Chapter 29: Hard to Control Emotions

After Gu Nanyan personally began teaching Xiao Mumu to paint, no more sounds of crying were heard from the art room. Instead, the sounds of playful laughter could be heard.

Qin Yuwei was extremely curious about what was going on inside, but the servants outside blocked her, and she couldn’t go in.

What could Gu Nanyan possibly teach Xiao Mumu with her limited skills? She had no idea how she had convinced Master Shen to let her take on the task of the upcoming painting competition.

Such a great opportunity to gain favor in front of Shen Shao was snatched away by Gu Nanyan, who had appeared out of nowhere. This woman must be deliberately getting in her way.

Fortunately, Qin Yuwei had known Gu Nanyan for many years and was well aware of her level. There was no way she could teach Xiao Mumu well!

“Teacher Qin, Mrs. Shen has said that, aside from Master Shen, no one is allowed to disturb when she is teaching Little Master,” a new servant said indifferently when facing Qin Yuwei.

“I’ve been Little Master’s teacher for many years, I’m not just anyone,” Qin Yuwei said, still unwilling to give up as she listened to the playful sounds from inside. She really wanted to see how Gu Nanyan was misleading the child. The noises made it sound like they were just playing around, not learning.

If Shen Shao saw this, the opportunity for the painting competition might still fall into her hands.

“I’ve already said it. Aside from Master Shen, no one is allowed,” the servant repeated, giving her a cold look.

Qin Yuwei ground her teeth in frustration. What was going on in this house lately? Why were all the servants ignoring her? They seemed to have forgotten that she was the one who had been by Xiao Mumu’s side the longest!

Gu Nanyan may be his biological mother, but did she fulfill any of the responsibilities of a mother these past few years? They were all so blind!

Angry, Qin Yuwei turned to leave. However, she hadn’t walked far when she saw Shen Biyan’s Rolls-Royce driving into the estate.

Her eyes lit up. Shen Shao was back.

Once the car was parked in front of the main house, Qin Yuwei quickly walked over.

Shen Biyan and Ling Hanzhi got out of the car, with Ling Hanzhi holding a stack of documents. When he saw Qin Yuwei approaching Shen Biyan, Ling Hanzhi glanced around. Every time Shen Shao came back, it was always this private tutor to greet him. Where was Mrs. Shen? If one didn’t know better, they would think the tutor was the lady of the house.

However, if it was about appearance and grace, Mrs. Shen was definitely more outstanding. But in terms of personality… Mrs. Shen was too strong-willed. The tutor, on the other hand, seemed gentle.

Thinking about what Gu Nanyan had done not long ago, Ling Hanzhi couldn’t help but break out in a cold sweat on his back. He didn’t dare gossip any further and quickly headed to the study with the documents.

Shen Biyan was also about to go straight to the study, but Qin Yuwei called out to him, “Shen Shao, Nanyan and Xiao Mumu are having a great time in the art room. Would you like to go see them?”

Shen Biyan paused mid-step. A glint of light flickered in his deep eyes, and he turned toward the art room.

Qin Yuwei was pleased with his response. Gu Nanyan, you don’t let me in, but you think Shen Shao won’t see how you’re misleading Xiao Mumu? Shen Shao will personally go in and take a look. You’re finished!

Qin Yuwei wouldn’t miss the opportunity to watch the drama unfold, so she followed behind Shen Biyan as he walked toward the art room.

When Shen Biyan arrived at the art room, everything had quieted down. His heavy footsteps entered the room, and what caught his eye were Gu Nanyan and Xiao Mumu sitting in front of a painting board, both painting.

The light in the room was good, and the warm glow bathed both of them. Shen Biyan briefly glanced at his son, but his gaze quickly settled on the woman in front of the painting board.

Her black hair was casually tied back with a headband, and her delicate face was fully exposed. A few stray strands of hair hung on either side, giving her a disheveled yet lazy beauty.

She was wearing a bright floral dress today. No, upon closer inspection, the dress was pure white, and the colorful flowers printed on it seemed freshly painted, giving an impression of unique creativity.

He was a little surprised, and after a moment’s hesitation, he looked up again.

To his surprise, Gu Nanyan noticed him. Under the warm light, she turned her head and smiled at him, the warmth of her smile shining brightly. “Biyan, you’re back.”

The way she said “Biyan” didn’t seem to strike the right chord in his heart. His deep, dark eyes swirled with emotions that were hard to interpret.

Would it have been better if she called him “hubby”?

“Dad!” Xiao Mumu also leaned out his little face and greeted Shen Biyan. His cute face was covered in paint, making him look like a little painted cat.

Shen Biyan walked over and glanced at their paintings. Both were painting sunflowers. Gu Nanyan’s painting was almost finished, with seven or eight bright sunflowers in an oval vase, reminiscent of Van Gogh’s style. Xiao Mumu was painting a sunflower field, which was also taking shape.

Xiao Mumu was so happy during his first art lesson. He pointed at his mom’s dress and said, “Mom designed this dress. Does it look good, Dad?”

“Mm, it looks good,” Shen Biyan replied as he looked at Gu Nanyan’s dress. The flowers printed on it looked harmonious, and the fresh, unique design was even more beautiful than many high-end brand dresses on the market.

He glanced briefly before looking back at her face. Gu Nanyan was focused on finishing the final touches on her painting. She was so absorbed that her face was slightly lowered, with stray strands of hair falling onto her face. Her small, delicate ears were pink, and under the soft light, her neck looked fair and tender, so much so that it almost seemed like he could smell the fragrance of her skin.

Shen Biyan’s throat unconsciously tightened again.

“All done,” Gu Nanyan said, putting down her brush and turning back to look at him with a natural smile. “How’s it? Not bad, right?”

She had once majored in medicine, but her wide range of interests and talent made her excel at whatever she learned. She had even held an international art exhibition before.

So Qin Yuwei’s mockery of her seemed extremely ridiculous.

“Mm.” Shen Biyan’s deep eyes gazed into her bright ones, a surge of nearly uncontrollable emotions stirring in his chest.

Gu Nanyan seemed to sense this. She froze for a moment, then quickly turned her gaze to Xiao Mumu. “Our little Mumu is great too.”

“Yes, Dad, I’m also great, I’m really great!” Xiao Mumu joined in, wanting to receive praise.

“Mm,” Shen Biyan replied absently, before walking up behind Gu Nanyan. “Your headband is falling off.”

His deep, hoarse voice came from above her, and with a swift motion, he gently tugged the slipping headband from her hair, slowly and patiently fixing it for her.

Gu Nanyan’s body stiffened at the touch. Every time his hand brushed against her back, it sent a shiver down her spine, and the scent of his cologne made her feel electrified, as if every part of her body was tingling with sensation.