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Chapter 494 Parting

"woke up?"

Han Xi's voice was hoarse from not speaking for a long time. He brushed the stray hairs from her forehead with his fingertips and said, "We just got on the highway, heading to the airport."

Fang Li then realized that she was lying sideways in the back seat, her head resting on his lap.

The fabric beneath her still carried his body heat. As she propped herself up, a sudden ache rose in her lower back, and she subconsciously frowned.

Han Xi immediately noticed and reached out to massage her side: "Is your waist numb from lying down? Change your position and sit for a while."

Fang Li nodded, got up and sat down next to him.

Just as she was about to say that she was fine, he pulled out a U-shaped pillow from the side and put it behind her neck: "Use this as a pillow for now. Remember to take it with you when you board the plane. It will make you more comfortable on the plane."

Fang Li laughed as she rested her head on the U-shaped pillow he shoved at her: "Han Xi, it's less than a two-hour flight. Do you think I'm going on vacation?"

He didn't laugh, but simply reached out and zipped her coat all the way up, letting out a barely audible sigh.

“This is the first time we’ve been apart for so long since we got together. You never listened to me when I was around, and now that no one is watching over you, you definitely won’t be able to take care of yourself.”

Fang Li sighed helplessly, saying that she sounded like a child who couldn't even take care of herself.

"Although Haicheng isn't as cold as Beijing, winters in the south are still quite unpleasant. Don't go back without dressing warmly. You suffer from menstrual cramps, so make sure to keep warm. Also, don't eat too much of the braised pork your uncle makes. You always can't resist when it's delicious, and then you feel unwell afterward..."

Her rambling words came down one after another, just like Aunt Rong's usual admonitions.

As Fang Li listened, her eyes suddenly felt a little hot.

She knew he was never a nagging person. Last time he went on a business trip, he only said a few words, at most saying that he would be back soon and to take care of himself.

But this time was different. This time, she was going back to Haicheng, leaving his territory to return to a place she was familiar with. She could understand his reluctance and unease.

"Know it."

Fang Li leaned against Han Xi's shoulder, her voice softening, "I promise I'll listen to you and send you videos every day. Then you can check up on me whenever you want, okay?"

Han Xi looked down at her, his fingertips gently stroking her cheek, his eyes filled with a deep reluctance that seemed about to overflow.

"Call me when you land. The combination to your suitcase is your birthday. I put a thick coat in there for you. Remember to take it out when you get off the plane, so you don't get cold outside the airport..."

"Han Xi".

"Ok?"

Fang Li looked at him quietly, then suddenly looked up and kissed his chin.

He paused, his Adam's apple bobbed slightly, his eyes deepened, and he suddenly reached out and pulled her into his arms.

The shadows of the trees outside the car window rushed past, like time that could not be grasped.

The two held each other quietly, their breaths mingling, and neither of them spoke.

Actually, it didn't need to be said. The way her fingertips gripped the hem of his clothes and the way his arms tightened around her waist were both saying the same thing: they couldn't bear to part with her.

When they arrived at the airport, Lin Mo was already waiting in the parking lot.

Han Xi carried her suitcase, his steps so slow it was like he was counting the floor tiles.

Fang Li followed behind him, looking at his broad back, and suddenly remembered when they first met, he also carried her suitcase and sent her back to Haicheng in the same way.

Silent yet prudent.

There was a queue at the check-in counter. Lin Mo took his documents to complete the procedures, leaving the others to wait on the side.

Han Xi suddenly turned around, took a small box out of his pocket and handed it to her: "A New Year's gift, just made yesterday."

"Did you make it yourself?"

Han Xi smiled and said, "This is my first time designing and making something, so the craftsmanship might be a little rough."

When Fang Li opened it, she found a delicate necklace with a small pear-shaped pendant, a platinum openwork base, and a piece of glass-type jade of the same shape held in the middle.

"Like it?"

The two stood facing each other. Lin Mo finished his formalities and came over, but he didn't want to disturb them, so he stood aside and waited.

Fang Li gently stroked the smooth, rounded surface of the pendant, suppressing the soreness in her throat as she nodded: "I like it."

"nice! You love it."

Fang Li looked up, smiling, and prepared to close the box.

Han Xi took it, saying, "I'll put it on for you."

He took out the necklace and put it on her, his fingertips brushing against the skin on the side of her neck, bringing a slight tingling and itching sensation. "When you miss me while I'm away, just touch it."

The terminal's public address system began broadcasting flight information.

The two stood at the entrance to the VIP passage, like two trees with intertwined roots, neither willing to let go of the other first.

Han Xi paused for a moment, then gently touched her face: "It's time to go."

Fang Li nodded, but didn't move her feet.

He didn't urge her, he just looked at her, the bloodshot veins in his eyes particularly noticeable under the light.

In the end, she stood on tiptoe and hugged him tightly: "Remember to eat on time, take care of yourself, and don't stay up late all the time."

"Ah."

"Take Mamba's actions within your capabilities, don't push yourself too hard, and prioritize safety above all else."

"know."

"I will wait for you to come back in Haicheng."

"it is good."

She was about to say something when the airport announcement suddenly came on, a clear female voice repeating: "Ms. Xu Fangli, traveling on flight MU5732 to Haicheng, please proceed to gate 32 to check in as soon as possible..."

The bodyguards accompanying her pulled the luggage. Fang Li turned around and followed behind for a couple of steps, then couldn't help but look back.

The final parting came unexpectedly.

Fang Li couldn't help but run back. Han Xi cupped her face and kissed her deeply. The kiss carried the scent of cedar and a thousand unspoken words.

After the kiss, the two separated.

Fang Li quickly retreated, while Han Xi stood still and waved to her, his lips curving into a smile, his eyes filled with tenderness and reluctance.

Even after being pushed back from the security checkpoint, Han Xi remained standing in place, his black coat enveloping him like a silent tree.

At that moment, Fang Li really wanted to say that she wouldn't leave and that she would stay in the capital and wait for him.

But when she thought of her family far away in Haicheng, she knew she couldn't be so selfish.

Fang Li bit her lip, and without further delay, she entered the security checkpoint without looking back. Only after passing the security corner did she dare to let her tears fall.

Fang Li's figure quickly disappeared at the security checkpoint. Only when she was completely out of sight did Han Xi slowly withdraw his hand. The fragrance of her hair seemed to linger on his fingertips, but the figure was already gone.

The weather seemed to suddenly turn gloomy.

The bright sunshine was suddenly obscured by dark clouds, and the sky seemed about to fall, giving the impression that it was about to snow.

The end of the year is just around the corner, and this winter, Beijing has not seen any snow.

Lin Mo walked over and saw Han Xi still staring blankly at the security checkpoint. He said in a low voice, "Boss, it's time to go back. We probably can't keep it a secret from the police station for long."

Han Xi didn't say anything, but took out his phone from his pocket and opened the chat window with Fang Li.

"Let me know when you arrive..."

After thinking for a moment, he tapped his fingers and added, "Don't wander off after you land, wait for me to come pick you up."

He pressed the send button, took one last look in the direction she left, then turned and strode out of the terminal.

"Tell Tang Chen that he can start preparing."

"Yes."