I’m Bearing My Love Rival’s Child

Engagement

Qin Li drove Ruan Tian to the restaurant. The parents of both sides were already there. They were sitting together drinking tea and chatting happily.

The topic of discussion is all about Qin Li and Ruan Tian. They have been close to each other as brothers since they were very young. Qin Li cares about Ruan Tian. What Ruan Tian said is more effective than any imperial edict. And although Ruan Tian shows hostility towards Qin Lin, he listens to Qin Li’s words and relies on him ever more.

And if was wronged even a little, it was Qin Li who he’d look for first, not his parents.

Hu Shi also joked with Sun Chenqian, saying that if his family’s Ruan Tian was a girl, he would have to marry Qin Li, this childhood sweetheart. Their parents have been friends for many years, and they have also been friends for a long time. How could they let this good relationship escape?

Ruan Tian is a boy. Naturally this became just a joke, but who would have expected the joke to become real.

Hu Shi and Sun Chenqian have been best friends for many years, and she’s not used to the sudden change of their relationship. It’s a bit hard to speak comfortably.

“I didn’t expect that Xiao Tian wouldn’t have any problem. He just didn’t know so he didn’t say anything.” Hu Shi sighed, “Sister, Old Qin, since it has happened, we have to solve it. What do you think?”

When they talked about this matter, Qin Li and Ruan Tian hadn’t arrived yet. They knew from the bottom of their hearts that this is a happy event and they had to bear the responsibilities, but in the end, in what what should they bear the responsibilities?

There is no such thing as a same-sex marriage law. Their parents are open-minded and reasonable, so they didn’t object or criticize them. But if changed to outsiders, homosexuality will be scolded back and forth.

The exposure of Qin family having a homosexual will cause serious impact to their career.

“Xiao Shi, Qin Li already talked to me and Qin Mu a long time ago. Since he was a child, if he has an opinion, his father and I can’t interfere with the decisions he made. Besides, we have watched Ruan Tian grow up. To be honest, I have always treated him as my own child. I won’t agree if Qin Li won’t take responsibility.”

Ruan Baitang suddenly said, “Will this affect Qin Li? What kind of attitude did the Old man have?”

“My dad is not healthy. Some time ago, he said he wanted to relax and went on a trip with Aunt Liu. We can’t get in touch. But if he let Qin Li manage the Qin Group, that should explain his attitude.” Qin My said calmly.

Hu Shi was frank and didn’t have any twists and turns. She said straightforwardly: “Traveling? Will that person give the Old man ecstasy then come back to make use of it? She also has two sons. How can she just watch Qin Li inherit such a huge family business?”[1]

[1] — 魂药; This is not the substance. It can also be translated to soul medicine.

“Don’t talk nonsense.” Ruan Baitang reminded.

Hu Shi disagree: “This is our family, and there are no outsiders, there is nothing we can’t say.”

Qin Mu pondered: “If my dad wants to take ecstasy, he would have already taken it. Why wait until now? Qin Li inherited the Qin. Of course she’s not satisfied, but what can she do if she’s not satisfied?”

He doesn’t worry about Aunt Liu. After his mother’s death, Aunt Liu can marry into the Qin’s because of her face. Beautiful women always regard their appearance as their magic weapon to achieve victory, but it can’t cause such a big waves.

On the contrary, he was more afraid of Aunt Liu’s two sons. That is, his two half brothers.

Of course, he knew this fear well, so there was no need to say it.

Since ancient times, the wealthy have been in trouble, and the Qin family is no exception. To outsiders they look glamorous and powerful, but in fact they have weak family affection and full of intrigue. They are a mother, son and brothers in front of each other, but they may want to make the other disappear.

Qin Mu and Sun Chenqian both understand this bitterness, so sometimes they admire Hu Shi and Ruan Baitang. That kind of happiness, to live a life as simple and blissful as them for a lifetime.

Ruan Baitang knew that this talk can’t go in. No matter how good their relationship with the Qin family, there’s always things that they can’t get involved in.

He changed the subject and said: “Qin Li is mature, sensible and responsible. I leave Ruan Tian to him. Hu Shi and I are also very relieved.”

