"And then..." Yuzuru glanced at the nervous Mrs. Yoshida with a mischievous smile, "What gift should I give Ayumi tomorrow?"
"Really?" Ayumi's eyes lit up, and she jumped up excitedly. "What is it? What is it?"
"It's a secret~" Yuzuru blinked, "You'll find out tomorrow."
Seeing her daughter's joyful expression, Mrs. Yoshida's eyes filled with tenderness. She quietly tightened her grip on Hanyu Nan's hand, thinking to herself: This "gift"... I should be the one to inspect it for my daughter first.
.........
Nine o'clock in the evening, at the Yoshida residence.
Goodnight, Brother Nan!
Holding her newly bought cute doll, Ayumi stood at the bedroom door, her eyes filled with reluctance yet a satisfied smile, waving goodbye to Yuzuru.
"Goodnight, little princess." Yu Sheng Nan bent down slightly and gently kissed her forehead, his voice full of affection. "Sweet dreams, you might receive a gift tomorrow."
Mrs. Yoshida then entered the room, carefully tucked her daughter in, and said gently in a soft voice, "Sweetie, go to sleep. We have to get up early tomorrow."
"Mmm!" Ayumi obediently closed her eyes, a sweet smile still on her lips.
Today was undoubtedly the best day for her.
With her beloved brother Nan playing with her and her mother's meticulous care, she silently made a wish in her heart that every day from now on could be just as happy and joyful.
Mrs. Yoshida tiptoed out of the room and closed her daughter's door. However, as soon as she turned around, Hanyu Nan, who was waiting nearby, scooped her up in his arms.
"ah!"
She gasped and quickly covered her mouth, afraid of waking Ayumi.
Yu Sheng Nan looked at his shy yet expectant young wife in his arms, a slight smile playing on his lips, his eyes full of laughter. He carried her straight towards the master bedroom, chuckling softly, "Wife, it's time for our 'account reconciliation'..."
Mrs. Yoshida blushed and buried her face in his chest, saying, "Sir..."
The door to the master bedroom closed gently, shutting out the spring light from the room.
...........
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It was noon the next day when I left the Yoshida family's house.
In the morning, Yuzuru played some parent-child games with Ayumi and her daughter at home before leaving amidst Ayumi's reluctant gaze.
Hanyu House.
Having just finished her monster experiment, Ai Haibara rode the flower staircase down from the seventh floor. She snorted coldly as she looked at Yuzuru Nanami, who had returned sometime earlier and was lounging on the sofa like a king, playing with Yingying.
"Hmph~" Ai stood by the sofa with her arms crossed, her delicate face tense, her tone carrying a hint of dissatisfaction: "Someone finally decided to come back?"
Yuzuru lazily rolled over, propped his head up with one hand, and teased with a faint smile, "Oh, is our little scientist jealous?"
"Who's jealous!" The haughty little girl's voice unconsciously rose a few decibels: "I just feel sorry for Ayumi! She trusted you so much, treated you like a brother, and yet you actually... you actually stole her..."
They see you as both an older brother and their future brother, but you actually want to be their father!
Yuzuru sat up and scooped the sulking little girl into his arms: "Then tell me, am I not good to Ayumi?"
"This..." Xiao Ai was speechless for a moment.
Indeed, Yuzuru Hanyu treated Ayumi exceptionally well, helping her with her homework, taking her out to play, and participating in parent-child activities... even better than many biological fathers.
"But...that's no reason for you to be a father!"
Yuzuru ruffled her hair, becoming unusually serious. He looked into Ai's eyes and said earnestly, "Ai, do you know what Ayumi needs most during her growth period?"
Xiao Ai was silent for a moment, then whispered, "Fatherly love..."
She is a scientist.
Therefore, she is well aware of the enormous difference between a child who grows up in a single-parent family and a child who thrives in a family with both parents.
Children from single-parent families often harbor a deep longing for a complete family.
“That’s right.” Yuzuru nodded. “I’m just playing this role. As for Mrs. Yoshida…”
He deliberately dragged out his words, and looking at Ai's disdainful expression, he couldn't help but laugh out loud, "We just had a simple relationship where we took care of Ayumi as she grew up."
Ai: "......"
Do you even believe what you're saying?
Hmph, fine, be lewd if you want, but you have to come up with a high-sounding reason, saying you're taking care of Ayumi together. Does that mean you're taking care of her in bed?
Thinking this, Ai's dissatisfaction increased, and she angrily punched him, muttering, "Ayumi is still a child."
"So?" Yuzuru raised an eyebrow slightly, a hint of amusement flashing in his eyes. "You think I'm not good to Ayumi? Or perhaps..."
He deliberately leaned close to the little girl's ear and whispered, "Actually, you're jealous?"
"What nonsense are you talking about!" Ai jumped out of his arms like a cat with its fur standing on end, waving her little fists and shouting, "I just... I just..."
"Just what?" Yu Shengnan looked at her leisurely, his face still bearing that expression that was both infuriating and amusing.
Ai snorted coldly, trying to calm herself down, and said, "I'm just worried that someone might get drained, and Ayumi said she'd marry you when she grows up. Let's see how you handle this."
Yuzuru: "......"
Well, Ayumi actually said that before she married him, her mother could marry him, so that they could always be a family.
"Don't worry~" He deliberately cracked his knuckles with a mischievous grin, a hint of mockery in his eyes, "My 'stock' is plentiful, want to check it out now?"
"Pervert!" Ai blushed and grabbed a pillow, throwing it at him.
The pillow traced an arc in the air, carrying the loli's anger.
Yuzuru easily caught the pillow, then pulled the little girl back into his arms, hugging her tightly, and said gently, "Okay, I won't tease you anymore."
Xiao Ai gave a soft hum, but her body honestly leaned against him, her eyes slightly closed, enjoying the tranquility and warmth of the moment.
Yuzuru looked down at the awkward little guy in his arms, his heart softening.
He certainly knew why Ai cared so much about Ayumi's situation—besides friendship, it was more about a shared sense of empathy.
Two little girls, one who lost her father and the other who lost her older sister (though they have since found her), both yearn for a complete family and love.
It all depends on how well the system performs.
Otherwise, if there's a chance, we could help the Miyano sisters find their mother so they can also have a complete childhood.
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