When Fang Zeyu called that evening, Shu Yan told him about the kindergarten activities for the next day.
"They said Mom and Dad absolutely have to go together, and I was thinking... asking you to come along. Tianbao agreed too. Do you have time?" Shuyan asked a little shyly.
"Yes, yes, of course I have time." Fang Zeyu was extremely excited. Even if it was a huge deal tomorrow, he would give way to it.
The next morning, Shu Yan put on the company's latest clothes and brought a set of sportswear in case the kindergarten activities required physical activity, as her skirt would be a bit inconvenient. The children were already dressed in their school uniforms, and Shu Yan led them downstairs. Fang Zeyu was already waiting there. When she saw him, Shu Yan was almost blinded by his brilliance. He was dressed in a sharp suit, with slicked-back hair that was styled with mousse, making it shine.
"What are you doing?" If you lit another cigar, you'd be a Hong Kong movie mogul.
"I dressed like a successful person, is that okay? Will it embarrass Tianbao?" He searched high and low last night. He bought this outfit after going out for a drink, wore it only once, and then kept it at the bottom of his trunk. He didn't know if it was out of style. He heard that rich people buy clothes in season and are very particular about them. He would go to the mall to buy a few outfits later.
Shu Yan couldn't stop laughing, and Tianbao ran over and circled around Fang Zeyu, saying, "Uncle Fang is so handsome."
Fang Zeyu raised an eyebrow smugly, "Men's taste is indeed different."
“Yes, it’s definitely different.” Shuya glanced at him.
Shu Yan thought it was too retro, but this style was indeed quite popular in the 90s, especially among successful people. However, Fang Zeyu looked a bit fierce and had a scar on his face, so this style felt a bit strange.
"Should I go change?" Actually, Fang Zeyu felt awkward dressed like this.
"No need, this is fine as it is. But bring a tracksuit. It's your first time participating, and you don't know what the activities are like. If parents have to perform or participate in sports, this outfit might be a bit inconvenient."
"Parents have to perform?" He's not afraid of sports, but what if it's a performance? He can't exactly go up and sing the national anthem or a military song, can he?
"It's alright, things will work themselves out. We'll just have to listen to the teacher's instructions."
To be honest, Shu Yan was also a little flustered. When she was in kindergarten at Nanfu Mansion, there were occasional activities where parents would watch their children perform. This kindergarten was different. Tianbao said that parents would also have to participate. Shu Yan remembered the videos of parents complaining that she had seen online, and she felt a little panicked.
Shu Yan and Fang Zeyu arrived quite early. Several parents were already there, chatting animatedly. When they saw Shu Yan, they exchanged glances and quietly asked around, but none of them recognized her. However, anyone who could attend Nanshan Kindergarten couldn't be an insignificant person, and they greeted the two of them very warmly.
China has experienced a special period in its history, during which many families with a rich heritage disappeared. The new generation that has risen to prominence are all farmers, so no one should look down on anyone else. Therefore, when they looked at Fang Zeyu, they didn't have many doubts. So what if he has a scar on his face? If you have money, even if you are paralyzed, people will still say that you are exceptionally charming.
Parents arrived one after another, some of whom knew each other. Shu Yan and Fang Zeyu sat in a corner and did not go over to join in the fun.
"The people who came today have achieved great success in their respective fields. Even if you don't need them now, you might need their help someday. With such a great network, shouldn't you expand it?" The speaker was a very beautiful woman wearing a white suit. She had a strong presence and gave off the feeling of a domineering female CEO.
"I don't really understand what they're talking about, so I won't join in." Shu Yan smiled and saw the little girl next to her. "Is this your daughter? She's so cute!" She really is cute, just like a Barbie doll.
"My daughter, Angela, is 5 years old. Where is your child?"
Shu Yan pointed to Tianbao playing with his classmates not far away, "That's my son. He's a very naughty kid, he never stops moving."
“Boys should be a little mischievous, otherwise you’ll worry about them.” The woman patted her child’s head. “You don’t know these people, do you? Since you’re free, let me introduce you. See that woman in the red dress? Her family is in the rubber business. Her husband’s uncle has a rubber plantation in the south. The couple who just came in own a hotel; the Nanshan Hotel is theirs…”
Shu Yan felt that this person was completely different from his appearance; he was a very warm person.
It's good to have someone introduce you to these people. Shu Yan has a general understanding of their backgrounds. As expected of a prestigious kindergarten, the parents are either rich or powerful.
There are only 15 students in Tianbao's class. The parents arrived on time. The teacher gave an opening speech, then informed the children about their situation at school and the schedule for today's activities. Sure enough, after the children finished singing and dancing, the parents were to join in games and competitions.
Shu Yan thought they would play some noisy games, but instead the whole family worked together to complete a painting and do a craft. Come to think of it, they are usually high-ranking officials and big bosses, so it wouldn't be appropriate for them to be jumping around like that.
