Chapter 105

Chapter 105

Lin Yi looked at Huo Jihan, who still seemed a bit jealous, and tried to hold back his laughter as he gazed at him with lively eyes. "Actually, I like more than just your face."

Huo Jihan clearly paid attention to every word he said. "What else?"

Lin Yi deliberately joked, "I also like your money."

Huo Jihan: "..."

His gaze darkened, and he stared at Lin Yi with a hint of danger.

Lin Yi's eyes curved into a smile. "Hahaha! No, you actually believed me?"

When Lin Yi laughed, his eyes were bright and lively, like peach blossom eyes filled with a shimmering glow, making it hard for anyone to look away. Everything around him seemed to fade in comparison.

Seeing Lin Yi like this, Huo Jihan calmed down momentarily, his gaze fixed on him without moving.

After laughing enough, Lin Yi finally said, "Actually, I like everything about you, all aspects. Is that okay?"

Huo Jihan's mood visibly lifted because of these words.

He moved closer to Lin Yi, as if preparing to kiss him.

Lin Yi quickly raised a hand to stop him. "We're still on the street."

He had no interest in kissing on a foreign street.

Huo Jihan, not getting to kiss him, showed some dissatisfaction but stepped back a little.

At this moment, Li Feng, who had been standing nearby, hurriedly stepped forward and reminded, "Mr. Huo, our partner wants to invite us to dinner."

Though he didn't want to interrupt, he had to speak up.

Huo Jihan had already regained his usual calm demeanor and responded indifferently to Li Feng.

Then he turned to Lin Yi and said, "Let's go together."

Lin Yi raised an eyebrow. "Mianmian and I too?"

He thought it would likely be a business dinner where they might discuss work.

Huo Jihan replied, "No problem, we can all go together."

Since Huo Jihan said so, Lin Yi nodded. "Alright, let's go together then."

Li Feng stood by, observing, realizing that Mr. Huo didn't want to leave Mr. Lin alone again.

After all, they hadn't been gone long before Mr. Lin made two new acquaintances.

Given Mr. Huo's temperament, he certainly didn't want such things happening again.

In the end, Lin Yi and Huo Mianmian went to the restaurant with them.

To show sincerity, their partners had booked the entire top-tier restaurant.

This restaurant was a well-established one, frequented by countless celebrities and nobles.

The interior decor reflected an early 20th-century style, exuding elegance, with oil paintings hanging on the walls and various sculptures displayed.

A band was playing music as well.

People came here not just for the food but for the ambiance.

Soon, a waiter led them to their seats.

Lin Yi, being there just for fun, wasn't too formal and prepared to sit down casually with Huo Mianmian.

At this moment, Huo Jihan pulled his arm and said in a low voice, "Sit with me."

Lin Yi didn't mind and nodded. "Sure."

After all, eating anywhere was the same; it didn't make much difference.

Huo Jihan sat at the main table.

Seeing this, Lin Yi also took a seat next to him with Huo Mianmian.

One of the primary representatives from the partner company sat on the other side of Huo Jihan.

This person was a white businessman whose family was an old capital family, having created immense wealth.

He appeared very gentlemanly and polite, first raising a glass to toast Huo Jihan, and then, to deepen their relationship, asked, "May I ask who those two are?"

Huo Jihan didn't hide anything. "My partner and son."

The white businessman instantly showed an admiring expression. "Your partner is very handsome, and your son is adorable. It's clear you must be very happy."

Though he intended to build a relationship with Huo Jihan, he wasn't lying.

Lin Yi's appearance would always draw compliments wherever he went, as humans universally appreciate beauty.

Of course, the adorable Huo Mianmian could easily win over adults' hearts.

Hearing the partner's words, Huo Jihan turned to look at Lin Yi and Huo Mianmian, his dark eyes showing a hint of tenderness.

After the initial pleasantries, the white businessman began discussing business matters with Huo Jihan.

After all, the Huo Group had global influence, with subsidiaries and holding companies everywhere, making its strength immeasurable.

No one wanted to end their long-term cooperation with the Huo Group.

Some of the people at the main table also began talking to Huo Jihan.

Only Lin Yi and Huo Mianmian were carefree, focusing solely on enjoying their meal.

The dishes at this restaurant were served one by one.

First came the appetizer dessert.

A beautifully presented plate held a small cake.

