"Daddy~"

While Gu Tingxiao was speaking, Xiao Anman remained quietly nestled in his arms, showing no intention of speaking. Only when she saw the fierce-looking Zhang father hurriedly speaking with the chubby boy did she softly open her mouth.

"Want to get down?"

Without Xiao Anman needing to say much, Gu Ting touched her soft little hand, sensing her intention, and seeing her nod as expected, he bent down and put Xiao Anman down.

Xiao An, having lost her temper, went straight to Zhong Jiayi.

"Sparkling, does it still hurt?"

Xiao Anman also noticed the wound on Zhong Jiayi's forehead, and a look of worry appeared on her soft little face.

Feeling inexplicably cared for, Zhong Jiayi dodged Xiao Anman's outstretched hand.

"None of your business!"

It even hit Xiao Anman's hand with a "smack".

Gu Tingxiao's face darkened as he watched, and he was about to walk over and take Xiao Anman away when Xiao Anman gave Zhong Jiayi a small smile as if nothing had happened.

Here, have some candy!

Zhong Jiayi's icy blue eyes showed surprise as she looked at the candy wrapped in a glass-colored paper lying in Xiao Anman's fair and tender palm.

Gu Tingxiao recognized it; it was the candy that Xiao Anman had carefully put in her pocket before leaving home for school today.

Because children shouldn't eat too much sugar, the nutritionist advised Xiao An to eat it in moderation, no more than three pieces a day.

Now, Xiao Anman shared one of the candies with Zhong Jiayi.

Xiao Anman's eyes are beautiful and clear, like a spring in an untouched jungle, full of spirit.

Looking into those beautiful, pure eyes, Zhong Jiayi gradually realized that she might have really gone too far.

This adorable little girl standing in front of him was a stark contrast to his own little brat.

Zhong Jiarui's gaze was unconsciously drawn to Xiao Anman.

"You brat, how dare you talk like that?"

He gave Zhong Jiayi a light kick.

Despite being reprimanded by her brother, Zhong Jiayi didn't feel that there was anything wrong with her brother treating her this way.

He awkwardly tugged at his curly hair, his icy blue eyes avoiding Xiao Anman's gaze, and softly said, "I'm sorry, thank you."

She took the candy from Xiao Anman's hand.

The tense atmosphere that had just been building in the office immediately dissipated.

It's good that everything's alright, it's good that everything's alright, it's a happy ending for everyone.

The deputy director finally breathed a sigh of relief.

It's only halfway through the day, and the kindergarten still has afternoon activity classes to attend.

Standing outside the door, Zhong Jiarui said to the curly-haired little boy in front of him, "There won't be a next time."

Zhong Jiayi clutched the candy in her hand, her little face tense.

He didn't want to cause trouble for his brother.

But when faced with the cold and aloof Zhong Jiarui, his mouth seemed glued shut, and he never uttered what he wanted to say.

Gu Tingxiao was still a little worried about Xiao Anman: "Aren't you coming home with Daddy?"

Xiao An shook her head. "You can only go home after kindergarten."

Looking at the carefree and fearless expression on her small face, Gu Tingxiao suddenly felt like sighing.

Although my daughter looks like a cute and cuddly little girl, she's really brave.

If this were a normal child seeing this scene for the first time, they would probably burst into tears the moment they saw it, let alone stay here to continue learning and playing.

Goodbye, Daddy!

Xiao Anman waved her little hand at Gu Tingxiao in a seemingly serious manner, completely unaware of Gu Tingxiao's inner thoughts at that moment.

As Zhong Jiarui passed by Xiao Anman, he unconsciously stopped.

This little dumpling is not only good-looking, but also has a soft voice and a gentle temperament. He once thought that if his family had another child, it would definitely be a cute little sister.

Xiao An perfectly matched all his expectations of his sister.

When Zhong Jiarui stopped, Xiao Anman also straightened up and looked up at this tall young man who seemed a bit unapproachable.

Then she casually gave Zhong Jiarui a small, cute smile.

Zhong Jiarui, who spends all his time training and activities with a group of rough men, felt as if he had been struck by a smile.

He felt his expression might be a little scary, so he tried to soften it.

Unfortunately, his usual expression was cold and hard, and he really couldn't bring himself to change to a gentler expression.

To avoid making things worse, Zhong Jiarui immediately turned and left.

Gu Tingxiao watched his precious daughter being cute and smiling with others, and his gaze towards Zhong Jiarui darkened.

Where did this brat come from, daring to try and win over his own daughter?

Goodbye, Daddy!

Turning her head to see her father still there, Xiao Anman waved her little hand again.

This time it's really time to leave.