AMTWPICL Chapter 29

Tuantuan quickly run to Song Linchu’s front, looking up at him with a face that almost had two little red hearts popping out of his eyes.

Song Linchu couldn’t help but pinch Tuantuan’s round chubby cheeks and said, “Aren’t you afraid that your uncle will hear?”

As soon as Tuantuan heard the two words “Tan Yue,” he trembled reflexively and instinctively looked towards the door. When he didn’t see that big demon king appear, he relaxed.

“Under the peony flowers, one should die as a ghost… um,” Tuantuan paused for a moment, then quickly remembered, “but dying as a ghost is still romantic!”

This caused not only Song Linchu to laugh, but also everyone in the dressing room.

Humans are just that interesting. If Tuantuan were an adult, everyone would think he was a greasy and obscene man. However, since he was a child, everyone was charmed by this cute little guy who appeared out of nowhere.

The stylist was amused and asked, “Little friend, where did you learn that from?”

Tuantuan puffed out his chest and said proudly, “I didn’t learn it, I just know. Wife, am I smart?”

“Very smart, you are the smartest child I have ever seen.”

Tuantuan was extremely happy to be praised by the handsome big brother. Song Linchu was sitting on the makeup chair, and Tuantuan squeezed into his arms, grabbing his hand.

“Wife, you are also the most handsome boy I have ever seen, especially today. My love for you is unstoppable.”

“What about me?” A cold voice followed his words.

Someone pushed open the door to the dressing room, and Tan Yue, who was also wearing formal attire, walked in. He was like an automatic cooling machine, and the temperature of the entire dressing room dropped by 10 degrees when he entered.

This man was notoriously difficult to get along with. Although most people have never talked to him directly, they are all in the same circle, and they have heard of some of the means he has used. The oppressive feeling emanating from him and the aura unique to those in power made them feel pressured.

The people who were laughing while watching the cute little Tuantuan quickly scattered, pretending to be busy whether they had something to do or not.

And Tuantuan… the Tuantuan who said “under the peony flowers, one should die as a ghost, but dying as a ghost is still romantic” quickly let go of Song Linchu’s hand, withdrew from his embrace, and retreated to the side with a pale face, looking like he was caught cheating.

Song Linchu was about to die laughing.

Tan Yue noticed that Song Linchu’s gaze was only on Tuantuan and not on him, and the black clouds on his face became denser. He looked towards Tuantuan and said, “Huh?”

Tuantuan: “…”

Tuantuan’s body trembled, and he looked to Song Linchu for help with his small eyes.

Song Linchu didn’t disappoint Tuantuan and said, “Gege, why are you still fussing about like a child?”

Tan Yue said coldly, “Why didn’t you think he was a child when he called you ‘wife’?”

What’s wrong with calling out wife? You don’t call him that anyway! Stingy! So fierce and so bad, not at all worthy of his handsome big brother!

Of course, Tuantuan could only silently curse in his heart. He wouldn’t dare say such words even if he had ten times the courage, or he would definitely die on the spot.

Tuantuan looked pitifully at Song Linchu and his eyes were QAQ and SOS. Song Linchu felt like he was witnessing a scene of a pampering mother and a strict father teaching their child.

Although the child wanted to become his husband.

He smiled and tugged at Tan Yue’s sleeve. “Okay, you’re scaring the child.”

Song Linchu noticed that Tan Yue seemed to be unable to resist his tugging motion. Every time he did it, the cold-hearted man would soften.

Sure enough, Tan Yue’s face, which was originally indifferent, softened a lot because of his small gesture. He looked at Tuantuan and said, “Your great-grandfather and the others are looking for you. Why don’t you go?”

Tuantuan reluctantly looked at Song Linchu and felt like he was Xu Xian from the story, and his handsome big brrother was Bai Niangzi, while his uncle was the wicked Fahai, who always tried to break them apart.

As he watched Tuantuan leave unwillingly, Song Linchu asked, “Is it okay to let him go alone?”

Tan Yue replied, “A disaster can last a thousand years.”

Song Linchu: “…”

What kind of language is that!

Song Linchu was glad they didn’t have children, otherwise, Tan Yue would have no requirements other than keeping them alive.

