Su Shen hailed a cab and made his way home. When he stepped through the door, the lingering scent of smoke and alcohol clung to his clothes.
He knew how sensitive Gu Zi was to such smells, so he stood outside for a while, letting the wind carry the scent away before finally entering the house.
Gu Zi was at the dinner table with their three children. She looked up in surprise when she saw him. "Didn't you say you'd be out for a business dinner tonight? Why are you back so early?"
Su Shen picked up the water jug and poured himself a glass. "Cold food from outside can't compare to a home-cooked meal. I stayed for a bit at the dinner, but then I left." He made his way over to her and sat down beside her.
Noticing his tired expression, Su Bing immediately stood up, filled his bowl with rice, and set it in front of him.
