The Whole Internet is Shipping Me with My Ex-Boyfriend-Chapter 410: His Tenderness (Part 2)

Suisui listened with a look of half-understanding: "Oh~"

Actually, she didn’t understand at all.

She only knew about the big tree.

But she didn’t know why the tree could grow so, so big!

Quan Yin suddenly leaned in, catching Gu Yuan off guard, so she didn’t avoid it in time. He didn’t make any further physical contact with her, but at this angle and posture, it was no different from physical contact.

A subtle sandalwood fragrance reached Gu Yuan’s nose, and she knew it came from Quan Yin because he liked to wear Buddha beads, and he always had that scent on him.

She instinctively moved a step to the side, and Quan Yin noticed her move. He just smiled faintly and did not move closer.

Quan Yin continued from where he left off: "This spruce tree is not only the largest spruce tree in Xun Mountain Residence, but also the largest in the entirety of Sui City, which makes Xun Mountain Residence quite famous."

Gu Yuan: "You’re right."

Quan Yin was momentarily stunned, then chuckled softly, "Miss Gu, you’re as humorous as ever."

Humorous?

Was she humorous?

She didn’t know where Quan Yin saw humor in her. From the smile on his face, he was probably teasing her.

Because of Quan Yin’s explanation, Suisui felt a bit more favorable towards him.

They became familiar quickly, so it wasn’t awkward. Suisui knew it was hard for her mother to carry her, and Grandma couldn’t lift her, so she pestered Quan Yin to carry her.

As Suisui reached out towards Quan Yin, Gu Yuan had a premonition and called out: "Suisui."

Quan Yin squatted down and picked up Suisui, smiling gently at Gu Yuan: "It’s fine, it’s nothing. I haven’t carried a child in a long time."

The secretary behind Quan Yin had a moment of realization, thinking: When did Mr. Qua ever carry a child?

The secretary knew that Mr. Qua, who advocates for not getting married, had no patience for children, hardly interacted with them, and was even less patient with comforting them.

The secretary only thought then, maybe Mr. Qua didn’t have his own children.

Now realizing, he didn’t dislike children, nor had he no children; the child he cared about was just because of his interest behind it...

Quan Yin’s manner of carrying the child wasn’t clumsy; it even looked quite practiced.

The old man truly lived up to his age—everything he did was skillful and proficient.

Even Yu Rujin complimented: "Not bad at all; think of it as practice... Well, at your age, it’s not early, but practice nonetheless. When you become adept, you’ll be prepared."

Quan Yin maintained a calm expression.

Yu Rujin saw that expression and knew there was no point in urging him with tricks.

The group proceeded inside.

On the winding path leading to First Residence of Xun Mountain Residence, a small road paved with endless bluestone slabs, lined with uneven Xiangfei bamboo at intervals on both sides; the surroundings were lush green, embodying the fullness of summer.

Yu Rujin and Fu walked ahead.

Gu Yuan walked alongside Quan Yin.

Quan Yin’s secretary followed behind.

At this moment, Quan Yin held Suisui’s back with one hand to prevent her from leaning backward, and he said to Gu Yuan: "I remember in the courtyard they always used my name to scare children, few dared to approach me. Suisui’s closeness to me makes me very happy."

Using his name to scare children!

It seemed he was still quite authoritative among the younger ones.

Although Quan Jin didn’t seem afraid of him.

"Suisui may be shy with strangers, but after spending more time together, she becomes less scared," Gu Yuan said.

Quan Yin responded slowly: "Miss Gu was probably like Suisui when she was young."

"Not the same," Gu Yuan answered decisively. "I wasn’t as lively and cheerful as Suisui."

She gave all her motherly love and tenderness to Suisui.

Suisui, despite not having dad’s participation in her growth and companionship, was also incredibly happy surrounded by love. She was quite introverted when she was young, relying on Sheng Yi to bring a splash of color to her life.

Quan Yin noticed the fleeting sadness on Gu Yuan’s face, which vanished quickly.

He said: "The past cannot be pursued, but the future holds endless possibilities."

Gu Yuan glanced at Quan Yin, smiled gently, and nodded.

At this time, Gu Yuan saw Suisui reaching out to touch the Buddha beads on Quan Yin’s wrist, her expression changed suddenly, and she immediately scolded, "Suisui, do not mess around."

It turned out Suisui was still trying to touch the thick and thin Buddha beads on Quan Yin’s wrist.

Hearing her mother’s stern voice, Suisui was startled and quickly withdrew her hand.

Suisui looked at her mother, who suddenly had a strict expression, a bit aggrieved: "Mom..."

A call of "Mom," soft and cute, with a bit of confusion and obedience.

Gu Yuan had just instinctively reacted, her tone a bit harsh. She said, "Didn’t mommy tell you not to touch other people’s things randomly?"