Chapter 524: Unlucky Disciple’s Heartbreak

Chapter 524: Unlucky Disciple’s Heartbreak (Update 2)

A cluster of radiant blossoms sways gently in the soft breeze.

The petals dance like graceful maidens.

Scattered cherry blossoms… Xiao Yu chuckled happily.

Doing the ordinary things well is anything but mundane.

Doing simple things right is anything but trivial.

He promised to take Mu Qingwu to see the evening blossoms—and he delivered.

Strolling through a shower of petals, they relished the calm and quiet moments…

“Eeya eeya.”

The little hand on the stroller seemed to delight in the beautiful petals as it swayed.

Gazing at their own child, the young couple shared a smile.

“You haven’t been home these days; little Mu’s already started crawling.”

Leaning into Xiao Yu’s arms, Mu Qingwu smiled with gentle warmth.

Remember, a baby of five or six months is still oh-so-soft.

Crawling so soon means the baby is developing early.

Every child’s developmental pace is unique.

It varies by person, with individual differences at play.

“That impressive?”

Xiao Yu beamed in delight, “Just like me—geniuses develop this way.”

Mu Qingwu playfully chided, “Haha!”

She could tell Xiao Yu was boasting.

But what did it matter?

He was not only her brother but also her man and the father of their child.

Loving someone—even if he tells you little white lies—is still sweet.

“Now that he’s crawling, it won’t be long before he starts talking. In a while, he should be taking his first steps…”

Xiao Yu squatted down to inspect his little one, admiring that angelic, rosy face, and mused, “Sis, in ten or twenty years, when you meet a girl you fancy, will little Mu say… ‘Big sis, you’re mine today’?'”

“You really think they’ll all be like you?”

Mu Qingwu chuckled in exasperation, “You never learn!”

“That’s slander—I’m doing just fine!”

Xiao Yu stood up, his expression turning serious, “For instance… I took a dump today.”

Mu Qingwu: …

“Don’t ask what kind of dump.”

Xiao Yu grinned mischievously, “Consider it a reminder of how much I miss you, time and time again!”

Mu Qingwu: …

She almost wanted to hit him—what was she to do?

Her eyes twinkling, she smiled coyly, “Kid, can your sis get a kiss?”

“Ah, isn’t that a bit much?”

Casting a mock glance at the nearby onlookers, Xiao Yu said in a deadpan tone, “If that’s what you want, I won’t object.”

“Is that so.”

Mu Qingwu laughed, “Then forget it—no kiss.”

Xiao Yu: …

He was just pretending, after all.

He scooped Mu Qingwu into his arms, her slender waist accentuating her curves, and planted a kiss on her.

Who’s afraid of a little attention? Right?

More than anything, he was asserting his claim.

Along Sakura Avenue, Xiao Yu noticed many onlookers eyeing Mu Qingwu’s beauty.

When you love someone deeply,

you fear that the whole world might fall for her.

Truly!

“So clingy!”

Parting his lips slightly, Mu Qingwu pouted and playfully pinched her annoying little brother’s cheek.

Her gorgeous eyes sparkled with both allure and affection.

“What’s wrong with being clingy?”

Xiao Yu boasted, “If you didn’t call the cops on me, if you hadn’t had the nerve to lock up the most clingy, best, and most handsome little brother in the world who adores you!”

“Haha… shameless!”

Mu Qingwu laughed heartily, burying her face in Xiao Yu’s embrace.

“Who needs face when I’ve got you,” Xiao Yu grinned, showing his teeth.

“Haven’t we never had a quarrel? Wanna try?”

Mu Qingwu blinked, “Aren’t you scared?”

“Well, not really.”

Xiao Yu’s heart pounded as he spoke, “But come on—what couple doesn’t quarrel? Even if we do clash someday, we can just laugh it off. After all, we’re in this for a lifetime.”

“This life is too short.”

Mu Qingwu laughed softly, “I’m so glad I met you—I’m completely satisfied!”

“Satisfaction is key.”

Xiao Yu wrapped his arms around Mu Qingwu, leaned in to kiss her forehead, “We’re two tiny souls in this vast universe, destined to grow old as lovers, right?”

He tiptoed closer, drawing them near.

Allowing his hand to rest gently on her shoulder.

Their dance of love, accompanied by soft exhalations.

An exquisite waltz of love—so sweet…

All around, onlookers watched the couple embrace amid a sea of flowers, some staring openly.

Only the baby in the stroller cooed and babbled away.

It was as if the baby wanted their parents to tidy him up.

Alas.

When true love exists between parents, an unexpected child is bound to happen.

If only the little one could think and speak.

Then perhaps… life wouldn’t seem so worthwhile!

……

After a day with his wife and child, even on a day off, Xiao Yu swung by the Criminal Investigation Team headquarters.

After all, this latest mission for National Security had kept him busy for far too long.

As the ‘Deputy,’ isn’t it a bit much to vanish every now and then?

So he sent out a crate of Special Edition Cigarettes, and everyone basked in the joy.

Xiao Yu again felt as generous as a hammer.

The Chief’s Office.

“Big task, huh?” Zhao Changshan said with a satisfied draw on his Special Edition Cigarettes.

Knowing his little brother’s ‘tracking movements’ and ‘elusiveness,’

he figured that a multi-day run for National Security must have been no small feat.

“A big task indeed.”

Xiao Yu nodded, “Landed two First-Class Merits—plus an extra honorary title, along with a promotion in rank and position.”

Zhao Changshan’s smile froze as he stared blankly for a moment, murmuring, “Second-Level Police Superintendent… a Division Chief?!”

“Mm,” Xiao Yu replied with a reserved smile.

He never showed off in front of the boss.

He just wanted Zhao Changshan to be aware.

“Two First-Class Merits and an honorary title?”

Zhao Changshan managed a rueful smile, “That’s both impressive and terrifying!”

Young folks care only about surface achievements.

Those older understand the deeper causes behind them.

They envy what others have without questioning how they earned it.

To put it bluntly,

each First-Class Merit often means a family member had to pick it up on your behalf.

Two First-Class Merits? And an honorary title?

How many near-death experiences and life-risking moments did it take to earn such accolades?

Some things simply defy envy.

Who knows, if you ever ended up in a situation like Xiao Yu’s,

you might not even be around!

“Go say hello to Lao Zhou.”

Zhao Changshan laughed, “Tonight the headquarters isn’t working overtime. You treat us—let us share in the joy!”

“No problem.”

Xiao Yu smiled, “By the way, your disciple hasn’t caused any trouble lately, right?”

“Your disciple…”

Zhao Changshan’s expression turned odd, “Seems he’s heartbroken—he’s been in a bad state.”

Damn, another heartbreak… Xiao Yu rolled his eyes.

They’re all so hard to manage!