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Really? Sanada Ling recalled and found that there was nothing different.

But if Joe said so, then that's it.

It was a very sumptuous dinner. Although a bottle of wine was opened, Sanada Ling still had a glass of juice in his hand.

Sanada Ling glanced at him and said, "I am already an adult."

Qiao smiled and shook his head, "In my eyes, you are still a child."

Joe would never forget where he first met the child, nor would he forget the subsequent meetings. The child had a pale face, a look that only a seriously ill person would have.

Even if it looks fine now, you should always remember that children should not drink alcohol.

As if recalling something from the past, Sanada Ling chuckled and said, "The juice is not bad either."

Atobe Keigo watched silently, and only responded when Mr. Qiao asked a question, "Ling is here, it's not the same as being at home."

Moreover, Keigo Atobe's heart was touched. He had never seen Ling like this before, a feeling that could not be described in words.

After dinner, everything was cleaned up and Atobe Keigo wanted to ask if they were going to stay in a nearby hotel that night.

Before he could ask, Qiao said, "It's getting late, you can stay here without worry, I have already cleaned the room."

"Okay, all of you go back and rest. Remember to get up early tomorrow so we can watch the sunrise."

Sanada Ling agreed: "Okay."

Here, Atobe Keigo listens to Sanada Ryo in everything, so there's nothing wrong with him staying for one night.

Qiao prepared two guest rooms. Of course, Atobe Keigo would not have any thoughts at this time. He kissed her goodnight before parting and said, "Go to bed early. You have to go out tomorrow."

"Okay, you too."

Sanada Ling did not go to bed as she was told. After a quick wash, she opened the door to look for someone. She was very familiar with the layout of the house and could find the place with her eyes closed.

There is a small terrace on the roof. After solving a case, Qiao would sit there for a long time to look at the stars and think about the case.

Because of this understanding, Sanada Ling was able to take out a blanket and bring it with her.

"It's cold," Sanada Ling said as she put the blanket over Qiao's legs.

Joe found that he didn't seem surprised that Alice appeared in front of him. Although he had never seen her before, it seemed as if they had known each other for a long time.

Joe asked, "Why don't you go take a rest?"

Sanada Ling asked back, "Aren't you the same?"

As for why she didn't take a rest, it was probably because she missed him and wanted to cherish this rare time.

Joe looked at the night sky and suddenly said, "I'm glad."

Sanada Ling was puzzled. What were you so happy about?
Joe explained, “You’re getting better.”

"I'm glad to see you now."

The pain the child suffered in the hospital is still vivid in my mind. Now he is getting better and better, better than last time.

Sanada Ling's expression was unusually gentle, "I'm happy, too."

To see you again.

Joe also asked, "What are you happy about?"

Sanada Ling moved back and leaned on the back of the chair, "See you later."

It would be great if you were not injured in the case.

Sanada Ling was looking forward to today's meeting, but also knew clearly that separation was just around the corner.

No one raised the question of staying, and both of them understood something in their hearts.

Being able to sit here and admire the moon is something that Sanada Ling has been looking forward to for a long time.

For someone who has lost something, this is enough. Sanada Ling is not greedy.

The next day, the three of them appeared on the hill they had climbed before. The same scene, the same beautiful sunrise, but the person accompanying them was replaced by Atobe Keigo.

Sanada Ryo handed the camera to Atobe Keigo and said, "Please take a picture for me." Let's keep it as a souvenir year after year.

"Okay," Atobe Keigo understood and framed the two of them together with the sunrise.

But secretly, Keigo Atobe took a few more solo photos of Sanada Ryo.

Separation is just around the corner, and everyone knows it.

Sanada Ling heard that Qiao's cell phone had rung twice, and cases were happening all the time.

Qiao raised his hand and gently touched the top of Sanada Ling's head, "Take good care of yourself."

Sanada Ling felt the warmth on the top of his head and was silent for a moment, "I should be the one saying this."

"Don't get hurt again."

With one last hug, Sanada Ling concealed all the emotions in his eyes and said, "Goodbye."

Qiao patted it lightly, “Looking forward to seeing you next time.”

"I wish you all the best."

On the way back, Sanada Ling did not rest. He leaned back and silently gazed at the scenery outside the window.

The sea and the sky were one color, and on rare occasions, Sanada Ling would have an illusion and could not tell where she was.

Sanada Ling raised his hand and placed it on the glass, memories of the past churning in the depths of his mind.

It wasn't until a hand was placed on Sanada Ryo's shoulder that it took a long time for Sanada Ryo to recover. This time she brought Atobe Keigo with her.

Atobe Keigo, who had been silent all the way, finally spoke, "Do you want to take a break?"

Sanada Ling turned his head and looked over. "Not too sleepy."

Atobe Keigo paused and said, "Want to talk?"

Sanada Ling saw the worry in his eyes and explained, "I'm fine, you don't have to worry too much."

Atobe Keigo understood a little bit after watching all this. He whispered, "Actually, I don't know what to tell you."

"Maybe you will think I am selfish, and this is not what I want to see."

The last words were very soft, and Sanada Ling held his hand, "Don't think about things that didn't happen."

"I'm measured, don't worry."

"After returning home, it's time to prepare for the Chinese New Year. It will be very busy. Please remember to contact me when you have time."

Atobe Keigo felt like he was coaxing a child, his expression was a little weird, then he returned to normal, "I would have done this without you telling me, but you, don't always put your phone on silent mode."

Really? I really didn’t pay much attention to it.

I've been very busy since returning to Neon, but this is really not an excuse. The end of the year is approaching and they ran away and disappeared for a few days. It's good that I didn't make a series of phone calls to urge them.

As soon as Keigo Atobe landed and hadn't even walked out of the airport, his cell phone started ringing non-stop. He wouldn't go out with only one cell phone, so before he hung up one, another one started ringing.

Atobe Keigo: “.” Okay.

When Sanada Ryo returns to Kanagawa, she will receive various relatives with Sanada Genichirō and visit old friends' homes with her grandfather. This has been going on for several years.

To be honest, Sanada Ling still hasn't remembered the names of those relatives and can't match them up.

But it doesn't matter, she just needs to shout along with Genichirō Sanada.

Another year has passed, and he is one year older, which means that after today, Sanada Ling will be twenty years old.

This year's red envelopes seem to be particularly generous, with a row of bank cards and dazzling real estate.

Since it was a New Year's gift, Sanada Ling accepted it without hesitation. Who would dislike these? (End of this chapter)