Spoiled by Love – Sweetheart, Don’t Tempt Me

As soon as the beloved dad appeared, the little rascal started shouting, “Super Dad, Super Dad…”

This sudden outburst from the little rascal left Xia Zhennan momentarily puzzled.

Zhan Niantong quickly scooped her up onto her lap and explained to her husband in the video, “Because she said I won the competition this morning, I’m the best in the universe super mom! And she’s the best in the universe super baby! So, you’re the best in the universe super dad.”

“Dad is the super dad, the best in the universe super dad,” Xiaomai continued to shout excitedly, “We are the best in the universe super trio, the super happy family, haha…”

The innocent words of the little guy expressed the heartfelt sentiments of the family of three, making the atmosphere light and joyful.

The little guy kept insisting on sending the recorded video to dad. Watching the video, Xia Zhennan had a satisfied smile on his lips, “Now I have no regrets.” Although he couldn’t witness his wife’s competition in person, having the video was a nice consolation. The main thing was, he had confirmed his return date, set for next Friday afternoon, so he could accompany her to the finals next weekend.

“I observed the other contestants today, and their skills have improved quite a bit compared to last year. I can imagine the national competitors have also gotten stronger. Honey, I’m feeling the pressure. When you return, could you teach me a few moves? My strength is always too gentle, and if I face a tough opponent, it might be difficult.” With such a great teacher, she wouldn’t miss the opportunity! She had always wanted him to teach her, but he was always busy. Now he’s finally coming back, and there will be time.

Xia Zhennan naturally had no objections to this proposal, but it seemed his dear wife was lacking confidence, “Wife, overcoming strength with gentleness has always been a truth, and while others are improving, you’re improving too. Plus, you’re working harder than anyone else. I believe in you.”

“Yes, yes.” Being seen through, Zhan Niantong didn’t feel embarrassed but instead smiled happily. Her husband’s encouragement gave her confidence to win the championship again, “I just hope to achieve a balance of strength and gentleness, wouldn’t that be better?”

“Alright, when I get back, we’ll spar together.”

“And me, I want to spar with mom and dad too,” the little guy raised a hand, not wanting to be left out.

This little rascal, always wanting to join in, Xia Zhennan didn’t give her any face, “You can skip it. Go spar with Tuantuan and Yuanyuan instead!”

“Dad, you’re underestimating me,” the little guy was angry. Bullying me because I’m young now, just wait until I grow up, then I’ll bully you for being old, “Hmph, someday I’ll become as strong as mom, and when you’re old, I’ll spar with you and beat you.”

Xia Zhennan laughed leisurely, “Alright, then wait another twenty or thirty years!”

“Mom, dad is underestimating me. From now on, I want to get up every morning and go jogging with you, so I can beat dad in the future.” Hmph, dad is bullying me, the aggrieved little guy immediately complained to mom.

“Okay.” Unexpectedly, the little guy’s jogging issue was resolved so easily. Previously, she had tried to persuade her, but she just wouldn’t listen and wanted to sleep in. Hehe, her dear husband really had a way. She raised her eyebrows and sent him a grateful look.

Before they knew it, the family of three had been chatting for half an hour.

“It’s almost time, Xiaomai, you should take your nap.”

“Mom was amazing today, defeating her opponent. I want to give her a reward, so from now on, Mom will nap with me,” the little guy said, clearly wanting to sleep next to her hero, under the guise of rewarding her.

“No way, your mom’s exhausted from the morning’s competition. How can you disturb her?” Xia Zhennan put on his stern father face.

Aww, Dad’s scolding again, but his words make sense! Plus, she felt sleepy too, having woken up so early: “Alright, alright, I’ll sleep by myself. Super dad, super mom, good afternoon.” Then, she gave her mom a peck and blew a kiss towards the screen for her dad before scampering off for her nap.

Ah, what little scheme was he plotting to send the little guy away? (Of course, he wanted some alone time to whisper sweet nothings. With the little guy around, he couldn’t speak freely!)

“Why were you so harsh with her?”

He didn’t argue, instead claiming, “I wasn’t harsh, just being a strict father, hoping she’ll become more independent.”

Hmph, if she believed his nonsense, she wouldn’t be his wife: “She’s only five.”

“Five isn’t that young. Anyway, let’s not talk about her.” With the little guy gone, he didn’t want to waste time on such matters and got straight to the point: “Honey, have you missed your husband?”

