Chapter 004 A Family
You should listen to your mother and be a bit friendlier to Uncle Zhao, and be a polite little girl... is that alright
Wang Jie felt her husband's hand, turned her hand to grasp his, and pulled him to walk towards the door together
Bian Rui continued to look at her daughter: "We can never be friends, really. Rather than pretending to be something we are not, it is better to live a little more authentically. Our current relationship is quite good, and it can remain this way in the future."
Arriving at the entrance of the small villa on his motorcycle, Bian Rui discovered that Wang Jie and her new husband were already waiting for him at the door
If this story has nothing to do with Bian Rui, then Bian Rui might still have to commend this person. However, if it is his own wife who is being taken away, Bian Rui's thoughts would be entirely different
Bian Rui listened for a moment, unsure of how to respond to his daughter, and could only gently rest his chin against her helmet.
Wang Jie walked over to Zhao Weishan, reached out, and held her husband's hand: "Don't overthink it; after all, we won't have much interaction with him besides our daughter in the future"
Bian Rui does not like Zhao Weishan and has some minor grievances against Wang Jie. However, Bian Rui does not wish to pass on these sentiments to her daughter, as her daughter will ultimately have to live with both of them, likely until adulthood. If Bian Rui instills hatred in her daughter, it will not only hurt Wang Jie and Zhao Weishan, but will also harm her own daughter.
"What are you talking about?" Wang Jie furrowed his brows
In addition to the helmet, Bian Rui also prepared a set of small cycling attire for his daughter, along with some European-style silver jewelry, all of which he purchased for her while admiring their beauty during his travels in Europe
After waking up from a nap, it was already noon. Bian Rui entered the kitchen, quickly prepared a dish of stir-fried vegetables, and used a clay pot to steam a bowl of rice, filling his stomach.
Wang Jie’s new home is not close to Bian Rui’s place; it takes about half an hour to ride a motorcycle. Once the tall residential buildings waiting by the roadside are out of sight, the view is filled with villa areas, indicating that Wang Jie’s new home is almost reached.
Zhao Weishan quickly waved his hand and said, "I mean no offense, but I just feel that if I were a woman, I would definitely fall head over heels for a classmate like him during university. This kind of man has a certain coolness about him, not just an aloofness that keeps people at a distance, which makes one feel a bit of distance yet also a desire to get closer. It's not just young girls; even middle-aged women find him quite attractive..."
At this moment, Bian Rui's attention was entirely focused on his daughter. He held her tightly, gently inhaling the scent that lingered on her, his mind blank, and his heart filled to the brim with the sweetness of embracing his daughter
After finishing the meal, I thoroughly tidied up my little restaurant from top to bottom, wiping every nook and cranny, leaving the entire kitchen and several small tables spotless before finally putting everything away
At this moment, Wang Jie handed the bag in his hand to Bian Rui, saying: "Here are some of the little one's change of clothes. When we go back home, make sure she doesn't run wild and doesn't play in the water..."
The little girl gently shook her head and said, "No, he is nice to me and has bought me many toys, but I just don't like him. I want to live with you. I don't like my current home; although it is big, I still prefer my old home."
By the time Wang Jie came to his senses, the crimson motorcycle had already carried Bian Rui and his daughter out of Wang Jie's sight
Upon leaving the community, Bian Rui adjusted the navigation system and headed towards his hometown
As soon as she saw this object, the girl reached out her hand and shouted that she wanted to take it.
Standing on the same steps, the man now feels somewhat awkward, as Bian Rui appears much more spirited than he does. With a tall and sturdy physique, devoid of any excess fat, dressed in a black cycling suit, and sporting a stubbled jawline and sideburns, he exudes a distinctly masculine aura, especially when paired with the industrially styled, bright red steel beast beside him.
After waiting for about five or six seconds, Bei Rui, not hearing Wang Jie speak, gently pressed the accelerator, and the engine roared to life with a deep growl, the unique sound of the Indian engine instantly filling Wang Jie's eardrums
Even if Bian Rui does not like this person, he must admit that this young man named Zhao Weishan has some skills. From a poor rural boy to a prominent figure, he has built a successful career through his own efforts, living in luxury cars and villas. He can definitely be considered a top successful man, a quintessential "phoenix man".
Bian Rui heard his daughter's sweet, childish voice and gently released her
And that man, who was completely overweight, reeked of alcohol as soon as he returned home and would fall asleep immediately, seemed as if he had never existed at all
Bian Rui, would you like to come in and sit for a while? I think we can be friends.
Bian Rui spoke as he took the bag and placed it in the rear trunk, then took out the luggage for his daughter to wear. Before long, his daughter appeared in Bian Rui's eyes, looking spirited and impressive.
After such a commotion, it was already 3 PM. It was likely that Bian Rui's daughter was also due to return home. Therefore, he tidied up his belongings, packed them into a travel bag, secured it to the luggage rack of the motorcycle's top case, and rode the motorcycle towards his ex-wife's current residence.
Before long, the daughter asked in a babyish voice.
Dad, Dad!
Wang Jie casually replied: "It turns out he is not actually fat; he only started to look inflated after starting the company with Hu Shuo and the others."
