Chapter 100: I’m Getting Married
The three of them, who had been hugging moments ago, quickly separated.
Xie Siheng remained silent. Chi Wang teased Xiao Fu, “I’m hugging Senior, why did you come and hug too?”
Xiao Fu’s behavior was somewhat unusual. He knew it himself, but his prideful nature didn’t want to reveal his true feelings openly. So, he casually said, “I’m not trying to break up this family; I’m joining it.”
Chi Wang burst into laughter, “Hahahahahahahahaha.”
You came just in time (x) [1]
Xie Siheng still didn’t say anything. He naturally noticed Xiao Fu’s relaxed attitude, finding it easier to adapt to Xiao Fu’s dismissive demeanor.
Xiao Fu’s reaction wasn’t sudden. He realized that Chi Wang probably found it difficult to leave Xie Siheng, and eventually, this brother-in-law would have to get used to it.
Although he despised the idea of smoothing things over, circumstances had changed. He no longer wanted Chi Wang to be caught in a bind between both sides.
So, he made a concession. He was no longer targeting Xie Siheng and was now willing to shake hands and make peace.
No more insults from the brat; the brother-in-law was the bottom line.
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That day, Chu Qing and Xie Yunting came to visit An An again.
They came almost every day.
Chu Qing held An An, who now seemed to recognize people. Whenever he saw someone, he would grin widely. Even without teeth, his rosy gums looked soft, and his smile was equally gentle.
Chu Qing’s heart melted just by holding him.
As for the indifferent Xie Yunting, a faint warmth appeared in his eyes. When Chu Qing went to prepare the formula, it was finally his turn to hold the baby.
He had also held Xie Siheng before, so he was very adept at holding infants.
Xie Siheng watched him from the side. His suspicious gaze made Xie Yunting slightly annoyed. Coldly, he said, “What are you looking at me for? Afraid I’ll drop An An?”
Xie Siheng responded just as coldly, “Mm.”
Chi Wang: “…”
Perfect human-machine training (x) [2]
Chi Wang laughed out loud.
Xie Yunting: “…”
Little rascal, do you know who used to change your diapers?
Now, he’s guarding him like a thief.
Xie Yunting tried to put An An down, but as soon as he did, An An smiled at him.
“Aww, so cute.”
An An indeed didn’t resemble Xie Siheng. His appearance and demeanor didn’t match. During his infancy, Xie Siheng could recognize people—he would cry endlessly if not held by Chu Qing. Changing who held him would make him cry, but once back in Chu Qing’s arms, he would be obedient.
Such dependency likely only lasted during infancy. Xie Siheng’s sense of gender identity awakened early; by the age of three or four, he wouldn’t let Chu Qing wash him. As he grew older, when faced with problems, he didn’t turn to his parents like others but tried to solve them himself first. If he couldn’t, he would then seek his parents’ help, making him very independent from a young age.
On the other hand, An An was affectionate towards everyone, peaceful and serene, much like Chi Wang.
Before knowing about Chi Wang’s pregnancy, Xie Yunting’s perception of Chi Wang was quite vague. He knew he was a handsome guy, but didn’t care much beyond that.
Upon learning that Chi Wang was carrying Xie Siheng’s child, he began to take a closer look, understanding why Xie Siheng liked Chi Wang.
Chi Wang was quite similar to his wife Chu Qing in some ways—they were both very optimistic and cheerful. Chu Qing could find joy in even the smallest things, and Chi Wang was probably the same.
Their father and son were both easily attracted to this type of personality.
Thinking this, Xie Yunting grew to like Chi Wang, but because of his reserved nature, he couldn’t get close to him.
Even so, Chi Wang always smiled at him naturally, without minding Xie Yunting’s indifferent attitude towards him.
It was a naturally affectionate personality, no wonder he could tolerate all those cold faces.
If Chi Wang knew what Xie Yunting was thinking, he would probably find it amusing. Chi Wang naturally carried a hint of a smile for everyone; he wasn’t naturally a big talker, but seeing Xie Yunting like this, if he tried to say something cheerful, it would be too awkward.
Xie Yunting was charmed by An An’s smile and wanted to pick him up again, but with Xie Siheng watching intently, he couldn’t bring himself to do so. He casually released his hold.
As soon as he let go, Xie Siheng picked An An up.
Xie Yunting: “…”
Alright, just compete with him.
He quietly watched Xie Siheng gently rock An An to sleep. Xie Siheng resembled him—mature and steady. Although he had just graduated from university, he already looked very much the same. Only his deep-set brows and hair swept back revealed a hint of youthful freshness.
Despite his young age, he was already adept at holding the baby.
However, upon reflection, Chi Wang realized that he and Chu Qing, along with Xie Siheng, had only been together for about twenty years.
Xie Yunting: “…”
Early marriage and childbirth are genetic.
Many people came to visit An An, and as long as someone came, An An was always in someone’s arms, never left unattended. He didn’t mind at all; he felt extremely comfortable wherever he was.
He also loved to smile, not needing to be specifically entertained. His lips would curl into a grin, milk bubbles forming like blown bubbles, and Chi Wang loved popping these milk bubbles.
An An was two months old now. Chi Wang, used to tracking data, had created a database of the baby’s height, sleep time, arm length, leg length, and even the length of his giggles, updating it monthly with photo evidence—an extensive data stream.
He found it meaningful, though Xie Siheng only expressed the following six points about it: “…”
Even the dark history is consistent.