Turns out he pretended to be stern just to ask this intimate question. But she did miss him, her voice sweet as honey: “Of course I have…” Did he even need to ask?

She was like a woman in love, longing to be with her beloved every moment, not wanting to be apart for even a minute.

Her answer pleased the sly fox, his smile widening: “How do you miss me?”

After being teased by him for so long, she wasn’t shy anymore and answered frankly: “With all my heart.”

Xia Zhennan’s smile grew even broader.

“Do you miss me, hubby?” She was asking the obvious.

“Of course I do, every part of me misses you, especially…” Xia Zhennan raised his thick eyebrows, his gaze wickedly drifting to her chest.

Zhan Niantong followed his gaze and saw her own chest, exposed!

Ah, when did the buttons on her lingerie come undone, revealing everything…

Oh, how embarrassing! She jumped up, her face flushed and neck red: “Ah, where are you looking, you rascal!”

“Scoff, where am I looking? Just there,” Xia Zhennan continued his wickedness, his smile devilishly charming.

“Not talking to you anymore,” Niantong said, hurriedly fastening her buttons. She settled back into her chair, though her words said one thing, her reluctance to leave said another.

Xia Zhennan wisely closed his eyes, retracting his mischievous gaze. If he continued teasing, his shy wife might just flee. “Alright, alright, I wasn’t looking, I swear.”

“Hmph, I’ll forgive you this time,” Niantong said, still harboring an important piece of gossip she hadn’t shared with her husband. Naturally, she couldn’t just end the video call. “I’ve got some juicy gossip for you, want to hear?”

Whenever she spoke to him, she would happily recount the day’s events, as if it had become a habit. He would listen, no matter what she said, always maintaining a gentle smile, his affection as sweet as sugar, making her feel almost addicted. “Xiaoqiao’s in love. Guess who the lucky guy is? You know him too…”

Her face lit up with happiness, practically shouting ‘I’m gossiping!’ Xia Zhennan didn’t want to dampen her spirits. He furrowed his brow in thought. Someone he knew, someone Niantong knew, and someone who had interacted with Gong Xiaoqiao. His sharp mind worked like a computer, quickly arriving at the answer. “Could it be Xing Chengyi?”

“Hubby, you’re so smart, you got it right!” Niantong’s excitement was palpable, like a little gossip queen, eager to jump through the screen and shake his arm. “Tell me, what do you think of Xing Chengyi? Is he suitable for Xiaoqiao?”

Xia Zhennan watched his wife on the screen with a fond smile. He had watched Chengyi grow up; he knew him inside out. His dear wife had indeed asked the right person! But seeing her so excited, he had to throw a bit of cold water on her enthusiasm. “Do you really want my opinion?”

“Of course!” She was dying of curiosity, and he was deliberately stalling. So annoying!

“Do you want the truth or a lie?” He continued to stall.

“The truth, of course. Hurry up!” Her husband had never been this verbose before. This wasn’t his style. Could it be…

Sure enough, the next moment, Xia Zhennan’s face turned serious as he spoke candidly. “Honestly, I don’t think they’re a good match.”

“What? How can you say that?” Niantong was taken aback by her husband’s opinion, protesting loudly. “Are you dissatisfied with Xiaoqiao or something? What’s wrong with her? She’s beautiful, cute, pure, straightforward, easy to get along with, and she comes from a good family. Isn’t that a perfect match for Xing Chengyi?”

“Those very qualities are why I don’t think they’re suitable,” Xia Zhennan sighed, his expression growing solemn. “Think about it, wife. What does Chengyi do? He’s the captain of the detective unit, dealing with criminals and making enemies. Gong Xiaoqiao has always been like a flower nurtured in a greenhouse, with no self-defense skills. Plus, Chengyi’s job often requires him to go on missions, which I doubt Xiaoqiao could handle. And considering the dangers of his work, I don’t think the Gong Family would feel comfortable entrusting Xiaoqiao to Xing Chengyi.”

“That does make sense!” Niantong said, calming down as she considered his explanation. Xiaoqiao and Xing Chengyi had been dating for less than two days, and they’d already had a fight today, with Xiaoqiao losing her temper. Sigh! Starting off with issues, it seemed her friend’s romantic journey wouldn’t be smooth sailing.