possibly feel at ease working alone if things were going awry like this?

Han Zhuoling found no opening to interject. Hearing Shi Xiaoya’s barrage of questions, he simply offered a smile.

Once she had finished speaking, Han Zhuoling finally replied, “I didn't work overtime. I finished work on time tonight and even had dinner at the scheduled time. My routine is perfectly fine, so please don't worry.”

Shi Xiaoya felt a wave of relief, which was quickly followed by a sense of unease.

If that were the case, then why was he still out?

Then, a thought suddenly occurred to her: perhaps he had gone to visit Lin Liye at his home.

Just as Shi Xiaoya was about to voice this possibility, the sound of the doorbell echoed through the room.

“Wait a moment,” Shi Xiaoya said, “The doorbell just rang. I’ll go and see who it is.”

Observing through the screen, she saw Han Zhuoling frown. “Who would ring the doorbell at such a late hour?”