Tan Yue looked down at him and quietly evaluated the young man who had become even more stunning under the styling, and asked in a low voice, “Are you ready?”

“Yeah, just got done. Gege, do you think I’m handsome?” Song Linchu winked at Tan Yue.

Tan Yue paused for a moment. The milky voice saying “Wife, you are the most beautiful boy I have ever seen…” still echoed in his ears. He swallowed the “not bad” that was about to slip out and nodded, “Very handsome.”

Song Linchu almost exclaimed, “What the fuck!” This dog man didn’t spit out choking words. It was weird.

It must be his handsome appearance that conquered the cold heart of this dog of a man!

Tan Yue’s ‘very handsome’ was more touching than Tuantuan’s long and colorful words of flattery, and Song Linchu’s face lit up with a smile.

He looked at Tan Yue and thought of exchanging some flattery with each other. However, he noticed that Tan Yue’s suit seemed to be a matching set with his own, only the colors were different. Both of their shirts matched the color of the other’s jacket, making it obvious that they were wearing a couples outfit.

So, when Tan Yue mentioned “last time’s set”, he was actually referring to his own outfit.

Damn…

If only he could use the same level of emotional intelligence he showed in displaying affection to dealing with his own love life, they would have had three children by now.

Tan Yue also needed some styling. When the stylist worked on Song Linchu’s hair, he was relaxed and happy, and even joked with him to ask for his opinion. But when it was Tan Yue’s turn, he had a serious expression and moved carefully. If someone didn’t know any better, they would think he was restoring antiques in the dressing room.

Song Linchu took out his phone, and gradually received some birthday wishes from his friends, mostly from his high school classmates.

As his birthday falls on January 23rd, which is an unremarkable time, and his university had an early break, all of his birthdays have been during the holidays. In addition, he was low-key and poor, so only a few people in his dormitory know about his birthday, not even Tan Mingqing was aware of it.

Therefore, he probably never imagined that he would see him today.

“Wow, this place is so beautiful! No wonder it’s the most beautiful hotel in Haikou City. It’s like a resort.”

With his phone in hand, Su Zhan filmed a video while speaking.

Tan Mingqing’s uncle had chosen a super five-star hotel for his partner’s birthday, which was also the best hotel in Haikou City with lush gardens and surrounded by a lake. Even in the harsh winter, it was still brightly colored. Su Zhan took several videos and shared them on his WeChat Moments.

“Let’s choose this hotel for our wedding in the future. If nothing else, just the grandeur alone is worth it.”

“…”

“Hey, are you even listening to me?”

Su Zhan noticed that Tan Mingqing was not paying attention to him and elbowed him, asking unhappily, “What’s wrong with you today? Why are you daydreaming all the time?”

Tan Mingqing snapped out of his reverie. Ever since he left home this morning, his eyelid had been twitching, and he felt that something was not right, but he couldn’t figure out what it was.

“I’m worried about my uncle,” Tan Mingqing said casually.

His uncle’s condition had worsened two days ago, and he had been hospitalized. Although there was no danger to his life, he still needed to stay in the hospital for some time to receive treatment, so he couldn’t come today.

“Oh…” Su Zhan didn’t say anything about his uncle. He took another video and said, “This hotel doesn’t seem to have many guests, is business bad?”

“I think my uncle booked the entire place,” Tan Mingqing replied.

“Booked the entire place!” Su Zhan widened his eyes in disbelief. “It must cost a lot of money to book such a hotel. His partner is so lucky. I’m so jealous.”

“Who isn’t jealous?” Tan Mingqing replied.

Who wouldn’t be envious? His uncle, who is both cold and proud, is so fond of his partner that he organized a birthday banquet on such a grand scale and invited so many people to attend. It’s clear that he is extremely spoiled, and it must be due to the good karma he accumulated over several lifetimes.

Everyone was envious.

They lingered outside for a while, and when they saw that the banquet was about to begin and guests were arriving one after another, they went inside.

This birthday banquet was also held in the form of a cocktail party. Ever since Tan Yue became the patriarch of the family, he rarely held such large-scale banquets, and he did not attend them either. There was no way for anyone to flatter him.

Therefore, when he suddenly announced that he would host a birthday banquet for his partner, everyone came regardless of whether they were far away, busy or not. Unless they were like Uncle Tan Mingqing, who was too sick to come, anyone who received the invitation would come.

