Chapter 290 A Family of Three (The Finale)
Yu Li exclaimed in perfect unison, "Our Xiaoxiao got a little red flower on her first day of school! She's the best kid ever!"
To everyone's surprise, the little guy stretched out his two little hands the next second.
With a small red flower in one hand, she waved to Yu Li and Qi Chenyan, "Mom, Dad, I have one too."
The homeroom teacher explained from the side: "Xingzhuo did not cry once at school today. She helped other children, ate lunch by herself, and told stories to other children during the lunch break."
"Based on her excellent performance today, we rewarded her with three little red flowers. I originally planned to give her all three little red flowers, but she only wanted one."
"Now it seems that she wanted to give the other two flowers to her parents. I have rarely encountered such a well-behaved, sensible and clever child in my many years of working at the school."
No parent would feel happy and proud when they hear others praising their child.
Yu Li's lips never left her mouth, but she still said modestly, "Xiaoxiao has been very well-behaved since birth and has never caused us much worry."
"Perhaps her personality is very similar to her father's. At such a young age, she is like a little adult and likes to help others. We didn't teach her that in any special way."
Yu Li and Qi Chenyan share the same view that no matter what happens in the future, a child's childhood only happens once.
Constantly acting as "tiger parents," comparing children to this one and that one, insisting on the idea that "children can't lose at the starting line," ultimately squeezing out the happy time of a child's childhood.
When the children grow up and look back on their childhood, all they will have left is endless learning.
But Yu Li didn't want it to be like that. The first half of her childhood was spent amidst her parents' arguments.
As she grew up, she thought that if she had the opportunity to start her own family, she would give her children a complete and happy family atmosphere and childhood.
Whether their child is outstanding or mediocre, she and Qi Chenyan only need to fulfill their responsibilities as parents. As for the future path, where to go and how to go.
They can only offer suggestions; the final decision rests with the child.
Whether it's her, Qi Chenyan, or Xiaoxiao, although they have formed a family, they are also independent individuals.
Ultimately, one must rely on oneself to walk their own path.
Yu Li subtly instilled this kind of thinking in Xiao Xiao.
Having been exposed to this environment from a young age, Xiaoxiao has already shown the beginnings of independence.
“Our Xiaoxiao is actually more like her mother. Not only is she as beautiful as her mother, but she is also as outstanding as her mother, right, Xiaoxiao?”
Qi Chenyan easily picked up Xiaoxiao with one hand and pinched her chubby little face.
Xiaoxiao didn't fully understand, but she understood that her father said her mother was beautiful and amazing, so she nodded vigorously.
"Mom, so beautiful!"
With such a cheerful person around, how could the house not be lively?
"Xiaoxiao, say goodbye to the teacher, we're going home."
The little guy waved to his homeroom teacher: "Bye-bye, teacher!"
"Goodbye, little Xingzhuo."
After getting into the car, Yu Li sat in the back seat with Xiao Xiao, and Qi Chenyan drove.
Yu Li asked Xiaoxiao what she had done at school today.
The little one is always asking a million questions at home, and now that her mother has asked her this, it's like opening Pandora's box.
From the school to the lakeside villa, her little mouth never stopped chattering.
Yu Li was worried that she might be thirsty, so she took a thermos and fed her water.
Of course, when the little one speaks, the parents should respond immediately.
Engage with what the little one is saying, and offer rewards and praise from time to time.
As expected, Xiaoxiao became even more arrogant, continuing her rant until Qi Chenyan parked the car.
"Xiaoxiao, you did such a great job today. What would you like to eat for dinner? Dad will cook it for you."
Whenever he's not busy with work and can stay home, Qi Chenyan will cook for himself.
He is an excellent cook and can make signature dishes from various countries. Yu Li and Xiao Xiao both love his cooking.
"Sweet spine, delicious wings."
Xiaoxiao counted on her fingers, while Yu Li translated beside her: "Xiaoxiao wants to eat sweet and sour pork and cola chicken wings. She likes sweet food, which is unlike me. I can't live without spicy food."
"Children at this stage may prefer sweets. Perhaps when Xiaoxiao gets a little older, her taste will be the same as yours, Lili."
Yu Li took Xiaoxiao from Qi Chenyan so that he could go cook.
