Meanwhile, downstairs.
Wen Tingxue sat between Yu Xiuxiu and Wen Jin'an, watching television.
She was very well taken care of by the two of them.
So well taken care of that she almost wanted to escape.
But escape was impossible.
Just then, Yu Wen called out, "Xiao Wen, go get that file from the study on the second floor for me."
Yu Wenli didn't respond, likely talking to Grandpa Yu.
Wen Tingxue volunteered, "Uncle Yu, Brother is probably busy. If it's convenient, I can get it."
Yu Wen was in a frantic rush and naturally couldn't think of anything else. He nodded, "Alright, I'll trouble you then."
"No problem!"
Wen Tingxue quickly made her escape.
Wen Jin'an glared at her husband disapprovingly, "Can't you see me? You're asking Yi Yi to get the file for you, how bold!"
Yu Wen finally realized and smacked his forehead, "I'm so busy I've lost my mind."
Yu Xiuxiu laughed, "It's no big deal. Children need to move around more. Besides, she probably wanted to run off long ago."
She and Jin'an were fussing over her, and she probably wasn't used to it.
Yu Wen: "Hmm?"
Run off?
Wasn't the TV show good?
Or did his phone call disturb them?
Wen Jin'an smiled, "Then let Yi Yi get used to it. Girls need to be doted on, especially the girls from our two families."
This statement was already a clear hint.
In fact, when the two families first met, there was the intention of arranging a marriage.
But everyone was afraid that the children of the two families wouldn't get along, so no one brought it up. This situation was perfect for them, they just hadn't stated it explicitly.
Yu Xiuxiu nodded, "That's true. My Yi Yi is timid, she does need to be pampered a bit."
She thought the Yu family boy was good – he was caring, responsible, and capable of handling matters.
Overall, he was almost flawless.
However, the specific situation still needed to be observed over time.
After all, circumstances change, and people's hearts are unpredictable.
...
Wen Tingxue ran upstairs, and just as she reached the top, she ran into Old Master Yu coming down.
"Eh?"
Wen Tingxue braked, her small face flushed, looking very charming.
"Grandpa, are you done chatting?"
"Mmm."
Old Master Yu smiled and said, "Go find him, I won't take up your time."
Wen Tingxue's face turned even redder, "Grandpa! I'm not here to find him, I..."
"I know, I know."
Old Master Yu had a knowing expression, "I see it but won't say it. Hurry up and go."
Wen Tingxue didn't even get a chance to explain before Old Master Yu had already gone down.
"..."
Wen Tingxue sighed helplessly and turned to go upstairs.
The study on the second floor was connected to the game room, and Yu Wenli stood between the two.
Even though the lights were bright, there was a sense of loneliness that seemed to meld into the darkness.
Even his usually straight back was slightly hunched, as if weighed down by something.
Wen Tingxue walked over, her heart aching, and gently took his hand, asking cautiously:
"Brother Yu, what's wrong? Did Grandpa scold you?"
But looking at Grandpa's expression, it didn't seem like he was scolding anyone.
Wen Tingxue frowned as she watched Yu Wenli's eyes slowly come back to focus.
The next second, he pulled her into his embrace.
A clean, faint scent of sandalwood filled her nose.
Wen Tingxue was stunned for a second, then quickly reached out to hug him back.
His waist was slender, and his body was warm, but hugging him gave her an immense sense of security.
It felt like as long as she was by his side, nothing else mattered.
Even if the sky fell, he could fix it.
Wen Tingxue leaned against his chest, listening to his powerful heartbeat.
She had a gut feeling that something was wrong.
This embrace was different from the one on the balcony last time.
It wasn't comfort, but a kind of... joy of regaining something lost?
Wen Tingxue didn't know if her understanding was correct, but she truly felt like she was being squeezed to death.
"Brother Yu..."
The little girl spoke with some difficulty, but her voice was still soft.
Yu Wenli suddenly came back to himself, loosening his grip slightly, but he still didn't let go.
"Mmm."
He responded softly, resting his chin on her fluffy hair, nuzzling her like a cat.
