CH 79.2

Two days later.

Little Soybean successfully arrived in the imperial capital, clutching early photos of Si Huaixi’s entertainment career, intending to search for her dad who had disappeared three years ago in the city.

But how could she find him amidst the vast sea of people?

Just as Little Soybean felt somewhat dejected, she unexpectedly received a message through telepathy.

[His Majesty the King is going to the orphanage. It is said that he will select a child to participate in a parent-child variety show. His Majesty the King will act as a temporary father to take care of that child, and the entire Blue Ark Empire will be watching.]

Little Soybean’s eyes immediately lit up. Since she couldn’t find a dad from the vast sea of people, she could appear on a variety show and catch the attention of potential fathers in that vast sea!

His Majesty the King is a good person who will surely help her find a dad!

Little Soybean quickly inquired about the location of the Imperial Capital Orphanage.

Because His Majesty the King was coming to meet the children today, the teachers and caregivers at the orphanage had dressed the children neatly and tidily.

Taking advantage of the situation, Little Soybean mingled among the other children, standing tall with a spirited chest, shamelessly squeezing to the front, waiting for His Majesty the King to choose her.

Whenever a thought suddenly crossed the minds of the teachers and caregivers, suggesting that one particular child seemed unfamiliar, Little Soybean skillfully slipped by, unnoticed.

Soon, His Majesty the King arrived.

However, as soon as he made his appearance, the black mask on his face immediately scared many of the children into tears.

“Waaah… Teacher, I want to go back.”

“So scary! Your Majesty, please save us! There’s a monster!”

“Sob… sob…”

The teachers and caregivers were busy comforting the sobbing children.

On regular days, the teachers would tell stories about the heroic deeds of His Majesty the King, and he held a respected position in the hearts of the children. However, since no one knew the true appearance of His Majesty the King and had only seen photos of him wearing the black mask, the teachers refrained from showing those pictures to the children.

For the children who were encountering His Majesty the King for the first time, seeing an adult wearing a black mask was indeed terrifying.

Si Huaixi’s steps toward the front suddenly froze, and his face under the black mask turned gloomy. He lowered his voice and said, “It seems I’m not suitable for this job.”

Irin, who had been watching the scene, suddenly panicked. She had gone through so much trouble to bring Si Huaixi here; she couldn’t let him leave just like that.

“No, Your Majesty, it’s just a few children crying. There are many brave children watching you,” Irin quickly persuaded.

Si Huaixi glanced over and saw that it seemed like everyone was crying. The sight of children trying to hold back their tears made them even more pitiable.

Except for one.

Si Huaixi noticed a little girl with bright, pure, light blue eyes that seemed to be fixated on him, like she was staring at a delicious bun.

But strangely, Si Huaixi didn’t find it annoying. On the contrary, he found the little girl incredibly adorable, and a sense of inexplicable familiarity surged within him.

Seeing that all the surrounding children were crying, Little Soybean seized the opportunity and swiftly ran towards Si Huaixi.

At lightning speed, she clung to Si Huaixi’s thigh and looked up at him with clear, beautiful eyes. With a brazen face, she shouted, “King Dad, I caught you!”

Her voice was exceptionally loud and lively.

On another note, when Little Soybean hugged Si Huaixi, she oddly thought of her biological father.

When she was still in her Daddy Pei’s belly, her other Dad used his psychic powers to communicate with her. However, that was a long time ago, and she was quite young at the time, barely able to remember.

But now, the breath of His Majesty the King felt familiar and warm to her, almost like her other dad.

Just as Little Soybean pondered quietly, her body suddenly lifted off the ground, lifted up by Si Huaixi.

Wide-eyed with surprise, Little Soybean gaped at him. Unexpectedly, Si Huaixi discovered that this little one was somewhat weighty. It seemed she had a solid presence underneath her facade, which brought a faint smile to his lips.

“Little Soybean, would you like to join me for a variety game?”

“I want to!” Little Soybean responded excitedly without hesitation.

However, the clever Little Soybean soon sensed something amiss. She hadn’t mentioned her name, so how did His Majesty know her name? Could it be…

Amusement flickered in Si Huaixi’s eyes behind his mask, and he continued, “Well then, let’s get your parents’ approval first. A kid running off on their own isn’t a good idea.”

