Chapter 48 His Gentleness

If Aliana knew about Hugh's idea, she would have definitely rolled her eyes.

When Leia caught the loach on TV, they praised Leia for becoming skillful and sensible.

They said she was brave!

What about now?

I was just selling vegetables and yet I was scolded and criticized like this.

The difference in treatment should not be too severe.

The vegetables on the vegetable stall were almost sold out around noon.

"Congratulations! You completed today's task!"

After the staff members confirmed with Rebecca, they looked at the two exhausted and sweaty individuals with smiles on their faces.

Reid and Aliana relaxed for a moment and took a long breath.

The two people looked at each other and smiled, then they high-fived each other.

Rebecca also rarely smiled. She took out the money she earned from selling vegetables today and handed two bills to the two of them.

"This is the result of your labor today."

The two of them happily took the two banknotes.

Looking at the staff with confusion, I asked if these two can be taken.

The staff hadn't said anything yet, but Rebecca directly stuffed it into Reid's pocket.

"Take it! Who works without getting paid! Buy some good food for the little girl! Look at how thin she is!"

The proud Rebecca spoke so much for the first time, and she felt a little embarrassed. After stuffing the money, she went to tidy up her things.

The two of them completed their tasks, so they returned first and had a good rest.

Reid took off his apron and scooped up Aliana in his arms, striding out with big steps.

Not having completed the task, Reid's face looked a bit serious.

Aliana was quite sensitive and she noticed something off about Reid, which made her feel a bit uneasy.

Approach Reid cautiously.

The two of them returned to the mud house in silence.

What happened? Why does it feel a little off?

I also felt it, Aliana was scared.

What happened to Reid? Did he discover something?

Hmm... I think it's better to tell the child a little bit and reveal some information, otherwise it's easy to be misunderstood.

Yeah, I found it strange too, let alone children.

And Aliana is not as confident as we thought. Look at her now, she doesn't even dare to move.

The people in the live broadcast room also sensed something amiss between the two of them, and they were discussing it below.

Reid held Aliana tightly, and he could naturally feel the stiffness in the little girl's body in his arms.

But he still didn't speak...

Back in the cabin, the staff members were too afraid to say anything as they watched Reid sit on the edge of the bed, holding Aliana and placing her on his lap.

"Aliana, I had something to tell you."

"Umm... Okay, Daddy."

Aliana's heart thumped loudly.

After she finished work, she calmed down and then realized that she had done many things that were not suitable for a seven-year-old child while selling vegetables.

I didn't know what I was panicking about.

She reflexively remembered the members of the Harriman family, who only wore such serious expressions when criticizing and reprimanding themselves.

Reid had become milder, but Aliana still felt a little scared deep down.

She was too nervous, and the timidity and gradually darkening light in her eyes made Reid even more uneasy.

He reached out and grabbed Aliana's icy cold hands.

A tremor ran through my heart.

"Aliana, you did exceptionally well today. You helped me find someone, and your weighing machine worked even better than mine. In my eyes, and in everyone else's eyes, you truly are an impressive child."

Aliana's nervousness ceased.

Is this praising someone?

Why does the atmosphere of praising people have to be so serious?

She blinked her eyes in confusion, looking at Reid.

Reid's serious face looked at her innocent eyes, resembling a deer, and he chuckled softly.

His fair and slender fingers tapped her nose.

"What's the tension for? Do you think your Daddy would scold you?"

Aliana was completely confused.

Neither of us had ever seen Reid smile so gently in both of our lifetimes.

Her head now was like a paste, confused and hazy.

Ahhhhhh!!! So gentle! So gentle!!!

Why do I feel like among these few people, Reid feels the most like a dad?

He has never treated other children like this before!

Boohoo, I envy Aliana so much, but I also feel a little sorry for her. Just now, her face was pale and she didn't dare to speak.

Aliana seemed to have a story...

I also think that even if she is a wealthy young lady, she is too mature, which is a bit abnormal.

This is also a point that Reid cared about.

He caressed Aliana's hands, hoping to warm her up.

"You did a great job, but I still hope you can relax a bit and do what you enjoy. Look at how nice the environment is here, just play around. Even though Daddy doesn't know anything, I can learn. It's my responsibility after all, since I am your intern dad now."

Reid's words caused Aliana's heart to wrench open instantly.

It swelled and felt sour like a sponge.

She was so sore that her jaw started to ache.

Not allowing oneself to make any sound...

But her eyes gradually became bloodshot, and she looked at Reid with teary eyes.

Tears just wouldn't fall.

She tried hard to hold her breath, and then secretly took a breath...

Quickly adjusting oneself.

Reid frowned with concern and embraced Aliana, patting her shoulder.

In his mind, scenes from his childhood emerged, where he was comforted by his father's embrace.

Imitating diligently, making Aliana feel at ease.

"It's okay, it's okay, dear. You're just a child, don't think too much... Relax, Daddy can see that you're really tired. How about we find some time to go out and play together?"

Feeling the cool drops on his shoulder, Reid stood up in a slightly panicked state, comforting Aliana nestled against his neck.

Aliana clenched Reid's clothes, bravely wiped her own eyes, and the light gradually returned to her eyes.

She did not cry recklessly, her restrained expression made netizens feel even more heartbroken.

I told you, being too sensible is a disadvantage!

"It turns out she has gone through a lot of hardships... Seeing her like that early in the morning, I felt tired."

I cried when I saw it. Now I am worried that my child would be like this.

Oh dear, I can't stand this kind of thing as I'm getting older.

The doll was so well-behaved! It was so well-behaved that it made my heart ache!

In the live broadcast, Aliana's careful nestling in Reid's arms made everyone's hearts feel a touch of sourness...

They all cheered for Aliana one after another.

Among these people who were cheering, Tomas and Joshua were not present.

In the company, Joshua saw Aliana with red eyes, wrapped in tears.

But it just didn't all fall down.

She was not like other children, with vivid and exaggerated expressions, but rather like other adults.

Hide one's vulnerability.

Suddenly, Joshua reached out to his chest, trying to suppress his agitated and painful heart.

Breathing became heavier, easing the strange feeling in the heart.

Turn off your phone immediately.

I didn't look at Aliana anymore.