"But don't make it too sweet, otherwise eating too many sweets can easily cause cavities."
Qi Chenyan indicated that he understood.
While Qi Chenyan was cooking, Yu Li was helping Xiaoxiao with her school craft assignment.
Xiaoxiao is still in the small class, so there is no written homework. After all, children this age don't know how to read, so we have to start teaching them pinyin.
Therefore, schools usually assign some craft projects for adults and children to complete together, which can enhance the family atmosphere.
This craft project is a small scientific invention.
Yu Li first asked the little one for her opinion: "What kind of invention does Xiaoxiao want to make?"
Xiaoxiao raised her little hand, "Airplane! Whoosh whoosh whoosh, flying away~"
Speaking of which, although Xiaoxiao is a cute little girl, she has always loved to play, which is quite different from other little girls.
Yu Li and Qi Chenyan had prepared many dolls, including porcelain dolls, rag dolls, and cute pink dress-up sets.
But Xiaoxiao doesn't really like playing with these things. She prefers building blocks, taking the toys apart, and then figuring out how to put them back together.
Therefore, Yu Li was not surprised when her daughter asked her to assemble an airplane.
Yu Li plans to take an environmentally friendly approach to this airplane model, using mainly rolls, cardboard, glue, scissors, and paint.
The mother and daughter divided the tasks: Yu Li was in charge of cutting, while Xiao Xiao was responsible for gluing the separately made models together.
During the testing phase after the plane was assembled, Xiaoxiao threw it out, but it didn't fly very far before plummeting straight down.
Xiaoxiao tilted her head, "It fell?"
"It must be that we didn't put it together properly somewhere; we need to modify it again."
Just as Yu Li was about to retrieve it, Qi Chenyan brought out a plate of food, placed it on the dining table, and then picked up the airplane.
"Our airplane seems to have failed; it won't take off. Honey, can you help us?"
The laughing parrot mimicked: "Daddy, help me, little one~"
Qi Chenyan sat on the other side, first looking at the model, and then starting to modify the wings.
He was quick, made few changes, and then handed it to Xiaoxiao.
"Let's see if we can take off."
Xiaoxiao threw it out again, and this time it flew horizontally. Xiaoxiao immediately danced with joy.
"It's all gray!"
"Daddy's awesome!"
After praising Qi Chenyan, the little guy didn't forget to praise Yu Li: "Mom is awesome!"
Then he patted his chest and said, "Xiaoxiao is awesome."
How can this not be considered a fair distribution of benefits? Even he didn't forget to praise himself.
Finally, it was time for the coloring stage. Neither Yu Li nor Qi Chenyan interfered; it was entirely up to Xiao Xiao to do it herself.
Although she is only three years old, she already has a good sense of aesthetics, and the color scheme of the airplane shell is quite bright.
"This airplane has a unique design and can fly a really long distance. It looks like Xiaoxiao will get another little red flower tomorrow."
The little guy held the toy airplane, jumping and skipping with joy.
After all, people have a competitive spirit, and today Xiaoxiao was the only one among all the children to receive a little red flower.
Therefore, the little guy is now very interested in going to school, and even when he's eating, he holds onto the airplane tightly.
After just one day of school and then a flight, the child has boundless energy, but once that energy is depleted, he can fall asleep anytime, anywhere.
For example, right now, while we're still eating, the little guy's head is already like a roly-poly toy, swaying left and right.
Just as she was about to fall headfirst into the rice bowl, Qi Chenyan reached out his big hand and caught Xiaoxiao's little head.
"I'll carry Xiaoxiao to the bedroom first."
"I'm really tired today," Yu Li told Qi Chenyan to be gentle.
After finishing her meal, Yu Li went upstairs to give Xiao Xiao a quick wash.
Even when the little guy was asleep, he was still holding onto the airplane tightly.
Yu Li originally wanted to move the airplane away first, but she didn't expect the little guy to hold on so tightly.
"I think Xiaoxiao wants this airplane model to get more little red flowers, so she cherishes it very much. Let her hold it."
Qi Chenyan teased softly as he helped Yu Li wash up.
Because she was with her parents, Xiaoxiao felt very safe. Her little face was rosy as she slept, and she didn't seem to want to wake up at all.
