Shhhhh!
Say this quietly.
It’s possible the trip won’t take in China (well, apart from Hong Kong) and that he’ll be back on Monday.
One can hope. It would mean just over two weeks away instead of three.
I don’t know why or what’s changed. And, at the moment, it’s not definite.
So, I’m whispering this.
And, crossing my fingers.
And, hoping (as is he.)