"Perhaps your dad is playing hide-and-seek with you, and he'll appear in a while." Chu Yunxing held up his little finger. "As long as you behave well and listen to your mom, I guarantee your dad will definitely appear."
An'an refused to make a pinky promise with him, crossed her arms, and looked at him like a little adult.
“I don’t believe it. My father has never appeared. I’ve always listened to my mother since I was a child, but I still haven’t seen my father.”
Song Mai and Chu Yunxing looked at each other, both seeing the helplessness in each other's eyes.
Song Mai sighed, then looked at Chu Yunxing with amusement.
She couldn't wait to know what Chu Yunxing would say to comfort An'an next.
"Saying someone has gone to heaven is a beautiful wish, but once they go to heaven, they can never come back. Do you want your father to never come back?"
"The way you're saying that makes anyone who didn't know better think you're her father. But it's strange, Chu Yunxing and An'an look somewhat alike. Could he really be An'an's father?"
Song Mai couldn't understand it, but looking at Chu Yunxing's hair, a bold decision suddenly welled up in her heart.
She reached out and gently stroked Chu Yunxing's back, picking up a strand of hair that had fallen onto his shoulder, a hint of apology flashing in her eyes.
Sorry, your hair will have to suffer for now.
To ensure the hair belonged to Chu Yunxing, she plucked out a single hair without warning.
Chu Yunxing heard all of her little schemes clearly.
A smile slowly crept onto his face, his eyes brimming with smugness and pride.
He now understands that only when his relationship with Song Mai deepens can he hear what Song Mai is thinking more frequently, and the frequency of her thoughts is directly proportional to the frequency of their relationship.
"What are you grinning about?" Song Mai looked at him with a puzzled expression.
From the moment he stepped into his home, Chu Yunxing felt something was very wrong with him.
I can't quite describe the feeling, but I sensed a strange excitement in him.
This feeling left Song Mai feeling utterly helpless, and she couldn't help but ask out of curiosity.
Could it be that I did something funny that made him so happy that he didn't want to leave?
Chu Yunxing immediately stopped smiling and said sincerely, "I'm so happy to see An'an after so long."
Song Mai looked at him, seemingly wanting to say something but holding back.
[Oh well, I've already pulled his hair out, so I'll just let it go.]
She glanced at Chu Yunxing with a hint of guilt, praying that he hadn't noticed her little trick.
After playing with An'an for a while, Chu Yunxing realized it was getting late and prepared to say goodbye to An'an.
Unexpectedly, An'an grabbed his hand and seemed reluctant to let go.
"Uncle Chu, can you stay?"
Chu Yunxing felt something was off and subconsciously asked, "What's wrong?"
"I can feel the same way about my father when I see you, and I hope you can spend more time with me. That way, if my classmates ask me questions about fathers next time, I'll know what to say."
Chu Yunxing's heart softened at their pitiful appearance, and he nodded: "Of course."
Finally, the two people, one big and one small, looked at Song Mai pitifully.
Chu Yunxing spoke first, asking, "May I stay at your house for one night?"
"Of course." Song Mai blinked, then nervously put her hands behind her back.
Chu Yunxing found her appearance even funnier and wanted to tease her, but when he thought that his actions would be too obvious, he didn't say anything.
When Song Mai woke up the next day, she found a faint aroma of food wafting from the kitchen.
She got up sleepily and saw An'an sitting on the sofa entertaining herself, while Chu Yunxing was busy preparing breakfast in the kitchen.
This scene was so unfamiliar to Song Mai that she subconsciously thought she was still dreaming.
Seeing her bewildered expression, Chu Yunxing gently waved his hand: "Don't just stand there like an idiot, come down and help."
His hands were covered in flour, making him look quite comical.
When Song Mai stepped forward, she realized that he wanted to make noodles, but he was currently stuck on the kneading step.
A pampered young master like himself would naturally not do such housework; he would be very fortunate to be able to prepare a breakfast.
Song Mai couldn't help but chuckle and said, "I'll do it."
"No, this was originally breakfast I made for you."
Looking at Chu Yunxing's stubborn appearance, Song Mai tilted her head and leaned closer with surprise.
"How come I never noticed before that you have such a childlike side?"
Perhaps because he had spent so much time with An'an, Chu Yunxing often revealed a personality trait that was different from his usual self.
He smiled but did not answer.
After breakfast, the two of them took An'an to school together. Then Song Mai waited quietly for Chu Yunxing to drive her to the studio.
I need to get back quickly and then rush to the hospital. I need to give the doctor the test samples as soon as possible so I can have peace of mind.
Song Mai felt extremely guilty and couldn't wait to escape Chu Yunxing's sight.
Chu Yunxing pretended to cough, but was actually trying to hide his smile.
He said with a wicked grin, "Let me take you out for a walk. Staying tense and working non-stop for so long will wear you out."
Song Mai instinctively refused, "No need."
Unexpectedly, Chu Yunxing looked at her strangely and couldn't help but ask, "Don't you want to go out for a walk with me?"
His pitiful appearance resembled that of an abandoned puppy, and his alluring peach blossom eyes gazed at her quietly, making it impossible for Song Mai to refuse.
What's wrong with him today? Why does he look like this? But then again, he's actually quite charming.
Chu Yunxing was stunned and instinctively stepped on the brake. Song Mai didn't react at all. If it weren't for the seat belt, she would probably have already rushed to the windshield.
"Excuse me, there was a rock on the road just now," Chu Yunxing said calmly.
He sighed helplessly, never expecting that Song Mai would like this.
Chu Yunxing glanced at her hesitantly, then said in a low voice, "Is there something important you need to discuss?"
"No, I was just worried that it might take up your time. Since you have no problems, I naturally won't say anything." Song Mai, with the mindset of "since I'm here, I might as well make the best of it," relaxed and leaned back in her chair.
In a sense, this was the first date the two of them had since they got together.
Song Mai had long forgotten what it felt like to be in love, and the thought of it made her feel extremely sad.
She sighed helplessly.
If I could, I'd really like to experience what it's like to be in a relationship.
Chu Yunxing's eyes dimmed slightly, and he immediately understood, already having a new plan.
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