Staying in the Capital

"What if it does?"

Shao Yunduan. "…."

"My love, you enjoy arguing, don't you?"

"You're pushing me away and not allowing me to voice my concerns?"

"No… no, I'm not pushing you away!" Shao Yunduan was completely thrown off track by Qiao Xuan's persistent questioning. He sighed, caught between laughter and tears. "But I am genuinely worried about your well-being in the capital…"

Qiao Xuan spoke softly, "But you're not concerned about me when I'm not in the capital?"

Shao Yunduan was taken aback.

"You don't want to see me after so many years?"

Annoyance flashed across Shao Yunduan's face.

"I want to stay in the capital."

Shao Yunduan smiled as he looked at Qiao Xuan. "Alright, let's stay together here!"