Chapter 95 Why Is He Here?

Chapter 95: Why Is He Here?

After a brief exchange of greetings, everyone was acquainted.

They walked together into the living room.

When the question of room assignments came up, Lin Fengzhe said, "The director mentioned we'd assign rooms once everyone has arrived."

Gu Jinghe popped a grape into Lin Fengzhe's mouth, saying, "It's really sweet, try it. They said we'd have to play a little game to decide the rooms—who knows what new tricks they've got up their sleeves this time."

Wen Yuchen nodded, clearly sharing the sentiment.

Soon, the other guests began to arrive.

The next to appear was Xiao Moli's family.

Xiao Moli was carried in by Jiang Xingqi and, after settling down, remained nestled snugly in Jiang Xingqi's arms.

Su Yuecheng smiled and gently stroked Xiao Moli's cheek.

Jiang Xingqi tucked her hair behind her ear, subtly exchanging a glance with Lu Chenghe before both quickly averted their eyes.

After all, they both knew exactly why Pan Jing had invited the other parent for this family reunion.

Jiang Xingqi's arrival caused another surge of excitement in the live comments—she was the second female Alpha, following Meng Feihang.

[So cool, such a charismatic woman!]

[Charismatic or not, she's not yours.]

[Looking at it this way, she actually pairs quite well with our Chengcheng.]

Soon after, Meng Feihang arrived with Xiao Shiliu.

Meng Feihang's partner, Meng Qingmo, was seven months pregnant and unable to attend.

Originally, Meng Feihang had decided to skip the show to stay home and care for Meng Qingmo.

However, Xiao Shiliu was at a particularly energetic age.

Even though at home, Xiao Shiliu was very gentle and careful with her movements because her dad was pregnant, she still got quite boisterous when she got too excited while playing.

Moreover, with only two or three months left until the birth, Meng Qingmo didn't have the energy to keep up with Xiao Shiliu.

He was also worried that if Meng Feihang stayed home with him the whole time, Xiao Shiliu might feel neglected or think she was being sidelined because of the new sibling.

So, Meng Qingmo firmly insisted that Meng Feihang take Xiao Shiliu to the show, while he himself would be looked after by older family members.

Accompanying Meng Feihang was his younger sister, Meng Feiye.

She was a sweet and well-behaved Omega, though she seemed a bit reserved and rarely smiled.

Meng Feiye was not a celebrity, unlike her sister who shone brightly in the entertainment industry. She was currently a sophomore in college, studying chemistry, and often busy with her studies.

Xiao Shiliu adored her aunt—whenever her aunt took her out, she got everything she wanted and could completely let loose.

Sometimes, her aunt's boyfriend would join them, doubling Xiao Shiliu's happiness.

The last to arrive was Tang Zhixiao.

It was obvious to everyone that Tang Zhixiao's face was as dark as a storm cloud.

Xi Xi, who followed him, was also very unhappy, radiating an explosive energy.

Xi Xi complained quietly to Tang Zhixiao, "Little Uncle, didn't you say my dad would be here?"

Tang Zhixiao whispered, "Your dad still has some things to finish up."

Xi Xi glared at the man behind Tang Zhixiao and said, "Then why is *he* here?"

Tang Zhixiao replied, "Because he's shameless. When your dad gets here, he'll beat him up."

Xi Xi: "Sounds good to me."

As soon as he saw the camera, Tang Yuexi flashed a bright smile and greeted warmly, "Hello, everyone, I'm Tang Yuexi. I'm very happy to join you all on this variety show."

Xi Xi couldn't help but mutter, "What are you so proud of? When my other dad gets here, you'd better leave quickly!"

Tang Yuexi's expression stiffened, but he quickly recovered, smiling generously, "It's because your other dad is so busy that Uncle came to keep you company."

Tang Zhixiao said coldly, "His dad will be done soon."

Xi Xi gave no quarter: "Pfft, my dad only has one younger brother—you're not my uncle."

Immediately, a flood of Tang Yuexi's fans rushed into the comments, lashing out at Xi Xi.

[What a brat, absolutely no manners.]

[Exactly, Little Moon is his uncle—doesn't he know how to respect elders?]

[Annoying kid, such an annoying child.]

[Trash kid, no wonder Tang Zhixiao doesn't like him either.]

