The torment that had been lingering in Liu Yue's mind finally gripped Chen Shichao's throat that very night, making him feel increasingly suffocated.
The distress is that, as Chen Bing's parents, they feel completely incapable of being parents. On the contrary, they are constantly looked down upon by their own child.
This huge sense of disparity was unbearable for Chen Shichao. He always felt that no matter how successful he made the restaurant, the capital and the ideas came from Chen Bing, and that could never be changed.
Just as some children want to escape the shadow of their high-achieving parents, Chen Shichao also wants to escape the shadow of his son. He wants to achieve something on his own without relying on his son.
So, after another sleepless night, Chen Shichao decided to make a change.
This change began outward, starting with setting goals to improve himself and studying diligently. It gradually extended inward, transforming him into a completely different person who now appears mature and cultured.
For example, a few months ago, when Chen Bing returned from taking a certification exam, Chen Shichao chatted with him for a few minutes, much like a father would.
But those are ultimately minor paths, lacking real strength to back them up; they are merely bluffing, playing the role of the father.
So he worked hard all along and finally got into his dream university today. With a great score, he proudly showed off to his son and heard him willingly call him "Dad".
Chen Shichao was overjoyed today; he hadn't been this happy in a long time. However, he also understood that achieving victory in the college entrance examination was only the first step in a long journey. He needed to work even harder and be more self-disciplined in the future to provide a better life for Yueyue, realize his more exciting life vision, and keep up with his son's continuous progress.
But let's skip it today. After all, we just achieved a milestone, so let's relax a bit and spend time with Yueyue.
Thinking of this, Chen Shichao touched the various movie tickets, amusement park tickets, and other items he had bought in advance in his pocket, preparing to take his wife to Pengcheng for a long-awaited date, as a way to celebrate.
He naturally didn't want Chen Bing to come along, so he needed to get rid of him first.
"Xiao Chen."
"exist."
"Go play with the little girl across the street. Daddy is going out with Yueyue. We probably won't be back tonight. I'll teach you those math problems you've been working on lately tomorrow night." Chen Shichao used the self-reference "Daddy" for the first time.
At the same time, while holding his wife's slender waist, he spoke to Chen Bing arrogantly, as if leaving no room for negotiation.
Yo yo yo, Daddy's going out with Yueyue, uh!
Out of respect for the old man's nascent respect, Chen Bing said nothing. He simply gave a curt "Ah!" and left the room decisively.
Chen Shichao wanted to go on a long trip alone with Yueyue to celebrate. Needless to say, Chen Bing knew what the old man was planning. But then again, it was true that if he really had some strange intentions, it wouldn't be good for her to go along. Otherwise, it would be awkward for her, awkward for Yueyue, and awkward for everyone in the end.
Watching her son leave decisively, Liu Yue was bewildered. Weren't they just celebrating? How could things be settled so quickly after just a few words?
Watching her husband pull out various receipts from his pocket, Liu Yue playfully slapped him, and after a little preparation, she was dragged along by him to go on a trip and enjoy some time alone together.
Leaving aside the sparks that might fly when this loving couple goes on a road trip to celebrate, Chen Bing, who has arrived at Shang Yunmiao's house, discovers something interesting.
"You want to learn to ride a bicycle?"
Seeing a brand-new, off-white mini bicycle suddenly appear in Shang Yunmiao's living room, Chen Bing asked in surprise.
"Mmm!" After introducing the bicycle to Chen Bing, Shang Yunmiao continued, "When I went to school with my mom before, I saw many older brothers and sisters riding bicycles to school, so I told my mom that I wanted to ride a bicycle to school too, and she bought it for me."
"Oh, I see." Chen Bing looked around the bicycle twice and then said to Shang Yunmiao, "But you're still too young. If you're in first grade, Aunt Xuan definitely won't let you ride your bike to and from school alone."
Upon hearing this, Shang Yunmiao pouted and muttered softly, "That's what Dad told me too."
"However, it's definitely fine to ride it around the neighborhood."
Upon hearing this, Shang Yunmiao released the air that had been puffing out of her mouth and smiled sweetly.
"However, I've never ridden a bicycle before, so I don't know if I can ride one."
The bicycle was bought by Shang Yunmiao's parents at the mall yesterday afternoon, Friday. Because they spent a long time choosing it, it was already dark when they got back.
For safety reasons, they didn't let Shang Yunmiao practice riding a bike as soon as she got back. Instead, they made an appointment with the little girl to teach her after her mother got off work the next day.
The sensible and well-behaved Xiao Shang naturally agreed and patiently waited until now, when Chen Bing came to her house to seek refuge.
"Isn't it the weekend? Why is Aunt Xuan at work?" Chen Bing asked, looking around the room.
This question was a bit difficult for Shang Yunmiao. After some hard thinking, she tentatively answered, "Because of overtime?"
Are you asking me?
Chen Bing then shut her mouth and didn't ask anything more.
Upon seeing this, Xiao Shang scratched his head, wondering if he had said something wrong.
After a moment of silence, as if she had just thought of something, she suddenly asked Chen Bing, "By the way, Chen Bing, can you ride a bicycle?"
I can not only ride a bicycle, but I can also drive a car.
"Yes, I can. What's wrong? Do you want me to teach you?"
Shang Yunmiao shook her head and continued, "I made a promise with my parents that I can't ride it until they come back." Then, the little girl changed the subject, "But I can watch you ride it, and we can push the bike downstairs to play together!"
It's common knowledge that first, second, and third graders are the most annoying kids. They not only have a strong sense of territory, but they're also stingy with their things, not allowing anyone to touch them. If you cross their line, you're likely to be met with a sharp, explosive shout.
"Aren't you afraid I'll get your car dirty or damaged?" Chen Bing teased Shang Yunmiao with a smile after hearing her suggestion.
Upon hearing Chen Bing's teasing, Shang Yunmiao was taken aback, and the smile on her face instantly vanished. Then, she let out a soft sob.
Before Chen Bing could even react, Shang Yunmiao began to sob softly. As her pent-up grievances grew, her soft sobs turned into loud wailing.
Shang Yunmiao slightly raised her head, pursing her lips as if trying hard to hold back her tears, but they flowed uncontrollably. So she raised both hands, wiping away her tears, looking both adorable and pitiful…
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