Chapter 262 Extra Chapter——The Boss’s Little Husband (3)
The door of the room was closed, but Han Zhiyao stood at the door, not wanting to leave. He frowned, his brows full of entanglement and complexity, and the emotions in his eyes were even more chaotic. He placed his hands on both sides of his body and slowly sighed.
The old housekeeper had already tidied the room. He waited until Han Zhiyao entered the bedroom before following behind him, sighing and saying, "Alas, Master, I don't know what happened between you and the young master, but no matter what, we can discuss it. Don't make things awkward. After you went on a business trip, the young master has been listless every day. He looks so weak. Who wouldn't feel sorry for him? You love the young master even more than I do. How could you bear to make him suffer?"
The old housekeeper's words touched Han Zhiyao's heart. Yes, that was his child, raised with his hands and pampered. How could he bear to make him sad? But now he really had no other choice and didn't know what to do.
"...School is about to start, is Yanyan's stuff ready?"
"Don't worry, sir, everything has been prepared in advance."
Han Zhiyao opened his mouth but didn't say anything in the end. He waved his hand and said, "Go away." The old butler nodded and left the room.
Sitting at the desk, Han Zhiyao supported his head with both hands and pinched his tired forehead. It was really a wonder that a little baby who had just been weaned could make him so anxious.
He sat at the desk for over an hour, all was quiet. Outside the window was pitch black, leaving only the twinkling starlight from the streetlights. Li Ziyan should have fallen asleep by then. Han Zhiyao moved his fingers, propped himself up on the desk, and walked step by step to the door of Li Ziyan's room. Because Li Ziyan liked to stick to him, their rooms were right next door, making them particularly close.
Han Zhiyao was worried and conflicted. He stood at the door, put his hand on the handle, pressed it down gently, and pushed the door open.
The night light in the room gave off a dim glow. Because Li Ziyan was afraid of the dark and couldn't sleep when it was too dark, Han Zhiyao installed a special night light for him in the room. The light was not too bright, but it gave him a sense of security. However, these night lights were not used much before, because Li Ziyan would often run into Han Zhiyao's room and sleep with him.
Han Zhiyao tiptoed to the bedside, sat down, and looked at Li Ziyan, who had huddled up in a ball, with a red mark at the corner of his eye that hadn't faded. He looked so pitiful. With a pang of bitterness in his heart, Han Zhiyao raised his hand and gently touched Li Ziyan's hair, but quickly withdrew his arm, fearing to disturb the sleeping person.
"You little rascal...you only know how to torture me..." Even though Li Ziyan gave him such a big problem, Han Zhiyao still couldn't bear to do it or harden his heart.
Just like what Grandpa Han said, before his mother passed away, he gave all his love to his family. After he was rescued by Li Ziyan's family, he gave all his love and tenderness to the child who had grown up with him.
"Born to collect debts from me..." Han Zhiyao shook his head, but there was helplessness in his eyes. He tapped the tip of Li Ziyan's nose and slowly became lost in thought as he looked at Li Ziyan's sleeping face.
The next morning, Li Ziyan woke up quickly. Although Han Zhiyao doted on him, everything had to be based on good health. Therefore, his sleep and rest schedule and diet were as regular as possible.
What's more, Han Zhiyao came back last night, so Li Ziyan naturally had to go to Han Zhiyao first.
The boy was wearing a white knitted sweater, which made his cheeks look pink and white. His eyes were a little red and swollen, which added a unique touch of charm to his appearance.
He came down from upstairs in his slippers and threw himself into Han Zhiyao's arms. "I thought you were going to leave."
"...Company matters are almost done, so I'm not that busy anymore." Han Zhiyao's Adam's apple rolled, and he averted his gaze and pulled Li Ziyan away. "School starts the day after tomorrow, so I need to prepare well."
"I understand... I'm not a child anymore..."
"In my eyes, you're just a child who never grows up," Han Zhiyao said with a smile. He truly hoped that Li Ziyan could live a safe and secure life under his protection, preserving his innocence. But now that he knew how Li Ziyan felt about him, it felt wrong to say such things. He froze for a moment, then looked at Li Ziyan and saw that the child's mouth was pouting, his brows furrowed.
"I'm not a child, and I don't want to be a child." Li Ziyan glanced at Han Zhiyao with a bit of aggrieved look. He is a man, a man who can stand shoulder to shoulder with Han Zhiyao.
Han Zhiyao was speechless and didn't know what to say. He could only eat in silence. The atmosphere between the two of them was stagnant and a little awkward.
The housekeeper and the servants looked at each other and sighed. Their master was in a bad mood, and they, as servants, could do nothing about it.
Han Zhiyao tried to avoid Li Ziyan, but Li Ziyan didn't give him a chance. He followed Han Zhiyao with a pout, holding the cat he had just picked up from the pet hospital.
"...I'm going to start a new professional course at the beginning of the semester. Shouldn't I prepare for it in advance?"
"I had already finished reading it when you were not around." Li Ziyan's tone sounded aggrieved and a bit sad, and his little angry expression was particularly lively.
Mrs. Wang, who was watching from the side, couldn't help laughing and retreated with the housekeeper.
Han Zhiyao was helpless. He had never been able to resist Li Ziyan, let alone such a cute guy. The tension and worry in his heart dissipated a little. He walked up to Li Ziyan and handed him a strawberry. "I'm back, aren't I? I won't be traveling again soon."
"Really?"
"Really." Han Zhiyao couldn't bear to see the child suffer. Although he had to avoid suspicion, the most important thing was to coax the child first.
Sure enough, after hearing Han Zhiyao's promise, Li Ziyan's expression was no longer so sad. Instead, he smiled sweetly and rubbed against Han Zhiyao.
"Boss Han, we haven't watched a movie together for a long time. Can you go with me?"
Han Zhiyao's eyebrows jumped. Ever since Li Ziyan confessed his love to him, he had never called him father. He knew that this little guy was secretly trying to narrow the generation gap between them and was playing tricks.
"Don't be disrespectful. Who taught you that?"
"That's not the case. You are only 12 years older than me. Aren't you afraid of being called old?" Li Ziyan pouted and spoke in a coquettish tone. He smiled, put the kitten on the ground, and hugged Han Zhiyao's arm instead.
Han Zhiyao's body stiffened, and his eyes moved to Li Ziyan's face. The expectation in the child's eyes made his heart warm.
He was silent for a while, then slowly said, "I have something else to do. Let Qi Le accompany you to see it."
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