Chapter 312 - I'll Listen To You
Chapter 312 – I’ll Listen To You
Even after all that, Shui Xian stubbornly said, "I still don't want to go."
Seeing him acting like this, Raelle recalled something. She seemed to be familiar with the way he was acting since she had seen someone else doing it.
"I think I know what you're doing," she said.
"What?" asked Shui Xian curiously. He looked so eager to hear her answer that it would be baffling to an outsider. But he didn't think anything was wrong with it. After all, he was familiar with how his wife answered. How could it not be amusing? He was waiting to know where she was gonna take this.
"You're throwing a tantrum," was Raelle's answer.
Shui Xian pursed his lips before asking, "How do you know?"
"Hyson does that when he wants an ice cream from me," told Raelle. "He told me that's called throwing a tantrum."
Shui Xian laughed out, "Babes, I suddenly am curious."
"About?" asked Raelle.
"About what you and Fai actually talk about," said Shui Xian. "I feel like the topic of conversation between you two is quite diverse and intriguing." And what he didn't say was that how they always had something to talk about with each other. Even if Raelle didn't like to talk, she always had something to talk about with Hyson. Besides, he was certain that these two never talked about normal things. The way their brains worked, it was obvious that their world was slightly different from the rest.
Raelle couldn't deny that. The topics of conversation between her and Hyson never had a head or tail. They might begin from here and end it somewhere else. And the things they talked about might really be not interesting to others. It might be very common to the rest of the people. Take throwing a tantrum for instance. It was considered normal for kids to throw a tantrum but when it came to Hyson and Raelle, these two didn't understand it at all.
After all, neither of them had acted like that in their childhood. They both had their own world and understanding of this world. The reason why Hyson would throw a tantrum for ice cream in front of her was simple. It was just to make her understand what actually a tantrum really was.
"So, how did he give you the example?" asked Shui Xian. "Can you show me?"
Raelle thought about it and pulled herself out of his arms. She stepped back to think a bit before she held his sleeve and spoke with a pout, "Get me ice cream. I want ice cream. You are a meanie! How can you not buy me one ice cream? If you don't buy me one then I'm gonna protest right here on the road!"
Shui Xian was staring at her dumbly and when she finished reenacting Hyson's act, Shui Xian pulled her back and buried her face in his chest as he said, "Darling, you've some talent."
"Huh?"
"You actually managed to act out the role of Fai so easily," Shui Xian had a smile on his face when he said that. He was charmed by those vivid expressions on her expressionless face. She actually acted out perfectly. "Now, I'm reassured."
"About what?" came Raelle's muffled voice. And when she spoke, her lips actually rubbed against his shirt but he felt like there was no shirt in between her lips and his chest right now. Adding on that hot breath that blew out on his chest, he was tingly all over.
"I always thought I'd never see any expressions on your face," said Shui Xian honestly. "But it seems you're a good student. You can learn with time."
"What is that supposed to mean? Didn't I learn to smile to deceive people?" asked Raelle.
"That's different," said Shui Xian. "But if you actually showed these beautiful expressions in front of others, I might go crazy." He would definitely go crazy! That expressionless face alone was enough to attract people's attention. Her whole persona demanded people pay attention to her in her presence. Not just because of her domineering aura but also because of her gorgeous face. And if she really started expressing her emotions on her face, it'd be a disaster. It was lethal for his heart for sure!
"Aren't you getting late?" asked Raelle.
"Sweetheart, why do you have to ruin the moment?" Shui Xian was depressed again when she reminded him that he still had to leave. And no matter what he tried, that was inevitable! He couldn't run from work since even his wife won't let him do that. What a pity!
But then again, who asked him to marry a workaholic. For Raelle, work was sacred. She'd never let him run away from it.
"Although I've been ignoring it lately, I still have to ask."
"What is it my waifu? You can ask me anything!" inquired Shui Xian as he put on his suit jacket.
"Why do you keep calling me with different names? I don't really see the point of nicknames. But if you have to have one, can't you choose one?"
Shui Xian shook his head, "Darling, I'm a confused person. When it comes to you, I don't think one is enough. No matter which way I call you, it only means one thing."
"What does it mean?"
Shui Xian smiled mysteriously as he touched the tip of her nose and said, "That's for you to find out."
"Is that a puzzle I have to solve?" asked Raelle.
Shui Xian had a thoughtful look as he arranged his things, "You can say that."
"Oh, I like puzzles," said Raelle. "I'll definitely find the answer."
Shui Xian was amused by how serious she looked right now. It wasn't even a riddle though but she looked so serious about it just because he said so. He could only sigh inwardly. How can one not love this cute genius? The best thing about this cute genius was the fact that she was oblivious to a lot of worldly affairs that involved emotions.
And yes! Shui Xian meant it when he said that her lack of emotions was the best thing about her. That's because he knew it was not that she had no feelings, she was just oblivious about those feelings. Just the idea of exploring these different feelings with her was thrilling to him.
"Babes, take your time," said Shui Xian as he touched her head. "You can take your time. I can wait for you to figure it out."
"Don't worry! I'm very good with puzzles, I can definitely figure it out," Raelle reassured him.
"Emm…" Shui Xian made a noise of agreement. "I believe in you. I know my waifu can figure out anything she wants to." He picked up his bag to leave and said, "If you need anything, don't hesitate and let me know. There is no need to wait. You can call me anytime you want. Stop always waiting for the time when I'm free."
"I just don't think it's right to disturb you in the middle of the work," said Raelle.
"But it's your right to disturb me, didn't anyone tell you?"
Raelle shook her head, "I didn't hear anything about that."
"Aiyo! How can they not tell you that being a wife comes with the privilege of having the right to disturbing your husband anytime and anywhere you want! There is no need to be so considerate."
Raelle contemplated his words, "Why do I feel like something is wrong with what you just said."
Shui Xian cleared his throat, trying to hide the fact that he was indeed preaching wrong values to her. But he didn't think there was anything wrong with that. If he wanted his wife to disturb him that was his own business! If he didn't mind it, who cared what he taught her?
"Oho! Darling, stop overthinking things. It's not good for health. I know you're a genius but there is no need to overthink everything in detail. Some things, you should accept as I say. Can you do that?"
"If it doesn't harm anyone, then why not," responded Raelle. "I'll just listen to you then. I'll stop waiting for the right time to call you. I'll call exactly when I need to talk to you."
Shui Xian was overjoyed when he heard that. Finally, he was teaching something right. Although the chances of receiving her calls randomly were rare, he'd take the chances. Even if he received only one unexpected call from her, he'd be over the moon and feel content with that. After all, that'd mean Raelle actually went against her own rules. And all that, just for his sake.
He never thought it felt so good when someone did something for your sake. But now that he was faced with Raelle who actually did quite some unexpected things just for him, he couldn't even describe the emotions he was going through. He knew he was happy but there was more to this happiness. Something that was even very new to him.