When Qiao Xixi came out of the washroom, she saw Qiao Lie heading into the house, looking like he was hiding something in his arms.
"Qiao Lie?"
Qiao Lie stopped, turning stiffly to look at Qiao Xixi.
Qiao Xixi could tell at a glance that something was off. She walked over, crouched down, and looked at him. "What treasure are you hiding in there, little Qiao Lie? Can you let your mother see?"
Qiao Lie pressed his lips together, seemingly conflicted.
Qiao Xixi didn't press him. "It's okay if you can't tell me. Go put it away first. In a little while, I'm going to take everyone's measurements to make you all new clothes."
As Qiao Xixi stood up, Qiao Lie grabbed her hand.
Qiao Xixi glanced down and saw him take out a leaf-wrapped packet and open it. Inside was a piece of jerky.
Qiao Xixi was a little surprised. Qiao Lie wasn't a glutton like Qiao Ang, so why was he carrying such a big piece of meat on him?
"Qiao Lie, weren't you full from the meal just now?"