The banquet was lively, and many people whispered to each other when they noticed that Tan Yue was not present, trying to find out who this mysterious “partner” was.

They guessed and guessed, almost investigating all the young ladies and gentlemen from the Haikou high society, but none of them seemed to fit the bill.

Amid their speculations, the emcee stepped on stage and delivered a bunch of welcome speeches. She was wearing a cheongsam, holding a microphone and wearing high heels.

Then, to the anticipation of the guests, she smiled and said, “Next, please welcome the host of this banquet, Mr. Tan Yue, and his lover, who is also our birthday star, Mr. Song Linchu.”

Tan Mingqing and Su Zhan stood among a group of well-dressed guests. When they heard the host utter that name, their hands, which were supposed to clap, froze in mid-air.

Song who?

The two looked at each other in confusion.

“Don’t worry, it’s definitely not him,” Su Zhan mouthed to comfort Tan Mingqing.

How could it be Song Linchu? Just based on his family background, he would not even stand a chance.

For a high-class gentleman like Tan Yue, he must have also looked for a partner from a prestigious family. It may not necessarily be a requirement, but he surely required a certain standard.

Tan Mingqing did not pay attention to what Su Zhan had said. He was struck by lightning and stood there dumbfounded.

Because it matched.

Last time, when Tan Yue said he was going to see his boyfriend’s performance, Song Linchu participated in their school’s singing competition that day. Although Tan Mingqing did not know exactly when Song Linchu’s birthday was, he had a vague idea that it was during their winter vacation.

Also, Tan Yue, who never cared about him, suddenly put restrictions on his pocket money. If it was related to Song Linchu, then it all made sense…

Amidst the applause, Tan Yue and Song Linchu walked hand in hand into the venue.

All eyes were on Song Linchu at once.

He was wearing a light blue suit today, which looked handsome and refreshing. He had a youthful and energetic aura without looking too juvenile. It was unclear whether his clothes or his natural grace made him look more upscale, but his appearance was no less elegant and refined than the young masters who grew up in the Haikou aristocratic circle. If anything, he looked more noble and awe-inspiring.

He looked so attractive and as he stood beside Tan Yue, two words popped up in everyone’s mind: reasonable and justified.

Only Tan Mingqing and Su Zhan, froze on the spot, with faces full of disbelief.

Especially Tan Mingqing, he never thought that his ex-boyfriend would end up with his most dreaded uncle, and become his elder.

So, does that mean he has to call him… Uncle?

At this moment, Su Zhan finally understood how murderous Song Linchu’s words “if you try harder, you might have a chance to call me uncle” were.

Whether he can be with Tan Mingqing or not, it depends on his ability to hold onto him. But him marrying Tan Yue is already a foregone conclusion.

He always saw Song Linchu as a competitor, and took pride in snatching away his wealthy boyfriend. Every time Tan Mingqing gave him some valuable gift, he had to show off in front of Song Linchu and belittle him.

Looking back now, he must have been nothing more than a clown in Song Linchu’s eyes.

He was not worth mentioning in front of Tan Mingqing’s wealthy and influential uncle, he could probably buy Song Linchu something that even Tan Mingqing could not afford.

At this moment, Su Zhan felt ashamed and wanted to find a hole to hide in. He even felt that Song Linchu’s gaze from the stage was full of mockery.

Of course, Song Linchu didn’t even glance at him.

As they descended from the stage, Tan Yue and Song Linchu were surrounded by a crowd of people. Tan Yue didn’t often get the chance to be surrounded like this, and no one wanted to waste it.

Although Tan Yue wasn’t keen on socializing, there were some elders from the Tan family among the guests today, some of whom had white hair. While Tan Yue was cold, he still showed respect for the elderly and young, and did not leave with a cold face.

This was the first time Song Linchu had attended such an occasion, and even though Tan Yue would handle everything, Song Linchu’s smile was a bit stiff. He found an excuse to go to the restroom and ran out.

Before the banquet began, Tuantuan secretly messaged him and told him to find a chance to go to Room 3, where he had prepared a gift for him.

Song Linchu had promised the little boy and had to keep his word.

Although this felt a bit like cheating.

When Song Linchu reached Room 3, Tuantuan was already there.