Lin Yi couldn't quite tell what the dessert was made of.

But who cared? Eating it was all that mattered.

He scooped up a piece of the cake with his spoon and fed it into his mouth.

The sweetness hit him instantly, along with a hint of blueberry.

He enjoyed it so much that he finished the small cake in just two bites.

Lin Yi clicked his tongue, savoring the taste. It was delicious, but too small; he hadn't had enough.

As he was thinking about this, a pastry suddenly appeared in front of him.

Huo Jihan had passed his own portion to him.

Lin Yi turned in surprise to look at Huo Jihan.

Huo Jihan explained, "It's untouched. Go ahead and eat it."

Lin Yi paused for a few seconds before responding, "...Oh."

His real concern wasn't the dessert itself, but how Huo Jihan knew he still wanted more.

After all, Huo Jihan had been talking with the business partner the whole time. Did he somehow notice Lin Yi's desire during those conversations?

Thinking about this, Lin Yi started eating the second portion of cake.

For some reason, this one tasted even better than the first.

Of course, it could be a psychological effect.

With a heart full of sweetness, even the dessert seemed more delicious.

After finishing the appetizer dessert, they were served foie gras and caviar.

Lin Yi picked up his knife and fork, enjoying the meal contentedly.

Since Huo Mianmian was a child, he had a separate children's meal.

At this moment, he was holding a croissant, examining it for a long time without taking a bite.

Lin Yi asked, "Mianmian, why aren't you eating?"

Huo Mianmian held the croissant up to Lin Yi and said, "Dad, this looks like a seashell."

Lin Yi chuckled, "It does look a bit like one, doesn't it?"

Hearing this, Huo Mianmian smiled and said, "Then I'm going to eat this seashell now!"

Lin Yi feigned shock, "Ah, our Mianmian is such a mighty human; the seashells are trembling in fear."

Huo Mianmian laughed happily at his dad's antics and took a big bite of the croissant.

Aaahh~

He's super scary~

After the meal, Lin Yi and the others left the restaurant.

They still had several days here, so they could fully enjoy the foreign scenery.

Half an hour later, Lin Yi and the others arrived at their accommodation for the night.

Their lodging was located in the suburbs.

Away from the city, the beauty of nature gradually unfolded.

Sitting in the car, Lin Yi looked outside, feeling utterly amazed.

It was already snowing season here, and everywhere he looked was a vast expanse of white.

This stretch of road was uninhabited, showcasing pure natural beauty.

In his view lay an endless snowfield, occasionally dotted with bare trees covered in thick layers of snow, resembling snow-laden sculptures.

The phrase "silver-clad world" couldn't have described it better.

Huo Mianmian, nestled in Lin Yi's arms, also gazed with bright eyes at the scene.

At one point, he even saw a few small animals running through the snow, though he couldn't tell if they were foxes or something else.

His eyes widened in amazement, leaving him speechless.

Lin Yi smiled and asked, "Isn't it beautiful?"

Huo Mianmian nodded and then asked, "Dad, was that a fox just now?"

Lin Yi pondered and said, "Probably?"

After all, those little animals had run too fast in the snow, making it impossible to see clearly.

But judging by their appearance, they were most likely foxes.

Huo Mianmian immediately asked, "Why are those little animals still outside in the middle of winter? Aren't they cold?"

Lin Yi smiled and said, "They have a thick layer of fur, which acts as their warm clothing."

Huo Mianmian, still curious, asked, "What if they catch a cold?"

Lin Yi thought for a moment and said, "How about Mianmian becomes a doctor and treats these little animals?"

Huo Mianmian nodded cutely, "Okay."

Lin Yi chuckled and pinched his cheek.

After a while, Lin Yi and the others arrived at their accommodation.

The lodge they chose was a wooden cabin in the forest.

Lin Yi had specifically picked this one because it looked very atmospheric.

Indeed, upon arrival, it was just as he had imagined.

The wooden cabin was nestled among the trees, with a thick layer of snow on its roof due to the snowy weather.

Once they entered and lit a fire, the magical feeling would set in.

Lin Yi admired the wooden cabin for a bit, then turned to ask Huo Jihan's opinion, "Shall we settle here?"

Huo Jihan naturally replied, "Go with your choice."

Lin Yi, quite satisfied, said, "Then it's settled."

