A couple without a straight answer.

The closest word professor He could equate to warm was comfortable. As she turned around and resumed her slow paced walk, she evaluated whether warm was good or excellent. 

For a couple whose definition of their first meeting was frightening and relieved, warm was surely a great place to be in. She decided that it was great and they could build on it slowly. 

They arrived back in the living room just in time to meet Alix that was just returning home. She was carrying a few packages in her hand and there was a cat standing on her shoulder. 

She smiled first when she saw Caishen and the smile faltered when she noticed the professor. 

"Welcome home miss Li..., Alix." Professor He waved at Alix. 

Before she could respond, Majesty jumped down from her shoulder and a small torpedo came crushing into her. 

"Auntie, i am back."