edited April 9, 2024
Xia Wan became famous overnight because of his humorous and adorable expression.
Among the envious eyes of countless people, Xia Wan was the only one who felt that his live broadcast was a piece of black history.
He felt so awkward that he could almost imagine tracing the outline of a villa with his toes.
He hoped this buzz would fade quickly, but instead, the online excitement was growing.
At the same time, numerous brands reached out to him through the platform, seeking collaborations.
Xia Wan’s inbox was flooded with invitations from snacks, food, and drinks to clothing, accessories, and everyday items. As he scrolled through these offers, he couldn’t help but feel like he was in a dream.
Su Tang and Fu Ling squeezed Xia Wan between them, “You’re buying us lunch for a whole month!”
“Can we settle for just a week?” Xia Wan bargained.
“No way,” Fu Ling refused firmly.
“After getting so many rewards, you’re still worried about school lunch?” Su Tang exclaimed incredulously.
“Perhaps they might take it back,” Xia Wan said.
“Which family is lucky enough to have two kids grab an adult’s phone, take it away, and compete to make money?” Su Tang teased, poking Xia Wan on the forehead. “If they’ve got money, they should keep it for themselves, not come and reward you,” he concluded with a smirk. “Fool.”
Shen Xing didn’t say anything. He sat beside Xia Wan and started peeling an apple. When he heard the conversation, he raised his eyebrows and twirled the fruit knife between his fingers.
As if Xia Wan still refuses, he’ll resort to drastic measures.
Xia Wan eventually gave in with a pout, “Fine.”
A week after treating his friends, it was time for Xia Chengzhang’s final round of chemotherapy.
That day, Xia Wan took a day off from work and went to the hospital.
Xia Chengzhang was accompanied by Zhang Ruicheng. When he saw Xia Wan appearing at the door of the ward, he couldn’t help but freeze for a moment. The half apple in his hand rolled down, attracting the side glances of other patients in the ward.
“Wanwan,” Xia Chengzhang’s eyes turned red as he called out Xia Wan’s name.
“I’m sorry,” he said softly.
Xia Wan approached Xia Chengzhang and bent down to pick up the half-eaten apple that had fallen. He carefully placed it back on the small table next to the hospital bed.
Zhang Ruicheng stood up and closed the curtain around the hospital bed. “You two chat while I go out for a smoke,” he said before leaving the room.
“Dad,” Xia Wan sat beside Xia Chengzhang and took his hand, “I’ve grown up a long time ago. I’m stronger than you think.”
“I…” Xia Chengzhang tried to move his other hand, but Xia Wan quickly held it down with a swift motion.
There was a needle inserted into the back of that hand, and chemotherapy drugs were slowly dripping into his body through the thin infusion tube, drop by drop.
“I’m not blaming you,” Xia Wan whispered. “Besides, there’s something I’ve been keeping from you.”
“What?” Xia Chengzhang’s attention was immediately captured, and he looked at Xia Wan nervously.
“Dad,” Xia Wan raised his left hand, displaying the ring on his ring finger to Xia Chengzhang. “My boyfriend and I got married,” he said with a smile.
“What?” Xia Chengzhang was stunned for a moment, his face showing confusion as if he didn’t understand what was happening.
After a while, he bombarded Xia Wan with questions:
“Didn’t you just start dating? Why did you get married so quickly?”
“How old is he?”
“What does he do?”
“Does his family know about you?”
Xia Wan “…”
Xia Wan had planned this beforehand.
Given that Xia Yang already knew about his relationship with Huo Yu, it was only a matter of time before Xia Chengzhang found out.
Instead of letting Xia Chengzhang hear about it from someone else, Xia Wan decided it was better to confess while Xia Chengzhang was feeling remorseful for hiding his illness.
This approach seemed more acceptable to him, considering the circumstances.
Xia Wan smiled and patiently waited for him to finish asking all the questions before unlocking his phone screen.
