Translator: Henyee Translations  Editor: Henyee Translations
Li Xiwu had 11 days of holidays after the new year. It would probably be a waste if she only spent these 11 days in the capital. Hence, she discussed it with Pei Jingzhou and decided to take Yaoyao and Youyou overseas for a trip during the holidays.
Their destination was tentatively Alaska.
The family of four would bring almost no luggage on this trip. All the necessities and equipment would be purchased after they arrived in Alaska. It was also to be able to have fun. The luggage they carried with them would only be a burden.
Ever since Youyou was brought back from Country T by Gu Lanshi, she had never gone on a transnational trip. She, who had been living in the capital, looked forward to this transnational trip and kept muttering.
When Yaoyao was by Madam Di Xinâs side, he would occasionally be taken to other countries by Madam Di Xin. He was actually not happy about going on a long trip and was even a little resistant. It was often easy for his stomach to feel uncomfortable because of the acclimatization.
This was also what Li Xiwu was worried about.
This time, after Yaoyao learned that he was going on a long trip, he expressed his protest with silenceâhe didnât want to go!
Li Xiwu and Pei Jingzhou took turns doing mental homework for Yaoyao.
Then, they realized that Yaoyaoâs resistance to going on a long trip actually came from after he went on a long trip. Most of the time, he was alone in an unfamiliar place, and Madam Di Xin, who brought him on a long trip, was busy with other things. Without anyone to accompany him, this led to him not liking to go on a long trip.
When Li Xiwu found out that this was the reason, although her heart ached for Yaoyao, she did not blame Madam Di Xin.
As the former Prime Ministerâs wife, Madam Di Xin could not keep Yaoyao by her side all the time because she wanted to protect Yaoyaoâs safety. However, Yaoyao needed company more. In the end, Yaoyao could only stay alone in the well-protected high wall.
Li Xiwu squatted in front of Yaoyao and zipped up his jacket. She said gently, âMom and Dad promise you that we will be by your side all the time on this long trip. No matter where we go, we will bring you along, okay?â
Yaoyao still did not say anything. He had been silent for almost two hours.
No matter what Li Xiwu said, Yaoyao always protested with silence. Li Xiwuâs heart ached, but she was helpless because she really didnât know what method to use to make Yaoyao believe that she wouldnât leave him in one place this time.
Pei Jingzhou walked over with a frown. He gestured for Li Xiwu to get up first, then picked up Yaoyao and placed him on the high chair beside him. He turned to Li Xiwu and said, âYou can leave first. Iâll talk to this kid alone.â
Li Xiwu knew very well that Pei Jingzhou only doted on Yaoyao more than she did. Naturally, he would not use his dignity to make Yaoyao compromise. âOkay,â she said. She glanced at Yaoyao before turning to leave.
After Li Xiwu left, only Pei Jingzhou and Yaoyao were left in the room. The atmosphere was very quiet. âLi Yangui,â Pei Jingzhou said in a serious tone.
Yaoyao was still looking in the direction of the door, because Li Xiwu had just gone out in that direction. Hearing his father call him, he turned to look at him. Pei Jingzhou looked at the little guyâs unhappy expression and said, âMake a statement.â
Yaoyao lowered his eyes, trying to hide his emotions with his eyes. Pei Jingzhou was very patient. He placed his arm on the side of the chair. âYour mother told you just now. Why didnât you believe her?â
Yaoyao continued to droop his head, ignoring Pei Jingzhouâs words. Pei
Jingzhouâs expression darkened. âLi Yangui, raise your head and answer me. Donât just lower your head. What kind of person are you?â
Yaoyao slowly raised his head. He looked up at his angry father, but they only looked at each other and did not say a word.
Pei Jingzhou could not do anything to him. Before he could reason again, he suddenly heard his son call out to him in a muffled voiceâ âDad.â
Pei Jingzhou raised his eyebrows. When the kid finally spoke, he asked, âWhat do you want to say?â
Yaoyao fell silent again, as if he was hesitating about how to express himself. Pei Jingzhou did not rush him and waited patiently. In the end, Yaoyao mustered his courage and said, âl donât want to go.â
Pei Jingzhou was not surprised and only asked, âYou really donât want to go?â
Yaoyao did not remain silent this time. He shook his head first, then said, â1 donât want to go.â
Pei Jingzhou raised his eyebrows. âOkay, I understand.â
Yaoyao was very happy. His usually silent expression was a little livelier than usual. It was obvious that he was really happy not to go overseas.
Pei Jingzhou retracted his hand and took two steps back. He leaned against the cabinet behind him leisurely and looked down at his son, who was relieved because he had promised not to go abroad.
Pei Jingzhou smiled. Young brat, fighting with me?
âIâve decided,â Pei Jingzhou suddenly said.
Yaoyao looked confused. What had Dad decided?
Pei Jingzhou said, âIâve decided not to bring your mother and Youyou to Alaska.â
Yaoyao:
Pei Jingzhou raised his hand and rubbed his eyebrows, avoiding his sonâs gaze. âYour mother mentioned to me several times that she wanted to watch the most beautiful aurora, but she couldnât find time because of work. Itâs her annual leave now, and itâs also time to watch the aurora.â
At this point, Pei Jingzhou said regretfully, âWhat a pity. This is such a good opportunity. She canât see the aurora sheâs been longing for.â
Yaoyao frowned. âDoes Mom want to see the aurora?â
âYes, she really wants to.â Pei Jingzhou then said, âBut we wonât have the chance to go this year. Iâll tell her later. Why donât we wait until next year?â
With that, Pei Jingzhou left. When he passed by Yaoyao, he grabbed Pei Jingzhouâs sleeve anxiously. Not only was he anxious, but his tone also sounded anxious. âDad.â
Pei Jingzhou stopped in his tracks and looked sideways at Yaoyao. Yaoyao raised his head. âIâm not going, but youâre taking Mom to see the aurora.â
Pei Jingzhou shook his head. âNo.â
Yaoyao immediately asked, âWhy not?â
Pei Jingzhou told him the truth. âBecause your mother wants to bring you and Youyou along. Since you canât go, she naturally has to change her plan.â
Yaoyao asked, âChange the plan?â
Pei Jingzhou revealed a bored expression. âSheâd probably have to go back to the company to work overtime. The vacation will end early.â
At this point, Pei Jingzhou deliberately said, âYou have to know that no mother will abandon her child to see the beauty of the world alone. If she really abandons her child one day, it must be because her child has grown up and can see this beautiful world on his own.â
Pei Jingzhou raised his wrist, indicating for Yaoyao to let go. But Yaoyao did not let go.. He pleaded in a low voice, âDad, can you take Mom and Sister to see the beauty of this world?â