Edited March 21, 2024
Xia Wan didn’t know why he had inexplicably dug a hole for himself.
He gripped the soup bowl tightly, feeling at a loss for how to respond or defend himself.
As Huo Yu’s smile widened, his eyes took on a mischievous gleam, and he lifted his eyebrows with a touch of teasing. “What’s the matter, did you forget what you said?” he smiled, relishing the moment and enjoying Xia Wan’s perplexed reaction.
“I meant ‘pay attention’,” Xia Wan clarified, feeling a bit frustrated. He couldn’t shake off the sense that his words sounded odd, adding to his confusion.
Even in defeat, one does not lose their composure or integrity.
Xia Wan calmly set the bowl down and mimicked Huo Yu’s posture, leaning back and extending one leg slightly forward until it was right next to Huo Yu’s feet.
Huo Yu lowered his gaze and found Xia Wan’s foot right in his line of sight no matter where he looked.
Xia Wan’s foot, adorned with Pikachu-themed yellow slippers, appeared especially fair and delicate. His ankles were slim and white, with slightly pink toenails that were neatly trimmed.
“Eldest master, if you have any questions, feel free to ask,” Xia Wan said confidently, tilting his chin up slightly, creating a graceful line from his slender neck. “Let’s communicate openly,” he added.
Huo Yu’s gaze slowly shifted from his toes and settled on Xia Wan, his eyes carrying a hint of provocation.
After a brief silence, he inquired, “Didn’t you like Huo Lin a lot? Why did you suddenly break up with him?”
Exactly as he thought, Xia Wan thought. Despite everything, it seemed Huo Yu still didn’t trust him completely.
Luckily, he knows where he stands and is patient. After all, they’re just working together. They’ll have disagreements sooner or later, but there’s no point in getting upset about it.
It was better to speak up rather than keeping things to yourself.
He raised his chin, appearing thoughtful as he took a moment to consider his response. Finally, he spoke with a serious tone, “The truth is, I don’t have any feelings for him at all.”
Huo Yu raised his eyebrows, the meaning of the smile between them unclear.
“And how could someone like him even be mentioned in the same breath as the eldest master?” Xia Wan was flattered, his words dripping with admiration. “I was simply pressured by my uncle and brother into agreeing.”
After speaking, Xia Wan stood up and rolled his eyes. “Young Master, may I do the dishes?” he asked.
“Huo Lin,” Huo Yu suddenly asked, “Did he ever bully you?”
“Ah?” Xia Wan’s eyes widened, and it took a moment for him to understand what Huo Yu meant.
As Xia Wan watched Huo Yu’s eyes shift in an unusual manner, he found it both intriguing and amusing. It was a novel sight, one that he couldn’t help but find funny.
“Hmm~~” He unconsciously placed his hands on the table and leaned forward, wearing a mournful expression on his face.
As Xia Wan’s delicate face leaned in closer, gradually nearing Huo Yu’s cheek, his warm breath swept across his skin. It carried his distinct scent, reminiscent of milk, leaving a gentle sensation wherever it touched, causing a slight itch that was indescribable yet pleasant.
It wasn’t until Huo Yu could clearly see the faint lines on Xia Wan’s pink lips that he spoke again.
“Eldest Master,” Xia Wan’s voice was soft, with a mischievous smile, “Does holding hands count?”
Anticipating the Eldest Master’s retaliation, Xia Wan swiftly picked up the bowl and hurried into the kitchen after saying this.
This, he failed to notice that Huo Yu’s expression showed neither anger nor amusement.
When he came back from washing the dishes, he found the dining table empty and Huo Yu nowhere to be seen.
Xia Wan couldn’t help but laugh a couple of times as he remembered what had just happened before heading upstairs to pack his things.
He had purchased several sets of underwear for Xia Chengzhang and also got him a new mobile phone.
Xia Chengzhang’s old phone was too worn out, and the screen was no longer working properly.
After tidying up, Xia Wan opened the door with his bag on his back and spotted Huo Yu standing at his door, leaning against the wall.