When he did, the screen saver revealed a selfie that Huo Yu had sent him that day.
“He’s so good-looking,” Xia Chengzhang remarked, subconsciously touching the screen of Xia Wan’s phone with his finger. “You two look really well-matched,” he added.
“His name is Huo Yu,” Xia Wan said. “Not only is he good-looking, but he’s also really kind. He’s never once argued with me or said anything harsh. He always gives in to me and treats me so well.”
After saying this, Xia Wan couldn’t help but vent his frustration silently.
The person Xia Chengzhang was talking about looked nothing like Huo Yu.
Huo Yu isn’t just mean, but he also loves to pick on him.
“Still all of this seems rushed,” Xia Chengzhang said, but he couldn’t help but glance up.
“He is currently overseas,” Xia Wan chuckled. “When he comes back in a few days, I’ll bring him so you can meet him.”
Then he stopped and added, “But I haven’t told him about your sickness yet.”
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“You did the right thing, don’t tell him yet,” Xia Chengzhang said after some thought. “You’ve just gotten married, and having one of the parents seriously ill is a bit bad. It’s not a great way to start any relationship.”
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“How are you gonna manage?” Xia Chengzhang thought Xia Wan was just trying to boost his own confidence and couldn’t help but smile.
The reason he kept this from Xia Wan earlier was because he’s always had low self-esteem and tended to be timid since he was a child.
One reason for not telling Xia Wan earlier was his fear that Xia Wan wouldn’t be able to accept the news. Another concern was that Xia Wan might become frightened by the situation. It’s because Xia Wan has always been dependent on himself since childhood, facing challenges and solving problems on his own.
So, Xia Chengzhang hesitated to share the news, fearing it might overwhelm Xia Wan.
Seeing how confident Xia Wan has become, Xia Chengzhang feels more relieved than knowing his condition isn’t too severe.
“Yeah, it’s true,” Xia Wan said excitedly. “I just signed a deal with a gallery yesterday, and they paid me a hefty sum as the first installment.”
He smiled, his eyes filled with sparkle and warmth, “This money can cover all your medical expenses, and there’s still a lot left over. Plus, I can keep painting and earning more in the future. You don’t have to stress about anything anymore. From now on, it’s my responsibility to take care of you.”
“Really?” Xia Chengzhang expressed doubt.
Even though Xia Wan was doing well with his paintings, Xia Chengzhang still had doubts. He knew Xia Wan was talented, but there hadn’t been any talk from the gallery about working together. Xia Chengzhang figured it might take more time for Xia Wan to catch the gallery’s attention. But now…
“Why would I lie to you?” Xia Wan said, showing Xia Chengzhang the contract copy from the photo album. “Take a look for yourself.”
Xia Chengzhang stared at the contract silently for a moment, feeling a mix of emotions welling up inside him. His eyes became moist, and he could feel them getting warm with tears.
“I don’t know when you grow up so big, Wanwan,” he murmured quietly.
“I haven’t completely grown up yet,” Xia Wan’s eyes became slightly teary. “I still have a lot to learn and a long journey ahead of me. I need Dad’s support every step of the way.”
Xia Chengzhang’s voice trembled as he nodded with determination, “I promise, Dad will be there for you every step of the way. I’ll focus on getting better, and I won’t leave you alone.”
Eighteen years ago, Xia Chengzhang vividly remembered the moment he pick up this child from the station. The child’s face was flushed red from crying, and it tugged at Xia Chengzhang’s heartstrings.
Back then, Xia Chengzhang didn’t feel very happy and disheartened. He didn’t have much warmth towards the child. However, as time passed, the child became the most significant person in his life, providing him with the greatest support and companionship. He vowed never to let this child cry again like he did eighteen years ago.
***
Sunlight streams in through the massive windows, casting a warm glow on a painting leaning against the wall.
The painting depicts a sunset, with half of it sinking into the sea, turning the deep blue water into shimmering red and gold waves.