Little Soybean: “!!!”

Indeed, His Majesty the King recognized her voice. She really shouldn’t have made that call to the King’s hotline back then!

Upon arriving in the imperial capital, Pei Zhaozhou and Yi Chengze unexpectedly received a call.

Because Pei Zhaozhou was still unconscious at the time, Little Soybean’s guardian’s contact number was registered under Yi Chengze’s name.

Yi Chengze picked up the call, realizing it was from the palace. Before he could fully process it, he was informed that Little Soybean was with His Majesty and was asked if he would allow Little Soybean to participate in a parent-child variety show.

“???”

Yi Chengze was full of question marks. This little guy really knows how to cause trouble. Not only did she run away from home, but she also went to the palace to see His Majesty the King. I’m truly amazed!

Pei Zhaozhou also overheard this conversation and hurried to the palace.

Inside the royal palace…

Little Soybean, upon realizing that she had been exposed, tried everything to escape from the clutches of His Majesty the King. Little did she expect that His Majesty the King would be an even more terrifying villain than the infamous Doctor Yi Chengze!

No matter what Little Soybean tried, she couldn’t escape. Her mind-reading ability had no effect on Si Huaixi, and she couldn’t make him listen to her and let her go. In the end, she felt hopeless and was caught by Si Huaixi.

Si Huaixi even chuckled and poked Little Soybean’s forehead.

Her plan was shattered, and she was about to be taken back home by that black doctor. Annoyed and with a pouty face, Little Soybean ignored Si Huaixi, feeling frustrated.

In her eyes, His Majesty the King had successfully surpassed Yi Chengze and become the number one villain!

Si Huaixi asked one of the palace attendants to bring a plate of snacks to Little Soybean, hoping to appease her. He asked, “Where did you learn all these abilities?”

Little Soybean firmly refused to eat the food given by the big villain but still answered his question, “Inborn.”

Si Huaixi was not surprised. Although it was rare for someone to awaken psychic powers at such a young age, it wasn’t impossible.

But Little Soybean’s high level of psychic talent required someone to guide her. Si Huaixi planned to wait for Little Soybean’s parents to come and discuss keeping her by his side for guidance.

An hour or two passed.

Si Huaixi watched as a person walked in through the door. His ocean-blue pupils widened, and his breath almost stopped. It felt as if this person was stepping on his heart, one step at a time…

The golden hue of the eyes, the figure, the aura, even the faint scent of vanilla pheromones—it was all exactly like Brother Pei…

The only difference was that this person had an ordinary appearance, completely unlike Brother Pei.

And he had long given up hope. Brother Pei was already dead, and no matter how much he fantasized, Brother Pei would never come back. This was just a coincidence, encountering someone who looked so much like Brother Pei.

Si Huaixi lowered his gaze, his stormy ocean-blue eyes filled with gloom, like a sea ravaged by a typhoon.

“Daddy… You’re awake…” Little Soybean excitedly approached and embraced Pei Zhaozhou, immediately recognizing him behind the disguise.

Pei Zhaozhou gently lifted his daughter, whom he was meeting for the first time, and kissed her soft little face. His golden eyes were filled with fatherly love as he apologized, “I’m sorry for making you wait so long.”

Little Soybean shook her head and said, “It’s okay. I’m just glad Daddy woke up!”

Pei Zhaozhou spoke some more to Little Soybean, who realized the mistake of running away from home and apologized obediently.

At that moment, Pei Zhaozhou looked towards someone he had noticed as soon as he entered—a masked King, appearing cold and aloof. However, his deep ocean-blue eyes unexpectedly stirred something within Pei Zhaozhou, causing his heart to beat faster…

Just like the man in his memories.

Pei Zhaozhou walked slowly towards the King, who sat alone and seemed somewhat lonely. Blinking his golden eyes, Pei Zhaozhou felt a hint of curiosity.

The lonely King lowered his head, suppressing his inner emotions and refusing to look at this imposter who resembled Brother Pei. However, the imposter’s next words startled him, making him lift his head.

Pei Zhaozhou: “Your Majesty, it seems I have fallen in love with you at first sight…”

Si Huaixi: “!!!”

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