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"Honey, are you ready?" Laotian asked, watching his wife fumble on the duffle bags making sure he had put all the necessary things despite already checking last night, just so he's 100% sure he wouldn't have a problem later on when Luangmin or the twins would need a change of clothes or if his breast milk wouldn't be enough to feed the two then he can still feed them from a bottle. Besides, they're probably out the rest of the day strolling.
"Hmm? Oh yeah, just making sure I've packed everything." Daniel replied, keeping his eyes on the bag before he was finally satisfied and shifted his attention to his husband. Daniel smiled looking at Laotian as he couldn't help but admire how attractive the Alpha was even with a simple fitted top sleeve, short pants, and leather shoes.
"How are the twins and Minmin?" Daniel asked this time, moving closer to caress his husband's muscled arms. Since the kids were already prepared, he tasked Laotian to bring the kids to the living room first. It's still 9 am but they plan to have lunch in a restaurant after store hopping. After that they get to decide whether to continue shopping or go to a theme park, and then finally spend the rest of the day at the Empire Hotel. It's their first little family staycation after the twins were born so Daniel was so excited. Of course, Laotian as well. He had prepared for this day and made sure everything would be perfect just like how his beloved wife had hoped for.
"They're waiting. I've asked someone to watch them so don't worry." Laotian replied. His eyes peered at the Omega's exposed neck before his fingers ventured to the exposed area and brushed it a little.
"How about you? Are you sure you won't get cold wearing this?" Laotian asked, his eyes squinted a little at the cream-colored V-neck that's a little too revealing for his taste.
"Laotian, it's summer and it's hot outside," Daniel said slightly frowning, which Laotian found adorable but then again... He didn't want any men looking at his wife's flawless skin but at the same time, he was contemplating whether to tell him about his displeasure or not because he also didn't want to restrict his wife on whatever clothes he wanted to wear. In the end, Laotian nodded silently and just decided he would make anyone who dared covet his wife suffer.
"But what if you get sunburned?" Laotian decided to say instead, making Daniel giggle and hug the Alpha.
"I've already applied sunscreen, remember?" Daniel said, reminding the Alpha that he made sure that all five of them are well protected from the sun—all of them wearing sunscreen except the twins since they're still babies.
"Still~" Laotian insisted, pouting ever so slightly which looked so adorable on his handsome face. An extremely rare expression, exclusive only for Daniel.
"Don't worry, I also brought a coat just in case. And I'll tell you when it gets too cold or too hot for me, okay? Anyway, come on, let's go ahead now. The kids are probably waiting for us." Daniel said, pulling away from his hug and smiling brightly. He then finally headed out after sweetly handing the bags for Laotian to carry before he went out of the room. Meanwhile, Laotian only watched his wife's back and shook his head helplessly before following him out.
The ride to the mall was long since it was the weekend but it wasn't too bad. The couple were both too busy anyway to even notice the time because although Luangmin is a well-behaved child and they didn't have to worry about him too much, the twins were the complete opposite. Despite being just infants, for some reason, they didn't want to sleep and were instead very curious about what was outside of the car. But it's reasonable at this point because this was the first time the two had gone out after they were born as everyone was worried about their safety especially after the incidents months prior. All this time being kept inside the house for months, of course it would result in them becoming excited.
Suddenly giggling, Daniel peeked at Laotian who was having trouble holding Ching Li in his arms as the little man struggled out of his father's hold despite being strapped together. He wanted to press his face against the glass window and it's funny how eager he was in order to do so. He's been at it for the past couple of minutes since they got inside the car and it's amusing to see that it didn't faze his stoic-looking husband at all. Truly, he had become such a patient dad to their robust children.
"What is it?" Laotian asked, noticing his peeking wife.
"Nothing. I'm just happy that we're finally having our first family date." Daniel replied with an excited smile while caressing both Luangmin and Chao Yu's heads.
"Hmm... I'm glad that this is making you happy." Laotian hummed and reached out for Daniel's cheek before softly brushing it with his thumb affectionately.
"I'm gonna buy you and the kids lots of clothes," Daniel exclaimed. Although they do have a personal stylist that updates their whole wardrobe every three months, it's still different when you go to that mall or to a boutique and choose the clothes yourself in person. It's more fun than having all your clothes customized or designed only for you and having to look at them in pictures or drawings.
"Sure you will, Honey." Laotian chuckled.
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Finally arriving at the largest shopping center in the city, the couple walked towards the building like any normal customer would. They made sure to wear simple clothes so they stand out much. And of course, to really hit the goal of not standing out, the twenty-seven security personnel that Laotian hired for today made sure they would blend in among the crowd. The mall management is also already informed that they were going to visit so if, by any chance that people recognize them and the paparazzi get a hold of the information, no reporters, photographers, and the likes would be able to enter the mall and disturb their precious time just so they could take a picture of the twins.
Just like Laotian promised, he made sure that this day was going to be perfect and that he was never going to make Daniel and their children be in harm's way again. But Daniel didn't need to know all of this, he just needed to enjoy the day to his heart's content. Unfortunately though, despite Laotian's effort, it's inevitable for them to not stand out. Even if they wore plain clothes, people are always going to notice them. Well, who wouldn't? On top of the fact that Laotian and Daniel are both attractive individuals, Mo Luangmin was quite a head-turner as well.
