The next day, Li Nianyu secretly told Qiao Mihua about Li Changting's itinerary. They decided to take Qiao Yuyue to the park directly after school without telling her the specific purpose, only saying that there was a surprise for her.

That afternoon, when Qiao Yuyue followed the two children to the park with confusion, Li Changting happened to be feeding ducks by the lake.

Seeing them, Li Changting showed a look of surprise on his face, but it was quickly replaced by joy.

Qiao Mihua and Li Nianyu looked at each other tacitly, then found an excuse to stay far away, leaving them some space to be alone.

Qiao Yuyue's brows furrowed on the spot.

Now she doesn't want to have any contact with Li Changting.

Regardless of whether it was an accidental encounter or not, she didn't really want to see him.

"Huahua, why did you bring me here?" Qiao Yuyue's gaze fell on Qiao Mihua.

Her tone was accusatory.

"Nian Nian said there are a lot of fun things here, so I wanted to come and have some fun." There was a hint of embarrassment on Qiao Mihua's face.

"But I don't want to come." Qiao Yuyue's tone revealed displeasure. She looked at Qiao Mihua with blame and confusion in her eyes.

"But I haven't come out to play for a long time." Qiao Mihua lowered her head, a trace of loneliness flashing in her eyes.

She knew very well that Qiao Yuyue was always the best to her.

If it was because of her, Qiao Yuyue would not refuse so easily.

Qiao Yuyue looked at Qiao Mihua, and the blame in her heart softened a little instantly. She knew that Mihua was a kind child and would not ask her to do something she didn't want to do for no reason. "Okay, then we'll play here for a while." She compromised, trying to soften her tone.

Upon hearing this, Qiao Mihua's face immediately broke into a smile. She took Qiao Yuyue's hand and walked towards the lake, "Let's go, Mom. The ducks are waiting for us." There was a hint of expectation in her words, hoping to use this opportunity to ease the atmosphere.

Qiao Yuyue looked at Li Changting by the lake with mixed feelings. She knew that this was the children's kindness, but she still felt a little nervous facing Li Changting.

She took a deep breath, tried to make herself look natural, and then followed Qiao Mihua towards Li Changting.

When Li Changting saw them coming, he immediately put down the duck food in his hand and went to greet them, "Doctor Qiao, why are you here?"

His eyes were full of surprise, but at the same time there was a hint of confusion, not understanding why they were here. He looked at Qiao Mihua, hoping to find the answer from her.

Qiao Mihua pursed her lips and looked at Qiao Yuyue, motioning her to explain.

Qiao Yuyue sighed helplessly. She knew she couldn't make things difficult for Mihua, so she decided not to mention her doubts for the time being and said softly, "Nothing, I just wanted to come and see the scenery of the park."

Li Changting looked at Qiao Yuyue and felt her discomfort, but he didn't ask any more questions. He just smiled and turned to the two children, "Then let's feed the ducks together." He picked up the duck food and gave some to Qiao Yuyue and Qiao Mihua, trying to ease the current embarrassment through this activity.

Qiao Yuyue took the duck food and looked at the ducks in the lake, but in her heart she was thinking about how to end this "unexpected" encounter.

However, looking at the children's excited faces, she felt a little reluctant.

She knew that this might be an opportunity they created for her, an opportunity to confess to Li Changting.

Ducks swam around them, occasionally sticking their heads out to look for food and making quacking sounds, bringing a bit of vitality to the afternoon.

Qiao Mihua and Li Nianyu were laughing and playing nearby, their laughter echoing on the lake, making the scene seem particularly harmonious.

"Mom, Nian Nian and I are going to play over there." Qiao Mihua said to Qiao Yuyue.

Her and Li Nianyu's presence here somewhat delayed them both.

She wanted to give the two of them some time alone.

Qiao Yuyue nodded. She understood Mihua's intention, so she said to the two children, "Go ahead, and be careful."

She watched them running away, and she couldn't help but feel a little grateful. She knew that although these two children were young, their understanding and thoughtfulness made her feel warm.

Li Changting looked at Qiao Yuyue and sensed her subtle nervousness. He asked softly, "Doctor Qiao, you look a little worried today. Is there something wrong?" There was concern in his tone, hoping to share some of her troubles.

Qiao Yuyue hesitated for a moment. She looked at the lake. The reflection of the ducks on the water was swaying gently, as if urging her to make a decision.

"It's okay." Finally, she shook her head.

She still didn't want to mention this matter to Li Changting.

If Li Changting can't recognize her, then let it go on like this.

Anyway, she will have less and less contact with him in the future.

He looked at her and did not ask any more questions. He knew that if Qiao Yuyue was willing to talk, she would naturally tell him.

He chose to remain silent, just quietly staying by her side, feeding the ducks together and enjoying this rare moment of peace.

The wind off the lake brought a hint of coolness, and Qiao Yuyue unconsciously tightened her collar. Li Changting noticed her movement, gently took off his coat, and draped it over her shoulders, "Don't catch a cold." His voice was as gentle as the sound of lake water lapping against the shore.

Qiao Yuyue was stunned for a moment, looking at him, a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes, but it was quickly replaced by gratitude.

She did not refuse and let his coat wrap around her. The faint scent of tobacco mixed with the breath of nature made her feel inexplicably at ease.

They stayed there quietly, without speaking, with only the quacking of ducks and the murmur of the breeze. Qiao Yuyue felt mixed emotions in her heart, she knew that this moment was so precious, so precious that she didn't want to break its tranquility.

However, she also knew that some things had to be faced, especially when it concerned her and Li Changting's future.

She took a deep breath, ready to muster up the courage to face the truth she had been avoiding.

At this moment, a duck suddenly flew up, breaking the tranquility of the lake and interrupting Qiao Yuyue's thoughts.

She watched the duck draw a beautiful arc in the air, then land on the lake and continue foraging.

She looked at the duck and suddenly made a decision. She turned to look at Li Changting, whose eyes were full of expectation and confusion, waiting for her answer.

"Li Changting," she called his name softly, with a hint of trembling in her voice, "There is something I need to tell you." As soon as she finished speaking, the ducks on the lake seemed to feel the tension, and they swayed uneasily in the water.

Li Changting felt Qiao Yuyue's seriousness. He put down the duck food in his hand and looked at her intently.


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