Chapter 87

Enoch never intended to persuade him easily.

Refined and resolute are the words most often used by the Zerg Federation to describe this commander, but he is also known for his strictness and gentleness.

When Fei was young, he was like a shining star.

Enoch briefly admired this cheerful and lively outstanding insect of the same age, until he perished and became introverted and calm.

Enoch now sees himself as a solitary reef standing alone in the deep sea, while Toto, a small fish that should have lived in a warm coral reef, mistakenly believes that this large reef is his home and lives on its shore.

The sea reefs are fearless of wind and waves, unchanging through the ages, while Toto is just a small fish with a short life.

Perhaps one day a wave will come and sweep it away.

But Fei was not moved. He paused briefly, then calmly asked in return.

"Are you telling me that the bond of blood is stronger than my promise?"

These words are bound to make the insect feel sad for the parents who abandoned their child.

Whether those apologies were genuine or staged, only Enoch himself knows.

Fortunately, Enoch wasn't so heartless; he was stung by Fei's words and stiffened for a moment.

Fei's expression remained calm, but his heart was far from at peace.

Toto wasn't just some random kitten or puppy that wandered in. When he was a child, Fei read him stories and watched him grow up little by little. When he grew up, Fei gave him a new name amidst calls and flowers.

Fei had never participated in the lives of other insects in this way.

The shock was shallower than love, yet deeper than friendship.

Fei thought Toto didn't need him.

But when he was imprisoned, the way Toto looked up at him made Fei realize that he was no longer dispensable in Toto's life; he had become important and indispensable.

Fei also cares about him. He hopes that someone will like Toto and love him in the future, but he doesn't want Toto to love them in the same way. Perhaps it's because Toto has very little, so Fei feels it's unfair that he gives a little.

But Enoch quickly regained his composure and pushed the wheelchair to Fei's side.

What do you take him for?

"Your little lover?"

Fei was incredulous, and his expression turned cold and stern: "Mr. Enoch Madison, do you know anything about your insect offspring?"

Enoch said coldly, "Yes, Your Excellency, of course I know him."

Fei smiled slightly, his blue eyes like the surface of the sea before a storm, concealing the last trace of patience and gentleness, revealing a stern side.

"Yeah?"

He unbuttoned his shirt and smiled faintly: "I've always been mindful of... Toto's feelings, but now, Mr. Enoch Madison, you've made me feel that there are some things I just have to say."

"Do you know him?"

"His favorite color, his favorite food, what he does when he's sad, and what his biggest dream is?"

“Oh, you may think that’s unimportant, that his wish is simply to have his male and female fathers by his side, living happily on the grassland. But I bet you, he wouldn’t have made such a wish before he met me and became a prisoner.”

"On the day you left, whether it was forced or intentional, did you say goodbye to him? You may not know that, in order to let you leave in peace, he hid in the mountains alone and stayed there for a whole day."

"Do you understand him? Or do you actually hate him? Do you believe he used his body to do something shameful to me?"

"I'm sorry, no."

“I understand how you feel, but if you hate that he has your blood in his veins, just tell him boldly. He will understand and accept it completely. But don’t torment him, because he originally intended to never set foot in your family.”

“It was me who sent him to see you; it was me who wanted him to return to his father’s side.”

“I didn’t understand him then, but I do now, so I don’t want him to leave my side.”

“I hurt him and belittled him, but he saved my brother on the day Solim died.”

“Your child is actually very remarkable, but you probably haven’t felt proud of him, not even for a single day.”

"I've been taken care of by a child all this time, and all I get in return for any emotional support is this kind of attitude."

"You don't understand him."

"I'm afraid she doesn't love him either."

“I don’t mean to criticize your stance. Please believe me, because ultimately, you have no obligation to love him. So I just don’t believe you have any proof that you will be good to him.”

"Bloodline?"

"This thing isn't that reliable either."

Fei's gaze was calm, his eyes indifferent: "Haven't you proven this through your actions?"

"no!"

Enoch's fingers clenched so tightly they turned white, and his teeth chattered as he bit down.

He moved his lips.

Bang bang—

The male insect carrying the tray patted the glass door, which was locked at the other end. Enoch subconsciously glanced at the female soldier, who calmly said, "Don't worry, it's military-grade soundproof glass." Then she calmly unlocked the door, her expression solemn and composed.

Toto's expression was normal; he was just wondering why the door was locked.

Fei took a cup of tea from Toto's hand: "Perhaps it's broken. Let Merck fix it."

He glanced at Enoch, who was trembling with anger, while Toto knelt down and earnestly shook Enoch's hand, his tone very careful: "Father, are you feeling unwell?"

Enoch looked up at Fei, whose tone was gentle and whose face was refined and handsome. Fei said to Toto, "I'm not quite sure either. Should I call the doctor?"

Enoch clenched his fists tightly: "No need to call a doctor."

Fei smiled and said, "Okay."

Seeing that Enoch was adamant, Toto stopped trying to persuade him. In the meantime, Merck moved the afternoon tea snacks over there, and Toto and Enoch finally got to the point: "Did you come to see me for something?"

Enoch looked at Fei, his face as white as frost. He coughed lightly, his voice tired and cold, and finally said, "Nothing, just came to see you."

Toto hummed in agreement, bowed his head slightly, then quickly looked up and smiled, "You're welcome to come anytime you have time."

He still habitually considered Enoch's feelings.

Whether he comes or not is up to him; don't let him make your life miserable.

Enoch remained silent for a long time before slowly nodding.

When he left, he stood at the door for a long time before saying, "Remember. Send me a video call."

After Enoch left, Toto sighed softly. When he returned to the living room, he found Fei sitting with his legs crossed, reading a newspaper. He glanced at him, coughed loudly, and put down the newspaper.

Toto was puzzled, but still asked with concern, "Commander, are you feeling unwell?"

Fei did not answer, but opened his arms.

Toto: "..."

Huh? He paused for a moment, patted his head, gave Fei a brief hug, and said earnestly, "Commander, good evening, long time no see."

Fei relaxed his brow, his agitated mood calming down.

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