11. Lucian Xie.
In the Zhan's headquarter lobby.
Casey
*looks around in amazement*
Casey
This is Dad's workplace?
Casey
*stops in his tracks*
Casey
Will it be rude for us to visit Dad?
Casey
His boss might be bothered.
Hans
*laugh and holds his stomach*
Hans
Sorry, that was too funny.
Hans was about to explain when someone called him from behind.
Casey
*hides behind Hans and peek*
Lucian Xie
Uncle. *correct Hans*
Hans
Vice Chairman. *stubborn*
Lucian Xie
*chuckle* My nephew is still stubborn.
Lucian Xie
But, how rare to see you here. *amused*
Hans
I come here from time to time.
Lucian Xie
Your "from time to time" is like few times a year.
Lucian Xie
As the Chairman's successor, you should cut some slack.
Hans
*rubs his own forehead* Mind your own business.
Casey
(Chairman? Successor?) *dizzy from the sudden info*
Casey
*grips Hans sleeves tighter in anxiousness*
Casey
Brother, can we go now? *whispers*
Lucian Xie
*notice Casey's presence*
Lucian Xie
*moves closer to look*
Lucian Xie
Who? Another mistress?
Casey
*burries his head in Hans' chest to hide*
Hans
*hugs Casey and pats his back in comfort*
Lucian Xie
*surprised at Hans' actions*
Lucian Xie
My little Lian would get jealous if he sees this.
Casey
(Who are they talking about?)
Lucian Xie
So protective? Is he a beauty?
Casey
*looks at Lucian unconsciously*
Lucian Xie
*abruptly sweep Casey's long bangs away*
Casey
*shut his eyes in fright*
Hans
Tsk. *slaps Lucian's hand away*
Lucian Xie
Who is he? *shaken*
Hans
*sigh* My little brother.
Lucian Xie
Nonesense. You're an only child.
Lucian Xie
*pause* Henry adopted this kid?
Lucian Xie
Aren't I enough? *mutters*
Hans unintentionally heard Lucian's whisper due to his sharp ears.
Hans
Anyway. This doesn't concern you… Uncle.
Hans emphasized "Uncle" with cold disdain, a reminder that he was merely his mother's brother, an outsider.
Lucian's jaw tightened, but he forced a smile.
Lucian Xie
Is that any way to speak to family? *chuckle*
Hans
I finally called you Uncle like you wanted, and you're still bothered? *mocks*
Lucian's smile faltered, cracks finally showing through his facade.
Lucian Xie
*shifts the topic* What's your name, kid?
Lucian Xie
I'm Lucian Xie.
Lucian regained his composure and turned toward Casey.
Lucian Xie
(Zhan? A mere substitute dares.) *displeased*
Lucian Xie
*hides emotion* How old?
Lucian Xie
19 years younger than me, huh?
Lucian Xie
I feel so old. *self-pity*
Casey couldn't help but laugh at the situation.
At the sound, both Hans and Lucian turned to look his way.
Hans
*pinch Casey's left cheek*
Lucian Xie
You have a better relationship that I thought.
Lucian Xie
Lian will definitely–
Casey
Brother, that's rude.
Hans
It's his fault. He kept bringing up Julian and made Brother feel bad. *acts pitiful*
Casey
(Right. And who is Julian anyway? Brother is clearly mine...)
Casey
Mister, stop bullying my brother.
Lucian Xie
*looks at the culprit*
Casey
*steps forward to shield Hans*
Hans
*smiles at Casey's action*
Lucian smiled and raised his hand in surrender.
Lucian Xie
You're on the way to see Henry right?
Lucian Xie
Let's go together.
Hans walked toward the private elevator, holding Casey's hand, completely ignoring Lucian's presence.
Lucian Xie
*shrugs then follows*
Suddenly, Casey rushed over and hugged Henry tightly.
Henry
It hasn't been long.
Henry
Mm. *awkwardly hugs back*
Henry
*glance at the door*
Lucian Xie
We have a meeting, right?
Lucian Xie
What's the big deal? Let's just talk now.
Hans
It's family time. *spites Lucian*
Lucian Xie
I'm a relative too. No need to be shy. *shameless*
Casey
H-He's right, Dad. Let him stay?
Lucian Xie
*stunned* (He gave in with just one word from that kid?)
Lucian Xie
*stares at Casey with hidden malice*
Henry
So, how was your trip?
Casey
Good! I had fun with brother.
Casey
Too bad you couldn't join us, Dad. *sad*
Henry
Next time. *pats Casey's head*
Henry
*rubs Casey's hair* You didn't cut your hair?
Henry
Then let's get it cut together next time we go out.
Casey
Really? *eyes sparkle*
Casey
*kiss Henry on the cheek* Thank you.
Casey
Where's my kiss? *confused*
Casey
My return kiss from Dad!
Henry
*slowly realize and glares at the culprit*
Henry held Casey by the nape and pressed a kiss to his forehead.
Lucian Xie
*grits his teeth*
Hans secretly glanced between the three people, amused.
Hans
Let's go and eat at home.
Henry
I already ordered food.
Secretary James
*comes in* I brought the food, Sir.
Secretary James
*sees Lucian*
Secretary James
*hesitate*
Lucian Xie
Don't mind me. I already had lunch.
Secretary James
*relieved*
The secretary handed over the food and quickly left the Office.
The family ate and chatted for ten minutes before Casey bid his farewell.
Casey
See you later, Dad! *kiss Henry's cheek*
Casey
*looks at Hans* Your turn, Brother.
Hans
*drags Casey and runs away*
Lucian Xie
*locks the door*
Lucian Xie
Check the time.
Henry
There's still a few minutes before the meeting.
Lucian Xie
Then, let's do something else?
Lucian Xie
*sits on Henry's lap*
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