Hu Shi then echoed: “Yes, Xiao Tian has been spoiled by us since childhood. He’s still like a child. Fortunately, when Qin Li speaks, he still listens to his words. Let Qin Li take care of him and change his stinking problems by the way…”

Before she could finish speaking, her ears pricked up and she heared clearly. Ruan Tian came into the room, raised his chin and retorted unhappily: “There’s nothing wrong with me, I’m so obedient ah. I’m so cute, but you’re willing to talk bad things about me.”

The eyes were faintly resentful, the corners of his lips curled, and he looked at aggrieved and sorrowful.

Hu Shi said “Oh, dear” and looked at Ruan Tian, both with ridicule and affection.

Sun Chenqian smiled and waved to Ruan Tian: “Xiao Tian, come here. I left you with the puff pastry that I know you like to eat.”

Ruan Tian’s eyes lit up, and he immediately threw his mother’s words behind his head. He sat down and cut a piece of puff pastry and fed it into his mouth. He’s completely captured by the sweets. The corners of his eyes were bent, the dimples on his cheeks showing snd you cluld feel his joy from his expression.

Qin Li followed Ruan Tian in, greeted Ruan Baitang and Hu Shi with humility and courtesy, and apologized that he was late and kept them waiting.

Ruan Baitang glanced at Ruan Tian. Qin Li has always been strict and punctual, Ruan Tian must be the reason why they are late.

“It’s okay, we just arrived. Ruan Tian ran to disturb you, did he cause any trouble?” He still knows Ruan Tian very well.

Qin Li shook his head: “No, he is very good.”

When Ruan Tian heard these words, he turned his head back with a layer of crispy cream still on his lips, he motioned to his parents with confidence—Look, Qin Li praised me for being good!

“Eat your dessert.” How could Hu Shi fail to understand Ruan Tian’s eyes, but she couldn’t help but pamper him.

The meal was very enjoyable. Both parties have been friends for many years, and now they have added another layer with the close relative identity. Not to mention, Ruan Tosn is still pregnant with their grandchild.

Qin Mu’s temperament is strict and it’s rare to smile at this meeting, but he said with a pleasant expression: “Don’t worry, Ruan Tian won’t bear any hardship or suffer with Qin Li. Qin Li will have to apologize, and his mother and I won’t spare him in the first place.”

“Yes, besides Xiao Tian is so cute, who is willing to bully him?” Sun Chenqian smiled: “Qin Li loved Ruan Tian the most since he was a child. Thinking about it now, I feel that Qin Li loved Ruan Tian like he is his wife.”

When she said this, everyone else laughed and the atmosphere was harmonious, just like a family meeting.

Ruan Tian paused while eating the sweets, and his dark eyes rolled round and round—why did he feel that something’s wrong?

Isn’t the purpose of today’s meeting just as simple as eating?

“Uncle and Auntie, don’t worry, I will undoubtedly treat Ruan Tian well in the future. I will pamper, spoil, and love him for a lifetime.” Qin Li also solemnly promised suddenly.

Ruan Baitang smiled cheerfully upon hearing those words: “Of course we believe in you. Ruan Tian is sometimes very temperamental. Don’t let him go too far. If you find him uncontrollable, just tell us.”

“It’s okay.” Qin Li smiled and shook his head, staring at Ruan Tian with fond eyes: “He is very good.”

Ruan Tian felt Qin Li’s light but hot gaze, and with a “click” bit the fish bone. He held his jaq and thought… It’s not an illusion, there’s really something wrong.

His parents are trying to sell him to Qin Li!

Ruan Tian secretly observed the others and found that they had already discussed it. They all smiled and started talking about the future. They said that although Qin Li and Ruan Tian could not get married, as long as the two families knew it, this matter is considered done. After all, they can’t get married. As for the certificate, it’s not very useful. Regarding the banquet, they still have to organise a few tables and invite the family to have a meal. The time for the banquet is fixed and has to wait for Old man Qin’s arrival. It’s also said that the country has began to attach importance to the same-sex marriage law, so the Qin family will also help promote it in the future. If it develops smoothly, they may not need to wait long before they can get the certificate.