“Eldest Master,” Xia Wan said, looking a little surprised, “Are you looking for me?”
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“I’ll take a different car,” Huo Yu said firmly, leaving no room for argument.
Xia Wan was momentarily stunned, but before he could react, Huo Yu grabbed the strap of his backpack and pulled him forward abruptly, causing him to stumble and accidentally bump into Huo Yu’s chest.
“Hiss~” Xia Wan instinctively raised his hand to cover his forehead, and then he heard a low chuckle coming from above his head.
Sure enough, Huo Yu was getting back at him. Xia Wan slander, he felt unfairly treated.
This person seemed to enjoy bullying him. Although he was cold to others, at least he was still polite.
He was not majestic enough, Xia Wan silently concluded.
He kept his lips tightly pressed together and remained unusually quiet throughout the journey.
When the car stopped at a traffic light, Huo Yu suddenly opened the storage box and offered a bag of spiced broad beans to Xia Wan. “Do you want some?” he asked, holding the bag out under his gaze.
Xia Wan always enjoyed this kind of fragrant and crispy food. He would definitely accept the offer.
Sure enough, Xia Wan’s eyes narrowed slightly, his red lips pursing unconsciously as he glanced up at him once more.
Huo Yu couldn’t help but feel a sense of satisfaction as he noticed the longing and want in Xia Wan’s eyes.
Huo Yu shook the bag of broad beans in his hand as if teasing a cat. Xia Wan tilted his head, looking annoyed. “I won’t eat it,” he declared firmly.
“There won’t be any snack like this once you give this up,” Huo Yu said with a smile.
“It’s just a pack of broad beans,” Xia Wan said sullenly, “I can buy them myself. How come I won’t get them?”
“This pack is special,” Huo Yu said. “Aren’t you doing a good job at your broadcast?”
Xia Wan looked at him cautiously, feeling a twinge of guilt. “Did you watch it?” he asked.
“No,” Huo Yu replied. “I accidentally clicked in a few days ago and saw that you had tens of thousands of fans.”
Xia Wan felt a little proud, and a small smile played at the corners of his lips.
“This snack is exclusively for five-star hotels,” Huo Yu explained. “We’ve also partnered with the Shen family. They’re planning to launch an online promotion soon. Are you interested?”
Xia Wan raised his eyes and silently took the bag of broad beans into his hand.
Since his first live broadcast, his fans have grown rapidly, and now they have exceeded the 30,000 mark.
Most people find watching him eat to be a stress reliever. Some parents even use it to coax their children to eat, and others who have trouble eating themselves.
But most of his fans are food enthusiasts from around the world.
As more and more people join the live broadcast room, his popularity continues to grow.
Some people are willing to spend money on him and give him rewards, while others just want to enjoy and discover delicious food.
Regardless of their reasons, they all share the desire to enjoy delicious food experiences, and many are willing to spend money to satisfy that craving.
Despite the tempting opportunities, Xia Wan remained steadfast in his original intentions. He didn’t want to pursue fleeting wealth.
Xia Wan remained firm in his stance, recognizing that giving in to such temptations was not sustainable.
However, if he decided to pursue this, he knew he had to approach it with seriousness and dedication.
He hasn’t researched other products yet, but he knows that the food must be healthy, clean, and hygienic.
He understands that this is the most fundamental requirement for anyone.
In the end, earning money should be a result of honest work and using one’s skills and abilities conscientiously.
He also had to acknowledge that sourcing and selecting products was a challenging but crucial step.
Huo Yu’s bag of broad beans was clearly on Xia Wan’s mind. After all, if someone like Huo Yu endorsed it, it couldn’t be too bad.
“Is the factory qualified? Are the quality inspection procedures thorough? Are the food ingredients clearly labeled?” Xia Wan fired off questions one after another.
“I will let the manufacturer communicate with you directly later, he will answer all of your questions in detail” Huo Yu suggested.
