"A Super 3S mecha?" Mu Sijie couldn't help but ask.
Lu Wanqing nodded, "Mm."
Gifts for children should always be the best.
Mu Sijie's heart raced. He looked at Lu Wanqing, hesitated, and then couldn't help but say, "Can I apply for one too?"
Lu Wanqing: "???"
Mu Sijie quickly explained, "I can pay for it. You can make it whenever you have time."
"But I'll be leaving the Mu family soon," Lu Wanqing reminded him.
"If you like mechas, all of the Mu family's studios and laboratories are open to you at any time. You're welcome to come back and work," Mu Sijie replied.
Lu Wanqing paused, then nodded, "Okay."
"Thank you," Lu Wanqing couldn't help but say.
Putting aside everything else, the studios at the Mu family had all sorts of equipment that money couldn't buy elsewhere. They were highly advanced and were essential for building Super 3S mechas.
And since she had made a small mecha for Little Mu Lan, for fairness, she should probably prepare a small mecha for the other children as well?
Super 3S mechas, the children should all like them, right?
She didn't have much time left at the Mu family's. It was clearly impossible to finish five mechas in such a short time. If Mu Sijie didn't mind her returning later, she could utilize her free time to come back occasionally, operate the machinery, and perhaps finish the children's small gifts?
Mu Sijie's mood improved when she agreed. He nodded, "No need to be so formal with me. The Mu family will always welcome you."
Since she agreed, did that mean she would be coming back often in the future?
Thinking that the one-year term was up and she would still be returning frequently, he couldn't help but curve his lips.
Lu Wanqing naturally didn't have much time to ponder Mu Sijie's thoughts. She soon became engrossed in the design of the little mecha, Bai Ze.
To create a Super 3S mecha, design was paramount. Fortunately, Lu Wanqing had succeeded once before, so she had experience and handled many details with ease.
Lu Wanqing thought of the children, and inspiration for the mecha design flowed continuously. Every stroke of her pen was like a forest sprite, agile, joyful, and fluid.
When Little Mu Lan's study session ended, he quietly came over to watch his mommy draw the mecha design. Mu Sijie also stayed, watching Lu Wanqing design the mecha intently with the child.
Immersed in the world of creation, Lu Wanqing didn't notice the father and son watching her for a while. She drew with such focus that time slipped away unnoticed until it was late at night.
When she put down her brush and looked up, she was startled to see the father and son.
"You guys..." Lu Wanqing started instinctively, but after two words, she didn't know what else to say.
Mu Lan was very sleepy, but looking at his mommy, he was incredibly admiring, "Mommy is so amazing!"
Lu Wanqing looked at her child, who was clearly sleepy but gazing at her with such admiration. Her heart filled with emotion and concern.
"What time is it?"
Lu Wanqing asked. She turned to look out the window and saw that the night was already very deep. It must be very late.
She opened her Lumina, checked the time, and found it was already one in the morning!
"How is it so late?"
"Lan Lan, why aren't you in bed yet?"
Lu Wanqing quickly put down her brush and looked at the child, who was obviously exhausted, feeling immense pity.
Mu Sijie quickly explained, "You're drawing beautifully."
For a mecha master, abundant inspiration while drafting is rare. Unless absolutely necessary, it's best not to interrupt a mecha master's drafting.
Moreover, Lu Wanqing is a Super 3S mecha master, the only one known by identity in the entire galaxy. Her drafting process is naturally very important. For other mecha masters, it's an excellent learning opportunity. For example, he and Mu Lan should seize this opportunity to learn her creative methods.
"Why didn't you remind me? Lan Lan is still young, and staying up late is bad for his health," Lu Wanqing couldn't help but remind them.
Mu Sijie explained, "It's okay to stay up a little late occasionally. You were in excellent form while drafting, and it's not detrimental for the child to learn from it."
Lu Wanqing thought about it and agreed. However, seeing the little one looking so sleepy, she still felt pained.
Lu Wanqing put away her brush and stood up, saying, "Alright, no more drawing for today. Let's go back to rest."
Mu Sijie stood up and nodded, "Mm."
"Mommy, I'm so sleepy," Little Mu Lan finally couldn't hold on any longer. He tugged at his mommy's hand and whined with a sleepy voice.
Lu Wanqing simply bent down and picked him up, "Okay, okay, we'll go take a bath, and then you can sleep."
In reality, Little Mu Lan didn't even make it to the bath. As Lu Wanqing carried him back to the room, the little one had already fallen asleep on his mommy's shoulder.
Lu Wanqing was heartbroken. She carefully carried the child to the bathroom, ran the hot water, and gently bathed him.
The child stirred groggily a few times, but seeing his mommy beside him, he quickly relaxed.
After Lu Wanqing finished bathing the child, she carried him back to his room and tucked him into bed.
After settling the little one, Lu Wanqing hesitated, then prepared to leave. But just as she was about to go, her hand was suddenly grabbed by Little Mu Lan.
Lu Wanqing paused, turned back, and saw that Little Mu Lan, who had been so sleepy, had actually sat up. He struggled to keep his eyes open, looked at her, and asked, "Mommy, can I sleep with you, like we did on the barren planet before?"
Lu Wanqing's heart melted instantly. She returned to the bedside, sat down on the bed, looked at her child, and asked earnestly, "Lan Lan wants to sleep with Mommy?"
"Mm!" Little Mu Lan nodded without hesitation.
Lu Wanqing smiled and nodded, agreeing, "Okay."
During her remaining time at the Mu family's, Lu Wanqing felt she could indulge a little and spend more time with the child, letting him have his fill.
When Little Mu Lan heard his mommy agree, his eyes immediately lit up. He happily asked, "Really?"
Lu Wanqing smiled and nodded, "Really."
Little Mu Lan quickly crawled towards the inside of the bed, making space next to him, "Mommy, you sleep here!"
Mu Lan's bed was a child's bed. Lu Wanqing looked at the spot her child indicated and couldn't help but chuckle.
"Lan Lan, your bed is too small. Mommy might not fit."
"Would Lan Lan be willing to go downstairs with Mommy, to Mommy's room, and sleep together?"
Little Mu Lan froze at this. He looked blankly at his small bed, comparing its size with his mommy's large frame. He then realized, belatedly, that his bed was too small for Mommy to sleep in?
"Okay!" In the next second, Little Mu Lan gave up on his small bed without hesitation. He turned to look at Lu Wanqing and replied in a clear voice, "Okay!"
He liked Mommy. He could sleep with Mommy anywhere, and it didn't matter!