The fourth day of their summer camp and the second day of their practice in their new practice room with their new teacher. Everything is new for their first step towards a brighter future.
After JiaJia found out that Wu Ya used to be a dancer, he begged him endlessly until Wu Ya had no choice but to agree. He really couldn't win with the Pei's siblings.
"This is like a circus. There are too many elements in one dance. Are you trying to make fun of yourself?"
Everyone knelt down with their heads down in front of Wu Ya. Su Ruan just watched from his seat as his men scolded the child. "Wu Ya is really enthusiastic" Su Ruan smiled proudly.
There's nothing they can do. Mr. Ruirui doesn't know how to dance at all. They can't just keep copying other dancers' dance styles. They need to have their own dance styles. At least one.
"Haaa..."
Wu Ya sighed deeply. Can't believe he would fall into this mess. He stared at the teenagers in front of him one by one. How they supported each other and how they were determined to achieve their dreams even without any guidance. They continued to move forward without fear.
"It's like this..."
All eyes were on Wu Ya. Patiently and hopefully. Their eyes were sparkling. Full of ambition. Making Wu Ya's heart burn with the passion to lead the lost kittens.
"I see elements of samba, tango, ballet, backflip and even some Tai Chi moves and more in your dance... it's too crowded and some of it doesn't sync well with the song you chose...."
"Teacher..."
JiaJia was already kneeling right at Wu Ya's feet who was sitting on the chair. He held Wu Ya's hand tightly. No one noticed when he slid there. Just like everyone else, Wu Ya was speechless.
"Teacher..please teach us more..."
JiaJia pleaded as if it was a matter of life and death. His eyes began to glaze over. With hopes as high as mountains. Wu Ya's eyes widened at JiaJia's antics at that moment.
"Yes teacher. Please teach us more."
The others also knelt at Wu Ya's feet. Attacking Wu Ya with their puppy eyes. Don't know when they came. Wu Ya looked at Su Ruan. Asking for an answer from that man. Su Ruan smiled and nodded. Never refusing his brother, JiaJia's request.
"Okay. I'll teach you. But on one condition, you all have to listen to all my instructions. Can you do it?"
Wu Ya gently patted JiaJia's shoulder. JiaJia nodded quickly like a woodpecker. The others nodded too.
"First of all, try mixing tango and samba elements with this song. If the combination is beautiful, doesn't look awkward or stringy, we can continue. Now, go. I want to see how it turns out."
Wu Ya patted everyone on the shoulder except XiangXiang. He was still hesitant to pat XiangXiang's shoulder. He could feel a sharp look piercing through his face.
Wu Ya tried his best to control his anger. First, he still didn't know the story behind WenWen's actions. And second, he didn't want to scare the cute XiangXiang. The only one among them who could give you mixed feelings. The feeling of wanting to eat him alive and the feeling of wanting to protect him with your life.
"Go for it XiangXiang."
Said Wu Ya softly.
"Emmm..."
XiangXiang said with his smile. A smile that can kill everyone's heart. So pure. Purity that can cause danger. Wu Ya tightly grasped the hand of Su Ruan who was sitting next to him.
Su Ruan looked at Wu Ya's face who was engrossed in watching XiangXiang who was dancing with all his heart. His smile never faded in every turn of his body. The sweetest and most dangerous smile. A smile that could make you evil without you knowing.
Su Ruan gently slapped Wu Ya's face. He stared intently before turning his gaze to the laptop in front of him.
JiaJia stared at the clock on the wall. It was eleven in the morning. It was almost lunch time. No wonder he was so hungry.
"Okay everyone, it's break time. XinXin, come help me cook for our lunch."
JiaJia quickly ran downstairs to the kitchen. He completely forgot about the time when he was dancing passionately. XinXin followed JiaJia downstairs. XiangXiang also did the same. He felt uncomfortable with Wu Ya and Su Ruan looking at him like he was some kind of food. The same look as the person who hurt him. Just a little different. But he couldn't tell what the difference was.
"Oh. Do you want to help too?"
JiaJia asked after he saw XiangXiang following XinXin from behind like a lost kitten. His eyes looked scared. "Haa...I have to tell them tonight. Before something bad happens."
"Please help me peel this"
JiaJia asked. He handed some potatoes to XiangXiang. XiangXiang looked at the potatoes thoughtfully. He had never done this kind of task before. He only knew how to cook instant noodles and boil water.
XinXin looked at XiangXiang patiently. "This kid is completely hopeless." XinXin stared at JiaJia who also looked at XiangXiang with a look of despair on his face. JiaJia picked up a peeler. He handed it to XinXin. "Please teach him. He'll just stand there and stare at the potatoes until nightfall if you don't teach him."
""Ehem...let this big bro teach you how to peel potatoes. Look closely and learn from the experts."
XiangXiang nodded slowly and XinXin began to teach XiangXiang how to peel potatoes arrogantly.
"Oh..easy."
XiangXiang said excitedly. He started peeling all the potatoes slowly. His mouth twitched as his hands worked hard peeling the potatoes. Both hands and mouth work simultaneously.
At lunchtime, everyone ate like hungry wolves, especially WenWen. Su Ruan and Wu Ya just watched all the children eat with smiles. It felt like they had become a big family. In the blink of an eye, they had seven cute and naughty children.
"When will you return to the office?"
Wu Ya asked Su Ruan during their afternoon break on the veranda.
"This Monday."
Su Ruan replied, still focused on his laptop. His work was still piling up and not being completed.
"Okay."
Wu Ya rested his head on Su Ruan's shoulder. Feeling comfortable.
"You stay here to take care of JiaJia and the others. Besides, the kids need you."
Wu Ya nodded. Su Ruan may be spoiled and childish, but he is very capable. And what is important to Wu Ya, Su Ruan is a very understanding and caring person. Always makes him feel safe. Even though sometimes Su Ruan's behavior really begs for a slap.
"Show them how to grow. I want to see their first buds. Then grow more buds that will become beautiful blooming flowers."
Wu Ya nodded. He knew how busy Su Ruan was. But he still made time for his brother. He was very lucky to know Su Ruan who was always by his side. His childish but capable Su Ruan. Wu Ya smiled meaningfully as he hugged Su Ruan's hand tightly.