Su Bai wandered through the aisles, picking out toiletries such as shampoo, body wash, and some casual clothing. Though he wasn’t too particur, he often turned to Su Ke, holding up an item and asking with a gentle smile, “What do you think, baby? Does this look good on me?”

  Su Ke, though shy, took his role seriously, studying each item carefully before nodding with a soft, “Yes, gege.” Truthfully, Su Bai could make even the pinest outfit look good. His striking features and natural charisma meant he could wear a sack and still turn heads. The salesgirls noticed this immediately.

  Few customers were this handsome, and their enthusiasm bubbled over as they offered suggestions, recommending four t-shirts and matching pants. Su Bai accepted their choices with polite smiles, thanking them sincerely for their help.

  After finishing with his own shopping, Su Bai guided Su Ke to the baby section. His ck of experience with baby products was evident, so he sought out the salesdy for advice.

  “You can try these XX brand baby soap bars,” the salesdy began, her tone professional yet warm. “They’re very gentle on the skin. For shampoo, this one is clinically tested and safe to use—no side effects. And these clothes are made of soft, breathable fabric, perfect for thin, sensitive skin.”

  Su Bai nodded attentively, taking her words to heart. Without much hesitation, he started pcing each recommended item into the cart. His approach was simple: if the salesdy said it was necessary, it went into the cart. By the time they finished, the cart was nearly overflowing with baby essentials.

  On their way to the checkout, Su Bai noticed a section with healthy snacks. Remembering the long journey ahead, he thought it would be best to have something to munch on. “What snacks do you like, baby?” he asked Su Ke, crouching down to meet the boy’s eye level.

  Su Ke’s face lit up as he pointed to a few colorful packages, his excitement palpable. Su Bai smiled and added them to the cart, along with some of his own choices. By the time they reached the counter, the trolley was so full that it had become difficult to push.

  Calling over a salesgirl for assistance, Su Bai inquired about express delivery to his hometown. After confirming that the items would arrive by evening, he felt relieved. “That works perfectly,” he said, gncing at the clock. They would likely reach home by five, just in time to receive the packages. He paid the bance, keeping only the snacks and some wet wipes for the journey.

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  “Let’s go. We’ll eat at the train station before we board, okay?” Su Bai said, holding out his hand for Su Ke. As always, he involved the child in even the smallest decisions, making him feel like an equal part of their little team.

  Su Ke nodded eagerly and slipped his tiny hand into Su Bai’s. The warmth and softness of Su Bai’s hand made the boy’s ears turn slightly red. Feeling safe and happy, he trotted alongside Su Bai, his small legs working hard to keep up.

  As they walked to the station, Su Bai began expining how train stations worked. “When we get there, we’ll need to show our tickets to the security uncle. He’ll check them and then give them back. After that, we’ll need to find our ptform. It’s important to listen to the announcements so we don’t accidentally board the wrong train. Got it, baby?”

  Su Ke nodded, his eyes wide with determination. “Okay, ba. Beautiful gege, I’ll listen carefully!”

  Su Bai chuckled softly at the boy’s serious expression. Though he hated the thought of burdening Su Ke, he knew it was important to teach him these basic skills. Train stations could be chaotic, and it was better to be cautious. Besides, this was a good opportunity for Su Ke to learn something new.

  At the station entrance, Su Bai handed one of their tickets to Su Ke. “Here, baby. You give this to the uncle, okay? Don’t worry, he’ll just check it and give it back to you.”

  Though Su Ke felt a bit nervous, he was also excited to take on this small responsibility. He clutched the ticket tightly and approached the security officer, his steps careful but determined.

  The officer gnced down at the little boy holding out the ticket with both hands. Su Ke’s rge, earnest eyes were fixed on him, as if silently pleading for reassurance. The officer quickly checked the ticket and handed it back.

  “Thank you,” Su Ke said politely, his voice soft but steady. He then bowed slightly, a gesture of respect that was instinctive and sincere.

  The security officer blinked in surprise. It wasn’t every day that someone, let alone a child, showed him such courtesy. His heart softened as he returned the boy’s bow with a warm smile. “Good boy,” he murmured, feeling a rare moment of appreciation in his often thankless job.

  Su Ke turned back to Su Bai, his expression a mix of pride and anxiety. “Beautiful gege, did I do it right? Did I forget anything?”

  Su Bai crouched down to meet him, his eyes full of warmth. “You did perfectly, baby. Great job!” he said, patting the boy’s head affectionately.

  Meanwhile, in the airpne cabin, a man watched the scene in his mind, his lips curling into a faint smile. His eyes softened as he thought of Su Bai and Su Ke. Good parenting, he thought to himself. My wife is truly amazing.

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  At the station restaurant, Su Bai lifted Su Ke into a chair, making sure he was comfortably seated before sitting down beside him. Handing the menu to the boy, he asked, “What would you like to eat, baby?”

  Su Ke studied the menu seriously, his small finger pointing to dishes that caught his interest. After some deliberation, they decided on two soups, three side dishes, and rice.

  When their order arrived, Su Bai carefully scalded their chopsticks and utensils with hot water. Noticing Su Ke’s curious gaze, he expined, “We do this because even though utensils look clean, they can still have germs. Washing them with hot water helps make them safer to use.”

  “But gege,” Su Ke asked thoughtfully, “if there are germs everywhere, what’s the point of washing our hands?”

  Su Bai chuckled at the boy’s logic. “That’s a good question. Germs aren’t just on utensils—they’re on our clothes, hands, hair, and everything around us. That’s why it’s important to stay clean. We wash our hands, brush our teeth, and bathe to keep germs away.”

  Su Ke nodded seriously, his eyes darting around the restaurant as if imagining invisible germs on every surface.

  Su Bai ughed softly and patted the boy’s head. “Don’t worry so much, baby. There are good bacteria too, and they help keep us healthy. Just remember to stay clean, okay?”

  Relieved, Su Ke nodded again, his small shoulders rexing.

  When the food arrived, Su Bai carefully cooled the soup to a safe temperature before handing a bowl to Su Ke. He fed the boy patiently, ensuring his little tummy was full and round before starting on his own meal.

  He slowly has to increase his appetite , he has to eat for two people now.

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  The man also thinking the same thing. Too thin . His one hand can easily surround his thin waist. He rubbed his finger as if remembering the touch.

  He needs to fatten up little, he will make sure it this time as previously it wasn't done. Just as he remembered why the air pressure around him lowered.

  The system quivered inexplicably, as if sensing danger. What did I even do this time? it mented silently. QAQ