The colors of the sunset blend with the setting sun, painting the sky and sea with a beautiful glow that stretches as far as the eye can see. The water near the shore turns darker and deeper blue.
The painting’s colors were so vivid and mixed with the sunset outside the window that Huo Yu couldn’t tell if he was in the gallery or by the seaside.
Li Yue came over and asked, “What do you think? Isn’t this painting amazing?”
“Yeah,” Huo Yu nodded enthusiastically, his attention still drawn to the part of the painting where the sea was depicted. He was captivated by the intricate details and vibrant colors that mimicked the real-life scenery he could almost imagine himself standing by the shore.
Unlike most depictions of sunsets which give off somewhat lonely and deserted feel.
The brushstrokes used in this artwork outlined the other side of the sunset, which was gorgeous, lively and warm…
It made people feel cozy and peaceful.
“Is this the one you were talking about earlier?” Huo Yu wondered for a moment, “The talented painter?”
“Isn’t that true?” Li Yue said while looking at the painting. “I set up a meeting with him as soon as I got back home, or else someone else might snatch him up.”
Li Yue couldn’t help but feel a bit proud, “So, what do you think? Don’t I have a good vision?”
Huo Yu nodded and noticed the artist’s signature in the lower right corner of the artwork, a small “w”.
It’s probably the painter’s last name, he thought to himself.
After examining it for a while, Huo Yu suddenly turned to Li Yue and said,”Let someone wrap this painting up.”
Li Yue was momentarily stunned, but he didn’t say anything more. He knew that Huo Yu himself had excellent painting skills. Even before acquiring the Langqiao Gallery. His paintings were already selling like hotcakes.
Although he stopped painting frequently after acquiring the Langqiao Gallery, he never displayed any paintings in his home.
“Do you want to take it back and have another look?” Li Yue asked, a bit hesitant. “Or do you want to give it away to someone?”
“I’ll keep it for myself,” Huo Yu replied quietly. “As for the price, you can decide how much you want for it.”
Li Yue chuckled and said, “How can I argue over money with the boss? Consider it a New Year’s gift from me to you, boss.”
Huo Yu narrowed his eyes at him, a small smile forming on his lips. “It’s just spring.”
Li Yue quickly replied, “Then let’s make up for the past few years. I heard you were abroad during that time, and other stores have been sending New Year’s gifts. It wouldn’t look good if our store didn’t send anything. Let’s tally it all up.”
“You’re quite skilled at this,” Huo Yu said, unable to contain his laughter.
Li Yue had already arranged for people to move the painting over and wrap it up.
While waiting, the two continued to chat for a few more minutes.
“Is there any chance that Li would show up today?” Li Yue asked.
He was referring to Huo Lin’s uncle, Li Sheng. He and Huo Lin used to look after Yan Yu together, but since Huo Lin wasn’t interested, Yan Yu basically became Li Sheng’s property.
Huo Yu returned last night and went straight to “Yan Yu” for a long-day meeting to trim what needed to be trimmed and add what needed to be added.
Of course, anything that needed to be added would be done gradually and carefully.
“You can’t interfere,” Huo Yu said softly, indicating that Li Yue shouldn’t involve himself.
“You really know how to handle things,” Li Yue sighed in admiration. “I have faith in you.”
He pushed a cup of coffee towards Huo Yu and asked, “Want some?”
Seeing Huo Yu pick up the cup and take a sip, Li Yue asked again, “Do you think Teacher Li Congmeng can come back? If he can, I think things will be halfway stable.”
Li Yue was Huo Yu’s classmate from their time studying abroad, and his whole family still lives overseas.
In recent years, with the growing opportunities in the domestic market, Li Yue saw a chance to return. It just so happened that Huo Yu had acquired the Langqiao Gallery and needed a capable person to lead it, so Li Yue seized the opportunity to come back.
