Chapter 1830 – Competing for Affection
Wei Ci prided himself on being a seven-foot tall man; how could he allow a two-year-old baby to protect him?
Ridiculous!
“What can you protect me from?” Wei Ci held the adorable but timid Second Young Master Feng, the gentle tone he used sending shivers down the latter’s spine. His big, doe-like eyes instantly filled with mist, and his little mouth pursed, tears rolling down like a waterfall.
Wei Ci: “…”
He hadn’t even done anything yet—why was this kid already crying?
Unable to bear it, Wei Ci set the young Second Young Master down. The moment he did, the little guy scrambled towards the Second Princess, wrapping his arms around her and quietly sobbing.
The Second Princess reached out to gently pat his back, softly comforting him, making Wei Ci’s teeth ache from jealousy.
That loathsome little brat! In his past life, Feng You was cunning, but at least he had the decency to have some pride. This little brat had no shame whatsoever. Even with a two-year-old’s looks, who knew what kind of old fox was hiding inside?
Was it appropriate for an old fox to cry and seek comfort from a one-year-old?
The answer was a resounding yes. The Second Young Master Feng seemed to have become addicted to playing the child, constantly seeking hugs and cooing for affection.
“He’s just a heartless little schemer!” Wei Ci decided after observing the scene; this malicious trickery was simply too excessive!
But the Second Princess was a sucker for cute things, unable to resist their charm, even willing to change her lazy routine just to be close to something adorable. Watching that shameless little Second Young Master Feng, an idea flickered in Wei Ci’s mind, and he couldn’t help but smirk.
You want to be cute, huh?
No matter how cute you act, you can only mask the dryness of an old gourd with paint. Who could ever compare that to genuine cuteness?
The next day in class, Wei Ci had something hidden up his sleeve that instantly attracted the Second Princess’s attention, leaving the Second Young Master Feng in the dust.
“White fluff!” the Eldest Princess exclaimed, pointing at the black-and-white bundle, “It’s… black!”
The “big girl” from Wei Ci’s house, Nuan Nuan, made her debut. Not only could she whimper and whine, but she also looked up with her big, innocent black eyes, melting hearts in an instant. The Eldest Princess was filled with unprecedented curiosity, and even the usually lazy Second Princess perked up, excitedly moving closer to Wei Ci to get a better look at Nuan Nuan.
“Teacher~~~” the Second Princess blinked her bright eyes, cheerfully saying, “I want to play with her!”
The lady official watched anxiously as Wei Ci held the black-and-white fluffball.
Even if it was just a baby, it was still an Iron-Eating Beast that had fought alongside Chi You. They worried it might harm the princesses.
Wei Ci generously placed Nuan Nuan into the lady official’s arms.
Before coming over, the little black-and-white fluff had already been bathed thoroughly, and now its fur shone with brilliance.
“Teacher, the Second Princess might not be able to hold her…”
The lady official watched nervously, but before she could finish, she saw the Second Princess securely holding the baby Iron-Eating Beast, who didn’t disappoint Wei Ci’s expectations and shyly covered her eyes with her tiny paws, her mouth slightly open, revealing a soft pink tongue.
The Eldest Princess leaned in too, carefully petting the black-and-white fluff.
Having maintained a babyish appearance for years, the fluff’s fur was softer than an adult’s.
“Roundy is so cute!”
The baby Iron-Eating Beast was indeed round, prompting the Eldest Princess to call it “Roundy.” The baby responded with a series of soft whimpers.
Wei Ci smiled as he patted the princesses’ heads, gently advising, “It’s time for class now; you can play with her after.”
The Eldest Princess agreed while the Second Princess insisted on holding the fluff during class, and Nuan Nuan was patient, letting her pull and squeeze.
Meanwhile, the neglected Second Young Master Feng could only stare: “…”
Wei Ci could only chuckle silently. Could the Second Young Master Feng’s cuteness rival Nuan Nuan’s?
No!
According to the Lord’s words, his Nuan Nuan was super-duper cute.
How could a human child think to compete with a national treasure in cuteness? That was just absurd!
The Second Young Master Feng could cry and whimper, but could he ever be as adorable as Nuan Nuan?
Today’s lesson was particularly enjoyable, with both princesses leaving class still looking unsatisfied.
“Teacher~~~” the Second Princess hugged Nuan Nuan tightly, her eyes sending out cute beams, trying to soften Wei Ci’s heart into agreeing to let Nuan Nuan stay with her. But Wei Ci remained rational and declined her request. Nuan Nuan was indeed gentle and harmless, but she was definitely not suitable for prolonged interactions with the two princesses, especially when Wei Ci wasn’t around—separate play was strictly off-limits.
What he feared most was the possibility of both princesses and Nuan Nuan being exploited, leading to irreparable damage.
So, with an “ironclad heart,” Wei Ci resolutely tucked Nuan Nuan back into his arms and pulled the Second Young Master Feng along by the collar.
On the way, the Second Young Master Feng looked serious, while Wei Ci was in a state of enjoyment.
“You really are childish!”
Once seated in the carriage, the two-year-old Second Young Master Feng pouted, accusing Wei Ci with a glare at Nuan Nuan in his arms.
This human was being utterly ridiculous, trying to use a baby panda to diminish his affection—how childish!
Wei Ci, resting with his eyes closed, snickered at the accusation.
“An old fox inside a child’s skin has the nerve to call me childish?”
Wasn’t it also childish for the Second Young Master Feng to play cute and act spoiled in front of the Second Princess?
“But you’re even more childish!”
The Second Young Master Feng did know Wei Ci somewhat, albeit it was quite one-sided.
He used to watch Wei Ci and Jiang Pengji being all lovey-dovey every day while he was forced to be a spectator. Though he didn’t see much, he definitely “heard” things. He knew whether Wei Ci was childish or not.
Wei Ci sneered, “If you tell me the details, I won’t be childish anymore.”
Otherwise, Nuan Nuan would occupy the Second Princess’s embrace for a long while, leaving no place for the Second Young Master Feng’s former glory.
The Second Young Master Feng couldn’t help but roll his eyes.
He had seen people seeking trouble, but this was just begging for it.
“What’s the rush?” the Second Young Master Feng grinned meaningfully, “When the time comes, you’ll know!”
As they approached the residence, Wei Ci inquired, “Your Majesty, can you truly cope?”
The Second Young Master Feng replied, “As long as you don’t die, she won’t lose; you are very important to her.”
Wei Ci looked puzzled.
The Second Young Master Feng continued, “That’s why I must protect you. This identity perfectly conceals me, so no one will suspect anything.”
Wei Ci: “…”
That’s not necessarily true.
As he disembarked, Wei Ci once again had the Second Young Master Feng by his collar.
Upon entering the residence, he vaguely heard himself say, “Protect me? With a body like yours that I can lift with one hand?”
The Second Young Master Feng: “…”
Do you look down on our baby brigade?
Wait till I reveal my true identity and scare you to death!
The Second Young Master Feng angrily sucked on a spoonful of baby food.
