TRWSB – Chapter 32 Does Zhuang Hao Like the Mysterious Doctor?

“Master Zhuang Hao, please slow down,” a dancer called out as she followed Zhuang Hao into the private room.

Zhuang Hao strode in with a fierce look. Zhuang Qian turned around, looking a bit guilty. “Big Brother, what brings you here?”

“You have the nerve to ask? Coming to a place like this?” Originally, Zhuang Hao had wanted to avoid any connection with Qi Shaorong, but upon hearing that he had dragged Zhuang Qian to a brothel, he couldn’t resist coming to investigate.

“Big Brother, I’m doing this for you. I’m here with Fourth Young Master Qi to gather intel,” Zhuang Qian explained.

Zhuang Hao’s expression changed slightly. “And what did you find out?”

Zhuang Qian, a bit embarrassed, said, “The great doctor thinks you’re too young and not mature enough. Like a kept man.”

Zhuang Hao: “…”

Shen Yuan rubbed his forehead with a twisted expression.

“Where’s my fourth brother?” Qi Shaofu, who had followed Zhuang Hao in, asked.

“He’s soaking in a hot spring,” Zhuang Qian replied.

“He certainly knows how to relax,” Qi Shaofu muttered, his lips twitching.

“Third Young Master Qi, did you know your fourth brother runs a brothel out in the countryside?” Zhuang Qian asked.

Qi Shaofu: “…I wasn’t aware.”

“He says the Qi family won’t fund his lifestyle, so he has to make money on his own. Apparently, both Bi Liuyun and the mysterious doctor have visited his establishment, and he gave them a discount, which is how they became friends,” Zhuang Qian added.

Qi Shaofu: “…”

Qi Shaofu grabbed a nearby maid and demanded, “Where’s my fourth brother? I’m taking him home.”

“This way, Third Young Master,” the maid said.

Following her, Qi Shaofu entered a private hot spring room. Inside, a young man in a bathrobe lounged on a recliner by the spring. His face was covered with a mask, cucumber slices on his eyes. A maid beside him was massaging his shoulders, and the boy was making soft, contented noises. Qi Shaofu’s face flushed immediately—this was…embarrassing.

Hearing movement, Qi Shao Rong removed the cucumbers from his eyes and casually crunched on them.

Watching this, Zhuang Qian swallowed involuntarily.

Peeking through a slit in his eyes, Qi Shaorong recognized Qi Shaofu. “Third Brother, is that you?”

Qi Shaofu nodded. “Yes, it is. Now hurry up and pack up. You come to the capital and the first thing you do is head to a brothel and drag Zhuang Qian along? Father is furious.”

Qi Shaorong patted his face. “No need to rush. I just put on this mask. Taking it off now would be a waste. We’re already late, so let’s wait a bit longer.”

Qi Shaofu: “…”

Qi Shaofu stormed over and yanked the mask from Qi Shaorong’s face. “Do you have a death wish? Father is about to explode with anger, and you’re dawdling?”

“Then I have even more reason not to rush back. Going now would be walking right into his wrath. Best let him cool down a bit,” Qi Shaorong said thoughtfully.

Qi Shaofu sighed. “Are you waiting for Father to come after you himself?”

Qi Shaorong, looking puzzled, replied, “Isn’t Father busy with state affairs? He’d actually come to get me?”

Seeing his fourth brother’s lazy attitude, Qi Shaofu, frustrated, said, “Get dressed now. We’re going.”

Reluctantly, Qi Shaorong adjusted his bathrobe. “What’s the hurry? It’s like you’re rushing to reincarnate.”

Then he looked at Zhuang Hao. “You must be my former fiancé. You’re… decent-looking, I suppose. But not as good-looking as me.”

With a flourish, he pulled out a small mirror and admired himself.

Qi Shaofu sighed in exasperation. “Fourth Brother, there’s no comparison. Zhuang Hao is a genius.”

Qi Shaorong cast Qi Shaofu a glance. “Understood, Third Brother. Let’s go. Weren’t you just rushing me a moment ago? Now you’re giving me a lecture.”

Qi Shaofu: “…”

Bi Liuyun stepped out and said, “Are you leaving so soon?”

Qi Shaorong nodded. “Yes, put it on my tab.”

“You hardly come by. How could I charge you? Take care,” Bi Liuyun said with a smile.

Qi Shao Rong beamed. “You’re the best, Liuyun. Next time you visit my establishment, I’ll comp you as well.”

Bi Liuyun chuckled. “Noted.”

Qi Shaofu, dragging Qi Shaorong, nodded to Zhuang Hao. “Zhuang Hao, I’ll take my brother back now.”

Zhuang Hao nodded. “Alright.”

As they walked, Qi Shaofu cast a glance at Qi Shaorong. “Do you like Zhuang Hao?”

Qi Shaorong chuckled. “Him? He’s good-looking but too lazy.”

“Since Zhuang Hao broke off the engagement, don’t think about him anymore. He has someone he likes,” Qi Shaofu said.

“Who?”

“The mysterious doctor.”

Qi Shao Rong’s eyes narrowed. “Zhuang Hao likes the doctor? Are you sure?”

“I’ve known Zhuang Hao for years. Of course, I’m sure,” Qi Shaofu replied.

“For his sake, I hope you’re wrong. Evil Doctor isn’t easy to pursue,” Qi Shaorong said meaningfully.

“When Zhuang Hao sets his mind on something, who can resist his charm?” Qi Shaofu replied.

Qi Shaorong chuckled. “That remains to be seen.”