Translator: Dj22031
Editor: Dj22031
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Unbeknownst to her, Qin Fan, after leaving the kitchen, saw Old Tie’s figure as soon as he turned the corner. He didn’t know how long he’d been standing there, his eyes fixed on him, his expression displeased and suspicious.
Qin Fan showed no surprise, just nodded to Old Tie, and silently pointed towards the backyard.
Old Tie gave a silent snort and quietly led the way back.
Once in the backyard, Old Tie picked up his cane and struck Qin Fan.
The dull thud showed Old Tie’s considerable strength and force.
“Shulan entrusted Xiao Huang to your care, and this is how you care for her? Are you trying to drive us crazy?!” Old Tie roared.
Qin Fan didn’t dodge Old Tie’s blow, remaining unfazed and silent despite the beating.
Old Tie struck him twice more with his stick. “How old are you? How old is he? He’s not even eighteen yet, and you dare to lay a hand on him?! Tell me, who started this?”
He considered himself to know Qin Fan fairly well, having watched the boy grow up. There was no reason for him to do such a thing. As for Si Huang, he looked gentle and refined, but deep down he was someone who couldn’t be controlled!
Old Tie had already decided that even if Si Huang started it, Qin Fan would still have to be taught a lesson. Who told this guy not to guide Si Huang onto the right path and instead join in his foolishness?
Then, Qin Fan blurted out, “I was the one who initiated it. I have feelings for her.”
Old Tie’s expression shattered. “You…you you you!” He was momentarily speechless, his face flushed red. After a while, he recovered and glared at Qin Fan as if he wanted to tear him apart. “You’re supposed to be a soldier! Where’s your conscience? Xiao Huang isn’t even an adult yet! How dare you lead her down this path and make a move on her?!”
Qin Fan said, “I’m waiting for her to come of age. It’ll only be three months.”
Bang—!
The cane struck Qin Fan on the forehead with such force that it made his head tilt to the side.
With Qin Fan’s skills, dodging would have been easy, but he couldn’t. Seeing that Old Master Tie was truly enraged, he remained expressionless, his voice low and earnest. “I know she’s young; I’m ten years older than her. If I could control myself, I definitely would. But Grandpa Tie, Si Huang is different. I tried to give up, but it didn’t work.”
Old Master Tie’s eyes were red. “You dare say that?!” He raised his cane as if to strike again.
Qin Fan remained standing, his attitude one of “go ahead and hit me, I won’t dodge,” his tone calm and steady. “Si Huang has her own thoughts and secrets. There are some things I can’t tell you yet, but even if she were a man, I never thought of giving up.”
Besides, he later discovered she was a woman.
Although Qin Fan didn’t really understand the difference between men and women, Si Huang was the one he cared about.
This fact would definitely make it easier for others to accept, but he couldn’t say it yet.
“You!” Old Master Tie was filled with rage, but faced with the stubborn Qin Fan, he didn’t know how to vent his anger.
“Grandpa Tie, I’ve made up my mind about Si Huang.”
“Shut up! Are you trying to drive me crazy?!”
“Once her eighteenth birthday arrives, I’ll really make my move on her.”
Old Tie, having lived this long, understood the meaning behind those words perfectly. The way he glared at Qin Fan was as if he were seeing him for the first time. “You dare to say that? You dare to say that…”
Qin Fan raised his eyes and met his gaze.
The glint in those eyes stunned Old Tie.
They were so dark and deep that they could steal one’s heart and courage.
“I’ve made up my mind about her.” He couldn’t wait a moment longer.
He absolutely couldn’t let go, he absolutely couldn’t give her a way out.
Old Tie suddenly remembered that this kid in front of him was a madman. Don’t be fooled by his seemingly normal appearance and more upright values than most people. Once he’s made up his mind about something, no one can stop him once he gets fixated on it.
Dare to stop him? Just wait for this madman to retaliate even more fiercely!
“Sigh… How could you be so sure about her? How could you…” Old Tie gripped his cane tightly, his feelings incredibly complicated.
On one hand, he was somewhat relieved that Qin Fan had finally fallen in love with someone, and wouldn’t end up the loveless, lonely figure others had predicted. On the other hand, he wondered why it had to be Si Huang. After all these years of torment, seeing Qin Fan truly fall in love, it would be best if it were a girl. As for same-sex relationships… well, that’s a common occurrence in the military; it’s best to be open-minded. To put it bluntly, even they and the remaining Qin family members, Grandpa and Grandma Qin, weren’t sure how long Qin Fan would live. Add to that his mental illness, and if he were to fall in love, he’d only feel indebted to the other person.
Grandpa and Grandma Qin had talked to them more than once, telling Qin Fan to live his life as he pleased, and they wouldn’t force him to do anything.
Under these circumstances, they had still managed to raise Qin Fan into a traditional, patriotic soldier, instead of a spoiled brat. It must be said that the Qin family had very sound values and strict family discipline.
Old Tie felt a pang of guilt for the fleeting joy that had risen in his heart. He felt especially sorry for Si Huang, such an outstanding young man with a bright future ahead of him. Everyone knew that if she didn’t die young, she would surely be a remarkable person. How could this madman have set his sights on her?
It wasn’t that Old Tie looked down on Qin Fan or despised him; it was simply a matter of principle. He felt that Si Huang could have lived a more stable and carefree life, but by following Qin Fan, he was destined to face many troubles he wouldn’t otherwise have to.
Now, seeing Qin Fan’s attitude, it was clear he had no intention of letting the child go.
“She’s still just a child…” Old Tie murmured repeatedly.
Qin Fan pursed his lips, his expression becoming even colder and more aloof.
Since spending time with Si Huang, he had felt that this child was different from ordinary children, exceptionally opinionated. If it weren’t for her uniqueness, he probably wouldn’t have gone this far, becoming so deeply attracted that he had lost even the self-control to wait a few more years.
“Grandpa Tie, I’m afraid that when she’s no longer a child, I won’t be able to hold onto her anymore.”
Old Tie’s heart clenched painfully as he looked at the man before him, both angry and heartbroken.
His child, who had always been more resilient and hardened than anyone else, was now saying he was afraid.
“I owe her. I’m ten years older than her, and I will use those extra ten years of experience to give her everything, to do my best not to affect her future, and to give her the freedom that young people deserve.”
“…”
“The only thing I can’t let be taken away by another man or woman.”
Old Tie opened his mouth but couldn’t say anything.
After three or four minutes of silence, Old Tie said dryly, “Don’t tell your Grandma Yu about this yet.”
Qin Fan nodded.
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