“Oh,” Xia Wan looked up and spoke earnestly to Huo Yu. “In that case, I’ll have to try it first before making a decision.”
Huo Yu couldn’t help but let out a small tsk as he lightly tapped his hand on the steering wheel. He felt a bit speechless watching Xia Wan unknowingly got himself involved with influential people. It was ironic how he reacted given the situation.
“Okay. ” Huo Yu responded a moment later.
As the car pulled up to Xia Chengzhang’s house, Xia Wan eagerly hopped out of the car and turned back to wave at Huo Yu, bidding him farewell.
With each wave, a few strands of his black hair danced in the air, moving with his enthusiastic gestures.
Huo Yu watched Xia Wan’s back as he entered the corridor, then, without hesitation, he reached for his phone and dialed Shen Yan’s number.
“The bag of broad beans I took from you last time,” Huo Yu said, “Contact the manufacturer and do an online promotion.”
“Huh,” Shen Yan was momentarily confused. “What’s the point of doing online promotion when demand is already high?”
Huo Yu fell silent, and for a moment, there was no response from the other end of the line.
Suddenly, Shen Yan realized why Huo Yu, who rarely indulged in snacks, had taken his bag of broad beans without any explanation.
He groaned and felt a bit speechless. “Okay, I’ll handle it,” he said finally.
Around eleven o’clock, Xia Yang arrived with his mother, Zhao Chengfang. They were accompanied by a driver who followed behind, carrying a large food box.
Zhao Chengfang cooked several dishes with care, and Xia Wan helped her by placing them on the dining table while they chatted.
The food was still hot, so Xia Wan urged Xia Chengzhang to come over, and then the others took their seats one by one.
The dining table was filled with chatter. Xia Chengzhang explained the situation to Aunt Sun once more. Zhao Chengfang waved her hand and said, “We’re all family here. If something goes wrong, we’ll figure it out together. Brother, you did the right thing.”
With a friendly smile, she said, “Please have some more turtle soup. I haven’t cooked it for anyone else before, just for you I made it.”
After dinner, Xia Yang left early, but Zhao Chengfang stayed behind.
“Hi, Wanwan,” Zhao Chengfang said to Xia Wan, “Your dad told me you’ve been doing really well in your studies lately.”
“I have done decently,” Xia Wan said as he sat next to Xia Chengzhang, peeling oranges for him, and smiling brightly.
“But you shouldn’t always work too much,” Zhao Chengfang said. “You need to have fun when it’s time, and make more friends.”
“Yes,” Xia Wan agreed with a nod, “Auntie is correct.”
“Tonight,” Zhao Chengfang said as she handed her two tickets, “He Jun has a concert at the stadium. Auntie got a ticket for you. Are you going to enjoy the concert with your boyfriend tonight?”
He Jun was a popular young idol who belonged to the Shenzhou entertainment company. He was highly talented and adored by many young people. Fu Ling happened to be one of his fans and greatly admired him.
“Thank you, Auntie,” Xia Wan expressed her gratitude as she tucked away the ticket. “My boyfriend has something to take care of at home tonight, but my roommate is a big fan of He Jun. He’s been trying to get a ticket for days.”
“He Jun is more popular,” Zhao Chengfang said with a smile, handing over another red envelope. “Have a great time with your classmates tonight. If you need more money, just ask your aunt.”
Xia Wan smiled and pressed his lips together, but he didn’t reach out. Instead, he just looked at Xia Chengzhang for a moment.
“Simply accept the gifts from your elders,” Xia Chengzhang advised calmly.
“Thank you, Auntie,” Xia Wan said with genuine appreciation, his eyes sparkling with joy and gratitude as he expressed his thanks again.
“Don’t drink too much or get too wild when you’re out,” Xia Chengzhang said again.
“I understand, Dad,” Xia Wan said with a smile as he gave an orange to Xia Chengzhang and agreed right away.
“Okay, brother, make sure to rest well too,” Zhao Chengfang said, noticing the task was done and there was no need for her to stay longer. She stood up to bid goodbye.
