Xu Jin was the first to finish eating.
He didn't linger around the table.
The moment he put his fork down, he stood up and walked straight toward the counter, his steps quick, almost restless.
As he walked, his thoughts spiraled uncontrollably.
I can't let them stay alone.
My brother… and brother Chen… alone?
His brows furrowed.
Professor Chen is already looking too… delicious to ea..
He stopped mid-thought.
"…Too dangerous," he corrected internally.
Xu Jin, control yourself. Mind your words.
Even in his own head, he felt the need to stay proper.
But the unease wouldn't go away.
Still… I can't let them go together like this.
No, Impossible.
By the time he reached the owner lady—
His expression had already hardened.
Without realizing it, he placed both his hands firmly on the counter, leaning slightly forward.
An intimidating aura surrounded him.
Even he didn't notice it.
"I need a day off. For the rest of the day."
