Sylvius and Lionel Tang

The petals from a vase of white daisies fell one by one forming a little hill that resembled snow. A soft breeze from the slightly opened window blew the curtains producing a faint rustling sound and the sunlight illuminated the vast room showing a luxurious sight. Everything would have been lovely if it weren't for the current state of the young lady lying unconscious on the wide bed.

The white beddings made her pale complexion even more pitiful. A gauze covered part of her forehead and her thickly wrapped left leg is lifted towards the ceiling. Such a sight of a fragile beauty can truly tug anyone's heartstrings.

" Why is my granddaughter not waking up? It's been three days."

A stern voice broke the solemn atmosphere.

" Father, although Evangeline is out of danger, she was critically injured."

It has been two days since his daughter was transferred from the ICU to the VIP room. Now, all the machines that have been attached to her were taken off. The reason was that she no longer needed them. Such an unimaginable feat made the health practitioners marvel in awe.

" The doctors said that we can only wait for her to wake up. " Sylvius continued.

" She won't remain asleep right? After all, she hit her head quite badly." Grandpa Tang inquired.

" The trauma is concentrated on her chest and thigh, therefore brain injury is of low possibility. Also, the scans have negative findings."

Glancing at his father whose eyes are glued to Evangeline, Sylvius can only sigh. What can they do? They can only wait and observe. It was fortunate that she made it out alive. More thankful that she is recuperating at a tremendous speed. Even the doctors were commending how miraculous it was that she survived the accident. They have said that after draining the blood that filled her lungs, she was already showing signs of fast recovery. Some were even saying that it was providence looking after her since she was selfless and saved others instead. But what's the point in all of that, if she never wakes up?

[ My child, you won't leave me too, right?] He patted Eve's hair softly.

Halfsie felt a little bad when it watched the father and son being distressed for its host. How can they know that Eve simply patted her ass and said she'll sleep after confirming her beauty was intact? The host even threatened it not to wake her up or else. Well, there's no or else since Halfsie has been reborn as a dedicated yes creature.

It thought that there was no problem for her to rest for she was done with the day's event. At any rate, the road to stealing the heroine's man will continue the next day or so. Still, it had no idea that when the host said she's to replenish her strength, she was going to slumber for three whole days. Her ability to sleep more solid than a log is exceptional it should be considered a skill. The black fluff has no other choice but to wait for her to wake up.

As if fate was smiling upon the furball, Eve's eyelashes started to flutter.

The two males immediately noticed the girl's subtle movement. They were on the edge of their seat anticipating her awakening.

" Evangeline, my child."

" My dearest granddaughter."

Two excited voices rang in Eve's ear.

Eve tried opening her eyes but was blinded by the light. She struggled for a while before fully opening them. She drowsily glanced upon the two figures beside her bed. Her dad, Sylvius, is tightly holding her hand. Distress and happiness can be seen in his eyes. There are also signs of tearing up. Observing closely, Eve can even see bags that have formed under them. Stubbles have also grown on his chin. The majestic handsome man she saw earlier has aged a lot while she slept.

[ How sweet of my dear father.]

[ It has only been a night yet you appear as though I've already died.] Eve happily thought.

Nevertheless, she was delighted by his adoration towards his child. That meant she is the most important being in his life and that cements his position as her biggest ally.

" Dad." Eve genuinely smiled.

Sylvius' eyes widened shortly then grinned from ear to ear.

" You're okay."

" Thank God you woke up. I thought I lost you." He rubbed her hair lovingly.

" Don't worry, Dad. I won't die." She answered still maintaining her immaculate grin.

" My granddaughter. Don't tell me you've forgotten me?" An older voice interrupted them.

Eve shifted her gaze towards her elder and can't help but admire the Tang genes. Her grandpa may be in his early 60's but his countenance seems a decade younger thus appearing like her dad's senior brother.

" Grappa." She smiled brightly.

[ Hello, my powerful ally number two.]

" Oh my child, how long has it been since you called me by other means except for Grandfather."

" I'm so happy." He said cheerfully.

" Syl, hurry and punch yourself and tell this old man if it hurts, lest I'm dreaming."

" Isn't that right my cute little angel?" He spoke sternly with a scowl towards his son but changed instantly into a bright innocent one when facing her.

Black lines popped on Sylvius' forehead. How come his father never changes and still acts like a kid. He can't even behave properly and disrupts their father-daughter moment.

" Father, you can do that yourself."

He flatly replied, obviously fed up with his father's antics.

" The hell do I need you then."

" Tsk. This stubborn kid with no filial piety."

