Chapter 337: Episode 31.8 Results Are Out!
The subtle rays of sunlight passed through the gaps of the drapes and into the darkened room of the Bai-Shen couple.
It was already nine in the morning— too early for lunch and too late for breakfast— but there is still a lump of tardiness huddled inside the comforter. Nine white tails conspicuously stick out underneath it, and a soft snore could be heard, almost like the humming of a bee.
Typically, Shen Yuan is already awake and kicking at this time, but for some reason, today was a day for him to sleep in.
And no, no sex took place last night. Shen Yuan’s salad was not tossed because he was exhausted from his busy day. He was in the Hunter Association all day yesterday.
Bai Tingfeng was a bit worried because Shen Yuan used to perform well despite being sleep-deprived or tired. He never dispelled his transformation spell while sleeping, like now.
That is why, as he prepares to go out, he goes as silently and as sneakily as possible to avoid waking his husband up. He instructed Nanny Lin and his family’s helpers not to disturb Shen Yuan’s rest.
However...
"Daddy!" Yanyan came in with his tablet in hand. His father also asked him to let his daddy rest, but something happened that Yanyan had already forgotten the instruction.
The little boy’s eyes are glowing, excited for whatever reason.
Shen Yuan lethargically opened his one eye, and that was the first view that greeted him.
"Daddy! Xialun messaged me and said that the entrance exam is already in! He said he passed! Daddy, what about me? Did I pass?"
His son’s question immediately rebooted his brain. He sat up with a snap, and that is his biggest mistake because nausea struck his head.
"Argh!" The celestial fox spirit groaned, clutching his head. His sweet little Yanyan worriedly went to his side and looked at him with sad puppy eyes.
"Daddy, I am sorry. Are you hurt? I will call Nanny Lin for help!"
The little boy was about to run out of the room, but Shen Yuan’s exposed fox tail scooped him up.
"No, Daddy’s not hurt. I just made a mistake by sitting up too fast. That’s why you have to remember—don’t jump up right away in the morning. Move slowly first so your body feels okay. It helps your blood flow better!"
Yanyan blinked his eyes. "Okay, Daddy. Yanyan will make sure next time. But you should, too. I don’t want Daddy to get hurt again."
Shen Yuan gently pulled his son onto his lap, smiling warmly. "You’re so sweet. Wait—did you just say the entrance exam results are out?"
Yanyan shook his head up and down.
The celestial fox spirit was pleasantly surprised at the news. He thought the Qilin Academy would move the release schedule ahead since they are still restoring the road in their vicinity. Director Song must be working hard.
Now, he wonders if Bai Tingfeng knew if the results would be out today.
He turned to his son, eyes in slits. "You are chatting with your friend so early in the morning? I thought you were obeying the screen time we agreed on."
"But Daddy, it is already 9:30 in the morning." Yanyan pouted his lips in grievance. He is a good boy who follows the rules...
"Is that so? Hahaha! My bad."
Shen Yuan reached out for his phone on their bedside table and tapped on its screen.
Qilin Academy follows the procedure of most universities in Country C. They release the exam results through the student portal that parents use to register their child.
Shen Yuan opened the website and logged in with the credentials. It took quite a few seconds for the web page to load, presumably due to the high volume of excited parents and children who want to see if they made it into the successful list.
Shen Yuan and Yanyan peeked over the small screen of the phone.
"Come on. Come on," The celestial fox spirit chanted in suspense. Yanyan was looking over his Daddy because he did not know how to read whether he passed or failed.
The two waited in bated breath and...
"Bwahahaha! Yes!" Shen Yuan’s scream probably reached the highest octave once he read the words next to his son’s name.
Bam! Just in time, the door of the bedroom opened, revealing Bai Tingfeng.
"Surprise?!" Bai Tingfeng was holding a box of cake in both hands. "Congratulations, Yanyan! Our kindergartener cutie!" the cake says in stylish strokes of icing.
Shen Yuan and Bai Tingfeng had not planned any of this, but everything seemed perfect at that moment.
