Surviving the Apocalypse with Five Children [MTL]

Chapter 16-20

Chapter 16: Black Rain [3]

Wen Xiaoxiao understood her son's reason for not addressing him as "dad" - it was simple, he had a small knot in his heart. Despite how much he might long for a father, he hadn't seen him even once in the four years' time. There was still a trace of resentment lingering within him, which was why he seemed much more mature than other children.

Wen Xiaoxiao let out a sigh. Though she felt nothing towards Bo Yiliang, she had to admit that he was the children's father. Looking at Wen Mo, she spoke, "Son, he is your father. Even though he hasn't returned in so many years, there must be a reason for it."

"When Dad explained earlier, didn't you hear it too? He was on a mission, got shot, fell into a coma for a year, and just woke up recently. He came to find us, which shows he cares about us," Wen Xiaoxiao said.

"Alright, take these cookies and cupcakes over. Mom will have dinner ready soon," Wen Xiaoxiao said, busy with the dishes in her hands, addressing Wen Mo.

Wen Mo emerged from the kitchen, placing the items on the coffee table without a word. His gaze towards Bo Yiliang held a mix of emotions.

Bo Yiliang's eyes met those of the child who bore a striking resemblance to himself, and he felt a sense of helplessness. It seemed he had to explain things to them properly; otherwise, those three kids wouldn't forgive him.

Before long, Wen Xiaoxiao returned from the kitchen with the prepared meal. "Time to eat," she said. With so many people present, she had prepared an ample amount of food.

At the dining table, they ate in silence, with no one speaking.

Qi Yan finished two bowls, his belly now round and full. Wen Xiaoxiao washed the dishes and turned to Bo Yiliang, asking, "Aren't you leaving?"

"No, there's something I want to talk to you about," Bo Yiliang replied, looking at Wen Xiaoxiao.

Indeed, he had many things to discuss with her. With the impending change in circumstances, she couldn't handle five kids on her own. If he was leaving, he would take them with him.

"Then wait a moment, I'll go bathe the kids," Wen Xiaoxiao said.

"Alright."

With the five children in tow, Wen Xiaoxiao entered the room and asked them, "Do you like your dad?"

Wen Bei and Wen Xiao nodded, but Wen Mo, Wen Heng, and Wen Yang remained silent.

Wen Xiaoxiao didn't know what to say, looking at the three of them with a hint of helplessness.

Approaching them, she touched their heads, feeling a pang of discomfort as she said, "Don't you all want a dad? Now that Dad's back, why aren't you calling him?"

The three of them lowered their heads, eyes reddening, and stepped forward to hug Wen Xiaoxiao.

"Mom... I can't say it."

Wen Bei and Wen Xiao looked at their three older brothers crying and began to cry as well.

Wen Xiaoxiao's heart ached as she wiped away their tears, softly saying, "Darlings, if you want to call him, then call him! He's your dad."