episode 5

Even so, Huo Mianmian was delighted throughout the meal and ate more than usual.

The steward watching their interaction was astonished, his mouth agape the entire time.

Having been with the young master for so long, this was the first time he saw the young master so close to someone.

It seemed his guess was right—Mr. Lin had a significant influence on the young master!

Lin Yi was unaware of what the steward might have imagined.

He enjoyed his meal heartily until he felt full and finally stopped.

There was no way he could stop; the food was too delicious. Not eating every bite felt disrespectful, so he finished everything!

Of course, he shared some with Huo Mianmian as well.

Now, Lin Yi didn't want to move, leaning back in his chair to digest, lost in thought.

Unexpectedly, Huo Mianmian mimicked him, lazily leaning back in his chair.

But he was too short to keep his feet on the ground, so when he leaned back, his little bottom slowly slid forward.

However, after sliding a bit, he would sit up straight again.

Sliding back and forth, he would sit up again...

This cycle continued, and he was having quite a bit of fun.

The two of them stayed at the dining table for a long time.

Until a few pigeons flew by outside the villa, catching Huo Mianmian's attention. He stared blankly for a while before sliding off his chair to watch the pigeons at the door.

Lin Yi sat in a daze at the dining table for a while before standing up and stretching lazily.

Full and satisfied, he felt a bit sleepy.

Let's take a nap then!

Lin Yi dragged his feet slowly towards the stairs.

At this moment, the Steward suddenly approached him respectfully and said, "Mr. Lin, may I have a word with you?"

Lin Yi nodded, "Go ahead."

The Steward explained his intention, "If you have free time, could you perhaps spend more time with Young Master?"

Lin Yi was puzzled, "Why?"

The Steward: "I feel that Young Master seems much more relaxed and lively around you. He appears to be very fond of you."

Lin Yi: "??"

Where did the Steward come up with this conclusion?

He couldn't help but turn to look at Huo Mianmian at the door.

At that moment, Huo Mianmian was squatting at the entrance of the villa, supporting his head with one hand, intently watching the pigeons on the lawn outside.

His small figure made him look like a chubby little radish, making him even cuter.

Lin Yi turned back and asked the Steward, "How did you conclude that he is fond of me?"

Besides, he was just Huo Mianmian's stepfather, married to Huo Mianmian's father out of business necessity. Would it be a good thing if he got too close to Huo Mianmian?

The Steward assured him, "I am certain I'm not mistaken. Mr. Lin, please consider my suggestion. Young Master has always been lonely and without playmates. I am genuinely worried about him, and I hope that with your company, he can become more cheerful."

The Steward spoke earnestly, treating Huo Mianmian as his own grandson. Seeing no improvement in Huo Mianmian's condition, he shared the family's concern.