Chapter 190 This is my child
Time seemed to stand still.
Si Yuan couldn't deny that she recognized him at first glance.
That was a familiarity etched deep in one's bones.
The impulses, ambiguities, feelings, and deepest entanglements between the two people flashed back like lightning.
They had the closest of relationships and had redeemed each other countless times.
Therefore, you will never fail to recognize someone just because their face is covered.
On the contrary, this way, you can look into each other's eyes without restraint, and only see that person's eyes.
They both knew the other had recognized them, and they couldn't pretend anymore.
Si Yuan's gaze lingered for a moment before settling on the small figure beside Jiang Wang.
Zheng Yiyi's face, still streaked with tears, was soft and delicate, and her features vaguely resembled Jiang Wang's handsome profile.
In a moment of impulsiveness, she asked instinctively, "Is this your child?"
The moment the words left her mouth, Si Yuan regretted it.
She looked up and saw a faint hint of amusement flash across Jiang Wang's eyes.
That playful look was exactly the same as it had been five or even ten years ago, as if he had already figured out what she was thinking through that foolish question.
Zheng Yiyi blinked her swollen eyes, about to explain that this was her uncle, but Jiang Wang spoke first.
His voice remained low, husky, and deep, tinged with a nonchalant languor. Each word, though seemingly casual, struck Si Yuanxin like a hammer blow: "Mm."
Without any further explanation, they simply accepted it readily, as if the answer were a matter of course.
Si Yuan froze, even her breathing became somewhat labored.
She looked away, no longer looking into Jiang Wang's eyes, and took Si Xingzhou's hand on her own.
It turns out he has a child.
She was the one who left back then, and she was already prepared to become complete strangers from then on.
Of course, he couldn't wait for her forever, and she didn't have the ability to make Jiang Wang never forget her.
Thinking of this, Si Yuan smiled slowly, and the last bit of her lingering thoughts finally settled.
"So cute."
Zheng Yiyi was stunned, clearly not expecting her uncle to say that, and tilted her head to look at Jiang Wang in confusion.
Her little brows furrowed, her eyes filled with bewilderment, as if asking, "What nonsense are you talking about?"
Jiang Wang stared intently at Si Yuan's expression, his eyes revealing a hidden meaning.
He did it on purpose, deliberately wanting to see her panic and confusion.
He deliberately tested the ripples in her heart that had long been buried deep by time.
He wanted to see if she would still be moved by him, if she would still care about him even a little.
But no.
Si Yuan was too calm.
He even praised Zheng Yiyi for being cute.
……ridiculous!
She didn't even ask how he had a child with another woman when they had an unresolved marriage.
It was as if if she forgot, he should forget too.
He's not that kind of person, doesn't he know that?
When Si Yuan saw the change in Jiang Wang's expression, she felt the saltiness of the surrounding seawater become stronger, making her eyes sting.
She forced a calm expression, squatted down, and patted Zheng Yiyi's head: "Stay close to your dad, okay? There are so many people here, it's easy to get lost."
Jiang Wang remained silent, only looking at Si Yuan's composed profile, a hint of inexplicable irritation creeping into his eyes.
He thought she would ask more questions, get jealous, and test him again.
Unexpectedly, she was able to comfort Zheng Yiyi in a very casual way.
It was as if the question just asked was nothing more than a casual greeting.
A sense of frustration mixed with anger welled up inside me.
Jiang Wang raised an eyebrow, his gaze shifting to Si Yuan's side and landing on the little boy who always wore a dinosaur mask: "And him? Is he yours?"
As soon as she finished speaking, Si Yuan's body stiffened almost imperceptibly for a moment, then quickly returned to normal.
She looked down at Si Xingzhou beside her, her fingertips gently stroking the child's hair, her eyes softening.
Before Si Yuan could speak, Si Xingzhou had already raised his little face and said matter-of-factly, "Of course I am my mother's child."
Jiang Wang was taken aback, then amused. This child, why does he speak so sharply, without a trace of Si Yuan's gentleness and obedience?
He smirked and frowned: "Does your son talk to everyone with such arrogance?"
Si Xingzhou pursed his lips, not afraid of the oppressive aura emanating from him at all. Instead, he acted like a little adult and slowly retorted, "Not entirely."
He looked Jiang Wang up and down, his eyes filled with a scrutiny that seemed out of place for his age. "I usually treat people differently depending on their personality."
Upon hearing this, Si Yuan's face paled instantly, and she hurriedly reached out to grab Si Xingzhou: "Xiao Zhou, don't be rude!"
Si Xingzhou always listened to his mother, and upon hearing this, he immediately shut his mouth and obediently moved closer to Si Yuan.
Jiang Wang appreciated the boy's energetic spirit; at least he wasn't like Song Yan, who was always hypocritical.
Just then, the aquarium's loudspeaker suddenly came on.
"Attention all visitors! There are only fifteen baby turtles left for this limited-time check-in event at the aquarium. Visitors who haven't completed the final check-in should hurry up!"
As soon as the broadcast ended, the two little ones' expressions changed.
Zheng Yiyi tugged at Jiang Wang's sleeve and urged, "I want a little turtle, please help me!"
The group hurried to the final checkpoint, which was a double claw machine.
The rules are simple: two people need to work together to operate the joystick and pick up the designated little turtle plush toy to complete the check-in.
Si Yuan and Si Xingzhou worked together seamlessly, one taking aim and the other pressing the grab button.
In less than half a minute, a small turtle was safely pulled out.
Jiang Wang and Zheng Yiyi, on the other hand, did not have such a smooth journey.
Jiang Wang had never played with such children's toys before, and his movements on the joystick were clumsy. He either couldn't aim accurately or the stick would fall off as soon as he gripped it.
Zheng Yiyi grew increasingly anxious, tears welling up in her eyes again. She had just been comforted, but it looked like she was about to cry again.
Si Yuan saw it all, but ultimately couldn't bear it.
Si Xingzhou also said, "Mom, please help that little girl?"
Si Yuan patted Si Xingzhou on the shoulder, stepped forward, and said gently to Zheng Yiyi, "How about Auntie helps you?"
Zheng Yiyi was taken aback, immediately stopped crying, and nodded repeatedly, full of gratitude: "Okay! Thank you, Auntie!"
Si Yuan stepped forward and stood beside Jiang Wang.
The two were very close, and their shoulders accidentally brushed against each other. They both froze, their movements stopping instantly, and the surrounding noise seemed to fade into the distance.
Jiang Wang glanced at her sideways, his eyes darkening slightly.
This was the first time the two had touched in five years.
They had a deeper connection before, but none of those moments were as touching as this one.
Jiang Wang raised an eyebrow and smiled, seemingly pleased with himself.
Si Yuan didn't look at him, and said softly, "I'll aim, you're in charge of pressing the grab button."
"OK."
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