The Long-awaited Mr Han Chapter 3584 Untitled
Previously on The Long-awaited Mr Han...
Jiang Huaizhou instinctively held his breath, daring not to exhale.
He abandoned the idea of secretly observing Jiang Yujie and ceased his restless movements.
Since Dong Yujie had been unemployed for a significant period, she had grown accustomed to waking up late.
Concerned that his morning routine might disturb her slumber, Jiang Huaizhou opted to close his bedroom door.
He only opened it once he was fully prepared.
Mrs. Dong had already prepared breakfast for him.
As Jiang Huaizhou emerged from his room, Mrs. Dong inquired, "Both of your doors are open. What game are you two playing?"
Upon noticing both doors ajar, Mrs. Dong jumped to the conclusion that the young couple was engaging in some form of affection beyond her understanding.
Jiang Huaizhou, feeling a blush creep up his neck, replied, "We left our doors open so we could see each other even from our rooms. It felt quite nice."
"You two certainly know how to entertain yourselves," Mrs. Dong remarked with a smile, her curiosity about their activities waning.
She did not close Dong Yujie's door.
However, she began to speak in hushed tones, conscious of not waking Dong Yujie.
After finishing his breakfast, Jiang Huaizhou went to Dong Yujie's room before departing.
As he stood at the threshold, Dong Yujie's phone began to ring.
Dong Yujie did not answer but silenced the alarm and glanced at her phone.
It then dawned on Jiang Huaizhou that it was Dong Yujie's alarm clock.
Just as Dong Yujie was about to rise, she spotted Jiang Huaizhou at her door, causing her to freeze.
She hastily pulled the blanket over herself, leaving only her eyes visible.
"I was just checking on you before heading to work," Jiang Huaizhou stated, having not anticipated Dong Yujie setting an alarm.
Casting a glance at Dong Yujie's phone, Jiang Huaizhou asked, "Did you set an alarm because you wanted to see me off?"
Dong Yujie concealed half of her face with the blanket and nodded. She then inquired, "Are you leaving?"
"Yes," Jiang Huaizhou replied with a smile. "Go back to sleep. You look exhausted."
He had no clue what time she had gone to bed the previous night.
"I'm off now. If you feel bored at home, you're welcome to visit me at the office. Otherwise, I'll come to pick you up after work," Jiang Huaizhou said.
Despite his words, Jiang Huaizhou doubted that Dong Yujie would actually visit him at his workplace.
"Okay," Dong Yujie responded obediently. i
Witnessing her compliant demeanor, Jiang Huaizhou felt an urge to step into her room and kiss her.
However, with Mrs. Dong present, Jiang Huaizhou had to restrain himself.
"I'm off to work now. Go back to sleep," Jiang Huaizhou said, giving Dong Yujie a gentle look.
He felt a strong desire to remain.
He would have been incredibly happy if he could just stay there with her.
After Jiang Huaizhou's departure, Dong Yujie slept for a while longer.
Clearly, she had no intention of visiting Jiang Huaizhou at his office.
Instead, she went out shopping and bought some gifts for Mr. Jiang.
Her actions contrasted with Jiang Huaizhou's.
She had been away for over a year, during which Jiang Huaizhou had been the one looking after Mrs. Dong.
Jiang Huaizhou had purchased the house for Mrs. Dong and had also covered the costs for all the household necessities.
He also made occasional visits to Mrs. Dong.
Jiang Huaizhou visited home frequently, so this wasn't his first time meeting with the elders.
Naturally, Jiang Huaizhou wouldn't feel the need to buy any special gifts or treat this visit with such excessive seriousness.
However, Dong Yujie had been absent for a considerable time.
Furthermore, the family had undergone significant changes.
In her view, she ought to bring some gifts.
She chose not to buy anything expensive, opting instead for food and supplies that younger people typically bring when visiting older relatives.
Upon finishing work that evening and seeing the gifts Dong Yujie had prepared, Jiang Huaizhou immediately reflected on his oversight, saying, "I didn't buy Mom any gifts when I came here yesterday."
Hearing this, Mrs. Dong chuckled and replied, "You've already spent so much money on me! There's no need for gifts!"
"That's true," Dong Yujie added. "I haven't been back in a long time, so I thought I should get some things."
Mrs. Dong then encouraged the two to depart for their visit as soon as possible.
En route, Dong Yujie anxiously asked, "Did you inform Dad that we're visiting him tonight?"
"I did," Jiang Huaizhou confirmed.
"What... what was Dad's reaction? Did you mention that we... got together?" Dong Yujie pressed further.
Jiang Huaizhou sensed her extreme nervousness, which was making it difficult for her to breathe. He gently took her hand to hold it.
"I already told him we're dating. Dad gave his approval," Jiang Huaizhou assured her."I informed him that we'd be visiting him tonight, and he gave his assent," Jiang Huaizhou conveyed. "You are aware of Dad's temperament. His reputation is paramount to him, so any shift in his demeanor will be gradual," Jiang Huaizhou explained. "The fact that he agreed without forbidding our visit or expressing displeasure signifies his tacit approval." "Should he exhibit any unusual behavior upon our arrival, try not to take it personally," Jiang Huaizhou advised. "We are living our own lives now, so there's no need for you to concern yourself with his attitude. If he remains unyielding and indifferent, you needn't force yourself to endure his company or attempt to sway his feelings." "Please don't trouble yourself over Dad's feelings," Jiang Huaizhou said. "Naturally, if Dad's attitude improves, that would be ideal. We should simply let things unfold naturally." "Yes," Dong Yujie responded with a sigh of relief. The pair then made their way to Mr. Jiang's residence. To spare Mrs. Dong the inconvenience of relocating, Jiang Huaizhou had purchased the property. Meanwhile, Mr. Jiang resided in a modest two-bedroom dwelling. However, Mr. Jiang found his new accommodation perfectly adequate. Dong Yujie had previously been responsible for the rent of their former residence. At that time, Jiang Huaizhou was unestablished and lacked any ventures. The three-bedroom apartment was situated in a desirable locale within an upper-middle-class community, thus commanding a considerable rent. Consequently, Mr. Jiang found Jiang Huaizhou's purchase of a home for Mrs. Dong to be acceptable. Furthermore, he felt a sense of empathy for Dong Yujie's past financial burdens. As such, the size of the new home would prevent any potential discord between himself and Mrs. Dong. In his view, a two-bedroom house was more than sufficient for his needs. This particular residence boasted a prime location with convenient access to transportation. Mr. Jiang, who did not possess a driver's license, had grown accustomed to utilizing the subway, finding it a more efficient mode of transit than driving. With the subway station a mere ten-minute walk from the residential area, travel to various destinations was remarkably convenient. Should Jiang Huaizhou visit on the weekends and not be required to work late, he could comfortably stay overnight at the house, as there were ample rooms. Mr. Jiang believed that an overly large residence might lead to feelings of solitude. Following Jiang Huaizhou, Dong Yujie arrived at Mr. Jiang's doorstep. Although Jiang Huaizhou possessed a key to the premises, he opted to ring the doorbell. Mr. Jiang struggled to adapt to newer technological advancements. He found sophisticated fingerprint locks, despite their convenience, to be beyond his comprehension. His preference remained with traditional keys. According to Mr. Jiang's own words, the malfunction of a fingerprint lock would cause him considerable distress. Upon hearing the doorbell, Mr. Jiang recognized the arrival of Jiang Huaizhou and Dong Yujie. The anxiety was not solely confined to Dong Yujie; Mr. Jiang was also experiencing a degree of nervousness.