Lin Yi led Huo Mianmian up the steps of the small wooden cabin, stomped his feet twice to shake off the snow, then opened the door and went inside.

Huo Jihan followed, carrying their luggage.

Once inside, Lin Yi explored the wooden cabin again.

Though it was a wooden cabin, its insulation was surprisingly good.

After all, the price for a night's stay was quite high, so the basic facilities were top-notch.

The interior of the cabin was cozy, with everything needed, including a fireplace.

At that moment, some red-hot coals were burning in the fireplace, crackling and emitting warmth.

It was the first time Huo Mianmian had seen a fireplace, and he tilted his head to examine it for a long time.

After taking a tour of the cabin, Lin Yi took Huo Mianmian out to play.

As for Huo Jihan, he planned to handle some documents.

Lin Yi led Huo Mianmian out, saying to Huo Jihan as they left, "Mianmian and I are going out for a bit. We'll be back soon."

Huo Jihan nodded, "Go ahead, have fun."

"No problem!"

Lin Yi put on his down jacket's hood and zipped it up to the top, covering his nose and mouth, leaving only his delicate almond eyes visible.

He then squatted down to put a hat on Huo Mianmian and zipped his jacket up to the top, covering his nose and mouth as well.

This ensured they would stay warm.

Prepared, Lin Yi took Huo Mianmian out.

After leaving the wooden cabin, they quickly reached a forest path.

Together, they walked along the forest path, stepping on the snow.

"Crunch~" "Crunch~"

The sensation of walking on snow was fantastic.

With each step, their shoes sank into the snow, making a sound.

Both Lin Yi and Huo Mianmian became addicted to the feeling and deliberately stepped on the thickest parts of the snow, leaving two rows of footprints behind.

Father and son both wore white down jackets and snow boots, looking like a big penguin and a little penguin playing in the snow from behind.

The little penguin waddled, taking deep steps, appearing clumsy.

The bigger one was more agile, even jumping to grab a branch by the roadside, pulling it down hard before letting go.

"Rustle—"

All the accumulated snow on the tree fell down.

The little one, walking with his head down, suddenly felt something heavy falling on his head.

Fortunately, he was wearing a hat, or it would have been worse.

Huo Mianmian, hit by the snow, looked at Lin Yi blankly.

It didn't hurt, but it was a bit shocking.

He said to Lin Yi, "Dad, it seems like there was a hailstorm just now."

Lin Yi, the annoying adult, held back his laughter. "Really? The heavens are quite whimsical, deciding to have a hailstorm without even notifying our little Mianmian."

Huo Mianmian frowned slightly. "Yeah, that's so unfair~"

His sweet, childish voice was utterly adorable.

Lin Yi: "Hahaha!!"

After this little incident, father and son continued walking forward.

In front of them lay an endless expanse of snow-covered land.

In the distance, there were even frozen lakes.

The air in the snowy weather was crisp and biting, with a cool breeze blowing against their bodies.

Father and son, immersed in the beautiful snowy scenery, felt no fatigue as they played and laughed along the way for a long time.

Until they saw a place where they could ride sleds.

The sleds here were uniquely pulled by reindeer.

With such a unique experience, Lin Yi naturally wouldn't miss it.

He immediately took Huo Mianmian to the sled-riding area.

A staff member asked him, "Would you like to try riding the sled?"

Lin Yi nodded. "Yes."

The staff member enthusiastically said, "You can choose a reindeer you like."

At this moment, Huo Mianmian was already so amazed by the reindeer that he couldn't move.

He stood there, small and curious, looking at the astonishing creature in front of him.

The reindeer here had pure white coats and strangely shaped antlers, resembling beautiful elves from fairy tales.

Huo Mianmian stared wide-eyed at these reindeer, not blinking.

After a while, he turned to ask Lin Yi, "Dad, is this the same kind of deer Santa Claus rides?"

Lin Yi smiled. "Yes, it is."

Hearing this, Huo Mianmian looked even more intently at the reindeer.

He even had the urge to keep these beautiful creatures and pleaded with Lin Yi, "Dad, can we keep a reindeer too?"

Lin Yi thought for a moment and said, "The environment where we live might not be suitable for them."

Huo Mianmian, hearing this, felt a bit disappointed. "Okay."

