Aunt Wen’s complexion changed, and she smiled, saying, “The main family line must always continue. I’m just thinking for your own good…”
A’Feng, standing aside, looked at Wen Xueli shyly and said hesitantly, “I don’t have any other requests. I’m just happy to be of help.”
Wen Yan got a taste of what it meant to have thick skin. Unfortunately, he wasn’t articulate enough to refute, so he sat quietly beside Wen Xueli, maintaining silence.
Wen Xueli stood up, still holding him, and paid no attention to Aunt Wen and A’Feng. He said to the butler, “Escort them out.”
Aunt Wen’s expression changed dramatically, and she exclaimed, “Xueli, what do you mean by this?”
Wen Xueli smiled faintly, “It doesn’t mean anything. In the future, don’t think about entering the Wen family’s doors, and don’t expect any help from the Wen family. If you continue to make trouble, you might not even be able to stay in Hongcheng.”
With these words, Aunt Wen and A’Feng became stiff, frozen.
Wen Yan found it quite intriguing.
In front of him, Wen Xueli remained refined and polite, but for the first time, he witnessed this domineering side of him.
It was refreshing and made him feel particularly moved.
He felt his heart pounding, a natural admiration for someone in a superior position.
Wen Xueli laughed, pinched his tender face, and led him towards the staircase, clearly not interested in any further pleasantries with Aunt Wen.
Aunt Wen screamed as if she had gone mad, “You can’t be so heartless!”
She rushed toward Wen Xueli, probably wanting to grab hold of him.
Unfortunately, at this point, the butler and the servants had already restrained her, denying her the chance to act impulsively.
Wen Xueli turned back to glance at her and said, “Consider it me taking advantage of my position.”
Aunt Wen was driven mad, her face contorted beyond recognition, and she viciously said, “I’m going to report you to the clan elders! You and your nephew are engaged in incest! Do you realize that!”
Hearing the term “incest,” Wen Yan shuddered all over.
Wen Xueli clearly noticed his change, grabbed his hand even tighter, kissed his face, and whispered, “Don’t listen to her nonsense.”
Wen Yan bit his lip, wanting to say something, but found his throat dry and tight.
He had never considered his relationship with Wen Xueli as a romantic one. The fact that they were uncle and nephew shouldn’t be an obstacle, considering they were just names on the Wen family tree, separated by countless generations with diluted blood ties.
But being yelled at by Aunt Wen, he realized that he couldn’t escape this fact.
Because he knew the elders in the Wen family would undoubtedly make a big deal out of it.
Seeing his dejected expression, Wen Xueli touched his face and, with an icy gaze on Aunt Wen, said, “Thinking of filing a complaint, huh? Please go ahead.”
Unable to get through to him, Aunt Wen started to hurl insults, accusing him of being heartless and bringing an end to the family line.
A’Feng hurriedly covered Aunt Wen’s mouth, looking at Wen Xueli, and said in a coquettish tone, “Brother Xueli, don’t be angry. My aunt is just upset.”
Wen Xueli, expressionless, replied, “I’m not angry, but your family doesn’t need to stay in Hongcheng.”
A’Feng was shocked and forgot to respond.
Wen Xueli paid no more attention to them, leading Wen Yan upstairs.
Behind them, Aunt Wen continued her tirade, but fortunately, they were soon dragged out, and the noise ceased.
Wen Yan couldn’t get the term “incest” out of his mind, and in silence, he followed Wen Xueli upstairs.
Wen Xueli pressed him against his arm and the wall, looking down at him. “Yanyan, what are you thinking?”
Wen Yan lifted his face, locking eyes with the man.
The man’s gaze was deep and mysterious, unfathomable.
He didn’t know how to begin.
In reality, he wasn’t someone who liked to overthink, but the label of “incest” was too significant. He suddenly found himself wondering if he and the man could really be together.
Wen Xueli silently observed him for a few seconds, caressed his face, and said, “I know what you’re thinking. Relax, we absolutely won’t engage in incest.”
Wen Yan looked at him in surprise.
He chuckled softly, “Kiss me, and I’ll tell you the reason.”
Wen Yan: “…”
At a time like this, the man still had the mood to joke.
Was it because the man naturally disregarded societal norms, including incest, or did he have some way to clear this reputation?
Without hesitation, he leaned in and kissed the corner of the man’s mouth.
As a result, he was held by the back of his head, and a deep kiss ensued.