Wang Jie’s current husband is her high school classmate, who reportedly had a crush on her since their school days. However, he always felt insecure about his own circumstances and did not dare to express his feelings. Later, after establishing a successful career in Mingzhu, he encountered Wang Jie again, and this time he could no longer suppress his feelings. After getting divorced, he fervently pursued the woman of his dreams and ultimately won her heart.
Has Bian Rui changed a lot? Zhao Weishan said
The man instinctively reached out to grasp his wife's hand, as if fearing the loss of her. In that moment, even with pockets full of money, he could not help but feel a sense of unease
Bian Rui bent down, reached out to hold his daughter in his arms, first kissed her, and then began to spin in place while holding her.
Dad, Dad, I can hardly breathe!
Seeing the items that Bian Rui bought for his daughter, Wang Jiewei frowned slightly
Of course I brought it, Dad will take it out for you
Wang Jie stood on the steps at the entrance, gazing at Bian Rui, who had a ghostly expression. When she saw Bian Rui riding a motorcycle coming towards her, it felt as if time had reversed at that moment. The young man, clad in riding gear and riding a heavy motorcycle, who had once captured the attention of countless senior and junior female students on campus, was resurrected once again
Dad, can I live with you?
Good
I finally understand why you liked him before
Daughter Bian Jing saw Bian Rui and immediately jumped up happily, waving her hand, shaking off her mother's hand as she ran towards Bian Rui. Upon reaching the gate of the small courtyard, she opened the door and threw herself onto Bian Rui.
Once work begins, there is no stopping. The old master was very strict when teaching culinary skills. When cooking, both the utensils and the clothes worn must be impeccably clean, with no traces of grease or stains allowed. Every time hands come into contact with food, they must be washed. Failing to adhere to even one of these rules would result in punishment. Over the course of more than ten years, Bian Rui has developed a habit of maintaining absolute cleanliness in the kitchen
So beautiful, so beautiful, I want to wear it to school
The daughter happily enjoyed the moment, reaching out to put the helmet on her head. It was then that she realized the helmet was a bit large, but the child is still young and will grow, so it is not a significant issue.
Bian Rui may not care about Wang Jie or Zhao Weishan, but he cares about his daughter. This is also the responsibility that a father should have; some matters are destined to be borne by a mature father
I was wondering, did Dad bring me a gift
Upon hearing Bian Rui's remark, Zhao Weishan felt a bit embarrassed; however, being a businessman, he quickly composed himself, chuckled a couple of times, and fell silent thereafter
He mounted the motorcycle, placing his daughter in front of him. Bian Rui put the small goggles on his daughter, thus both father and daughter became part of the American motorcycle culture
Bian Rui did not want to hear Wang Jie apologize, not because he harbored resentment, but because he felt that saying anything now was meaningless. To claim that he bore no resentment would certainly be false; after all, several years of relentless hard work to earn money had led to this outcome
"No, I do not wish to judge anyone, nor am I interested in judging anyone. Apologies hold no significance for me. Let us refrain from such matters in the future; the world is vast, and we shall each go our own way. Alright, do you have anything else to say? If not, I will take the child and return them on Sunday afternoon," said Bian Rui.
Wang Jie waited for her husband to walk into the room before saying to Bian Rui: "Bian Rui, I am sorry for you..."
Alright, I understand! My parents have no worries about being with you; the two elderly folks would love nothing more than to hold the child close to their eyes. What danger could there possibly be
Looking at his daughter's face, he gently brushed aside a strand of hair from her cheek and, smiling, asked, "Little one, do you miss Daddy?"
Holding his daughter in one arm, Rui opened the rear compartment of the motorcycle with the other hand. Inside the compartment lay a very beautiful and cool Viking-style horned riding helmet, a children's version of a 3/4 helmet. The surface of the helmet was covered in leather, treated to have a metallic feel. On both sides of the helmet were two real small horns, and at the lower edge of the helmet were two white fox tail decorations. It was not just children who would be enamored by it; even adults would find it appealing.
Zhao Weishan responded with a sound of acknowledgment, gave a slight nod to Bian Rui, and turned to walk into the room
The father and daughter walked home together, and after just seeing off his daughter, Wang Jie also returned home
Upon arriving at the entrance of the community, Bian Rui stopped his motorcycle to register at the security booth, leaving behind a personal image. The security personnel then made a phone call to confirm with Wang Jie before allowing Bian Rui to enter.
Zhao Weishan was very satisfied and also appreciated his wife's choice of words: "We," which made him feel that he and Wang Jie were indeed a family
It is not good for a girl to play with this, it is too unconventional, don't go crazy like a boy in the future
Zhao Weishan approached Bian Rui's side. Due to the significant height difference between them, Zhao Weishan had to slightly raise his head to speak. Therefore, he discreetly took a step or two back.
Bian Rui asked, "What’s wrong? Is Uncle Zhao treating you poorly?"
Oh, I am sorry, I am sorry
"Lao Zhao, you go inside first, I will speak with Bian Rui for a moment," Wang Jie said.
However, when it comes to hatred, Bian Rui is truly not interested in that now. In fact, there are times when Bian Rui feels that living now is much more enjoyable than when living with Wang Jie. In the past, Bian Rui bore too many responsibilities, and now, after letting them go, feels like a real person, with a sense of comfort radiating from every part of the body