Seeing this, Lin Yi comforted him, "Don't worry. If you like reindeer, we can come see them again next time."

Huo Mianmian brightened up instantly. "Okay."

Next, Lin Yi and Huo Mianmian started experiencing the reindeer sled ride.

Following the staff's instructions, they sat down on the seats of the sled.

In the next second, the reindeer began running.

The reindeer ran quite fast, its long legs moving agilely through the snow, taking them through the beautiful scenery.

Lin Yi couldn't help but cheer out loud.

Huo Mianmian also enjoyed this novel experience, his eyes curving into crescents.

They rode the reindeer sled around several times before heading back to their lodging when they were done playing.

By then, it was already dark, and the woods were pitch black, barely lit enough to see the path.

However, they were not far from their lodging.

Lin Yi carried Huo Mianmian and walked step by step toward their home.

Soon, he saw the warm, brightly lit wooden house ahead.

The lights inside the wooden house shone through the windows and door, illuminating a small area, creating a particularly cozy atmosphere.

On such a snowy winter night, seeing a warm and bright wooden house ahead was indescribable, like finding a home.

Especially since someone dear was standing at the door of that wooden house.

At this moment, Huo Jihan stood at the door, holding his phone, presumably about to call Lin Yi.

Seeing this, Lin Yi quickened his pace and called out, "No need to call, we're back."

Huo Jihan heard the voice and looked over.

Only when he saw Lin Yi and Huo Mianmian safe and sound did his heart settle. "Why did you return so late?"

Lin Yi blinked. "Didn't you say to have fun? We had a lot of fun, so we came back a bit later."

It sounded quite logical.

Huo Jihan: "..."

Forget it; I can't bear to blame Lin Yi anyway.

Now that they were back at their residence, Lin Yi wasn't in a hurry anymore and took Huo Mianmian out to play in the snow by the door.

Snow was something that never got old, no matter how much you played with it.

The warm light from inside the house spilled out.

Lin Yi and Huo Mianmian played happily in the snow under that glow.

Huo Jihan didn’t rush to go inside but stood at the door, watching Lin Yi and the little one.

At this moment, the older one suddenly got mischievous and said to the younger one, "Mianmian, throw some snow at your dad."

Huo Mianmian, now fully engrossed in the fun, immediately followed Lin Yi's words, scooped up a handful of snow, and threw it at Huo Jihan standing by the door.

Instantly, the snowflakes fell onto Huo Jihan.

Huo Jihan raised his hand to block it, looking somewhat helpless, but there was a hint of amusement in his eyes.

Seeing this, Lin Yi burst into laughter and then scooped up some snow himself to throw over.

The snowflakes once again fell onto Huo Jihan.

Huo Jihan sighed but couldn't bring himself to say anything harsh, allowing the two to continue their playful antics.

Laughter and joy echoed around the clearing near the cabin for a long time.

Lin Yi and Huo Mianmian had a blast playing together.

Huo Jihan remained at the door, watching them on the open ground.

This scene exuded a warm and tender atmosphere.

They played until past seven o'clock, after which Lin Yi finally thought about checking the kitchen to see if there was any food.

So he stopped playing and wandered into the kitchen.

Huo Jihan followed him inside.

Huo Mianmian, however, stayed outside.

He planned to make a small snowman.

Squatting in the snow pile, he carefully shaped the snowman's head first, then its body...

Finally, a cute little snowman was completed.

Huo Mianmian was thrilled with his creation.

Then he ran into the house with it.

After entering the house, Huo Mianmian looked around and decided to place the snowman in a corner.

Worried that the snowman might be cold, he found a towel to cover it.

At this moment, Lin Yi called out, "Mianmian, dinner is ready."

Huo Mianmian quickly told the snowman, "I'm going to have dinner now. I'll come back to play with you later."

With that, he rushed toward the kitchen.

Lin Yi had prepared spaghetti for dinner.

In reality, there wasn't much preparation needed since the staff had already placed semi-prepared ingredients in the refrigerator.

All Lin Yi had to do was take them out, put them in the microwave, and heat them up.

Lin Yi was plating the spaghetti.

Huo Jihan leaned against the door frame, quietly watching him.

Until Huo Mianmian also entered the kitchen.

Huo Jihan glanced down at his son.

