QTEBS Chapter 73

The second day when Zhuang Feiyu woke up, there was no trace of Zong Yuan beside him. He checked the temperature with his hand, and the bed had already turned cold.

“Zong Yuan?”

He called out, but there was no response. A bad premonition rose in Zhuang Feiyu’s heart. He lifted the blanket, got out of bed, and ran outside before putting on his shoes.

Zong Yuan had just come out of the kitchen, holding a bowl of freshly cooked porridge in his hands. “Darling, good morning.”

Zhuang Feiyu calmed his rapidly beating heart. He asked, “Where did you go?”

Regret filled him as the words left his mouth. His tone sounded like an interrogation, harsh and unbecoming. He pursed his lips, and walked over slowly, still adjusting his slippers. “I… You don’t have to answer me. I don’t really care.”

Darn it.

What he wanted to say clearly wasn’t this.

Zong Yuan placed the hot porridge in front of him, teasing as he watched Zhuang Feiyu struggle with the slippers on the wrong feet. “I bought some local breakfast for you. They say these are popular among tourists. Also, dear, thank you for your concern.”

Zhuang Feiyu silently picked up the porridge, secretly swapping the slippers under the table.

Zong Yuan arranged the various foods he bought in front of Zhuang Feiyu. He took a bowl and chopsticks for him and pulled a chair close to Zhuang Feiyu. “Darling, feed me a bun.”

Zhuang Feiyu gave him a disdainful look and reluctantly handed him a bun.

“Darling, feed me a spoonful of porridge.”

He lifted the bowl and fed him.

“Darling, give me a kiss.”

After a leisurely breakfast, the two of them stuck together, spending a good half hour. Countless kisses and hugs were exchanged during this time. After finishing their meal, Zong Yuan said, “I’ve already booked our flight for tomorrow afternoon. Today, we can take it easy and rest.”

He was exceptionally attentive today. Zong Yuan pushed Zhuang Feiyu into the room, handing him a beautifully wrapped box. Zhuang Feiyu examined the box from top to bottom. “What’s this?”

Zong Yuan replied, “You’ll know when you open it.”

Inside was a set of clothes, a costume with distinctive local ethnic features. The white robe was adorned with bright and beautiful eye-catching patterns, looking exquisite and lovely, although it didn’t quite match Zhuang Feiyu’s usual style.

Zhuang Feiyu raised an eyebrow at Zong Yuan. “When did you buy this?”

Zong Yuan pulled Zhuang Feiyu up and stood him in front of a full-length mirror, gesturing with the white robe. “I bought it yesterday. The moment I saw it, I thought it would suit you perfectly, Feiyu. I want to see you wear it.”

Zhuang Feiyu’s expression stiffened. “Speak properly.”

Zong Yuan then picked up a similar piece of clothing from under the white robe, slightly larger. He gazed affectionately at Zhuang Feiyu. “Wife, how about we both wear traditional outfits together?”

“Shameful,” Zhuang Feiyu held the clothes tightly, suppressing a smile, and began to take off his pajamas. With a playful tone, he said, “Zong Yuan, are you still young? You’re embarrassing us even abroad.”

CEO Zhuang completely forgot about his company and the hundreds of employees he had to take care of. He forgot about the work that needed his attention. In this simple and happy manner, he openly held hands with Zong Yuan on unfamiliar streets in a foreign country.

Unfamiliar faces repeatedly showed surprise upon seeing them, followed by warm greetings in a language neither of them understood.

Once or twice was okay, but as more and more locals approached with warm smiles, saying the same phrase, Zhuang Feiyu felt something was off. He tugged at Zong Yuan, who seemed oblivious to everything, “What are they saying? Did we do something wrong?”

The locals did not speak English, leaving poor CEO Zhuang functionally illiterate.

Zong Yuan responded with a smile to another local who came up to speak. Seeing Zhuang Feiyu’s skeptical expression, he confidently said, “Darling, they’re smiling so warmly; you can tell there’s no ill intent. In this situation, all we need to say is ‘thank you.'”

Zhuang Feiyu gave Zong Yuan a skeptical look, silently noting down the repeated phrase these people kept saying to them. He decided to ask someone later what it actually meant.

Well, it seemed he couldn’t rely on Zong Yuan for that.

They strolled through the streets filled with a strong exotic atmosphere. Zong Yuan asked Zhuang Feiyu, “Are you hungry?”

A bit, Zhuang Feiyu replied with restraint, “I’m okay.”

Not very considerate, Zong Yuan seemed oblivious to the underlying meaning in Zhuang Feiyu’s words. “Then let’s eat later. I heard there’s a famous scenic spot here; we can go check it out first.”

Zhuang Feiyu nodded coolly.

He sneakily glanced at Zong Yuan’s expression. Zong Yuan had all his attention focused on finding the tourist attractions, showing no concern for him. Zhuang Feiyu couldn’t help but wonder if what they said online was true – that men, once married, no longer cherish their partners. His emotions were complicated, and his expression carried a hint of irritation.

Well… did Zhuang Feiyu really need him to care and cherish?

The famous attraction turned out to be a magnificent and grandiose church building. Despite the continuous flow of visitors, Zhuang Feiyu, lost in his thoughts, didn’t notice the sparsity of people on the road. It was now early afternoon, and Zong Yuan brought Zhuang Feiyu to the church. Oddly, there was no one inside. Watching Zong Yuan’s enthusiastic demeanor, Zhuang Feiyu said, “Zong Yuan, I’m hungry.”