Huo Yu trusts Li Yue a lot, so he’s comfortable putting the business in his hands.
“Mr. Li will be returning in two days,” Huo Yu informed, his gaze inadvertently drifting to the ring adorning his hand. “And we have a foreign designer lined up to join next month. Currently, we have some vacancies in the design department. The other team members are actively scouting talent at universities, design exhibitions, or competitions. We’ll fill the positions gradually, so there’s no need to rush or worry.”
“Is your uncle coming over next month?” Li Yue asked, then followed Huo Yu’s gaze, but his voice suddenly stopped. “Wait, why are you wearing that on your ring finger?”
“I’m married,” Huo Yu revealed. “I haven’t had the chance to tell you.”
“You didn’t even invite me to the wedding?” Li Yue couldn’t help but feel a bit annoyed. “That’s not cool, right?”
“We didn’t have a banquet,” Huo Yu said with a casual smile, then added after a pause, “But if we ever do, I’ll definitely invite you.”
Li Yue didn’t quite understand what “if” meant.
“Mr. Li, Mr. Huo, the painting is ready,” the young staff member announced, his forehead glistening with a thin layer of sweat, but he seemed enthusiastic.
This guy didn’t resemble Xia Wan at all, but for some reason, Huo Yu couldn’t help but think of Xia Wan.
“I’m heading out now,” he said, standing up. “We can chat about other stuff later.”
The store wasn’t too far from the Art Academy, just a quick ten-minute drive away. As Huo Yu drove, he could spot the school buildings.
Students were streaming out of the campus to grab a bite, and the streets on both sides were packed with food stalls. The delicious smell of food filled the air along with the evening breeze.
Huo Yu stopped the car and then suddenly remembered that he hadn’t called Xia Wan yet.
When he went back he had assumed that he would find Xia Wan at home since Xia Wan didn’t have class in the afternoon.
Unexpectedly, when he opened the door, the whole house was dark and empty. Even the dining table was covered in a thin layer of dust.
It was clear that Xia Wan hadn’t returned during the two weeks Huo Yu had been away.
Logically speaking, it wasn’t a problem if Xia Wan didn’t return during his absence. Perhaps it was even for the better.
With his vigilance over the years, besides Aunt Qin, he couldn’t accept anyone coming to his home when he wasn’t around.
Despite his usual vigilance, Huo Yu couldn’t shake off the feeling of unhappiness upon realizing Xia Wan hadn’t returned home since then.
He couldn’t quite understand his emotions, but he felt a sense of anger bubbling up inside him. It was as if Xia Wan’s absence made him feel neglected, as if Xia Wan was a neglectful husband who didn’t care about his family, which made him feel resentful.
But then, he found the idea ridiculous.
Huo Yu dialed Xia Wan’s number, and after a few rings, Xia Wan answered the call promptly.
“Eldest Master,” Xia Wan’s voice on the other end sounded a bit unclear, “Have you returned?”
“Yeah,” Huo Yu replied casually, his tone was a bit cold.
“Oh,” Xia Wan responded, sounding thoughtful, and then fell silent.
“What do you mean by ‘oh’?” Huo Yu’s expression darkened. After being gone for so many days, it seems like he has almost forgotten about him.
“Come down, I’m waiting at the school gate.”
Then there was a buzzing sound on the other end of the phone. After hearing it, Xia Wan sounded more energetic: “Wait for me a bit, I just finished a video call with dad.”
Huo Yu paused for a moment before responding, “Sure.”
Xia Wan was indeed video chatting with Xia Chengzhang.
Ever since they started talking openly, Xia Wan would chat with Xia Chengzhang almost every day. They’d discuss what Xia Chengzhang ate, what he did, and how his body was recovering.
He didn’t end the video call until Huo Yu’s call came in.
Xia Wan packed his belongings and bid farewell to Su Tang: “I’m heading home now.”
“Is Huo Yu back?” Su Tang removed his headphones and looked at Xia Wan with a smile.