Compared to the newly arrived Xi Xi, the other kids were many people's darlings.

Besides, Tang Zhixiao was Xi Xi's real uncle. Comments like "doesn't like him either" infuriated Tang Zhixiao's fans.

[That's utter nonsense! Our Xiao Xiao loves his little nephew very much.]

[Calling our Xixi a brat? Look at your own idol's pathetic behavior.]

[Hahaha, probably the type who hogs the spotlight on red carpets, lingering for ten minutes.]

[I'm so done, why does this leech Tang Yuexi always follow Xiao Xiao around? So annoying.]

[Exactly, just get lost already.]

[Please, Tang Zhixiao only invited Little Moon because he didn't have a companion.]

[Moon your ass, don't insult the moon.]

[They already said Xixi's dad is coming later—your idol isn't needed at all. Yet he still tags along—what a leech.]

[That's just how leeches are—they'll cling to any bit of Tang Zhixiao's fame.]

The barrage was filled with heated arguments, but the people in the room couldn't see them.

Wen Yuchen looked at that familiar face and felt a headache coming on. He asked Tang Zhixiao impatiently in a low voice, "Why did he follow you here? I thought you two didn't get along."

Tang Zhixiao also looked annoyed. "He's shameless."

Wen Yuchen understood. If even Tang Zhixiao was cursing, it showed just how much Tang Zhixiao disliked him.

An awkward atmosphere filled the living room.

Tang Yuexi, however, seemed completely unaware. He glanced around, spotted Lu Chenghe, and his eyes lit up. He immediately took a seat next to Lu Chenghe.

"Chenghe-ge, you're on this show too? Long time no see!"

He acted as if he and Lu Chenghe were old friends, drawing everyone's attention toward them. The barrage was also full of eager commentators.

[Ooh, looks like Tang Yuexi and Lu Chenghe are old acquaintances!]

[Wow, an Alpha and an Omega, old friends... this smells like drama.]

[If they don't explain this, I'm gonna start spreading rumors.]

[If you dare spread rumors, you'll end up with only one chopstick to eat with during New Year's dinner.]

As soon as Tang Yuexi finished speaking,

Lu Chenghe was completely confused. He asked blankly, "Who are you? Have we met?"

Tang Yuexi froze, looking disbelieving, then murmured sadly, "Chenghe-ge, you don't remember me? We met at a banquet before."

Hearing this, Lu Chenghe finally understood. He couldn't help but let out a scoff. "There were plenty of people at that banquet. Who'd bother remembering some nobody?"

Then, he glanced at Tang Yuexi and added, "You—I really don't remember what you look like. But your identity... pretty much everyone knows about that, right?"

After saying this, Lu Chenghe picked up Zheng Zheng and moved over to sit on the other side of Wen Yuchen.

Identity? What identity?

Everyone's gaze shifted back to Tang Yuexi.

By now, Tang Yuexi had lost all his earlier confidence. After hearing Lu Chenghe's words, he stiffened, cold sweat forming on his forehead.

The others didn't know what to say, so they pretended to busy themselves with eating or drinking water.

As for Lu Chenghe and Wen Yuchen, Wen Yuchen didn't even bother to glance in Tang Yuexi's direction.

Zheng Zheng found the grapes too sour, so Lu Chenghe peeled them for him one by one—one for Wen Yuchen, one for Zheng Zheng. The two of them were in great spirits, completely unaffected.

At this tense moment, Xi Xi couldn't hold back. He swallowed the grape he got from Zheng Zheng and said to Tang Yuexi, "If only you used this acting talent on stage."

Tang Zhixiao gave a warning pat to Xi Xi's butt. Xi Xi shut his mouth and continued asking Zheng Zheng for grapes.

Tang Yuexi trembled as he stood up, biting his lip, raising his eyes, and going through a series of small gestures before saying, "I—I'm going to use the restroom."

"If you're not feeling well, you can leave and see a doctor yourself," muttered Xi Xi.

[Is he trying to make a move on Wen Yuchen's husband?]

[Looks like it, but he failed.]

[Our Little Yue would never! You're all bullying him! I'll hate your favorites for life!]

[Here's Xi Xi's blunt assessment: 'You're sick.']

[Lu Chenghe's blunt assessment: 'Useless.']