Cheng Ru Shi's POV
I look at Shing-er's sleeping face for a second then back to the road. He's still the same as the first time I meet him. I was 15 at that time while he's 10. He's still full of innocence, pureness, thoughtfulness and a very easy going person. Those characteristics of him is undeniable attractive that every person will melt their hearts just watching him smile and laugh. How lucky I am to meet him. I how blessed I am to be near him, spend time with him even just a friend*for now*.
I took a glance at him again. A smile form into my lips when I saw his wrist wearing the bracelet I specially made for him 10 years ago. The design is plain. Just a silver sunflower shape as a pendant paired with 4 white pearls. I even personally engraved a word in the back of the pendant.
#note: the pendant is made out of real silver while the white pearl was exported abroad and cost $1.5 million dollars each. Xaoi Shing didn't know that he's new found friend is of a 3rd generation rich kid. He thought that the bracelet is made out of fake materials that's why he carelessly wear it without knowing that he's always carrying a million dollars on his wrist*na ol*#
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(Flash Back)
SY CITY
Year 2010
Visiting again. If not because of that old man's birthday, I wouldn't even bother coming all the way here. Tsk, how annoying. I have a very bad taste in this place. Just thinking about it makes me gritted my teeth.
When you're a pampered boy, it is expected that everything you wanted will be yours. Just a snap of your finger and they will fulfill it no matter what. But not for me. I might be pampered child with bunch of useless materials in other people's eyes but in fact, I am more like of a puppet. No freedom, no choices, no life. They want me to be perfect, exceptionally perfect. From etiquettes, to literature, to arts, sports, musical instruments and even how to act in a social gatherings or in public places. A well educated child. A lot of people envy me without knowing how difficult it is to be part of a family who only knows nothing but money. No love, no care not even a little bit of worries can be seen from their eyes whenever I get sick. As long as Im still breathing, I am their slave, their toy, their puppet that they can easily manipulate since I don't have power to live on my own. I have their blood. A disposal.
When the plane finally landed. We head directly to the old man's manor riding his latest SUV.
The old man's house is in a secluded area. When we reach the old man's manor, the maids and butlers form a two rows greeted us with their head bows.
The head butler approach us with his professional*fake*smile. Bowing his his with his right hand in his chest.
"Welcome home, Master Cheng, Mrs. Cheng and Young Master Shi. The old Master is waiting for your arrival, he's in the living room now"
The head butler walk before us leading the way to the living room.
The old man is sitting comfortably while holding a cup of tea.
"Old Master, your son and his family had arrived"
"Mmm, your dismissed"
The head master bow his head then leave afterwards.
"I already expected you to come home late but I didn't expect it to see that piece of shit with you. Are you doing it on purpose?"
(Here we go again)
"Ofcourse not, father. I will not do anything that will not pleased you. It's just that he is the image of our company. If I didn't bring him with us, people will think that we're unregarded him. And besides, you can make him marry any heiress in the business world to expand our connection"
"Mmm, you're right. I know some people who accepted a contractual marriage. I'll spare you this time"
"Thanks, father"
"You must be tired from your travel. Your room is ready, go have some rest"
We're about to leave when suddenly the old man call out my name.
"You, Ru Shi stay here. I have something to talk to you"
I look at the old man with a confused look then shifting my head to took at my father who's currently staring at me with a warning glare. I simply nodded to him while they continue to walk out the living room.
"What is it grampa?"
I remain standing besides the sofa. If the old man didn't give you any permission on sitting, then no one else will sit.
"Don't call me that, you're not my grandchild"
I lower my head before replying.
"Yes. I'm sorry Sir"
"Good. I won't beat around the bush. Later tonight in my birthday celebration, I will introduce you to my comrades as my grandchild. You know what I mean right?"
I only nodded.
"Good. I want you to behave as good as possible. You will accompany me until I told you to leave, understand?
"Yes"
"Indeed an obedient dog. Your father really nurtured you will"
Hearing his words, a sudden urge to kill him rushed to my throat. My body felt like it's going to explode. I tried calming myself but it only keep on raging.
(Endure it, endure it. I will have my revenge soon. Think of something else. Think of something else)
"Do you hear me? RU SHI, DO YOU FUCKING HEAR ME?"
I snapped out of my thoughts when I suddenly hear a loud voice from the old man.
"Pardon?"
"You little piece of shit. Bastard. I keep on talking here yet you didn't even listen to any of it? Ha! I already expect less from a bastard like you. Get out I don't want to see you here"
Before I leave, I slightly bow my head then run aside the manor.
(Away, I want to go away)
I keep on running without direction until I reach an abandoned playground inside the forest.
I walk closer to it. Everything is covered with dust and is already rusty. I wondered around until I saw a single swing. It looks old but it is the only thing that's pretty clean.
I went to the swing. I observe the durability of the rope.
(I guess it's safe)
I sit in it. Swaying back and forth slowly while my feet is touching the ground for support.
The sky is clear, the air is fresh with no sign of pollution. It's very peaceful. I close my eyes while indulging myself to a once in a lifetime opportunity. In the middle of my indulgence, i heard a soft whimper. I open my eyes and look around.
"Hello? Hello? Is somebody in there?"
I call out a few times until I heard a voice. A baby voice.
"Please help"
"Where are you?"
"I'm scared. It hurts"
"Don't be scared. I..I'll help you but please tell me where exactly are you?"
"Bush"
"Which bush?"
"Infront"
(Infront?)
I walk closer to the bunch of grasses. I flip in over only to find a very pretty boy crying. I feel dumbfounded. My heart skip a beat. He's face is very delicate like a porcelain doll. Even the tears falling from his eyes down to his checks looks so cute. He's beauty is incomparable.
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To Be Continued
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