Seeing that Qian Renxue was getting impatient, Qian Xunji stopped pushing.
He gently embraced his children, a smile spreading across his face.
"Alright, Dad won't say anymore then. How about I read with you both?"
"Yes, yes!" Qian Renjue nodded quickly.
"Mm." Qian Renxue also nodded slightly, handing the book in her hand to Qian Xunji.
Qian Xunji held the book but didn't open it immediately.
Instead, he gently embraced the siblings, gazing down at them with a slightly hesitant tone. "Listen, you won't be seeing your mother for quite a while. Could we perhaps... discuss something? During this time, could you spare some of the time you'd spend looking for your mother and give it to your father?"
"Of course!"
Qian Renjue's answer was exactly what Qian Xunji had expected: clean, decisive, and heartwarming.
But Qian Xunji was more interested in hearing Qian Renxue's response.
"And what about you, Xiaoxue?"
Qian Renxue looked at Qian Xunji, a little puzzled by him at that moment.
With a slight nod, she said, "I'm fine with it too."
"Haha, that's good. From now on, Daddy will come and spend time with you all every day."
Qian Xunji nodded contentedly.
"But... isn't Daddy very busy every day?"
Qian Renjue raised their head and wriggled their body, avoiding the slightly prickly chin.
"Xiao Jue, although Daddy is busy, it's alright to relax occasionally every day."
Qian Xunji explained with a smile, then added: "Grandpa can't punish Daddy either."
"Haha."
Qian Renjue couldn't help but laugh.
He immediately reminded, "Then Dad can't ruin our clothes again, okay?"
"Uh, definitely not."
Qian Xunji's expression stiffened slightly.
The last time he'd lost face in front of his children still made him feel awkward.
Qian Renxue's lips also couldn't help but curl into a small smile.
Looking at the two children's smiling faces, Qian Xunji didn't care about the awkwardness anymore.
"Ahem."
After they'd laughed enough, Qian Xunji coughed twice.
While settling the matter, he made up his mind to practice diligently.
"Alright, let's read the book now."
Qian Renjue suddenly changed his mind.
Hugging Qian Xunji's neck and looking up with a face full of anticipation, he said crisply:
"Dad, how about you read to us? Okay?"
"Sure, anything you want, Xiao Jue."
Without a second thought, Qian Xunji nodded and agreed readily.
"Great! Thank you, Dad!"
Qian Renjue pressed his small face against Qian Xunji's, gently rubbing against him.
"This is what a father should do."
Qian Xunji responded gently, careful not to hurt his son's delicate skin.
Qian Renjue sat back up in Qian Xunji's embrace and smiled at Qian Renxue, leaning against her shoulder.
Qian Renxue naturally wouldn't refuse, raising her hand to gently stroke his head.
"Then let's begin."
Qian Xunji held the two children, trying to keep his voice gentle.
He clearly read out the contents of the book.
"..."
Qian Renjue leaned against Qian Xunji's chest, their head resting on Qian Renxue's shoulder.
They listened quietly.
Time passed.
Having not gotten enough sleep the night before, Qian Renjue couldn't help but cover their mouth and yawn.
"Ah～woo!"
Tears welled in their eyes as they gently rubbed against Qian Xunji's chest and Qian Renxue's shoulder.
"Daddy, Big Sister～ Jue is sleepy."
Yes.
Qian Renxue gently stroked Qian Renjue, as if trying to lull them to sleep.
Qian Xunji stopped what he was doing.
He spoke in a soft voice, "Then, Dad will carry Little Jue to bed."
"Mhm."
Qian Renjue responded softly, drowsy with sleep.
After Qian Xunji supported Qian Renjue, Qian Renxue stood up on her own.
"Little Xue, do you want to come too?"
Qian Xunji asked with a smile, turning his head to look at her. His voice was a little hoarse. "I'm not sleepy."
Qian Renxue shook her head gently.
Qian Xunji nodded slightly and stepped forward, carefully arranging Qian Renjue.
Watching his back, Qian Renxue slowly walked to the tea table.
After Qian Xunji had settled Qian Renjue, he turned around. Qian Renxue was holding a water glass and offering it to him.
"Dad, have some water."
Qian Xunji was stunned for a moment, then felt flattered.
He even forgot to lower his voice.
"Okay, okay! Thank you, Xiaoxue."
"Shh!"
Qian Renxue gestured for silence.
Qian Xunji snapped back to attention, smiled, and nodded, accepting the glass of water.
He drank it with relish, as if it could soothe the soul.
After Qian Xunji finished his water,
Qian Renxue took the cup, placed it back on the table, picked up the wooden sword, and greeted Qian Xunji:
"Dad, I'm going to practice my sword."
"Little Xue... wait."
Qian Xunji chuckled, pulling Qian Renxue to his side.
Looking at her curious gaze, he smiled and said, "Little Xue, after Xiao Jue falls asleep, can Daddy practice with you?"
Qian Renxue hesitated for a moment, then nodded slightly, sitting down by the bed.
"Little Xue is so good."
Qian Xunji revealed a hearty smile.
Watching Qian Xunji's gentle movements as he coaxed Qian Renjue to sleep,
Qian Renxue felt a strange feeling in her heart.
Qian Xunji, however, had his own considerations.
Bibi Dong's hatred for him would only intensify after leaving the City of Slaughter.
She would definitely pursue him relentlessly!
Unless he died, Bibi Dong wouldn't let it go.
Now, Qian Xunji just wanted to enjoy the time he had left.
To spend more time with his children.
To see Qian Renjue's smiling face more, and to have Qian Renxue smile at him more often.
Soon, Qian Renjue drifted off to sleep.
"Let's go, Xiaoxue."
Qian Xunji reached out to Qian Renxue, taking her hand and leading her outside.
They had just walked out of the courtyard gate.
"Ah!"
Qian Renxue let out a soft cry.
She was picked up by Qian Xunji and placed on his neck.
"Dad, what, what are you doing?!"
Qian Renxue, riding on Qian Xunji's neck, was flushed.
She wasn't a child!
Qian Xunji, however, was beaming with a smile and began to walk slowly.
"It's rare for Dad to have some free time, so let me take Xiaoxue around for a stroll."
"Th-that's not really necessary!"
Qian Renxue held his head, her face a little embarrassed, somewhat ashamed.
"Daddy, I can walk myself."
"Next time, carry Jue like this. He likes it more."
Qian Xunji was unmoved, smiling as he said: "Xiaoxue, being too precocious isn't a good thing."
"You should play more when you're a child. You won't have regrets later."
"It's good to spend more time with Daddy."
Hearing this, Qian Renxue was no longer so resistant.
Blushing, she asked, "Dad, where did you learn all these words of wisdom?"
"Of course, I read them in books, to learn how to be a good father."
Qian Xunji smiled, gently pressing on Qian Renxue's knees, his steps light.
Qian Renxue was slightly stunned.
This father of hers, in this life, was truly a bit different.
Was it because of Jue?
Qian Renxue retracted her thoughts, her embarrassment completely dissipated, and she couldn't help but smile.
"Thank you, Dad."
"Haha, good daughter, this is all I should do."
At this moment, the gloom deep within Qian Xunji's eyes vanished completely.
He was now a father. A father taking care of his child! Those unsavory things could wait for a while!
Wishing everyone a happy life!
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