Old Master Li heard his tone seemed off, like he was making final arrangements. He frowned and asked, "What exactly happened? You have no family, what's worth leaving for a few days?"
Uncle Zhong hung his head, not wanting him to see his disheveled look, but his voice still choked up, "Old Master, I have my own affairs. A comrade introduced me to a partner, and she wants me to take her on a trip. I've served you all my life without ever traveling. I'll be away for a few days to see if we're compatible."
"This is good news, why are you crying?" Old Master Li felt somewhat guilty toward Uncle Zhong. When he was young, Uncle Zhong refused many young women for his sake. Later, he couldn't find anyone suitable. In the blink of an eye, he's in his fifties; it's time to find a companion.
