Finally, the Steward handed Huo Guining a mobile phone.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    "This is your new phone."<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Guining happily epted it, thanking heaven and earth that she finally had her own phone.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    "Thank you, Steward."<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    The Steward smiled, "You''re wee. I''ll be waiting for the young miss to return home."<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Guining beamed.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    After the Steward left, Huo Yueze dragged a suitcase into Huo Guining''s room.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    This room was originally used as Huo Yueze''s study, so the decor had a masculine feel.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Zuo Qinfang opened the suitcase and began changing the bedding.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    The bedding looked as if it had just been stripped from Ningning''s bed.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    She asked with a puzzled expression, "Ningning, are you particr about your bedding?"<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Guining nodded, "Yes, but the Steward brought my little bunny, so I can sleep hugging it."<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    That exined it.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Zuo Qinfang thought to herself: No wonder the sheets still smell of baby powder.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    "Yueze, help me remember to get a night light for Ningning when we go to the supermarketter."<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Before Huo Yueze could answer, Huo Guining rummaged through the suitcase: "No need, I have one here."<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    It was a mushroom-shaped night light that emitted a soft, non-ring light.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Ever since Huo Xiaozheng discovered Huo Guining''s habit of getting up at night to use the bathroom, he had this night light bought for her.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    It could be plugged in by the bed or carried in hand.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    This way, it provided light and spared Huo Guining from the embarrassment she feared.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Guining loved it.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Seeing this, Huo Xiaozheng had several more bought in different shapes for her to use.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Zuo Qinfang couldn''t help but sigh.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    She and Huo Yanqin had once worried that Huo Xiaozheng wouldn''t know how to raise a child.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Now it seemed he was even better at it than she was.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    After finishing up, Zuo Qinfang wanted to give Huo Guining a bath and change of clothes, saying it would wash away the hospital''s impurities.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Guining understood and took her clothes into the bathroom alone. After washing up, she emerged from the bathroom fully dressed.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Only her hair was still wet, draped over her shoulders.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Zuo Qinfang had disappeared somewhere.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Guining wrapped her hair in a dry towel and knocked on Huo Yueze''s door.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    "Brother, may Ie in?"<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    After receiving an affirmative answer, Huo Guining entered and handed the hair dryer to Huo Yueze, "Brother, can you help me dry my hair?"<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Yueze was in the middle of an online game with friends, but hearing his sister''s request, he apologized to his friends and picked up the hair dryer.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    "Of course. Come, sit here."<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Guining obediently sat down on the sofa.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    "Is it too hot? Tell me if it''s burning, okay?"<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    To Huo Guining''s surprise, despite Huo Yueze''s seemingly careless demeanor, his movements were very gentle, and the temperature was just right.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Guining shook her head, "It''s not too hot."<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    "Brother, do you have any ns for the next few days?"<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Yueze thought for a moment, "I''m meeting friends to y basketball this afternoon. sses start tomorrow, so no other ns. Why do you ask?"<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Guining let out an "Oh," then asked, "Can I tag along with you?"<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Yueze eximed, "Of course you can! I was wondering how to take you with me!"<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Guining was confused, "Huh? Take me with you?"<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Yuezeughed, "Yeah, to show off my adorable little sister to everyone!"<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    His dramatic deration made Huo Guining feel a bit embarrassed, so she quickly changed the subject, "You just got out of the hospital. Are you okay to y basketball?"<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    "It''s fine, I can just watch if nothing else. If Mom asks, don''t give me away, okay?"<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Guining nodded.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Yueze effortlessly dried her hair, then took out their mother''s hair oil and carefully applied ayer.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    He thenbed her hair smooth.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Guining couldn''t help but give him a thumbs up, "Wow, brother, you''re amazing! Even better than Dad!"<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Yuezeughed heartily, "I learned a bit from watching videos. Just tried it out!"<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    He looked her over, "Ningning''s hairstyle is so cool!"<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Guining cockily raised her chin, "You have good taste!"<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    They both burst intoughter.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    It wasn''t until after lunch that Huo Guining understood what Huo Yueze meant by ''don''t give me away.''<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    "Mom, I''m meeting friends at the library. I''ll be back soon."<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Zuo Qinfang was skeptical, "You never liked reading. Why would you go to the library? Are you trying to trick me?"<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Yueze hugged Zuo Qinfang''s arm, "How could I? Besides, Ningning''s been cooped up in the hospital for so long. She needs to get out for a bit."<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    As he spoke, Huo Yueze winked at Huo Guining.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Guining immediately looked up at Zuo Qinfang with big, pitiful eyes.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Zuo Qinfang gave in, "Alright, but make sure you look after your sister."<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Yueze nodded vigorously.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    He scooped up Huo Guining and rushed to the entryway, helping her put on shoes, scarf, hat, and mask.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Seeing how smoothly and quickly he moved, Zuo Qinfang couldn''t help but smile.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    "Bring your sister back early, and don''t feed her any junk food."<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Yueze gave an OK sign and left with Huo Guining.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Zuo Qinfang picked up the contact number left by the Steward and dialed, "Ningning''s gone out. Keep an eye on them."<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    The two took a taxi to the sports center.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    The weekend made the sports center very lively.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    As soon as Huo Yueze entered, ssmates called out to him.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    With so many people around, Huo Yueze simply picked Huo Guining up.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    "Yueze, is this your sister?"<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Several boys gathered around, still smelling of sweat.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Yueze beamed with pride, "Yeah, isn''t she cute?"<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    "She''s adorable."<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    One of them reached out to pinch Huo Guining''s cheek, but Huo Yueze quickly dodged.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    "What are you doing? No touching her."<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Yueze turned and set Huo Guining down on the bleachers, took off his backpack, and handed her the tablet and juice Zuo Qinfang had prepared.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    "Will you be good and y here while your brother ys some basketball?"<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Guining thought that sounded fine.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Yueze''s friends looked to be about his age. They noisily passed the ball, broke through defenses, changed directions, jumped, shot, and scored! The whole court cheered!<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Yueze nced in Huo Guining''s direction and waved at her.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    The youthful atmosphere infected Huo Guining, and she smiled too.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    After ying for a while, Huo Yueze left the court.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    "Little sis, let brother teach you how to y."<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Guining was stunned, "I''m too small. I can''t reach."<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Yueze pointed to a children''s basketball court nearby, "We''ll go there."<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    He downed arge bottle of mineral water, gave Huo Guining some juice, and took her over.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    When Huo Yueze said he''d teach her to y, he really did teach her seriously.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    "Come on, let''s start with dribbling."<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Guining awkwardly imitated his movements, bouncing the basketball bit by bit.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Huo Yueze kept encouraging her and even taught her simple shooting techniques.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Although she couldn''t quite get the hang of it, it didn''t stop Huo Guining from having fun.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    The group yed until after five before heading home.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    The sports center wasn''t far from Huo Yueze''s house.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    When they got home, Zuo Qinfang saw their sweaty state and clenched her fists.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    "Huo Yueze! Didn''t you say you were going to the library?!"<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    She enunciated each word.<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    Before bed that night, Huo Guining recounted the incident to Huo Xiaozheng,ughing, "Brother is so silly. We were in a rush to get back but forgot about the lie we told before leaving."<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0


    As soon as she said it, her heart sank. Oh no, hadn''t she just exposed herself too?<span ss="css-1gz1n0z"><span ss="bg css-i073lf"><span ss="num css-0">0