Ever since that day at the [Miracle Building] when he caught a glimpse of Li Tianming, Qin Siyang hadn't heard any news of him coming by again.
The Blue Water Glazed Star Ore he had prepared for Li Tianming also hadn't been delivered yet, since he never found the time.
All of Li Tianming's energy was devoted to accompanying his son.
He had even spent money to buy a house near South Glory University.
For him and his son to live in.
Qin Siyang hadn't planned on disturbing Li Tianming in the matter of spending time with his son.
But a few days later, Chen Fenghe came looking for Qin Siyang, hoping he could do her a favor.
Seeing Chen Fenghe's haggard appearance, Qin Siyang didn't understand what was going on.
Since his own room was already rented out, he hurriedly asked the front desk to open a guest room for Chen Fenghe to stay in, and then asked what kind of trouble she was facing.
Qin Siyang also had some guesses in his heart.
Chen Fenghe looking for him, what else could it be about?
Eight or nine times out of ten, it was related to Li Tianming.
Sure enough.
"Little Qin, Old Li told me that from now on he might cut off contact with me."
Qin Siyang handed Chen Fenghe a cup of hot water.
Watching her hold the cup nervously, there wasn't the slightest trace left of the elegance and poise of the former Dean Chen.
"Dean Chen, did Old Li say the reason?"
Qin Siyang deliberately addressed her as Dean Chen instead of "Mistress," naturally realizing that there might be problems between the two of them, and it would be inappropriate to act familiar as before.
"He said his son's state isn't good right now. If he keeps staying with me, he'll drag me down too."
Qin Siyang's first reaction was that what Li Tianming said didn't seem wrong.
He was already overwhelmed himself. If he still forced himself to be with Chen Fenghe, he might end up pulling her into it as well.
Out of gratitude for Chen Fenghe's life-saving grace, and out of goodwill, Qin Siyang said frankly, "Dean Chen, honestly, Old Li is really entangled in troubles right now, and his own state has issues. I don't think if you stay with him, it'll be as comfortable as before."
Chen Fenghe only gave a soft laugh, "Do you think I'm that easy to satisfy, just watching him live comfortably with Ye Hongqing?"
Such a simple, offhand line carried so much grief and resentment.
It made Qin Siyang feel as though his heart was pinched.
But Chen Fenghe's obsession with Li Tianming also made Qin Siyang somewhat exasperated.
"Dean Chen, why do you have to cling to Li Tianming, that Mediterranean bald man with a beer belly? With your conditions, is it that hard to find a considerate and kind partner?"
"Did Li Tianming save your life or something?"
Chen Fenghe lifted her head and glanced at Qin Siyang, a little puzzled, "Old Li never told you?"
"Told me what?"
"He really did save my life. Three times."
"Three…", Qin Siyang was stunned speechless when he heard that.
Saved her life three times, no wonder Chen Fenghe's tolerance for Li Tianming was so high, and she was still willing to accompany him all the way to that godforsaken Zone 14121 to serve as a mere little dean.
Both favor and affection, who could remain calm about that.
Chen Fenghe continued, "Actually, saving my life is only one part. I wouldn't force myself to marry him out of obligation for that, like biting into a bitter fruit."
"I truly like Old Li, so deeply that there's no room for anyone else in my eyes. As long as I can be with him, I'm content."
"Besides, now that Ye Hongqing betrayed him and was killed by you all, if I'm with Li Tianming, there's no obstacle and no psychological burden. Why should I have to leave him?"
Qin Siyang didn't know how to persuade Chen Fenghe anymore.
Thinking it over, both in terms of emotion and reason, Chen Fenghe's feelings for Li Tianming stood on solid ground, what could he say to persuade her otherwise?
Besides, the problem lay with Li Tianming in the first place, so why did he have to persuade Chen Fenghe at all?
So Qin Siyang could only say, "Dean Chen, then why did you come to me? How do you want me to help you?"
Chen Fenghe's gaze turned expectant, "Of course I hope you can help me persuade Old Li."
"What about Principal Zhang and them? Principal Zhang has known Old Li for so many years, they're close as brothers. Wouldn't it be easier for him to persuade him than me?"
"I asked Zhang Kuang. He said that because of Old Li's son, he himself doesn't even know when would be a good time to see Old Li."
Only then did Qin Siyang remember.
Right now, Li Pengfei thought Zhang Kuang was his own father.
That did put Zhang Kuang in a difficult spot.
Even though Zhang Kuang himself had done nothing at all.
Thinking of this, Qin Siyang silently cursed Guo Jiuxiao again in his heart.
"Little Qin, right now, the only one who can talk to Old Li about personal matters is you."
Qin Siyang stayed silent for a moment, then asked, "Dean Chen, are you willing to live together with Old Li and his son?"
"I'm willing."
"I might sound a little rude, but I have to ask clearly. I don't want to see you regret it later. Aren't you afraid Old Li's son won't accept you, and will make you suffer for it?"
Chen Fenghe's eyes curved in a gentle smile, "Child, you really are considerate and thoughtful. I wonder which young girl will be lucky to marry you in the future."
Qin Siyang could feel the warmth of Chen Fenghe's affection for him.
She tucked back some messy strands of hair, "As for his son, I'll treat him kindly. If he can accept me, that's the best. If he can't, I won't take it to heart."
"I've said it, being able to be with Old Li is enough for me."
Chen Fenghe's heart was tied completely to Li Tianming. She had thought everything through regarding Li Pengfei as well, and her attitude was firm beyond doubt.
"Alright. Since you put it that way, I'll ask Old Li. Stay here for two days, rest well, and I'll tell you as soon as I have news."
Chen Fenghe nodded solemnly, "Little Qin, thank you. I hope you can help me persuade Old Li."
"I'll do my best."
After settling Chen Fenghe, Qin Siyang sat alone in his chair in silence for several hours.
Then, unwillingly, he picked up his phone.
"Have to solve your material problems, and now also your relationship problems."
"I really don't know which of us is whose dad."
Since Li Tianming hadn't shown himself at South Glory University lately, he could only check in on his situation by calling.
["Hello, Little Qin."]
"Old Li, what are you busy with?"
["Oh, Little Fei wants to play with toy cars, so I'm making him a racetrack for them. Once it's finished in a couple days, I'll take him to play on the playground at South Glory campus. You can come then too. By the way, why did you call me?"]
Li Tianming's tone was filled with an air of lightness.
If you didn't know better, you'd think he was enjoying some happy family life.
But Qin Siyang knew, it was nothing but Li Tianming's self-deception.
True to his blunt, straightforward nature, Qin Siyang didn't hesitate to pour a bucket of cold water on him.
"Is your son still clamoring to see his parents?"
After Qin Siyang asked, Li Tianming fell silent for a moment.
["Little Qin, we've shared life-and-death bonds, and yet you insist on stabbing me straight in the lungs with a knife?"]