Xu Yangxia blinked his big eyes and tightened his arms around Qi Du’s arm a little. “I can do it too? Really?”
Qi Du smiled. “Of course. I have this ability. I can give you all the best resources. As long as you want to, you can do very well.”
“But Daddy still wants you to be happy the most. You and Qiqi are both very important to Daddy. If you really don’t want to, I won’t force you to do anything.”
Xu Yangxia looked at him, then leaned close to Qi Du’s ear and whispered, “Daddy, do you like a child like brother better?”
Qi Du raised his brows. “I do like your brother very much, but right now you are Daddy’s sweetheart. Daddy will like you even more.”
“You don’t need to become especially outstanding. Even if you’re ordinary and plain, you’re still the person Daddy and Qiqi like the most.”
“Little Treasure, don’t feel insecure. Daddy brought you back, so I will properly be your guardian. You’re no worse than any other child. If you’ve been wronged, you’ll always have a place to come back and report it.”
“Today, many uncles and aunties also praised you for being cute and well-behaved, so you’re also Daddy’s pride.”
Qi Du and 0617 were both rather easygoing, and their wedding skipped a lot of tedious steps. That freed up quite a bit of time for them to bring Xu Yangxia around and introduce him to everyone.
The little male lead was dressed especially delicately and cutely today. Surrounded by Qi Du and 0617, he was impossible to overlook at all. The two handsome, gentle men took great care of him, which was actually rather enviable to the people around them.
Because Qi Du and 0617 placed so much importance on him, Xu Yangxia’s status was different even though he was adopted.
With Qi Lan backing him up as well, many children from other families had been told by their parents to try making friends with the little male lead.
At first, Xu Yangxia was a little reserved, afraid that someone would say he was an orphan and not Qi Du’s child.
But people are always different. Good children have good upbringings, and both parents are high-society people. They place great importance on their children’s education.
They were all extremely friendly to Xu Yangxia.
“Wow… Qi Lan! Your little brother is so adorable. Can I hug him?”
“I want to hug him too! Xiaxia, have you started school? What grade and class are you in? We’re from the same school. You can come find us to play later.”
“Mm-hmm! I heard you just moved to X City. You don’t have any friends yet, right? If Qi Lan doesn’t take you with him, you can come find me! I’m their big sister boss!”
“Su Ningwei! Can you stop snatching up a good-looking little brother the moment you see one? Xiaxia looks so well-behaved. You’re as wild as a monkey, so he definitely won’t pick you!”
“Hello, Xiaxia. My name is Song Tian. My father and Uncle Qi are also good friends. You can come play with me, your big sister. My house has lots of storybooks, and I can share them with you.”
“So many people here! Why are you two young ladies competing over him? Xiaxia is a boy, so of course he should play with his brother!”
“Little Treasure, don’t be afraid! Qi Lan and I grew up wearing the same pants. My name is Jiang Mingxi. From now on, I’ll back you up! No one at school will dare bully you!”
“…”
Five or six children chattered away, surrounding Xu Yangxia and Qi Lan, talking about this and that, and sharing the tasty things they’d eaten and the fun things they’d seen.
If Xu Yangxia didn’t understand something, Qi Lan would quietly explain it to him from the side.
Qi Du and 0617 stood far away, glanced over at them, and both curved their lips into smiles, sincerely thanking the parents of those children.
『Target character happiness index +5, +3, current value 24』
A little male lead’s life should, of course, have many wonderful people taking part in it. He wasn’t born to be a tool serving another man.
0617 had originally been rather uneasy, but after today’s wedding, the one who should have gained the most was the little male lead.
He suddenly understood why Qi Du had made up his mind to become Little Treasure’s father.
To become his guardian and his support, and provide him with every favorable environment.
Under those conditions, he could meet many very good people. The goodwill pouring in from every direction was far more than what one lover could give.
Xu Yangxia would meet a good family, good friends, good classmates, and a good teacher. His life would always be bright and splendid, and the road ahead would be wide open.
After this day ended, Xu Yangxia really did open up quite a bit. Before, because of Cheng Huan’s matter, the little male lead had avoided going to school, but after making new friends, he was willing to take that step forward on his own.
Children actually grow very quickly. As long as the guidance is correct, as long as you help them find their own value and affirm their direction, they will soon enter a new stage.
Qi Du was also quite satisfied. After he entered elementary school, Xu Yangxia’s condition became steadier day by day. After making friends, the numbers rose steadily, and by third grade of elementary school, they had already climbed to 42.
0617 also found an art he liked, specialized in that area for a while, and now runs a gardening shop of his own.
Life was on track, except that Qi Du worked himself to the bone every day, which was really too exhausting.
He had said he wanted to build feelings with his partner, but the overworked president didn’t even have a moment of free time. These three years had truly been like living the life of a beast of burden.
After finally getting all the major projects in hand done, Qi Du also planned to give himself a good vacation, then take 0617 and Little Treasure traveling, which would also deepen the family’s bond.
When 0617 heard him make that suggestion, he thought it was pretty good. “It really is necessary to take the child out to broaden his horizons. You’ve been so busy you can’t stop, and I never dared to tell you my plan.”
Qi Du laughed. “Oh~ So you’ve been planning this for a while, huh?”
“What? I didn’t accompany you on a honeymoon, and you’ve been thinking about it this whole time?”
0617 was speechless. “Can you go one day without using your narcissism on me?”
Qi Du reached out and pulled him over. “Why wouldn’t I use it? If I don’t use it on you, who else am I supposed to use it on?”
As he spoke, he wrapped his arms around his waist and leaned naturally into 0617’s embrace. 0617 was startled and quickly set down the cup in his hand.
“You’re that old already, and you’re still acting spoiled?”
Qi Du muttered softly, “I work so hard every day. Can’t I slack off a bit with you?”
“We’re already married. On paper, I’m still your husband! Why are you being so cold and heartless toward me?”
0617 choked on his words, but his hand still naturally lifted to smooth down Qi Du’s hair.
After spending so long together, 0617 knew very well that Qi Du had feelings for him. As for being surprised, there wasn’t really much of that, because Qi Du’s gaze when he looked at him was often hot enough.
But before, 0617 had automatically ignored and avoided it many times.
Over time, he slowly got used to it. Actually, he wasn’t very resistant to it either. Qi Du was a pretty good person… outstanding in appearance, strong in ability, and kind to the people around him.
The two of them had always worked together very well. When discussing things, they were often in sync, and neither one was domineering. So when Qi Du occasionally took the initiative to get close, 0617 wouldn’t push him away.
Xu Yangxia came home from school, and as soon as he stepped through the door, he saw Daddy acting spoiled with Qiqi again.
The little male lead calmly set down his backpack. “Daddy, are you recharging with Qiqi again?”