38 - I'm afraid.

Meanwhile, Wolf's conversation with Fang wasn't as successful. While Wolf and Fang had come to regard Fang as their very own little brother, Fang was very polite and affable, but his heart was still reserved. It was understandable, that after having led such a difficult life, it wasn't easy for Fang to open up to other people.

So the two of them bought souvenirs for the people back home. Fang tried his best to find suitable gifts for everyone. He had earned a good amount of money from the modelling assignment, so he insisted on paying for the gifts himself.

Just as they finished the payment and stepped out of the last shop, Ren skidded to a halt in front of them. He was out of breath and breathing heavily, as if he'd run a long distance.

Ren caught sight of Fang and pulled him close. He cupped the younger boy's cheeks gently and examined him carefully.

"Are you all right?" Ren asked, gasping for breath.

Fang frowned. "What's wrong?" he asked.