Although it wasn't his first time seeing such a scene play out before his eyes, Shui Xian was still amused. The most amusing part was his wife's sarcasm along with her expressionless face. To others, she might not bother to say an extra word but it seemed Hyson had spent quite some time and effort on training Raelle to shoot back with her words at him.
While Shui Xian was getting used to this version of his wife, the ladies at the table were long used to it. Usually, they might just laugh it off with the kids but today, they had an extra guest and that made the situation different.
Seeing his mother's narrowed eyes, Hyson grinned sheepishly, "I forgot to stay quiet." But then he pointed at Raelle, "It's her fault! She not only called me nuts but she also said that my brain's programming crashed due to excessive laziness! How am I lazy?" He stared at Raelle and said, "If my brain's program is crashing, don't forget yours also has a bug in it!"
Raelle stared right at him as she replied, "I never said I'm perfect. Some flaws are good. That makes us human."
Hyson gaped at her for a minute before saying, "It's rare hearing you call yourself a human."
Before they could continue, Mu Chenyan finally spoke up, "Fai, you really have an audition?"
Hyson turned his attention to her and nodded, "Yeah. It's tomorrow. I've been studying these days for my role."
"No wonder, you chose to visit the home over the weekend," said Mu Chenyan.
"I came because I miss my mum," Hyson retorted.
"Liar!" came Raelle's voice. Hyson glared at her as she continued to talk, "You'd always come to see your mother before any important event. Stop trying to find an excuse after all these years."
Hyson looked at Shui Xian and felt like banging his head against the wall. Did his best friend had to do him this dirty? He was just trying to save some face here!
Seeing Shui Xian's confusion, Mu Chenyan explained it, "Our Fai has a strong belief that if he sees his mother before doing something important, he will always succeed."
Hyson slumped back in his chair and lost all hope of saving face. He wasn't embarrassed to accept that he was a mama's boy. But most people didn't know that his whole belief lied in his mother. He worshipped her like a god. He was devoted to his mother.
Shui Xian's eyes widened slightly before he smiled at Hyson, "I didn't think you'd be superstitious."
"It has nothing to do with superstition," replied Hyson. "It's all about what brings you courage. Some people keep lucky charms. Those lifeless things have no power and yet, they can bring comfort to people and make them confident. I'm no different. I just need my mum's hand on my head. That makes me believe that I'm capable of anything and everything."
Shui Xian found it quite heartwarming and cute as well.
Then Hyson looked at Raelle as he said, "Not everyone can be like our Ellie who believes she can conquer the world. I'm just an average human being who needs some support from my most precious person to keep going."
"You don't have to use me as an example," said Raelle.
Mother Yue tugged at Hyson's sleeve before he could say anything and said, 'Why didn't you tell me about the audition?'
"I came to tell you about it today," replied Hyson. "At first, I wasn't that certain about it. But today, I had a good talk with Zhen Ge, now I really want to succeed."
Mother Yue frowned slightly, 'But why do you suddenly want to try acting?"
"That's my question as well," Mu Chenyan chimed in. "Don't you love music? What's with this sudden change?"
"It's not sudden," said Hyson patiently. "Someone said I should try everything while I'm young and free. Who knows I might end up enjoying it? And if I didn't, I won't force myself. Do I look like someone who would force myself to do something I'm not willing to do?"
"Is it a series or a movie?" asked Mu Chenyan.
"At first, I thought it was going to be a series but I just learned it's going to be a movie. It's a popular fantasy novel. That also has been adapted into a comic. My fans found the similarities between me and one of the supporting characters. And because of that, I got this chance."
Mu Chenyan gave him an encouraging smile as she said, "That's called affinity."
"Huh?" Hyson was confused.
Mu Chenyan smiled at him, "You were led to something that seemingly had no connection with you. Let's say that character has a strong affinity with you and it's calling your name."
"I haven't gotten the role yet," reminded Hyson.
Mother Yue patted his shoulder and smiled at him beautifully, 'I believe in you.'
Mu Chenyan also nodded along, "Me too. I also have full faith in you! Our little star is bound to shine brighter than anyone."
"I wish you luck," Shui Xian also added sincerely.
Hyson couldn't help smiling because of them. He genuinely felt happy. But then he looked at Raelle, waiting for her to say something. Or more like urging her to say something!
Seeing his raised brow, she said, "Don't look at me. I have no words of encouragement for you." Hyson was clenching his fists when he watched her standing up and walking towards him. He stood up as she stood before him and took a moment to raise her hands to give him a hug. Hyson's eyes widened. Close to his ear, she whispered, "Be victorious. As Raelle Xiang's best friend, you have to win."
Hyson felt his nose stinging. He thought he must be crazy because he felt like crying over such a simple act of a hug. But he knew in his heart, it wasn't simple. For Raelle to take the initiative to hug someone was never a simple matter. He really felt like his heart would burst with happiness now. With all these people's beliefs, how could he dare to let them down? He had to get this role at any cost now!
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