“Yeah,” Xia Wan affirmed, adjusting his backpack and donning his hat before leaving.
“Tsk,” Su Tang sighed, “Judging by how hurried you’re, it really does seem like you’re a newlywed.”
Xia Wan:”..”
Is he worried that the young master will get angry if he doesn’t rush back?
Still he looked cheerful.
“Yes,” Xia Wan smiled at Su Tang, “I almost can’t wait to see him.”
“Who are you thinking of?” Fu Ling pushed open the door and came in, “Your family is back.”
“Who are you missing?” Fu Ling pushed the door open and entered. “Your family is back.”
“Yeah,” Xia Wan repeated.
“Then…” Fu Ling’s gaze unconsciously shifted to Xia Wan’s waist. The newlywed Little Biesheng, be careful tonight and don’t strain your waist. We have classes tomorrow morning, so don’t make it hard to get out of bed.”
“The most important thing in life is happiness or attending school?” Su Tang sat up on the bed, looking displeased. “Wanwan don’t pay attention to him, study hard for my sake.”
Xia Wan was too lazy to pay attention to these two, so he grabbed his school bag and rushed out.
The lid of the lighter was pushed open and then closed again, making a clicking sound each time. Huo Yu sat there, staring at the gate, feeling a bit bored as he waited for Xia Wan.
In the distance, a gust of wind swept through. Xia Wan wore a baseball cap and a mask, leaving only his eyes exposed. Those eyes were exceptionally beautiful, moist, and clear. Huo Yu recognized them from afar.
Those eyes were beautiful, bright, and clear, and Huo Yu recognized them immediately from afar.
Seeing Xia Wan fully disguise himself, Huo Yu couldn’t help but think of the livestream video that had made him famous.
All the heaviness in his heart dissipated, and he found himself laughing uncontrollably once again.
“Eldest Master,” Xia Wan panted as he climbed into the car, “You’re back.”
As he spoke, he removed his hat and mask. His hair was flattened from being under the hat. Huo Yu reached over and smoothed it down for him.
“I came back yesterday,” Huo Yu replied.
“You came to pick me up today even though you returned yesterday?” Xia Wan seemed touched. “You could’ve taken care of your own business first. There was no need to rush to pick me up.”
“I’m not rushing,” Huo Yu said in a cold tone. “I just wanted to avoid unnecessary complications. That’s all.”
That’s true, Xia Wan thought to himself. After all, there were many people keeping an eye on Huo Yu.
“If that was the case, you could have just messaged me. I would have managed to get back on my own,” he proposed.
“Tell you to go back on your own?” Huo Yu chuckled lightly. “I’m afraid you’ve forgotten the way back, since you haven’t returned once in so long.”
Xia Wan was a bit perplexed. He hadn’t gone back because he knew how wary Huo Yu was, so why was Huo Yu getting upset with him?
The eldest young master was known for being unpredictable, so Xia Wan didn’t let it bother him.
If things don’t go smoothly, he’ll just try to coax him. After all, Huo Yu didn’t seem to be too difficult to pacify.
“Why should I go back when the eldest master isn’t home? The house feels so big and empty. It scares me,” Xia Wan obediently raised his head. “I only feel safe when you’re there.”
When Xia Wan said this, it almost gave him goosebumps. But miraculously, Huo Yu’s gaze softened as he looked at him.
It seemed like he wasn’t angry anymore, but also he genuinely accepted what he just said.
Xia Wan was taken aback and found himself unable to look away. He stared into those deep eyes, feeling as if he was being drawn in, captivated by their intensity.
Huo Yu chuckled as he looked at Xia Wan’s reaction. He raised his hand to smooth down Xia Wan’s hair again.
“Why are you dressed like this today?” Huo Yu’s mood had improved, and he started teasing Xia Wan.
Even though Xia Wan didn’t say anything, Huo Yu knew the reason.