Only then did he notice that Huo Mianmian’s down jacket was damp from playing in the snow for too long, and his little hands were red, though his eyes still sparkled like black gemstones, blinking innocently.

Huo Jihan squatted down, held Huo Mianmian's cold little hands, and asked, "Are you cold?"

Huo Mianmian, feeling the warmth of his father's large hands, nodded slightly, "A bit cold."

Huo Jihan warmed his hands for a while before leading him to the fireplace in the main room: "Warm up here, but don't get too close."

Huo Mianmian obediently nodded, "Okay."

Fortunately, the temperature inside the wooden cabin was quite high, and soon Huo Mianmian felt dry and warm all over.

Seeing this, Huo Jihan brought him back to the kitchen.

By then, Lin Yi had already plated the spaghetti.

There were three servings, each with a fork.

He then took out three bottles of drinks.

Although the meal was simple, the family of three enjoyed it happily around the table.

Later that night, it was time for bed.

Lin Yi washed up and then took Huo Mianmian to bed.

Huo Mianmian remembered that during a trip, his father always separated him from Xiaoba, so he sat in the bed, looking at Huo Jihan vigilantly: "Dad, are you going to sleep with us tonight?"

If his dad also slept with them, he wouldn't take Xiaoba away.

Lin Yi found Huo Mianmian's words amusing and looked up at Huo Jihan as well.

Who could blame this person for making those little moves before? Now his son kept it in mind, didn't he?

Under the watchful eyes of the big and small pair, Huo Jihan said, "Yes, I'll sleep with you."

Hearing this, Huo Mianmian finally felt relieved.

He obediently lay down in bed, snuggling close to Lin Yi.

Huo Jihan went to wash up and then came out.

He got into bed on the other side of Lin Yi.

After the lights were turned off, the bedroom became dark, with only faint snowlight seeping in.

Huo Mianmian fell asleep quickly, breathing softly.

Lin Yi was sleeping soundly too, gradually drifting off.

But just then, he suddenly felt Huo Jihan move closer and put an arm around his waist.

Lin Yi instantly became more alert.

Huo Jihan, somehow, managed to pinpoint his position in the darkness and leaned over to kiss him.

Lin Yi had no time to react and could only endure Huo Jihan's kiss in the dark.

Huo Jihan pried open his lips and delved deeper, tangling their tongues together.

The sounds of their intimate kiss echoed in the silent, dark night, causing one's heart to race.

Lin Yi's breathing became disoriented almost immediately.

Instinctively, he reached out and hugged Huo Jihan's strong waist.

Through the thin fabric of the pajamas, he could clearly feel Huo Jihan's defined muscles, each inch sending a powerful sensation.

At this moment, Huo Jihan kissed him even deeper, and one hand began to unbutton his pajamas.

Lin Yi regained some clarity and pushed him away slightly, whispering, "Mianmian is still here."

Huo Jihan: "..."

He was forced to stop, remaining silent for a long while before saying hoarsely, "I can carry him away."

Lin Yi chuckled, "Little Mianmian already has a grudge against you. Try carrying him away again?"

Huo Jihan: "..."

He took a deep breath and moved away from Lin Yi.

Silence filled the bedroom for a moment.

Feeling a bit uncomfortable, Lin Yi suggested, "Why don't you take a cold shower?"

Though taking a cold shower in this weather seemed inappropriate.

Huo Jihan spoke in a low, husky voice, "It's fine."

He extended his hand toward Lin Yi, "If we can't do anything, can I hold you while we sleep?"

Lin Yi smiled and nestled into his arms.

Huo Jihan wrapped his arms around him tightly.

A beautiful winter night passed by like this.

Huo Jihan was the first to wake up, at around seven in the morning.

After all, he wasn't one to sleep in.

After getting up, he dressed and kissed Lin Yi's forehead before heading off to work.

Lin Yi slept soundly, oblivious to everything.

Huo Mianmian was the second to wake up.

Upon waking, he found himself still next to Xiaoba, feeling very happy.

He played happily in bed for a while, then remembered something and got up, wearing slippers, and went outside.

He wanted to say "good morning" to his snowman friend.

However, when Huo Mianmian came out and went to the corner, he didn't see his snowman there.

There was only a small puddle of water on the ground and the towel he had covered the snowman with.

Huo Mianmian stared at the scene, stunned.

Wah, where was his snowman?

Did it grow legs and run away?