One way was to knock on the door and enter. The other was to smash the window glass to get in.
The man in black picked up a stone and made a move as if to smash the glass.
However, this movement froze in mid-air for a long time, and ultimately, he did not bring it down.
"Who's there?"
Just then, a clear voice suddenly came from the darkness.
The man in black was startled by the voice and, not daring to delay any longer, hastily fled the scene!
The voice that came from the darkness belonged to Wang Yun'e from the backyard.
Wang Yun'e had gone out to the restroom at night and happened to see someone lurking outside Liu Kai Xuan's door.
The person left quickly, and Wang Yun'e didn't think much of it, hurrying to the restroom.
After Wang Yun'e left, the man in black stealthily emerged from the corner again.
He tried the door and the window several times, attempting to enter the house silently.
However, he was unsuccessful each time and finally had to leave in frustration.
Just as the man in black reached the intersection of the central courtyard's path, he saw Liu Kai Xuan returning, pushing his bicycle.
Liu Kai Xuan had gone to Zhao's house that evening, and Zhao Tianhai insisted on having a few drinks with him.
After drinking, Liu Kai Xuan didn't ride his bicycle but pushed it back.
Consequently, he was slightly slower.
Upon returning to the courtyard and seeing a mysterious man in black approaching, Liu Kai Xuan couldn't help but frown.
The man in black's attire clearly indicated he was no good.
He wore a loose, dark robe that completely concealed his body.
On his head, he wore a large black leather cap, and a black scarf covered his face.
Even if they passed each other, it would be impossible to tell who the man in black was.
If Liu Kai Xuan had returned ten seconds earlier, he would surely have seen the man in black coming from the direction of his own house.
In that case, Liu Kai Xuan would have definitely stopped him to investigate his identity.
However, by the time Liu Kai Xuan returned to the courtyard, the man in black was already on the path in the center of the courtyard.
Liu Kai Xuan didn't know that the man in black's target was his home.
Coupled with the few drinks he'd had, his head was a bit fuzzy, so he didn't pay much attention to the person.
"Hoo!"
The moment they brushed past each other, the man in black's nerves were taut, his heart almost leaping into his throat.
Fortunately, Liu Kai Xuan didn't suspect him.
This allowed the man in black's anxious heart to finally settle down.
...
Zhao Feiyan needed to take care of Jiang Ai Ying, and she wouldn't be back for a long time.
Living alone, Liu Kai Xuan's routine became much simpler and faster.
He ate breakfast at the dining hall outside, lunch at the factory cafeteria, and only cooked dinner at home.
On the afternoon of the third day, as work was about to end, Liu Dakui came to Liu Kai Xuan's office.
"Master, did you need something?"
Seeing Liu Dakui, Liu Kai Xuan quickly stood up to greet him, invited him to sit, and personally poured him a cup of tea.
Liu Dakui said with a chuckle, "Kai Xuan, I heard... Feiyan went back to her parents' home. Are you all alone at home now?"
"Uh... yes!"
Liu Kai Xuan nodded and replied, "Feiyan's family has had some situations recently!"
"She needs to stay at home for a while!"
"Is the problem serious? Should we also go visit?" Liu Dakui suggested.
"No need to trouble yourself!"
Liu Kai Xuan waved his hand and smiled, "Master, you're already very busy with work every day!"
"There's no need to bother Master with such a small matter!"
"Alright then. I came to see you today because I have another matter to discuss with you!"
Liu Kai Xuan nodded with a smile, "Master, just tell me what you need, there's no need to be polite with me!"
"Is there anything else? Why don't you come over to my place tonight, and we'll have a good drink?"
"Oh..."
Liu Kai Xuan asked, "Master, what is it? You don't need to be polite with me!"
"It's nothing much!"
Liu Dakui said solemnly, "I just want to chat with you!"
"Since you got married, we haven't gotten together for a long time, master and disciple."
"I'm mainly worried Feiyan might misunderstand..."
"Of course, if Kai Xuan has other plans and it's inconvenient, then forget it."
"No, no, no!"
Liu Kai Xuan repeatedly shook his head and explained, "I have nothing planned for today!"
"Then it's settled. I won't go home after work tonight; I'll head straight to Master's place!"
"Ah, then it's settled. We'll do it this way."
Liu Dakui chuckled in agreement and happily left Liu Kai Xuan's office.
Watching Liu Dakui's retreating back, Liu Kai Xuan couldn't help but sigh, "Ah, my memory!"
In the past, the relationship between Liu Kai Xuan and Liu Dakui had always been very close.
Liu Kai Xuan would visit Liu Dakui's home periodically and have a drink together.
However, after Liu Kai Xuan got married, their relationship had noticeably become more distant.
Actually, there was no real rift between Liu Kai Xuan and Liu Dakui.
Liu Dakui was a straightforward man.
He wasn't scheming and acted directly, very generously.
Liu Kai Xuan had always respected him.
The reason for the slight distance between Liu Kai Xuan and Liu Dakui was Liu Yuqian.
Liu Yuqian had pestered Liu Kai Xuan for a long time previously.
Moreover, various rumors and gossip had spread wildly.
Later, the misunderstanding between Liu Kai Xuan and Liu Yuqian was essentially cleared up.
Liu Yuqian also truly kept a certain distance from Liu Kai Xuan and stopped bothering him.
However, Liu Yuqian's standards for a partner were getting higher, while her own age was increasing.
Liu Yuqian was now considered a woman past her prime.
She was still single, and she didn't even fancy the blind dates Liu Dakui arranged for her.
In this situation, wouldn't Liu Kai Xuan frequently visiting Liu Dakui's place just create trouble for himself?
Unexpectedly, Liu Dakui had proactively invited Liu Kai Xuan over for a drink today.
His invitation now made Liu Kai Xuan feel guilty and uneasy.
After all, over the years, Liu Kai Xuan and Liu Dakui's relationship had gradually grown distant... Liu Kai Xuan himself felt somewhat guilty.
Liu Yuqian was Liu Yuqian, and Liu Dakui was Liu Dakui.
Liu Dakui had been his teacher, and neglecting him like this was truly inappropriate.
It was time to actively mend their fractured master-disciple bond.