Mo Yi hadn’t completely shed his animal instincts, and whenever he arrived in a new place, he naturally needed to familiarize himself with the territory. At least he refrained from marking his territory like an animal; he was already quite civilized.
He found this place more and more appealing, especially after assuming it was already an upgrade from yesterday’s lodging.
The rooms here were numerous, and the luxurious furnishings were a novelty for Mo Yi, who hadn’t seen much of the world. The tables wwre adorned with various pre-prepared fruits and snacks, with rumors of an even more sumptuous dinner arriving later!
Mo Yi picked a few grapes and popped them into his mouth. They were sweet and juicy, a far cry from the small, sour grapes he encountered in the woods in the past!
There was also a box of exquisitely packaged pastries that, when bitten into, exude a delightful crunch and a full burst of creamy flavor.
Holding his face in his hands, Mo Yi’s eyes gleamed with happiness.
When he regained his senses, he immediately turned his eager gaze toward Bai Ren.
It was this person who brought him to a big house, gave him delicious food, and spoke to him so gently!
There was an excited and overwhelming emotion in his heart, an anxious desire to express himself.
Eager to convey his feelings, Mo Yi rushed to Bai Ren. However, when he finally stood before the man’s smiling face and gentle gaze, he found himself at a loss for words.
After thinking for a while, Mo Yi managed only a goofy smile and said, “Bai Ren, this place is really nice!”
“Do you think this place is nice?”
Bai Ren glanced around at Mo Yi’s enthusiasm, finding the decor suitable for ordinary people, though it couldn’t compare to the old mansion of the Bai family, let alone his residence in Y country.
There were no antiques here, and the seemingly luxurious furniture was merely a superficial imitation.
Nevertheless, Mo Yi vigorously nodded, his round eyes sparkling like a galaxy filled with crushed stars. In that moment, Bai Ren wished these beautiful eyes would keep gazing at him.
Mo Yi’s eyes were clear, indicating genuine happiness, solely because he now lived in a good place. There was no trace of greed; his eyes were pure with joy, eager to share the delight.
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Under Bai Ren’s feeding, the two of them finished dinner together.
Satisfied and energized, Mo Yi, without any prompting from Bai Ren, voluntarily headed to the bathroom to clean himself up.
Previously, when he left the small inn, he only did a simple wash, neglecting to take care of his hair.
Now, with just a bit of noticeable hair remaining on top of his head, he wanted to take good care of it.
Fortunately, he discovered his hair looked quite good after washing. Though it was short, the strands were thick and dense, not dry at all, and appeared very glossy.
He touched his head of hair happily, then changed into the cartoon pajamas prepared in the bathroom. With a towel hanging around his neck, he looked like a naive neighbor boy.
However, Bai Ren knew that Mo Yi was more than just that.
This person might not be complicated, perhaps even somewhat straightforward, but he often guarded against those around him, even when facing Bai Ren.
He didn’t blame Mo Yi for being cautious; they hadn’t known each other for long, and Bai Ren himself had doubts about the boy’s intentions.
Yet, upon closer reflection, allowing himself to faint in front of Mo Yi the first time they met already demonstrated this person’s uniqueness.
Being with him always inexplicably made Bai Ren feel at ease.
Mo Yi’s subconscious defensiveness indicated that he likely had experienced significant harm in the past.
The thought that someone had bullied the innocent boy Mo Yi angered Bai Ren. He was one to hold grudges, not known for being a good person. If given the chance, anyone who crossed him and those associated with them would face retaliation.
Bai Ren reached out to touch the wet tips of Mo Yi’s hair. The freshly cleaned boy seemed even more likable. Somehow, there was a faint scent of milk on him.
It was a unique fragrance, the kind found on lively animal cubs, not overpowering. Even the scent of shower gel couldn’t mask it, and it smelled delightful.
“Give me the towel. I’ll help you dry off. Don’t sleep with wet hair.”
Bai Ren spoke as he watched Mo Yi take the towel off his neck. He had the boy sit on the carpet in front of his wheelchair and proceeded to pat his still-dripping hair dry.
As they were in close proximity, the pleasant scent of milk seemed to intensify.
Bai Ren sniffed and, once he finished drying Mo Yi’s hair, leaned in to discreetly take a whiff of the boy’s hair, his eyes showing a hint of satisfaction.
