Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
Wen Chi was having a blast with Joy. It seemed like Joy had never been this happy before.
Everywhere they went, Joy was pulling her âUncle Wenâ along. Shu Pan couldnât help but feel a bit helpless and felt that she was redundant. She simply didnât have the energy to be as wild as they were.
Finally, around noon, they took a break, and everyone was starving. Wen Chi suggested taking Joy to KFC. Shu Pan frowned slightly, showing some disapproval.
Wen Chi convinced her by saying that it was something kids loved and that it was okay to indulge occasionally. Joy clapped her hands in delight upon hearing this because she had seen it on TV.
Since it was two against one, with the majority in favor, Shu Pan reluctantly agreed.
As it was a weekend, KFC was crowded, and they had to wait for a table. Shu Pan was about to go and order when Wen Chi quickly stopped her. âItâs crowded, Iâll go. You watch Joy.â
Wen Chi walked away gracefully, leaving Shu Pan looking at him standing in the queue, where he seemed to shine brightly, outshining those around him.
Finally, it was Wen Chiâs turn to order. He spoke softly to the cashier, ordering a family bucket and an additional serving of fries that Joy had been wanting for a while.
Shu Pan was defeated once again by him. It seemed like he was spoiling the little girl beyond measure. Perhaps, in the future, Joyâs favorite person would be Uncle Wen.
Shu Pan couldnât help but admonish Wen Chi. âWhy did you buy so much? Youâve made her idolize you.â
âWeâre out for fun, donât be a spoilsport. Joy, letâs dig in!â With those words, Joy started enjoying her fries with gusto, rotating her shiny little eyes.
After Joy had eaten her fill, she noticed a small amusement park inside KFC. It was right next to their table, and she looked at it eagerly. Then she asked Shu Pan, âMom, can I go play for a while?â
âYou can, but be careful, and stay inside. Donât go too far,â Shu Pan patted her head and watched as Joy entered the play area.
âShu Pan, weâve known each other for a few years now, right? What do you think of me?â Wen Chi suddenly asked Shu Pan, taking her by surprise as she sipped her juice. She almost choked on it before swallowing hard, then responded seriously, âYouâre great, your medical skills are superb, and youâre kind to your patients. When we first met, you were so helpful to me.â
Wen Chi looked intently at her and continued, âDonât give me too much credit. Do you think I would be suitable to be your boyfriend?â
Wen Chiâs unexpected confession startled Shu Pan. Although she had mentioned giving him and herself a chance, she hadnât fully considered it yet. Now, faced with Wen Chiâs confession, she didnât know how to react.
âWen Chi, you have a great profession, a good personality, and youâre handsome. You deserve someone better. Look at me, Iâm a divorced woman with a daughterâ¦â Shu Pan spoke candidly to Wen Chi, hoping that his confession wasnât out of pity or a sudden impulse.
âShu Pan, Iâm a man with rational thinking. My profession requires careful consideration, and itâs not just hormones acting up. Let me take care of you, alright?â Wen Chi said seriously. Although he sometimes seemed carefree, he approached serious matters with deep thought.
Looking at his expression, which didnât seem like a joke, Shu Pan finally spoke slowly, âWen Chi, itâs too sudden.. Let me think about it, okay?â