“Ruyi—” “Here, what’s up, Papa?” “Nothing, just keep bathing.” He must have been checking to make sure she was safe. A few minutes later, he called out again. Such attentiveness just for a bath, he was indeed a good father. After her bath, Jiang Ruyi realized she had forgotten her pajamas, “Papa, I forgot my pajamas.” The little one also needed pajamas and underwear now. Jiang Boyuan quickly brought them, slightly opened the bathroom door, and handed them to her, “Can you put them on yourself?” “Yes.” “Ruyi is really capable.” She accepted the praise. Jiang Ruyi took the clothes, closed the door, changed into her pajamas, then opened the door again, extending her hand, “Papa, carry me~” She hadn’t worn her slippers, her little feet cold against the floor. Jiang Boyuan glanced at them, immediately picked her up, and placed her on the bed. He then took a towel to dry her feet. By then, he had changed into his silk pajamas, dark blue, understatedly luxurious, sleeves rolled up to his elbows, looking neat and tidy. Sitting on the bed, Jiang Ruyi looked up at his focused, gentle, and handsome face, his long, thick eyelashes, truly handsome, more so than his lifeless appearance years later. “Papa, I love you.” The words slipped out without her thinking. At that moment, she truly considered him her father. She had never experienced fatherly love before, never expecting to feel it in this new life. Jiang Boyuan, unaware of her inner thoughts, gently ruffled her hair, his gaze affectionate, “Papa loves you too.” Hearing this, Jiang Ruyi was overjoyed, swinging her white little feet, her eyes bright and lively, “Papa, I will protect you.” Jiang Boyuan felt a warm current in his heart but kept his face calm, “It’s Papa’s job to protect you. Don’t be scared.” He thought she was missing Mama and hugged her tightly, his chin against her hair, “Papa will bring Mama back. Definitely. Papa promises.” “I believe in Papa.” She didn’t want to disappoint him, turned her head, looking at him earnestly, “But I want to help Papa find Mama.” Jiang Boyuan immediately refused, “No, you’re too young. You should stay with your aunt for a few days.” “Once Baba finds Mama, we’ll come to get you.”
“No.”
“Be good!”