Zong Yuan cradled Zhuang Feiyu’s face, feeling both heartache and guilt and planted a kiss on his cheek. “Darling, I’m sorry. You might have to wait a bit longer to eat.”

Zhuang Feiyu’s heart turned cold.

They just got their marriage certificate yesterday, and now he won’t even let him eat?

The quiet church suddenly erupted with enthusiastic applause. Numerous people rushed out from behind, clapping and cheering. Their faces were adorned with bright and warm smiles, and the space was filled with colorful paper and transparent bubbles. “Happy wedding!!!” they exclaimed.

All of them were familiar faces to Zhuang Feiyu.

They excitedly tossed candies and red envelopes into the air, crowded around, wishing “Happy Wedding!” with constant cheers and playful banter.

The sky was bright, and the sunlight through the large white windows illuminated the blue sky and white clouds. The breeze carried the freshness and fragrance of the grass, creating a romantic and joyful atmosphere.

Zhuang Feiyu was stunned, looking around. “You guys?”

He turned to Zong Yuan, “Zong Yuan…”

Touched.

Zong Yuan embraced Zhuang Feiyu, holding him close. Their noses touched, “Darling, happy wedding.”

Zhuang Feiyu was swept away by Zong Yuan’s low chuckle, his heart beating faster. “Thank you.”

A deliberate cough came from the crowd behind, and they tactfully made way for Zhuang Feiyu’s father, who walked over with a stern face, holding a delicate sapphire-blue box.

Zhuang’s father scrutinized Zong Yuan with a critical eye, snorted, and then turned to Zhuang Feiyu, “Today is your auspicious day. I won’t say much. Anyway… happy wedding.”

Zhuang Feiyu watched him in silence. Zong Yuan took the box from Zhuang’s father and politely said, “Dad, thanks.”

Zhuang’s father, “…No… need… to thank!”

Zhuang Feiyu looked at the box, speculating in his mind. Eagerly, he waited for Zong Yuan to open it, feeling a slight tipsiness as if he was entering a slightly intoxicated state. “What is this…”

Zong Yuan stepped back with his right leg, knelt on one knee, and lifted the box in his hand. “Zhuang Feiyu, will you marry me?”

Didn’t we already get our marriage certificate?

Zhuang Feiyu’s heart was ablaze, immersed as if in a hot spring. His entire being, along with his spirit, began to soften. He gazed into Zong Yuan’s eyes, and extended his hand with a gentle expression, “Hmm, I do.”

Cheers erupted.

“Kiss! Kiss! Kiss!”

On this sunny afternoon, amidst the blessings of friends, the newlyweds embraced tightly, exchanging heartfelt kisses.

Later, Zhuang Feiyu learned that the traditional wedding attire they wore was local to the area. Everyone they encountered that day had been saying the same phrase to them, “Happy wedding.”

As for the outfit, it was all thanks to Zong Yuan’s efforts throughout the night. So even though they later held a grand and luxurious wedding ceremony, none was as significant to Zhuang Feiyu as this one.

As for his father, that was also thanks to Zong Yuan.

Don’t underestimate this small man; he’s still very reliable.

Before Zhuang’s father left, he didn’t forget to take Zong Yuan to a room, intending to give him a good beating. However, before he could lay a hand on him, Zong Yuan began to howl. With a stern face, Zhuang Feiyu rushed into the room and took him away.

Don’t think he didn’t notice that brat’s provoking gaze!

Zong Yuan patted Zhuang Feiyu’s hand, “Feiyu, it’s okay. He’s your dad, I understand.”

Zhuang Feiyu gave the old man a fierce glare, “Why haven’t you left yet?”

Behind Zhuang Feiyu, Zong Yuan innocently blinked at Zhuang’s father.

Zhuang’s father: Ah, that naughty kid!!!

Three years later, this villa welcomed a pair of twins, fragrant, soft, and adorable.

They were incredibly cute, tiny, and soft, unable even to turn over. They would just drool and giggle foolishly at people. Zong Yuan and Zhuang Feiyu both had to work, so they hired a nanny. For the sake of their loved ones and the two little treasures, they managed to squeeze out two days of rest each week, no matter how reluctantly.

Zhuang Feiyu learned to discreetly show off his love life and share parenting moments on social media. His daily dilemma was, “He took the two babies next door, saying no one can disturb us during our nights. However, as soon as they were taken over, the big and second babies started crying.”

Everyone: …

The babies were despised by Zong Yuan, yet they clung particularly to him. When he wasn’t at home, it was manageable, but once he was, there was practically no time or space for Zhuang Feiyu to cuddle with him.

A desperate man can do anything. Zong Yuan directly parked himself at Zhuang Feiyu’s company in the middle of the day and, surrounded by frosted glass that provided limited visibility but plenty of insecurity, played an office role-play.

Zhuang Feiyu didn’t dare to yell…

Once the two little rascals could sleep on their own, Zong Yuan and Zhuang Feiyu breathed sighs of relief. They sternly rejected the tearful proposal of the two kids for another night, firmly shutting the door on them.

The big and second babies looked at each other, hugging their teddy bears, and puffing their little cheeks as they returned to their room.

Bad daddies!

Humph!

 

Author’s note:

This world is over! What’s next? A world of a thousand miles of chase? A killer bottom and a teasing top, the top saving the bottom’s life~

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Translator’s corner:

How…? Adoption…?