Xiang Yu chuckled, the sound low and warm. It was like trying to coax a kid after they were scolded by their father for the first time.
Mei nodded in agreement. "Yeah, he is nice."
Lian turned to Xiang Yu, her expression turning serious. "Master, we will bring you food. You should just stay here. Otherwise, they will find trouble for you. Now that you are injured, it's not good for you to be stimulated."
Xiang Yu felt a wave of affection for the twins. Their concern for him made his heart soften. "Okay," he said, giving them a nod of approval. "Staying here sounds like a good idea."
As he settled back against the door frame, Lian slipped the candy into her mouth, her face lighting up with joy at the sweetness. Mei smiled, relieved at the small moments of happiness that still punctuated their turbulent lives.
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