Xu Xinlan helped Su Rui to fill up his tea and then said, "If you like it, I'll give you the rest of the tea."

Su Rui did not answer, pointed to the bathroom and stood up.

Xu Xinlan listened to the sound of the toilet flushing, and then the tap was opened. Su Rui seemed to be washing his hands.

She was sitting in a chair with a dim look, as if Su Rui had touched her sore spot in what she had said earlier.

"Somehow, it's a little hot. Wash your face and cool it down."

Su Rui came up with a splash of water, wiped it with...