“Big brother! You finally got away from that old pervert. Wah, you’ve worked hard.”

Song Linchu: “…”

What old pervert? He didn’t want to get scolded if he was overheard.

Song Linchu felt that this bold and daring little coward was really interesting and said with a smile, “I can’t be away too long, what gift did you prepare for big brother?”

As soon as Tuantuan heard this, he immediately picked up a small bag from the nearby sofa and said, “Here, happy birthday, big brother!”

“Thank you,” Song Linchu took it and rubbed his furry head, “Tuantuan is really good.”

Tuantuan blinked his eyes, “Then, big brother, do you want to kiss me as a reward?”

Song Linchu: “…”

Why hasn’t he given up yet?

Tuantuan was just a four-year-old child, so it wasn’t a big deal to kiss him once. Song Linchu smiled and said, “Okay.”

Tuantuan immediately got excited and jumped up and down in place a few times, then pouted and asked Song Linchu for a kiss.

“…” Wasn’t it supposed to be a kiss on the cheek?

This little guy was quite smooth!

Song Linchu pinched the chubby face, and was about to say that he could only kiss his cheeks when the door of the lounge was knocked a few times.

Tuantuan, who was feeling guilty, thought it was his uncle and backed away in fright, looking like he had been caught in the act.

Song Linchu walked over to open the door, only to find Tan Mingqing standing outside.

The smile on Song Linchu’s face disappeared as he tried to close the door, but was stopped by Tan Mingqing.

Song Linchu tried a few times but couldn’t close it. He asked coldly, “What’s the matter?”

“Linchu, I want to talk to you,” Tan Mingqing said.

“Not interested. Leave.” Song Linchu replied.

“Also, use my surname when addressing me. We are not that close.”

Tan Mingqing paused for a moment and then smiled wryly, “You’ve changed a lot.”

Song Linchu rolled his eyes.

“You’re with my little uncle to get revenge on me, aren’t you?”

‘So what, come and beat me,’ Song Linchu said in his heart. ‘ I won’t just take revenge on you. I will also seduce Tan Yue and take away your inheritance rights, driving you crazy!’

“Don’t blame me for not warning you. My little uncle is not someone you can mess with. Even though he’s treating you kindly now, if he finds out your true intentions, he will turn on you faster than turning the pages of a book. He hates it when people use him. Don’t go against him and die without knowing how.”

Tuantuan, who had thought it was Tan Yue at the door, was scared out of his wits. However, when he saw that it was Tan Mingqing, he immediately sprang back to life.

He rushed over and stood between Song Linchu and Tan Mingqing, saying aggressively, “Threatening my wife, are you looking to die?”

Tan Mingqing: “…”

‘Who is this little brat? Calling Linchu his wife?’ Tan Mingqing’s mouth twitched.

He wasn’t afraid of such a small child. He looked at Song Linchu and asked, “Do you still like me?”

Song Linchu: ???

You’re so ordinary, yet so confident.

Tuantuan was so angry that he pushed Tan Mingqing, saying, “My wife doesn’t like you. You’re an ugly freak who couldn’t even compare to him even if there were ten of you!”

Tan Mingqing didn’t move, his eyes fixed on Song Linchu. “Is it because we look alike that you chose him to be my stand-in?” he asked.

Song Linchu: … ???

Song Linchu was completely dumbfounded.

What the hell was Tan Mingqing talking about, a stand-in?

Your imagination is better suited to writing novels than making such a loss for millions of viewers!

And where was the green tea bitch?

“You’re overthinking it,” said Song Linchu coldly.

“See, you’re overthinking it!” Tuantuan chimed in. “You don’t deserve him! It’s me he likes!”

“I know you’re probably blaming me, but my little uncle is not someone you can mess with. Don’t make a scene. I’ll take you to talk to him and I’ll handle the situation for you,” Tan Mingqing said. “Don’t worry, I’ll take the heat for you.”

Song Linchu remained silent and looked at what was behind him.

Tan Mingqing realized something and turned around abruptly, only to see Tan Yue walking over with a cold expression.

“What’s going on here? It’s quite lively.” he raised his eyebrows and spoke in a frigid tone.

Tan Mingqing: “…”

Tuantuan: “…”

It was really quite lively.