Xu Yangxia blinked his big eyes but said nothing. After getting dressed neatly, the butler led him to the door of Qi Du’s study. Grandpa Butler gently knocked on the door, and Qi Du inside said, “Come in.”
The little male lead was a little timid, but seeing the old butler beside him smiling broadly, he calmed down a little.
Qi Du was not surprised to see him. He stood up from his desk and waved at the little male lead. “Little Treasure, which tie clip do you think looks good on Daddy?”
Xu Yangxia had no idea what a tie clip was. Watching Qi Du gesture with several accessories in different colors, he finally realized he was supposed to choose one.
“This color.”
Qi Du nodded. “Mm, good taste. Your dad also likes this one.”
He had been brought back for quite a long time. Even though 0617 had helped, and legally they were his guardians, Xu Yangxia had just lost his parents and had never once called Qi Du “Dad.”
Occasionally, he only called him “Uncle.”
Only Qi Du himself remained tireless, proudly calling himself “Dad” over and over.
The little male lead waited patiently for a while, thinking Qi Du had some important matter to tell him. But after waiting for a long time, all Qi Du asked him was what to choose and what to eat next. There was nothing serious at all.
Xu Yangxia couldn’t help asking, “Uncle, don’t you have anything else you want to tell me?”
Qi Du laughed. “You’re so little. What could I possibly tell you? As long as you’re happy and healthy, that’s enough.”
Xu Yangxia was clearly stunned. When honored guests came to their home, his parents would always remind him of various things.
For example, don’t run around, be polite, don’t argue with other children, and be generous when guests came to visit… things like that.
Today he was going to meet 0617, the person Qi Du liked, and his future stepmother. He was a very important person, wasn’t he? Was Qi Du really not going to say anything?
Wasn’t he worried that Xu Yangxia might accidentally offend him and mess everything up?
Qi Du had no idea that Little Treasure had already started imagining things on his own. After getting ready, he casually scooped Xu Yangxia up into his arms.
His posture was a little rough, though… he tucked Xu Yangxia under his arm and looked very casual about it. The butler was startled when they went out. “Holding Little Young Master like that will make him uncomfortable.”
A question mark practically popped up over Qi Du’s head. “Little Treasure, are you uncomfortable?”
Xu Yangxia himself was completely dazed. Whatever Qi Du asked, he reflexively replied, “I’m fine.”
Qi Du laughed. He thought the little male lead was pretty easy to raise. “Hey, Little Treasure, let’s talk about something.”
The little male lead looked at him with big, black-grape eyes full of confusion, trying hard to twist his neck so he could look up at Qi Du’s expression. Qi Du used his other hand to put out his cigarette, then held him properly and sat upright.
“Our blended family situation is pretty complicated. I’m afraid your future stepfather might overthink things, so how about you call me Dad?”
“It’s fine if you don’t want to. If you really don’t, you can call me Uncle instead.”
Qi Du honestly never cared. He just wanted to tease the child a little.
As long as he treated the little male lead like his son, he had nothing to feel guilty about. Whether the little male lead called him Dad or not was up to him. If he grew up into an ungrateful wolf in human skin, then the problem would be Xu Yangxia’s character.
But after he encouraged him like that, Little Treasure thought for a few seconds and actually nodded. “Okay.”
“I know it’s for the new stepfather. I’ll behave well.”
“Daddy, don’t worry~”
Qi Du froze. He lifted Xu Yangxia up and looked him over from left to right. You have to admit it… the power of that well-behaved child sweetly calling you “Daddy” was really strong. He was genuinely adorable.
Good children really were little angels. So sensible, so fair-skinned, so cute. This little bundle was just too good at making people happy.
Qi Du clicked his tongue twice. “Keep it up. Your stepmother is definitely going to adore you!”
Xu Yangxia tilted his head. “Really?”
Qi Du carried him downstairs. “Really. Dad never lies.”
The two of them chatted as they walked down. The car to pick up 0617 still hadn’t arrived yet. Qi Du asked in his mind, and 0617 sighed. 『Before I left, Mrs. Lu kept pulling me aside and warning me over and over to watch my words. She was driving me crazy.』
Qi Du was silent for a moment, but his face visibly darkened. “Has he gotten in the car yet?”
『Yes, I’m in the car. It should take a little over half an hour to get here.』
Qi Du didn’t ask any more. When the time was about right, he waited at the door. After the car stopped, he personally opened the door for 0617 and helped him out.
He hadn’t seen 0617 for several days, and to be honest, he really did miss him.
Qi Du’s gaze swept greedily over 0617. Seeing that he was safe and sound, with no major problems and no injuries, he finally relaxed.
“Long time no see.”
0617 wore a gentle smile. “We only saw each other a few days ago.”
Qi Du was happy to say it that way anyway. As he turned to welcome 0617 inside, he saw Xu Yangxia standing at the door.
The little male lead was probably a little nervous. He timidly held onto Grandpa Butler beside him, his little face blushing a shy red.
After meeting 0617’s gaze, he gathered his courage and said, “M-Mr. Lu, hello~”
0617 paused. His heart was practically melting from how adorable the little male lead was. But he kept his expression steady, bent down gently, and greeted him warmly. “Hello, Little Treasure~”
He and Qi Du were completely different types… one domineering and powerful, the other gentle and restrained.
0617 had an elegant appearance, not nearly as sharp and imposing as Qi Du. His features were regular and soft, his eyes seemed to speak, and when he smiled, two shallow dimples appeared on his face.
He had a faint scholarly air about him, as if every gesture carried the fragrance of books and ink.
Xu Yangxia had thought Qi Du was already very handsome, but he hadn’t expected 0617 to be this good-looking too. Children had very straightforward standards for beauty, and they could also more keenly sense the hidden aura a person carried.
The person in front of him was gentle and soft, and he looked very harmonious standing beside Qi Du. The two of them had an indescribable unspoken understanding.
Little Treasure didn’t know what that was, but he could vaguely sense one word: fitting.
Qi Du and 0617 were a perfect fit.
The two of them becoming his new parents and guardians was also a perfect fit.
Seeing that he wasn’t resisting, Qi Du let out a slight sigh of relief and said gently, “Come inside. Why are you standing out here?”
“Little Treasure, tell Mr. Lu your name.”
Xu Yangxia looked up. Seeing the two of them standing together with gentle brows and eyes, as warm and patient as his parents, he immediately wasn’t as afraid anymore.
“Mr. Lu, my name is Xu Yangxia. I’m not Daddy’s biological son, but I’ll be very obedient.”
0617’s heart melted completely. He had wanted to hug Little Treasure for a long time, and at last he could put it into action.
“Hello, Xiaxia. My name is 0617. Do you want to hug me?”