Thinking back to that livestream, he couldn’t help but smile again.
Sure enough, Xia Wan regarded him with suspicion. “Did you watch my livestream?” he asked cautiously.
Xia Wan had been dressing up like this for a while now. Since that livestream, he was recognized almost every time he went out.
People would either approach him to strike up a conversation and ask for an autograph, or they would point at him from a distance with a smile.
Even though no one meant any harm, Xia Wan still felt a bit uncomfortable.
After that livestream, he even reduced the frequency of his broadcasts.
Firstly, he was indeed a little embarrassed.
Secondly, he was busier than before. Not only did he have to take care of Xia Chengzhang every day, but he also received numerous cooperation invitations from brands. After initially screening them, he had to carefully consider them again.
It was a lot of piecemeal work.
“No,” Huo Yu restrained his laughter and asked. “Why? Is there something that you did in your livestream that you are ashamed of?”
Xia Wan pursed his lips. “Seeing you smile so wickedly, why do I find it hard to believe?”
“I saw some posts about it on Weibo. There were some clips of your livestream,” Huo Yu said, teasing Xia Wan with a mischievous grin. “Congratulations on becoming famous.”
Xia Wan’s popularity has soared, despite his recent decrease in livestreaming frequency. His fan base has been expanding rapidly.
Huo Yu even decided to check it out today.
Xia Wan now has millions of fans, a level of success that few other streamers can achieve.
But Xia Wan didn’t seem to share the same sentiment.
Xia Wan’s cheeks flushed slightly, and he shot a glare at Huo Yu. “You’re still grinning!” he exclaimed, noticing Huo Yu’s amused expression.
Huo Yu lowered his gaze, suppressing the smile that lingered on his lips.
After a moment of hesitation, Xia Wan asked with some uncertainty, “Did I seem a bit foolish that day?”
Huo Yu had initially intended to tease him a bit more, but seeing how serious and cautious Xia Wan appeared, he unconsciously softened.
It was as if the blush on Xia Wan’s cheeks had melted into Huo Yu’s heart, causing his tone to soften noticeably.
“No,” he replied, “You looked cute.”
“Really?” Xia Wan couldn’t help but feel a sense of disbelief. For someone as straightforward as Huo Yu to call him cute was nothing short of astonishing. It was as if the world had suddenly turned upside down.
“Really,” Huo Yu confirmed, feeling a bit awkward after saying that. But noticing Xia Wan’s hesitation, he looked at him earnestly again. “You were super cute.”
Translator Note:
Who else enjoyed their flirting? I liked how their relationship was going. Let me know what you think!! See you in the next chapter.
One more thing: I need help so I am looking for this bl novel . If anyone happens to read it, kindly let me know the title of the same.
Edited: Found it. Thanks, for helping me out. It’s “Turn on love system” if anyone is interested they can read it.
Synopsis: I only remember the arc. MC travels around (world hoping) and in the world MC travels he is almost killed by assassins sent by orgMC and orgML. MC got lucky and was saved by Ml.
In this world, ML is very powerful but he needs someone who can control it. If he gets with someone who doesn’t have power or a body that can handle the ML powers they will instantly die. Luckily MC happens to be that person.
Apart from this, there are two queens in this. Once is ML’s mother the other one is orgML’s mother they both are vying for the throne for their child.
I enjoy it very much (￢‿￢ )
Thank You for the new chapter (๑ơ ₃ ơ)♥
I do enjoy the flirting and the teasing. I do ‘t know such a story sorry 😔
i also wanna read it…
Hi, i think what you are looking for is “turn on the love system”
https://www.novelupdates.com/series/turn-on-the-love-system/
It’s the world that tao yuan needs to have a child to share ml’s very powerful magic.
I never heard about it, sorry
Thank you for your translation ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
hahaha. absence makes the heart grow fonder
also, there are 2 paragraphs that got repeated. MC running to ML’s car
Thanks. Corrected 🙂
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