Wen Tingxue didn't know what was going on with him, so she could only ask softly:
"Brother Yu, what's wrong? Are you unhappy?"
"No..."
Yu Wenli chuckled, saying meaningfully, "Brother is just fortunate."
"Mmm?"
Wen Tingxue was confused, "Fortunate for what?"
"Fortunate..."
Yu Wenli's chest vibrated slightly. He was genuinely happy.
"I almost lost my treasure, but thankfully, it's not too late."
"?"
Wen Tingxue truly didn't understand.
But Yu Wenli didn't give her a chance to ask more. He let go and asked her with a smile.
"Did you come up suddenly because you missed me?"
Wen Tingxue's face instantly turned red, and she said stubbornly in a cute, fierce tone, "Who said that! I came to help Uncle get the file!"
Yu Wenli smiled, "Then can Brother miss you?"
"!"
Wen Tingxue suddenly looked up, her almond-shaped eyes filled with astonishment, as if she couldn't believe such words were coming from him.
He, who was so noble and pure, as unattainable as the moon, was actually saying to her...
He missed her?
And he said it so casually?
Oh my god!
Is it what she thought it was?
Are you sure it's not her hallucination?
But this is too real...
Yu Wenli took in all of the little girl's emotions, his heart filled with half guilt and concern, and half joy and anticipation.
He didn't know what the little girl was thinking.
But he knew that if the little girl chose him under these circumstances, she must have been prepared to face anything.
She was so timid, so afraid, so frightened.
Yet, for his sake, she chose to face it alone.
She had sacrificed so much for him, why should he let her be uncertain and anxious?
He wanted to tell her directly that she was the most special and exceptional existence to him.
He wanted to slowly seep his feelings for her into her, bit by bit.
He wanted her to get used to him, then slowly like him, and finally, be unable to leave him.
Call him calculating, or shameless.
He wanted only her, in this life and forever.
...
The two went down after getting the file from the study.
Wen Jin'an, with sharp eyes, noticed that Wen Tingxue's face was even redder than when she went upstairs. Her heart filled with joy, but she pretended to be fierce, "Xiao Wen! What's wrong with you? Did you bully my sister?"
Yu Xiuxiu had already noticed the atmosphere between the two was not right, even better than before they went upstairs.
Especially her daughter, her face was as red as a ripe apple, clearly the two had said something.
And, it must have been good things.
Yu Wenli replied very naturally, "I dote on her, how could I possibly bully her."
"..."
Wen Tingxue gave him a strange look, unable to understand why he had become so eloquent.
He didn't have this personality before, did he?
What did Grandpa say to him?
Catching the little girl's gaze, Yu Wenli lowered his eyes, his peach blossom eyes full of affection, "Isn't it? Brother doesn't dote on you?"
"!"
Wen Tingxue instantly blushed all the way to her neck, not daring to look up as she walked towards Yu Wen.
Yu Wenli chuckled, his voice melodious and deep, very pleasant to hear.
But to Wen Tingxue's ears, it was like a death knell. She had no idea what he was thinking.
She had no idea what he would say next.
Although, she was very happy to hear it.
But it was too embarrassing!
Especially in front of both families!
Wuwuwu~
What is all this!
Wen Tingxue placed the file beside Yu Wen, and inadvertently saw a photocopy of his ID card.
Birthday on February 25th?
Isn't that tomorrow?
Wen Tingxue calculated. Forgetting her shyness, she hesitated for a few seconds and then asked, "Uncle Yu, will you be home for breakfast tomorrow?"
But it echoed her thought 'Can't you just take a few steps forward?' She felt it made sense.
Since Brother Yu had taken steps forward, she had no reason to stay where she was.
She would also generously walk towards him, towards his family.
Author's note: Due to some well-known reasons, the romance in a campus novel needs to be subtle, so the male lead won't confess directly. He will wait until after the college entrance exams. As for the fast development of the relationship, I believe love at first sight is a connection of souls, a fated encounter, and has nothing to do with how long it takes. As for whether it can last, that's the grinding of personalities. Finally, this is a sweet, sweet little story with not much angst, so don't be too harsh on the logic~