Rebirth, but baby, where are you?

Chapter 46

Qin Yu turned to look at the calm Qin Huanxi, remaining silent for a long moment before saying: “By the way, Huanxi, how is your physical recovery coming along?”

Qin Huanxi snapped back to attention and looked at Qin Yu with a smile, nodding: “I’ve completely recovered. There are no lingering aftereffects.”

“That’s good.” Qin Yu visibly relaxed, his pale and haggard face showing a genuinely heartfelt smile. It was clear he truly cared about Qin Huanxi. He said softly, “Back then, seeing you lying in the hospital without any signs of life, no matter how we called to you, you didn’t respond. Even the doctors said you might never wake up. I still feel frightened thinking about it now. Fortunately, you managed to pull through.”

Qin Huanxi’s eyes widened in slight surprise: “Little Uncle came back?”

Qin Yu nodded with a smile: “When you first had the car accident, Dad called to tell me. Actually, even if no one had notified me, with such a serious car accident you were in, the news coverage was overwhelming. I saw it even from abroad.”

Qin Huanxi’s lips curved slightly: “Thank you, Little Uncle.”

Qin Huanxi’s favorable impression of Qin Yu deepened another layer. To be able to maintain a sincere and ordinary heart in such a complex wealthy family, having encountered such unfair treatment from childhood—Qin Yu really had it quite difficult. If it were him in that position, he wouldn’t dare easily guarantee he could still maintain his original intentions without a trace of resentment.

Qin Yu shook his head with a light laugh, casually observing Qin Huanxi. Aside from that time lying in the hospital, it had been over a year since he’d seen Qin Huanxi. If not for this chance encounter, he didn’t know when he’d be able to see him again. He just didn’t know if it was his imagination, but he always felt that the current Qin Huanxi was very different from before.

Qin Huanxi was the Qin family’s pride and hope, the most outstanding musician of this generation. The old master had placed almost all his expectations on Qin Huanxi alone. Qin Yu had possessed a passion for violin that transcended life itself since childhood, a passion that gave him a kindred feeling toward Qin Huanxi.

Qin Yu knew his personality wasn’t particularly likeable, and he lacked the capital to draw attention. At least in front of Qin Huanxi, he became exceptionally dim and colorless. If Qin Huanxi was the moon shining in the starry sky, then he was just one of the insignificant stars among those that surrounded the moon.

Even so, Qin Yu didn’t want to complain about fate. After all, no one could choose their birth, but as long as one had sufficient confidence and courage, they could always choose their future. The Qin family had too many outstanding descendants. With his status, staying in the Qin family would only result in being buried among them.

Actually, Qin Yu was also very afraid. He feared that continuing to stay in the Qin family, he would gradually lose his true nature amid mockery and exclusion, turning himself into the type of person he most despised. So he chose to stay away. He firmly believed that as long as his original intentions remained unchanged, someday he could shine with his most treasured violin and become a respected musician.

If the former Qin Huanxi was like a finely carved gem radiating brilliant light, he still lacked that bit of human warmth. Then the current Qin Huanxi was a perfect diamond infused with soul and spiritual energy, becoming even more dazzling and captivating than before.

Qin Yu suddenly envied Qin Huanxi greatly. After suffering such a devastating car accident, not only had he tenaciously defeated death, but he had also made the Black Diamond, sealed for over ten years, sing her ancient and sacred melody once again. As for him, he didn’t know when he’d be able to pick up the violin again.

Qin Yu gave a self-deprecating bitter smile, forcefully suppressing the bitterness in his heart, and asked calmly: “How are Siyu and Cong’an doing?”

Qin Huanxi smiled lightly, gazing at the scenery outside the car window, and after a moment asked: “Is Little Uncle referring to their attitude toward me?”

“It seems those two haven’t changed at all.” Qin Yu chuckled softly, his mood relaxing considerably. Back when he was in the Qin family, Qin Siyu had been the most hostile toward him. Whenever she saw him, she would either mock him coldly or criticize him for not being qualified to stay in the Qin family. Even at such a young age, she already knew how to use status and position to pressure others.

Although Qin Cong’an would stop Qin Siyu each time, the kind and gentle expression he wore when facing him never had any warmth that reached his eyes. Perhaps from seeing the coldness and warmth of others so often, Qin Yu was very sensitive to people’s attitudes. Qin Cong’an wasn’t as magnanimous as his outward performance suggested; on the contrary, Qin Cong’an was the most cold-hearted person.

“Huanxi…” Qin Yu suddenly called out to Qin Huanxi in a low voice, his expression carrying some seriousness.

“Mm?” Qin Huanxi looked back at him with confusion. “What is it, Little Uncle?”

After considering for a moment, Qin Yu said: “Be careful of Qin Cong’an.”

The curve of Qin Huanxi’s mouth widened rapidly, and he nodded solemnly: “I will. Thank you, Little Uncle. Little Uncle should also take care of yourself. No matter what, we’re all family. If Little Uncle encounters any difficulties, don’t bear them alone, perhaps I can help a little. Grandfather has always been thinking of Little Uncle too.”

“Thank you!” Qin Yu suddenly felt his eyes growing warm. At least during his most helpless and isolated time, he still had family like Qin Huanxi to give him warmth. He turned his head away, hiding the complexity in his eyes, not wanting Qin Huanxi to see his embarrassment.

Only after calming his emotions did Qin Yu remember the issue he’d been worried about from breakfast until now: “Huanxi, what exactly is going on between you and Mr. Mo?”