The topic soon turned to if they were to obtain their certificate, they must set the schedule for the wedding. They also talked about Ruan Tian’s unborn kitten, happily discussing what name they should give the child, and they also said that they don’t know who’s character the child will inherit.

Ruan Tian most thought he and Qin Li are an affectionate young couple who were about to get married.

He thought and secretly watched Qin Li. Thinking, Qin Li have someone he liked. How could be just accept this?

Could it be Qin Li’s feelings are hidden and cannot be known, so he has to be used as a cover?

Ruan Tian was frustrated, listening to the laughter coming beside him. He wanted to refute but didn’t dare, so he could knly mutter in dissatisfaction, thinking that he hadn’t repaid Deng Ru’s kindness, and that if Qin Li had not promised that he would not be with Deng Ru, he may have no chance.[2]

[2] — 再说秦沥答应他不会跟邓茹在一起; I’m not very sure about this.

He still wants to work harder.

The two families ate and chatted until late without realising it, and then left the restaurant together talking and laughing. Qin Li sent Ruan Tian into the car, and when Ruan Baitang started the car, he realised that the gas is running out and that maybe, it’s not enough to reach home.

“I will send you home.” Qin Li said when he saw it.

Ruan Baitang hesitated and said, “It’s too much trouble. I should have no problem driving to the gas station.”

“It’s more troublesome to drive without gas.” Qin Li said, “I will leave an address so that the restaurant can fill up the gas and send the car to the community. Besides, it’s not convenient for you to run around so late.”

Qin Li said to this extent, Ruan Baitang naturally couldn’t refuse, so he got into Qin Li’s car with Hu Shi and Ruan Tian.

As a result, when the car drove halfway, there was a sudden pour of heavy rain. It’s also mixed with lightning and thunder, which brightened most of the sky. The rain ran across the windows, and the wipers in front were also running swiftly.

Ruan Tiant, who was afraid of thunder, looked blankly. His arms wrapped around his pillow, not saying anything.

Qin Li sent Ruan Tian and the others upstairs. As soon as he got out of the elevator, he found Ruan Qi who was leaning against the wall, soaked. She threw her backpack on the ground, wore her headphones and put her hands in her pocket. She was looking around, bored and worried.

Ruan Qi has no blood relation to Ruan Tian, naturally they don’t look the same. Ruan Tian is the only one who grew up like this. Compared to him, Ruan Qi looks much rougher.

Ruan Qi inherited Hu Shi’s character; casual, straightforward, mindful and hates evil like one’s enemy. Even if she comes across something unsatisfactory, she doesn’t force it blindly.[3]

[3] — 遇见不如意的能动手就不瞎逼逼。

As long as you stay away from Ruan Tian, Ruan Qi looks pretty good. Her skin is fair, she looks delicate when she is quiet, her face is small, and her neat short hair has a bit of a heroic spirit.

Hu Shi was stunned, and then blurted out: “Why did you come back?”

Ruan Qi was soaked all over her body. It was obvious that it hasn’t been long since she arrived. She’s not surprised at their reaction, and said: “I told Dad I was coming back, I just didn’t say it’s today.”

Hu Shi realized that she slipped her tongue and tried to make remedy: “You didn’t bring an umbrella? Why didn’t you enter the house?”

“I forgot to bring my key and the phone ran out of power.” Ruan Qi said, holding the phone and shaking it. Then she smiled at Ruan Tian and enthusiastically said: “Brother, we haven’t seen each other for a long time, did you miss me? Let me hug.”

She opened her arms and walked straight towards Ruan Tian.

She haven’t seen her brother for a long time, she’s dying for him. 

It’s a pity that before she could hug Ruan Tian smoothly, Qin Li already firmly stood between her and Ruan Tian.

Qin Li was tall and completely covered Ruan Tian behind him, so tightly that Ruan Qi couldn’t even see his brother’s shadow in an instant.

“…” Ruan Qi instantly raised her head to stare at Qin Li, unhappy.

The author has something to say:

Ruan Qi: Chances are, I’m probably picked up from the garbage dump _(:з」∠)_