“Wanwan, escort your aunt downstairs,” Xia Chengzhang said.
“No need,” Zhao Chengfang smiled. “It’s just on the second floor. There’s no need to bother the child to go.”
Xia Wan wasn’t very polite as well he just smiled and waved his hand,”Goodbye, aunt.”
Zhao Chengfang stepped out of the hallway into the sunlight. She felt much more comfortable outside than she did indoors.
Xia Chengzhang’s house had aged over the years, lacking in natural light and feeling cramped. Its small size made it difficult for anyone to move around comfortably, let alone sit still for an extended period.
She reached into her pocket, took out her phone, and dialed a number.
“Mrs. Huo,” Zhao Chengfang’s tone became more respectful, “I’ve ensured everything. Xia Wan will not come over tonight.”
Li Yun hung up the phone with a smile, then turned to Huo Peixue and remarked, “Just as I said, I made sure that Huo Yu can’t bring people who aren’t deserving. After all, this is a formal banquet with all the important figures in the circle present. How would he dare to bring that low born person. Even Huo Yu needs to save face right?”
Huo Peixue felt relieved upon hearing this, but he still expressed concern,”I am afraid Huo Yu would be shameless.”
“Then just drive away that shameless guy for good.” Li Yun said.
“You,” Huo Peixue shook his head helplessly.
If it were that simple, would he have tolerated Huo Yu until now?
There remained a significant number of individuals who were aware of the events that transpired in the past. Furthermore, there were countless onlookers who kept a close eye on the affairs of the Huo family, finding amusement in their situation and taking pleasure in their misfortunes.
However, after tonight, Huo Yu would have to return for good, and after this Xia Wan would completely vanish from this circle.
Xia Wan was delighted as he exchanged two concert tickets for Fu Ling’s snack gift pack for a whole month. This transaction left him feeling pleased and content.
“Eldest Master, what do you think of this suit?” He emerged from the fitting room with a smile on his face.
Huo Yu was sitting on the sofa with his legs crossed, and he looked up after hearing this.
The black slim-fitting suit hugged Xia Wan’s waist snugly, creating a defined indentation and emphasizing his slender figure.
This tailored fit not only made his waist look slim but also elongated his legs, contributing to his overall perfect body proportions.
The white shirt gracefully extends from the neckline of the dress, resembling a pair of pristine, snow-white hands delicately reaching out.
This subtle detail enhances Xia Wan’s appearance, making his slightly curved eyes stand out even more with a brighter and purer expression.
Xia Wan’s hair was styled upwards, revealing his smooth and fair plump forehead.
His eyebrows were beautifully arched and elongated, with the corners of his lips slightly upturned.
Even the gentle curve of his nose tip added to his approachable and friendly appearance.
Every facial feature was beautiful, but when all the features came together on this face, it looked many times better than before, with a lively beauty.
Huo Yu stood up and opened the fancy box next to him. From it, he retrieved a sunflower brooch. Lowering his gaze, he fastened the brooch onto his chest.
The bright golden color instantly brought a lively and innocent vibe to Xia Wan’s appearance.
“Good-looking,” he murmured in a low voice, his eyes shifting downward to inspect himself. The tone of his voice hinted at a sense of satisfaction or approval as he took in his appearance.
Every detail of this outfit, from head to toe, was personally chosen by Huo Yu.
Xia Wan lifted his head slightly, a smile playing on his lips, as he whispered, “Is this how the young master envisions his ideal partner?”
Huo Yu’s eyes darkened slightly, the intensity of his gaze increasing as he looked at him for a brief moment.
There was a flicker of emotion in his eyes before he shi
fted his gaze away, as if to avoid prolonged eye contact.
“Don’t worry,” Xia Wan reassured, “I’ll play your perfect partner tonight.”
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I really wonder what they have planned for Huo Yu tonight? It sounds marriage related, but at the same time they know he’ll refuse, so I can only imagine they want to make him so frustrated/uncomfortable that he leaves the country