Qin Huanxi didn’t intend to hide anything: “Xiao Yuan wanted to find a violin teacher, so Shanshan recommended me to Uncle Mo. Originally, thinking of Grandfather’s friendship with Uncle Mo, I couldn’t very well refuse. Uncle Mo even brought Xiao Yuan to find me personally. Xiao Yuan has very high violin talent. If properly taught, he’ll surely achieve extraordinary things in the future. Moreover, I genuinely like Xiao Yuan very much, so I took on the role of Xiao Yuan’s private tutor.”

Qin Yu nodded: “What about your relationship with Mr. Mo? Does Grandfather know?”

Qin Huanxi laughed: “I’m afraid I’ve caused Little Uncle to misunderstand. I only agreed to try dating him last night. The little guy usually particularly likes clinging to me. Such a small child doesn’t distinguish between genders. Whoever he likes in his heart, he wants to be his mother. It’s just childish talk!”

Pausing, Qin Huanxi continued with a somewhat serious tone: “But having said that, I’m actually quite looking forward to it in my heart.”

Hearing this, Qin Yu remained silent, his expression not as relaxed as Qin Huanxi’s. He had already tasted the pain that feelings could bring and was currently suffering torment. He didn’t want Qin Huanxi to also be hurt by emotions, causing a spiritually radiant gem to become a dull, lifeless stone.

After thinking, Qin Yu probed: “Huanxi, do you know about Xiao Yuan’s background?”

Qin Huanxi was somewhat surprised and nodded: “He’s a child Uncle Mo adopted. Xiao Yuan’s biological father is Senior Ning Xue.”

The name “Ning Xue” was like a sharp sword that viciously pierced through Qin Yu’s heart. He suddenly felt extremely sad. Both he and his nephew Qin Huanxi had fallen in love with people whose hearts had once deeply loved a man named “Ning Xue.”

It was just that Ning Shen was still immersed in the past, unable to extricate himself. He didn’t know if Mo Shaoheng had already emerged from the abyss of “Ning Xue,” but Mo Shaoheng would immediately adopt his child after Ning Xue’s death, which suggested his love had been deep indeed.

That day at Ning Shen’s villa, Qin Yu had seen countless photos and large portrait paintings of Ning Xue. Even after so much time had passed, Ning Xue’s face was still clearly etched in his mind. Even if they were just photos and portraits, they couldn’t conceal Ning Xue’s elegance. Such a man would probably be difficult for anyone to resist, even Mo Shaoheng and Ning Shen.

Qin Yu took a deep breath and asked with forced composure: “Are you certain he’s let go of his feelings for Ning Xue?”

Qin Huanxi carefully studied Qin Yu’s expression. Although Qin Yu desperately tried to hide the pain in his eyes, he could still see it clearly, and his doubts deepened abruptly. He was certain that before his rebirth, he hadn’t known Qin Yu, yet Qin Yu seemed to have some kind of intense feeling toward his past self, a feeling that caused Qin Yu great pain and despair.

Qin Huanxi thoughtfully touched his chin. However, there was one thing he was quite certain of: Qin Yu’s pain and despair weren’t because he liked him, but because his existence had indirectly caused Qin Yu’s current tormented situation.

Qin Huanxi frowned slightly. Perhaps he could ask Mo Shaoheng to help investigate Qin Yu’s recent circumstances. On the surface, he said calmly: “Little Uncle, I believe in him. But people are most vulnerable when facing emotions, because that’s when they’re most likely to lose control of themselves. No matter how deep Uncle Mo’s feelings for Ning Xue once were, as long as he can bury this relationship and hide his love for Ning Xue in his heart, devoting himself wholeheartedly to loving only me from now on, I won’t care about his past.”

Qin Yu stared fixedly at Qin Huanxi, smiling with great difficulty: “I think… Mo Shaoheng is a trustworthy person.”

Qin Huanxi nodded. Just as he was about to comfort Qin Yu with a few words, his expression suddenly became serious. He turned back sharply to look behind their car, his originally gentle expression instantly turning cold. He turned back with an expressionless face and said to the driver: “Uncle Li, maintain our current speed. Don’t deliberately try to shake them off or avoid them.”

“Yes, Young Master Qin!” The driver’s expression also became extremely serious. He knew Qin Huanxi wasn’t an ordinary person and must already have a solid plan and idea in mind, so he followed Qin Huanxi’s orders, maintaining normal speed as if he hadn’t noticed the vehicle following closely behind.

Qin Yu was startled by Qin Huanxi’s sudden change in demeanor. Hearing the conversation between Qin Huanxi and the driver, his heart also tensed up. He turned to look through the rear window of the car, and when he clearly saw the vehicle following them, that familiar black Mercedes, fear arose spontaneously.

“Little Uncle, don’t worry. Just stay in the car peacefully. I’ll handle the rest.” Qin Huanxi’s tone was very relaxed.

Qin Yu looked at Qin Huanxi somewhat dazedly. Seeing Qin Huanxi smile with such calm composure, he once again deeply felt Qin Huanxi’s tremendous change, making him feel quite unfamiliar. The aura Qin Huanxi had emanated when his face turned cold just now seemed familiar, as if he’d seen it somewhere before. That person had possessed the same powerful presence.

At this moment, the black Mercedes following behind suddenly accelerated, overtaking them and steadily blocking their path ahead.

“Uncle Li, stop the car.” Qin Huanxi’s lips curved upward slowly

The Qin residence wasn’t far ahead. Such a massive estate couldn’t possibly be built in a bustling downtown area, hence the environment around such estates was always very quiet. The other party had been following them since they left the Mo residence. Qin Huanxi had thought they were more patient, but they finally couldn’t hold out anymore?

The driver’s door of the black Mercedes quickly opened, and a black-clad man got out, respectfully opening the rear door.

Qin Huanxi’s eyes narrowed, staring intently at the man stepping out of the rear door. It was Ning Shen!