Chapter 1000: Chapter 1000 Bought Found

Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation

“I admire your loyalty,” Gu Chengrui mentioned with a hesitant sigh. “You’re getting older, and touring wouldn’t be superb for you. Moreover, the residence wants somebody to take care of it in our absence.”

Niu Fugui’s shoulders slumped in disappointment. “Then I shall await your return,” he replied dejectedly.

Later that evening, whereas tidying up his books within the research, Gu Chengrui was struck by a sudden tightness in his chest. A violent coughing match ensued, culminating in a bloody expulsion from his mouth.

Staring on the crimson stain on his hand, he froze for a second earlier than uttering, “I hope I can maintain on till we set sail.”

The door creaked open abruptly, revealing Gu Chenglin standing on the opposite facet. Gu Chengrui swiftly hid the bloodstained hand behind his again.

Gu Chenglin initially paid little thoughts to what his cousin was hiding. Nevertheless, upon noticing the blood on the nook of his mouth, he was jolted awake. He rushed ahead and grabbed Gu Chengrui’s arm. “Cousin, what did you simply attempt to conceal?” he demanded.

“Nothing. Why are you right here so late?” Gu Chengrui countered firmly, his voice betraying no trace of his sickness.

Gu Chenglin, nevertheless, remained unconvinced. Not too long ago, he seen his cousin’s more and more gaunt and haggard look. He initially attributed it to exhaustion. However now, the proof pointed in direction of sickness.

Gu Chengrui hesitated for a second earlier than replying, “Tuberculosis. However don’t fear, I’ll be alright.”

“Is that this the reality?”

“I’d misinform others, however bear in mind, you mustn’t breathe a phrase of this to anybody.”

“Then I’ll enable you set up your books,” Gu Chenglin provided.

“No want,” Gu Chengrui refused gently. “You’ve got your individual obligations now, they usually received’t be gentle. You could mature shortly. Focus by yourself affairs.”

With that, he gently pushed Gu Chenglin out of the research earlier than he might protest.

Seeing his cousin’s resolve, Gu Chenglin provided no additional argument and retreated again to his personal room. Nevertheless, the picture of Gu Chengrui coughing up blood haunted him, stopping sleep from claiming him. He felt helpless, unable to do something to assist.

Lastly, he obtained up and headed to the clinic to search out Gu Chengxi. Sadly, Gu Chengxi couldn’t go away his sufferers unattended all day, so he returned to the residence.

The following morning, unable to bear the concern any longer, Gu Chenglin rose early and made his method on to Gu Chengxi’s home.

Gu Chengxi, training boxing within the courtyard, noticed Gu Chenglin are available in. He was surprised for a second, then retracted his fist. “You’re affected by insomnia. You got here to me early within the morning with a pair of darkish circles beneath your eyes. What’s improper?”