Chi Wang stated earnestly, “I’m setting up a room specifically to store these records, documenting every moment. Do you think I should write a parenting diary?”
Xie Siheng’s vision went dark, “…”
He spoke solemnly, “I don’t think it’s necessary.”
Chi Wang: “Do you not find it meaningful?”
Xie Siheng: “…It is meaningful, but when An An grows up and sees it, he might feel embarrassed.”
Chi Wang smiled, “As long as he doesn’t know about it.”
Xie Siheng remained silent, as Chi Wang had already convinced him.
Thus, without any objections, Chi Wang continued his research.
Chi Wang’s phone and camera were filled with photos of An An from every angle. Sometimes, he couldn’t resist wanting to post them on Moments, but he restrained himself.
With his low-key and reserved nature, how could he not want to show off once he had a baby?
Could it be some kind of genetic awakening?
Regardless, he decided to hold back.
In the morning, after Chu Qing and Xie Yunting left, Zuo Qianxing came over in the afternoon.
Sometimes, Chi Wang wondered if they had made plans together—why did they always come in groups to see the baby?
As a friend of Xie Siheng, Zuo Qianxing was experiencing a medical miracle for the first time. He didn’t expect Chi Wang to actually have a baby.
At the one-month banquet, it was his first time seeing An An. He was stunned—not only was a man able to have a baby, but he was also so good-looking. Was this reasonable?
Now, on his second visit, Zuo Qianxing saw Xie Siheng sitting on an armless sofa changing An An’s diaper. His expression was still solemn and indifferent, but his movements were unexpectedly gentle, looking quite capable.
Zuo Qianxing felt a tinge of melancholy—Xie Siheng had actually become a father.
Although he was a rookie dad, he was already doing a decent job. He knew how to apply baby powder without raising dust, which was crucial as small infants have fragile respiratory systems and are particularly sensitive to fine dust.
After finishing these tasks, he dressed An An. Despite the hot weather, the indoor temperature was always comfortable, so An An wasn’t dressed in too many layers, prioritizing comfort.
Zuo Qianxing praised Xie Siheng, “I never thought you’d make a good dad.”
Without looking up, Xie Siheng replied, “An An needs to sleep now, so you can’t hold him.”
Zuo Qianxing laughed, “It’s okay, I just need to take a look. By the way, where’s Chi Wang?”
Xie Siheng answered, “Chi Wang went to class.”
Zuo Qianxing asked, “Isn’t it summer vacation now? What classes is he taking?”
Xie Siheng replied, “French class.”
“Wow, so diligent,” Zuo Qianxing said. He didn’t know Chi Wang very well, only that he was resilient, sunny, and cheerful—a person who was immediately likable. After getting to know him, his fondness only grew.
But he didn’t know Chi Wang well enough. Knowing Chi Wang’s pleasant nature and how Xie Siheng had been around him for so long, falling for him seemed normal.
Sigh, Xie Siheng had never dated before. To think he had a baby after just one relationship was almost unbelievable.
But it was no wonder Xie Siheng was efficient.
Zuo Qianxing asked, “When did you start liking Chi Wang?”
Xie Siheng replied calmly, “Next life, you can turn into a thistle.” [3]
Zuo Qianxing smiled, “I’m just curious. You kept quiet all day, but you’re the first one in our group to have a baby. It’s so shocking. Except for me, no one else knows about it.”
The fact that Xie Siheng had a child was not publicized, and many people still didn’t know about it. But Lu Xiao, that idiot, returned to China but still had evil intentions and asked him about Xie Siheng. He was still thinking about him even though he was in a wheelchair. He is not afraid of death.
Zuo Qianxing did not deny Xie Siheng’s charm. There were many people who pursued him since he was a child, both men and women. Even though they did not study together in college, Zuo Qianxing also paid attention to Xie Siheng’s affairs in H University. He knew that he had been the school hunk for three consecutive years and was a veritable celebrity. There were many posts about Xie Siheng’s appearance on the forum. When he was a freshman, he was even popular and was exposed on a large forum with a high national popularity. Although it was removed by the Xie family’s public relations department in just half a day.
Xie Siheng is the first one in their circle to have a baby, and his wedding date is approaching. He is getting married in his early twenties, and his marriage partner is even younger, only nineteen years old.
It might be possible to let someone else do it, but it is simply unthinkable to let the Xie family do it.
It was out of the ordinary, too out of the ordinary, and it broke Zuo Qianxing’s usual impression of Xie Siheng.
Xie Siheng didn’t know that his image in Zuo Qianxing was shattered, and he said calmly: “An An is secondary, the most important thing is that I am getting married.”
His expression was still cold, as if covered with a thin layer of ice and snow, but because Zuo Qianxing was familiar with Xie Siheng, he always felt that there was a hint of boasting in the tone of his voice.
Zuo Qianxing: “…”
Wait, is this how Xie Siheng acts when he’s deeply in love?
Footnotes
[1] You came just in time (x): This implies that Chi Wang’s arrival was perfectly timed for the situation, with the “(x)” indicating a playful or joking tone.
[2] Perfect human-machine training (x): This phrase typically refers to practicing skills with a partner, but here it humorously describes Xie Siheng and Yunting playfully competing in holding the baby.
[3] Turn into a thistle: In Chinese slang, (chá) can refer to mischievous or troublesome behavior. Here, it’s used humorously to imply that Zuo Qianxing should adopt a less annoying demeanor.