Lionel grunted under his breath. This annoying child only grew taller and more cunning. He misses the past where this brat only chases his butt shouting "Daddy". Fortunately, he still has a lovely granddaughter. He also longs for a grandson to abuse, alas it's not fated. Anyway, their princess is extremely adorable that he just wanted to pamper her.

Sylvius can already read what's on his father's mind. The old man is definitely reminiscing the past "love" between them. He disdained his father's delusion. He recalls him duping his innocent self into joining expeditions he didn't ask. He still has the nerve to call it his tenderness, love, and care for his remaining son. Well, he did mature and grew stronger thanks to that but still, he was only ten years old when he threw him out for "life experience". When his peers were being taught how to ride a bike, he was in the wilderness running for his life. Sylvius let a loud sigh.

[Anyway, past is past.] He just hopes his charming, innocent daughter inherited his abnormal genes as least as possible.

" Are you hungry?" He decided to focus on Eve.

" I am indeed famished. " She tried lifting her body.

Knowing her intention, Sylvius immediately adjusted her bed.

" I'll ask someone to bring some soup first. We still have to ask if you can already feed normally."

" Thank you, Dad." Eve responded.

" Sweetie, here's some water. You should drink." Grandpa Tang passed her a glass of water with a cartoon-designed straw.

" Thank you, Grappa."

Her smiling face made the old man happy.

Lionel raised his face towards Sylvius with a smug look.

[ Behold my granddaughter likes me more.] He thought.

Father Tang could only shake his head in frustration. If this old man behaves for a day, how peaceful life would be?

[ My backers are so cute. ] She thought while watching the two.

( Host, you slept for three days straight.)

Halfsie brushed up some presence.

[ No wonder I feel great.]

( What of my loyal sentinel?) She closed her eyes and asked.

( He visited yesterday and the day before but your father and grandfather asked him to rest. They said that they will contact him if you've woken up.)

( That's good.)

Eve is satisfied with how things are going. Judging by the hero's behavior, he is immersed in his sense of responsibility now. Only a little push and he'll become her authentic guardian.

" My child, are you exhausted?" Father Tang hurriedly moved towards Eve when he saw her eyes closed again.

" Dad, I'm alright. I was just thinking."

She opened her eyes and gave a weak smile.

" What is it, my angel? Whatever you want, we'll get it for you." Grandpa Tang also asked in concern.

" I was just wondering what happened to the boy I pushed. Is he okay?"

" He is. We'll inform him later that you've woken up." Sylvius replied.

" That young man is dedicated, huh. He wished to stay and look after you."

Grandpa Tang is both moved and annoyed with Sarien. He understands his motives but Evangeline still has him and his punk son. Why does he need to share such precious bonding time with his lovely granddaughter to him? What if he starts coveting his angel when he discovers how lovely she is. She is still young and innocent, he must guard her against annoying flies.

" Father, he just wanted to return the favor somehow." Sylvius admonished his father who has obviously taken a supply of brain supplements again.

" Isn't that the start of everything?"

" After all, my angel granddaughter even saved his ass. It's the hero saving the beauty ultimate move."

" I bet he's going to fall for my darling Evangeline sometime soon."

" Then he's going to take her away from us."

" Oh, that punk. Just thinking of it makes me want to whoop his butt." Lionel spouted his one-sided drama.

" Father, you should stop watching those late-night dramas." Sylvius massaged his forehead. His old man is simply too imaginative and now the dog plot dramas even nurtured that gift.

( Well host, I think your grandpa is on to something.) Halfsie's voice rang again.

( Host, if you make him fall for you, wouldn't it be great?)

( Your sister will be jealous she'll hate you to the bone.)

[ Come on, say yes host.]

The furball cheered on its mind. If ever the host agrees, it will be similar to that story it read. Then the heavenly being blackening would surely be successful. If that happens, it can finally admit to its host that it is Halfsie who proposed that idea. Then she'll reward it with the chance to frisk. With the brain supplement that won't lose to Grandpa Tang, Halfsie became invigorated.

[ I only wanted him to be my guardian though.] Eve mulled over.

[ Besides, making someone fall for me is too tiring.]

Of course, she won't admit that she has zero experience on that matter. Even when she was engaged before, she did not do anything to gain that status. She just woke up one day then bam! News that she will get engage with someone she has not even met was announced. All in all, it can be said that she truly knows shit about seducing or flirting with other life forms.

Maybe she'd be a great contender when it comes to a negative EQ talent. Luckily, it's only on the romantic side though.

( I'll think about it.) In the end, that is the only thing she can reply.