Su Qi sat across from her, scooping up a spoonful of pudding for himself. His gaze settled on Tang Shi's face, which was still a shade too pale. "You look sick," he said.
Tang Shi froze. Her lips trembled, and it was a long moment before she could manage the words. "My brother… he passed away."
"My condolences."
Su Qi’s hand stilled. He set down his spoon, reached across the table, and gently ruff
