The competition turned out to be quite lively. The mothers competed to see who could dress their children the fastest and best, and the child was rewarded with a little red flower. The fathers, on the other hand, were catching fruit with rubber bands tied around their necks. Fang Zeyu, who had been quiet before, suddenly perked up. He might not be able to compete in other areas, but surely he could win at grabbing things!
As soon as the teacher called "start," Fang Zeyu rushed forward to grab the fruit. The other fathers, who were usually either in company meetings or socializing, couldn't compete with Fang Zeyu, who was used to exercising, and were all dragged along by him.
Tianbao was so excited, his little face turned red. Seeing Fang Zeyu constantly grabbing things, he jumped up and down and shouted, "Go, Dad!"
Fang Zeyu was stunned when he heard Tianbao call him "Dad". He was pulled back a step by someone next to him, but he immediately realized what was happening and pulled the person back with a force.
She flashed eight pearly white teeth at Tianbao, saying, "Daddy will take them all for you."
"Dad is the best!" Tianbao grinned from ear to ear.
As the event ended, Tianbao ran over, and Fang Zeyu grabbed him and tossed him into the air amidst Tianbao's exclamation. "How about that? Did I embarrass you?"
"Dad is the best." Tianbao gave Fang Zeyu a thumbs up.
Shu Yan watched their interaction with a smile. If she didn't say it, who would believe that the two of them were not related by blood?
Next, the teacher finished his speech, and the woman next to him returned with her child, accompanied by a very handsome but aloof man.
"You are very happy."
"They're all so happy." Shu Yan looked around and saw parents with their children, all smiles. Who wasn't happy?
“It’s different.” The woman turned to look at Shu Yan. They were the only two genuinely there for the child, smiling the most. Everyone else… all had ulterior motives. “I completely forgot to introduce myself. Hello, my name is Sun Qian.”
Shu Yan almost thought she had misheard and repeated, "Sun Qian?"
“Yes. Sun Qian, Hu Ruixue’s childhood friend.” Sun Qian looked at Shu Yan with a relaxed expression. “She must have told you about me, right? Otherwise, you wouldn’t have reacted so strongly as soon as you heard my name.”
"Cough... I only said a little bit." Her reaction seemed a bit over the top. But she was genuinely surprised; anyone would be surprised if someone who was supposed to be abroad suddenly appeared in the country, especially with a child.
"Mom," the child next to Sun Qian tugged at her sleeve and called softly.
"Are you thirsty?" Sun Qian poured her some water, and after she finished drinking, she looked up and smiled, "Aren't you curious why I'm in China and have such a big child?" Before Shu Yan could answer, she continued, "After graduating from university, I went abroad to study against my family's wishes. My purpose was simple: I liked Ji Fansheng, and I missed him so much, madly. I never expected him to agree to date me. During that time... I was very happy, but unfortunately, it didn't last long. He disappeared when I was pregnant."
"Ji Fansheng left while you were pregnant?" Shu Yan had only found him disgusting before, but now she realized he could be even more disgusting. Was he even a man? He wasn't even human.
Sun Qian didn't answer. She looked down at the child and said softly, "I can't find him. Abortion is not allowed abroad. Actually, I wanted to give birth to Angela myself. When I was about to give birth, I couldn't hold on and told my family. After giving birth, I was taken back to China. Angela's household registration is now under my older brother's name. I was in Beijing before."
"So what are you planning to do after coming back?" Shu Yan still didn't understand what Sun Qian meant.
“I just came to participate in the event, and I didn’t expect to see you. Don’t worry, I didn’t investigate Ruixue and you. My mom just mentioned it last time, and I was curious and asked around. I also saw you having dinner with Ruixue once, so that’s how I know what you look like. I wanted to tell you these things, probably hoping you could help me tell Ruixue these things? I regret it. Because of Ji Fansheng, I lost my best friend, and my family ignores me. I’m living like a monster.” Sun Qian said with a bitter smile.
"You still have a child, no matter what, you have to think about her."
Sun Qian nodded. If it weren't for her child, she would have given up long ago.
"There's something else I need to tell you. Tell Ruixue to be careful of Ji Fansheng. He's different than before." Sun Qian didn't say anything more.
After the event ended, Tianbao held Shuyan's hand in one hand and Fang Zeyu's hand in the other, walking with a bouncy and skipping gait. If the two of them hadn't been holding him, he wouldn't have been bouncing around at all.
"Dad, look at the little red flowers on my face." Tianbao raised his head to show Fang Zeyu the little red flowers on his face. There were five or six of them. He had the most little red flowers among all the children today, and he also won a lot of prizes.
Fang Zeyu had initially thought Tianbao was just calling him that in front of his classmates and parents, but now that they were outside of school, he still called him "Dad." A surge of emotion welled up inside him, and he asked, "Tianbao, would you... like me to be your dad from now on?"
Tianbao gave him a strange look. Wasn't he calling him "Dad" right now?
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