Chapter 816: Unlimited Doting
Gu Shaoting didn’t seem to notice that Shu Pan was already awake and watching him.
In the bright sunlight, his actions while holding Xiaobao were so tender that she was entranced, unable to move for a long time.
In the future, whenever she recalled Mr. Gu’s most charming moments, this scene would inevitably come to mind.
Shu Pan didn’t make a sound as she walked quietly over, her steps light. She wrapped her arms around his waist from behind, pressing her cheek against his broad back, almost wishing time could stop at this moment.
Gu Shaoting, always focused on his tasks, kept his eyes on the baby in his arms, seemingly never getting enough. It wasn’t until he felt her presence that he realized Shu Pan had embraced him from behind and softly called his name.
He chuckled deeply, looking at her delicate hands clasped around his waist. “Awake already? Why not sleep a little longer?”
“I’ve had enough sleep. Why are you up so early?” She thought about how he had been at the hospital taking care of Grandpa, looking worn out after a week, and it pained her to see him like that.
“I’m fine. My body clock hasn’t adjusted yet.”
Shu Pan moved from behind him to sit beside him and then reached out to poke Xiaobao’s little cheek.
She then grumbled, “You little rascal, you ignore me when your daddy is home, but cling to me tightly when he’s away. What’s with that?”
Gu Shaoting found her serious talk with Xiaobao amusing. He reached out, pinched her cheek gently, and smiled warmly, “Isn’t it nice that Xiaobao clings to you?”
“Nice? I can’t get anything done.” Shu Pan pouted.
“What do you want to do? I’ll keep you company today.” Mr. Gu was indeed endlessly indulgent with his wife.
“I haven’t thought about it yet.” Shu Pan knew he had been exhausted recently because of Grandpa’s illness. She was just venting earlier, without any specific intention.
“Let me know when you think of something.” Gu Shaoting smiled indulgently.
“Okay.” His warm, loving gaze made her feel truly cherished.
“How about you two come to the office with me today?” Gu Shaoting suddenly suggested.
“You’ll be busy at the company. We’ll just be in the way.” Shu Pan frowned, wondering why he was in the mood for this.
“It’s fine. There’s nothing urgent today, just some paperwork. Once I’m done, I can take you out. I’ve neglected you lately, and it’s boring for you to be stuck at home all the time.” Gu Shaoting’s reasoning left her with little to argue against, especially since Xiaobao was already clutching his father’s shirt, unwilling to let go.
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The CEO’s office of Gu Group was normally a place of serious business, the sleek floors of the office today were occupied by a little one, wobbling and babbling as he crawled around. Standing nearby, Gu Shaoting’s tall and handsome figure kept a gentle watch, ready to intervene should the child stumble.
Shu Pan, sitting on the office sofa, felt at a loss. She watched Xiaobao, her face full of resignation, realizing that with him here, Gu Shaoting probably wouldn’t be able to get much done.
“You go ahead and work; I’ll keep an eye on him,” Shu Pan suggested, knowing that at this rate, it would be a while before they could leave.
“It’s fine, there’s nothing urgent. Look, he seems to enjoy being here. Maybe you should bring him more often,” Gu Shaoting replied with a smile.
Shu Pan couldn’t help but roll her eyes at him. Did he think the office was a playground?