"If you're short on money, or if anything else comes up, just come find Mr. Xiao."
"At noon, I'll buy you a boxed lunch. If you get sleepy, you can come nap on our bunk..."
That gentle, considerate tone was enough to give anyone goosebumps.
Sheng Leyun sat huddled close to the old woman, her head lowered, not making a sound.
As if he didn't notice, Xiao Xuezhen wasn't the least bit awkward. He just smiled at the old woman and the man before turning to leave.
He had bought sleeper tickets to show everyone—and the girl he was fond of—the sincerity of his regard for the mother and daughter.
Besides, the journey was quite long. A sleeper car was less crowded and allowed for rest, but most importantly, everyone here was a potential connection!
Two days and two nights was enough time for him to develop deep friendships with the people around him. After they got off the train, he could find excuses to keep in touch and solidify those relationships.