This was in the corridor, brightly lit by sunlight. Fortunately, the servants were downstairs, and no one saw them.
Wen Yan leaned against the man’s sturdy chest, breathing softly.
Wen Xueli gently caressed his hair, waiting for him to calm down. Then, he led him to his own bedroom, saying, “There’s something I haven’t told you… I thought it wasn’t a big deal before, and I was afraid it would upset you.”
For some reason, Wen Yan felt a sense of unease creeping into his heart.
He obediently let the man guide him to sit on the sofa, looking at the man expectantly, waiting for him to speak.
Wen Xueli found his appearance so cute that it almost melted his heart. He gently flicked his nose and said, “I’ll give you a few minutes to prepare yourself mentally, be ready for the worst.”
Wen Yan’s heart suddenly tensed.
He had already vaguely guessed a possibility…
The man said they couldn’t possibly engage in incest, and he mentioned being afraid of upsetting him… There was only one answer left…
He took a deep breath and said softly, “Uncle, go ahead. I’m mentally prepared.”
Wen Xueli looked at him steadily.
Indeed, he was an exceptionally intelligent child. With just a few words from him, the young man had guessed what he was about to say.
He held the young man’s hand and straightforwardly said, “You were adopted by your grandparents. I’ve seen the adoption documents.”
Tears instantly filled Wen Yan’s eyes.
He indeed… guessed it right.
But even though he had anticipated it, he couldn’t accept this reality.
Grandpa and Grandma were so good to him, always very loving… He had never seen his parents, who reportedly died in a car accident, leaving no inheritance… He had relied on Grandpa and Grandma for support, and although the family was poor, they were happy…
Wen Xueli didn’t stop him from crying; he simply held his hand tightly, silently comforting him.
When the young man cried enough, having vented his emotions, Wen Xueli gently embraced his shoulders, pulled him into his arms, and said, “Don’t be sad. Grandpa and Grandma have been very good to you, even more than real parents would be. Isn’t that enough?”
Wen Yan choked up, remaining silent.
Wen Xueli kissed his forehead and said, “After looking at the adoption certificate, I had someone investigate. Your parents left you in front of Grandpa and Grandma’s house in the middle of winter, and they didn’t know where they went. Because Grandpa and Grandma are kind-hearted, despite their modest means, they decided to keep you with them… Later, when they heard it required registration, they went to the Civil Affairs Bureau to register… So now, the civil affairs bureau in Haicheng can still find records from eighteen years ago.”
Wen Yan listened quietly, holding onto the man’s waist, murmuring, “I have always been grateful to Grandpa and Grandma… knowing that they adopted me, I’m even more grateful… but I also feel guilty towards them. They never enjoyed a day of comfort… If I grow up a bit more, I’ll be able to repay them…”
Wen Xueli kissed his face again, gently stroking his head. “Don’t think like that. Grandpa and Grandma love you so much; as long as you’re doing well, that’s enough.” He suddenly pinched the young man’s nose. “Baby, go ahead and cry, but after you finish crying, don’t forget one thing.”
Wen Yan looked at him with teary eyes.
He spoke softly, “Don’t forget that you have me.”
Wen Yan blinked in surprise.
Wen Xueli cupped his face, looking at him tenderly. “Originally, I didn’t plan to tell you about this. Whether Grandpa and Grandma are related to you by blood or not doesn’t affect the love between you two.”
Wen Yan nodded.
He didn’t blame the man for hiding the truth because, in his heart, Grandpa and Grandma were his family, his only family. Whether he knew the truth or not didn’t matter.
Wen Xueli’s slender fingers gently caressed his face as he spoke in a low voice, “But if you mind our uncle-nephew relationship, I can only tell you the truth… but I hope you know, whether we are related by blood or not, I will still be with you. Do you understand?”
The slightly domineering words of the man warmed Wen Yan’s heart.
He leaned against the man’s shoulder, with a nasal tone, saying, “I’m sorry, Uncle. It’s just that I care too much about what others think…”
Wen Xueli’s fingertips moved from his face to his eyes, which had turned red from crying. He gently touched the corners of his eyes and shook his head. “I understand your concerns… now you don’t need to worry about others’ opinions. Besides, Grandpa and Grandma are no longer here. I will be with you, so don’t be sad, okay?”
Listening to the man’s gentle words, Wen Yan burst into tears again.
This time, he was moved.
Author’s note:
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