After changing into her pajamas, Yu Li touched the little one's soft, chubby face and kissed her on the cheek.
Qi Chenyan then kissed Xiaoxiao's left cheek.
Goodnight, our little darling.
Just as she tiptoed out of Xiaoxiao's bedroom, Qi Chenyan suddenly picked her up and carried her horizontally.
Although Yu Li was surprised for a moment, she still naturally placed her hands on the back of the other person's neck.
"What is Director Qi trying to do?"
Qi Chenyan's peach blossom eyes, full of affection, reflected only his wife's face, and the smile in his eyes contained undisguised desire.
"After comforting the little one, it's time to comfort my big one."
“The night is still long, and we have many things to do, Lili.”
They've been married for a long time, so Yu Li immediately understood what Qi Chenyan meant.
As soon as they entered the master bedroom, they started kissing from the doorway all the way to the bed.
The commotion was quite intense, and Yu Li couldn't help but give the person on top of her a slight push.
"Be quiet, don't wake Xiaoxiao."
Qi Chenyan's kiss didn't stop, his tone husky with desire: "Don't worry, the room is very soundproof. Even if we make a huge scene, Xiaoxiao won't hear a thing."
However, when it came to the crucial moment, the setback came very quickly.
There was a knocking sound at the door.
Yu Li pressed against Qi Chenyan's chest, "Someone is knocking on the door."
At this point, Qi Chenyan certainly didn't want to stop, so he said, "No one knocked on the door, Lili, you must have misheard."
But before it could continue, the knocking outside grew louder and louder, accompanied by a childish cry.
"Mommy, Mommy, Mommy."
"Daddy, Daddy, Daddy."
This time, Yu Li heard clearly, "It's Xiaoxiao outside."
Because it was his daughter, Qi Chenyan had to stop, but he didn't let Yu Li get up. Instead, he got out of bed himself and put on his pajamas.
As soon as the door opened, a small figure rushed in.
With lightning speed, she climbed onto the bed using both hands and feet.
Yu Li immediately sensed her daughter's unusual behavior and hugged her to comfort her.
"What's wrong, Xiaoxiao?"
The little one tilted his head back from her arms, his forehead wet, and his beautiful big eyes were also wet, as if he had been crying.
"Monster, Laughing is scared."
It seems I had a nightmare. I guess I was really tired today, which is why I had a nightmare last night.
Yu Li first wiped the sweat from her daughter's face, then gently patted her back and coaxed her, "So there was a little monster. Let Daddy go and chase the little monster away, then Xiaoxiao won't be afraid anymore."
Qi Chenyan cooperated fully, went to the next room, and brought back the airplane model that had been left on the bed.
"The monster has been driven away, and Dad even got Xiaoxiao's toy plane back. Aren't you happy?"
The little guy then nodded, no longer afraid.
But since they were already in bed, it was impossible for them to go back to their own room to sleep.
And so, the world that originally belonged to the couple was suddenly filled with a little one.
Yu Li gently patted Xiao Xiao, humming a soft tune, and soon she had coaxed Xiao Xiao back to sleep.
Looking at his daughter sleeping peacefully with rosy cheeks, Qi Chenyan felt a rare pang of regret.
"It seems I shouldn't have put my daughter's room next to ours."
At the time, all I was thinking about was taking better care of my daughter so that they could find out immediately if anything happened.
But now it seems that being closer has actually disrupted his nighttime life with his wife, which is a huge loss for him.
Yu Li was overjoyed and teased, "What, are you planning to move Xiaoxiao's room upstairs tonight? Be careful she thinks her father is bad and won't talk to you anymore."
Qi Chenyan sighed softly, "If it were a son, I would have thrown him upstairs long ago."
"But since she's our little princess, we can only make do for now. In two years, when Xiaoxiao starts elementary school, I'll redecorate her room."
Although there was a little one between them, Qi Chenyan's long arms could still reach across and hold both his wife and daughter in his arms.
He kissed his wife's eyebrows and eyes, his voice filled with tenderness and affection in the night.
"Lili, thank you for bringing Xiaoxiao into my life. I will always love you."
Yu Li returned his kiss in the moonlight.
"I love you too."
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The End.
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