The little boy’s bright eyes turned into little crescent moons from happiness. His heart is pounding from excitement. From the bed, Yanyan jumped into his Papa’s arms.
The cake was about to get ruined if it weren’t for Shen Yuan’s quick tail-save.
"Yey! I did it! I am a kindergartener now!"
"Indeed. You did great, Yanyan. You are a smart kid." Bai Tingfeng lovingly embraced his son. He gave Shen Yuan a look and breathed a sigh of relief internally upon seeing that his husband looked well.
"Hehehe. They say I inherited it from my parents." Yanyan beamed, blushing.
Shen Yuan and Bai Tingfeng hollered at the top of their lungs. Oh, they love it when their good boy gets cheeky sometimes.
Shen Yuan, Bai Tingfeng and Yanyan moved down the dining area to feast on the cake. Of course, Shen Yuan was sensible enough to hide away his tails since other people were walking around the house.
"Since when were my nine tails out and about?" He managed to sneakily whisper to his husband as they joined forces in cutting the cake.
Nanny Lin and the helpers are busy taking out plates and beverages for the family. It is better to be careful not to let them hear his secret.
"Night. Probably around eleven," Bai Tingfeng whispered back.
Shen Yuan apologetically looked at his husband. That is quite a long time. Bai Tingfeng must have been too uncomfortable to sleep last night.
"Don’t worry. I slept well. Your tails are too soft and fluffy; they are basically like comforters covering me."
The celestial fox spirit stared at his husband in disbelief. This guy dares to compare his tail to a bedding?! His ego as a fox spirit is slighted! He sassily pushed his husband to the side using his hips and continued dividing the cake.
Bai Tingfeng was left standing to the side, confused about what had just happened.
"Congratulations, Young Master Yanyan!"
"Thank you, Ji-jie!"
"Thank you, Hong-jie!"
Little Yanyan went around giving out shares of cake to the people in the house. The smile on the boy’s face was basically plastered on his face as a wave of gleeful congratulations came his way.
"Hehehehe. This feels like my birthday." Yanyan delightfully giggled after he went back to his parents’ side.
"Of course, this is a celebration. Yanyan’s hard work and talents were paid off." Bai Tingfeng told his son. "Next time, if you do great in your studies, a bigger celebration will happen. Your friends will be invited, too."
Yanyan batted his eyes, "Really?"
Shen Yuan said with certainty. "Really. For now, let’s feast on this cake." He then looked at Bai Tingfeng and rolled his eyes. "While we are in it, let’s eat your father’s share, too."
Shen Yuan was about to stab Bai Tingfeng with a fork, but Yanyan was quick to salvage it.
"Tsk. Tsk. Bad Daddy. Everyone has a share." Yanyan poutingly gave the cake to his Papa.
Bai Tingfeng received it, touched. But flatteringly gave it back to Shen Yua. "If Daddy likes it, then he can take mine. It seems like I did something that angered Daddy."
Shen Yuan scrunched his nose. He does not want to admit it, but being flattered by a handsome stud like this was torture— especially when he is supposed to be an unshakeable hard-to-get.
Shit! Why did he choose this gorgeous man when there are many duds around him? It is extremely hard to continue being pissed!
"Hmm. I am not sure," He feigned.
Bai Tingfeng amusedly laughed. His eyes hopped from his husband to his son, "You know, we still have not bought Yanyan his school supplies. Why don’t we all go out and shop for notebooks and such in the mall?"
Yanyan was the most excited about this suggestion. He almost dropped the cake back on his plate.
"Family day out! I like that!" The little boy played his coquettish charm against his grumpy daddy.
Shen Yuan already said it. His son has something in him that improves people’s mood. His dissatisfaction with Bai Tingfeng was quickly brushed aside. He answered with a smile. "Fine. But we will eat first. It is hard to enjoy walking around the mall when you are hungry."
Just like that, Shen Yuan buried his face in the cake and breakfast that was served in front of him.
What he did not know was that Bai Tingfeng was watching his every move.
It’s been a while since Shen Yuan blew up on him like this. He wonders what is going on?