A handsome chubby little boy following his Mommy and Daddy obediently, people just couldn't help but find it too adorable. And if they could do it, they'd want to snatch Luangmin for themselves and just spoil him rotten.
[Hey, look at that little boy. He's so adorable, right?] One woman whispered towards her friend and pointed at where Luangmin, who was enjoying playing hide and seek with his baby sibling while running around his father who had the baby strapped on his body.
[Gosh. I thought I was the only one who noticed. But look at his parents, are they like a celebrity couple or something? It looked like they had twins, so cute!] The woman's friend replied and this time pointed out Laotian and then Daniel who was busy picking some clothes and would occasionally try to fit them on Laotian, raising each hanged clothes one after the other. The two friends are also casually looking for clothes for their partners but they couldn't help but notice the group.
[I don't know but they do seem familiar. I wouldn't be surprised if they actually are, isn't that the store manager assisting them?]
[Uh Huh with that uniform, that's definitely the store manager. But damn, they all look so lovely.] The friend squealed excitedly. The whole time the two observe the couple for minutes and when Daniel was finally able to decide which clothes he was going to take, they soon headed to pay for them. Since he already knew what Laotian's size was, he didn't have to ask the Alpha to try it. On the other hand, that one woman and her friend saw what clothes were being taken so they also bought the same design, wanting for their lovers to look at least half as good as Laotian.
"I'm going to pay for these, okay!?" Daniel insisted when he saw Laotian drawing out his wallet. He also had a lot of money but he only had a chance to spend it occasionally because Laotian pays for just about everything, even his personal needs. So right now, he wanted to pay. It's the least he could do to the Alpha for making today possible.
"Hmmm. Do as you please, Honey." Laotian said dotingly and nodded to the store manager. The store manager smiled sweetly because she could feel how much the Alpha dotes on his wife. She could only dream that one day with her future partner, their relationship would be the same as Mo Laotian and Daniel Mo or maybe just half as good. She would be more than happy even if his partner isn't a handsome multi-billionaire.
After paying for the clothes, the routine of the two was the same. Daniel first wanted to buy clothes for Laotian and after he was done, he was planning to proceed with the kids. Of course, in each store they went into, other customers would notice them and at some point, people would recognize them but not one of them ever had a negative comment. Instead, the scene they got to witness was so heartwarming and not one of them wanted to destroy such an image. Some wanted to get pictures but of course, the bodyguards did their best to stop them as politely as possible.
Some people were disappointed and somewhat furious but they don't have anyone to blame, Mo Laotian and Daniel Mo weren't celebrities. Although they got to be treated the same as celebrities would, they are actually just a normal family having their private time together. Some people just needed to understand that.
"Mommy, I'm twired..." Minmin pouted, finally complaining after trying on his eighth outfit chosen by Daniel. Luangmin didn't actually have to try the clothes on because Daniel could already tell if the outfit was going to fit his son or not but he's so excited and wanted to see his son in more cute outfits. And since he also bought the same design for Lan's size, he couldn't stop imagining how adorable it would be if they wore matching outfits while playing the next time they visit.
"Ahw... You are? I'm sorry, my baby. Mommy's going to end it soon but can you please just try this last one? I promise Mommy won't tire you again after and we'll go to eat lunch and play. Is that okay? Daddy will also buy you ice cream." Daniel baby talked, softly pinching Luangmin's chubby cheeks while swaying baby Chao Yu who's strapped on his body like Ching Li is to Laotian.
"Hmmmn... okway... last one mommy, okway?" Luangmin thought for a second, even squinting his eyes indicating that he's really thinking hard but he can't really resist his Mommy so, in the end, he nodded in approval.
"Aww. Okay, my baby is such a good boy." Daniel squealed, fangirling over his son before he kindly asked the store assistant to help the little boy with the next outfit. When all was done, Daniel happily walked out of the store. He bought a lot and it cost quite a few thousand dollars but he didn't mind because he only got to buy things once in a while. Today, he fully intended to go on a shopping spree without caring how much money he would spend since he highly doubted a few thousand dollars would hurt his bank account now that he has a lot of business and properties listed under his name.
"Laotian, I promised Minmin, ice cream. Do you think the restaurant you book has it?" Daniel asked sweetly after Laotian finished instructing one of his men to send back the shopping bags first to the car.
"I believe they have it. I also made sure they have your favorite dessert." Laotian replied softly, silently thankful that their son decided to voice out that he was tired because if he didn't, he believed his beloved wife would buy the whole store as they have been in there for more than an hour. But it's not like he mind, Daniel could buy the whole store or the brand itself. He didn't care, he was just worried that his beloved's back would hurt since he had been carrying their son for a couple of hours. Even though the baby was light, it could still strain the body if carried for long hours. He didn't want that, although he's happy that the Omega was very much enjoying his time picking clothes, he wouldn't trade that for his wife's health and comfort.
He'd rather spoil the fun, than have Daniel sent to the hospital because he's having serious back pain.
"Really? I'm so excited. Thank you, Laotian." Daniel exclaimed, showing his pearly whites before he gently pulled him down for a short kiss which, as expected, gave the Alpha a brief freeze.
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To be Continued...