Liu Li looked up at Shen Xingmian. The other woman had a cold demeanor, but when facing her, one could still feel a warmth and gentleness emanating from her.
At this moment, Shen Xingmian was also looking down at Liu Li. He felt something was off about this kid. According to Nan Zhi, he didn't really empathize with the situation and didn't have any expectations for the child. If Zhi Zhi wanted a child, then let's raise him. It's just a matter of sharing a bowl and chopsticks after all.
But now, when I looked at him properly for the first time, a strange feeling welled up inside me.
"Let's go, the hotel is nearby."
Shen Xingmian glanced at Liu Li and then stopped paying attention, instead looking at Nan Zhi and speaking.
Nan Zhi nodded. "You've reached an agreement with Liu Qi?"
"Yeah, he was very straightforward." All he wanted was money.
"That's good. We'll go and complete the formalities tomorrow."
Nan Zhi breathed a sigh of relief and smiled as she patted Liu Li's head. "Little one, you can come home with us tomorrow."
Liu Li felt a warmth in his heart. Going home? That word sounded so nice. He had never felt this way before. Suddenly, he was filled with anticipation for his new life.
"By the way, why don't you come stay at the hotel with us tonight?"
Liu Li was taken aback. Staying in a hotel? But he hadn't given his adoptive father the money he'd earned yet. Most importantly, what if he got beaten by his adoptive father again tomorrow?
Children's thoughts are simple; they subconsciously think about the person who frightens them. In Liu Qi's mind, Liu Qi is the most terrifying one. He is afraid that if he makes Liu Qi unhappy, he will be beaten up again.
"Don't worry, he won't make things difficult for you."
Shen Xingmian spoke calmly, her gaze not even falling on Liu Li, yet she resolved the worries in his heart.
The child looked up at Shen Xingmian with a puzzled expression, seemingly not understanding why this man knew.
Shen Xingmian was also unaware; she simply blurted it out unconsciously.
In the end, Liu Li still went to the hotel. He craved the feeling of being noticed by Nan Zhi, as if he were important and needed, instead of being an unwanted and unloved child.
But she was still a little reserved, especially since Nanzhi was overflowing with maternal love and even wanted to help Liu Li take a bath.
This really put Liu Li in a hurry. His face turned red as he stood in the corner of the bathroom, covering his clothes. "No, no need, I can do it myself."
Nanzhi smiled and said, "It's alright, I'll help you."
As she spoke, she was about to walk towards Liu Li, but Liu Li, his face flushed red, shook his head and said, "No, don't."
The voice was raised considerably, startling Shen Xingmian in the living room. He hung up the phone, turned around and glanced at Liu Li's bedroom. Since this child was his wife's favorite, Shen Xingmian walked over and opened the bedroom door. There was no one inside, but he could still hear noises coming from the bathroom.
"Don't be shy, I'm your mother."
Nanzhi really just wanted to play with the child, not actually want to give him a bath, since the child was too old for that.
"No, really... it's not necessary."
Liu Li's trembling voice rang out, and Shen Xingmian frowned. He opened the bathroom door and immediately saw his wife cornering the little boy. The little boy's face was flushed, and he was shaking his head, clearly terrified.
"I really can help you. Isn't it natural for a mother to bathe her child?" Nan Zhi continued to say these shameless words.
Shen Xingmian: "......."
Unable to resist, he stepped forward and reached out to grasp the woman's shoulder. Nanzhi turned her head and saw the man's ambiguous smile.
Nan Zhi's brow twitched slightly; something felt off.
"Zhizhi, do you really enjoy helping other people take a bath?"
Nan Zhi: "..." No, I just like to joke around.
But Shen Xingmian didn't give Nan Zhi a chance to react. He picked her up and carried her horizontally, then said to the stunned Liu Li:
"Do your own thing."
After saying that, he turned around and left with Nanzhi in his arms.
Liu Li: "......."
Nan Zhi was carried directly to the master bedroom by Shen Xingmian. "Shen Xingmian, what are you doing? Put me down!"
Nan Zhi gritted her teeth and whispered, "I was just joking with that child, don't take it seriously."
Shen Xingmian placed her on the large bed, looked down at her, and a smile flashed in her eyes. "Yes, I took it seriously. You dare to give another man a bath, Nanzhi. Have I been too 'gentle' to you lately?"
Nan Zhi: "..." The word "gentle" is used so aptly.
"Hehe, Shen Xingmian, listen to me, I was just joking. Besides, you're not gentle with me, not gentle at all."
The thought of becoming a fish on the chopping block made Nan Zhi immediately try to laugh it off and reassure Shen Xingmian, but this time she was too naive, causing Shen Xingmian to let out a cold laugh:
"Really? I'm not gentle?"
Nan Zhi: "...No... Waaah..."
As a result, Nan Zhi had no chance to refute, as Shen Xingmian had already sealed her mouth.
Nan Zhi regretted it. Why couldn't she control her behavior and her mouth? That night, Nan Zhi didn't sleep a wink, and the next day, her body felt like it wasn't her own anymore.
"Shen Xingmian, you, you are worse than an animal."
Nan Zhi felt wronged and pulled the blanket over her face, leaving only her big eyes showing as she looked accusingly at Shen Xingmian, who was getting dressed.
Upon hearing this, Shen Xingmian was not angry at all. Instead, she smiled and asked, "I am quite pleased with myself."
"Really? Then should we confirm your assessment of me?"
As she spoke, she actually began to unbutton the buttons she had just fastened. Nan Zhi: "..."
"Stop, honey, you're my darling, I love you to death."
Fearfully reaching out to block in front of her, Nanzhi couldn't help but beg for mercy.
These words made Shen Xingmian pause slightly, then he let out a pleasant chuckle, his eyes radiating an aura of 'I'm very happy'.
"Hmm, it seems that Zhizhi really loves me to death."
As he spoke, the man leaned down, pulled back the blanket, revealing the girl's face, and kissed her lips. "Good morning kiss."
As soon as she finished speaking, Shen Xingmian straightened up, turned around and left the bedroom.
Nan Zhi's face suddenly turned red. She was so shy, but Shen Xingmian was so handsome and charismatic. What should she do?
When Nanzhi went out, Shen Xingmian and Liu Li had already started eating breakfast. Nanzhi lingered at the bedroom door for a while, admiring this beautiful scene.
Just thinking about waking up to such a warm and wonderful moment every day fills Nanzhi with anticipation.
Just as she was about to walk over, the doorbell rang. Nan Zhi thought for a moment and then went to open the door. It was Gu Ying.
When he saw it was Nanzhi, a smile appeared on his face. "Xixi."
Nan Zhi smiled and said, "Come in quickly and have breakfast."
Gu Ying walked in and saw that Shen Xingmian and Liu Li had already started eating. He didn't feel uncomfortable, since Xixi hadn't eaten yet anyway.
"Xixi, let's eat together."
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