Mo Yi wasn’t aware of what Bai Ren had done. He turned around, slightly puzzled, as the man casually handed the towel back to him, saying, “All dried up now.”
With his candid and easygoing expression, Bai Ren managed to hide any traces of his slightly mischievous actions.
Mo Yi nodded, yawning slightly. Originally, Bai Ren’s body should have been weaker, but Mo Yi had been busy taking care of him these past few days.
The original owner’s physical condition, even with the influence of Mo Yi’s powerful soul, wouldn’t immediately become robust. The recent days had been tense for Mo Yi as he adapted to this new world. Only when he relaxed around Bai Ren did he feel a great exhaustion, and he couldn’t keep his eyes open.
Seeing the boy in this state, Bai Ren reached out to rub his furry head and signaled him to rest.
Before long, the sound of steady breathing and occasional soft snores came from the bed, indicating that Mo Yi had fallen asleep.
Watching Mo Yi for a while, Bai Ren turned his wheelchair and left the room.
Returning to his own space, Bai Ren contemplated the fact that he had never imagined himself sharing living quarters with another person. Even when staying in suites, he usually had separate rooms for companions.
Yet, thinking about the rundown motel from yesterday, he realized that he didn’t actually mind Mo Yi’s presence.
The pain in his legs had lessened considerably. Bai Ren’s willpower was strong, and he could overcome physical pain. He even felt that enduring such pain made him appreciate the sensation of being alive.
Perhaps his mentality had long been abnormal to the point of being beyond salvation.
His phone vibrated, and picking it up, he saw a message from Zhu Xiuya. He guessed she was hesitant to disturb them due to the late hour, opting to send a message first.
Summoning her over, Bai Ren met with Zhu Xiuya in the living room. She carefully briefed him on the investigation results.
“Boss, according to your previous description, we’ve located those thugs who attacked you. We’ve successfully pried information from them, and we now know who hired them. The person behind this seems to be Liu Jia’s illegitimate child. Recently, Jiang Mingda has been getting close to the Liu family.”
“Jiang Mingda?”
The connection between the Bai family and the Liu family had been minimal, with Bai Ren and the Liu family having no interactions. The only link seemed to be this person, Jiang Mingda. However, Bai Ren barely had any dealings with him, having only exchanged a glance. He had sensed ill intentions in Jiang Mingda’s gaze, but he had dismissed him.
Hearing this information, Bai Ren furrowed his brows, struggling to find a reason for such a situation. Meanwhile, Zhu Xiuya seemed hesitant to speak.
“What is it? Do you have anything else to say?”
“Boss, while we’ve found those thugs, their current situation is quite strange. You may not be aware, but all eight of them are now in the hospital, and their legs are all broken. They are in the intensive care unit. Their injuries are severe, and I asked the doctor; their legs are completely broken, and there’s a high chance they won’t be able to stand even with treatment.”
“All of them have broken legs?”
Bai Ren raised an eyebrow, suddenly intrigued.
“Yes, and it gets even weirder. Because of the group injury, the police have gotten involved. Strangely, all the surveillance cameras in that area malfunctioned when they got hurt. When the footage recovered, they were already severely injured, and it didn’t capture how they got hurt. However, according to those thugs, it was a boy who did this to them.”
“A boy? You mean, a single boy inflicted all those injuries?” Bai Ren said, and a mysterious smile appeared on his lips.
Zhu Xiuya swallowed nervously, feeling that her boss sometimes had a sinister look, like a perfect movie villain. Bravely, she continued, “Yes. According to their description, the boy seems quite young, dressed shabbily, like a beggar, with a dirty face and an indistinct appearance. But they mentioned he was thin…”
As she spoke, Zhu Xiuya’s gaze unintentionally shifted towards the closed door of the nearby room. When she turned her head, her eyes met with Bai Ren’s, and both of them simultaneously thought of the same person.
Without further words from Zhu Xiuya, Bai Ren had a strong hunch that the one who had brutally injured those thugs was most likely Mo Yi.
Dang, the contrast between brutal mo yi and soft, innocent mo yi 😳
I love their dynamic already!
Wow I thought he just immobilized them, not actually broke their legs!