Chapter 76

Sure enough, when these words were spoken, everyone was first taken aback, then burst into laughter. Originally, no one had thought about it this way, but with Qin Yi's guidance, and recalling Trevor's sexual orientation, it did seem to have a bit of a flavor to it!

Trevor didn't mind, shaking the paper cup in his hand and putting on a look of admitting his mistake, "Alright, alright, it's my fault! To apologize, I'll punish myself with three cups!"

He raised the paper cup and drank it in one go, then took on a posture as if daring everyone to come at him, signaling Qin Yi to pour more!

"How can you be like this, Trevor? You clearly want to drink more fruit wine. Don't think everyone can't see through you; you're such a bad guy!"

Kolo was having a great time, but when he saw that the bottle had little wine left after pouring for everyone, he immediately exposed his older brother's intentions, making everyone laugh even harder!

Before Trevor could defend himself, Colin interjected, "Yes, Trevor is a bad guy! But let's recall what Yi said just now. Yi said Kolo is a beauty, and he likes Kolo? Oh, my God, I didn't hear wrong, right? Yi, are you serious?"

As soon as these words were spoken, the atmosphere in the campsite became unprecedentedly lively. Ryan, watching the young people play, felt like he had become a few years younger. He couldn't help but whistle and join in the teasing of Qin Yi and Kolo.

Susa and the other women lightly clapped their hands, acting as if everything was normal. It was hard to tell who was nervous, of course, as everyone was looking at Qin Yi and Kolo, no one noticed their expressions.

Angelie, lying in her mother's arms, had her big eyes half-closed, drowsy!

Maggi Teddy and the dogs were completely confused. These well-fed guys were dozing off by the tent, hearing the cheers, they looked up at the two-legged creatures like their owner, shook their ears, and continued to doze off!

Qin Yi was speechless. How did the topic suddenly turn to him? Kolo is indeed a beauty, but they had only known each other for a few days! No, no, the topic isn't this. We're camping, folks, can we stay on topic?

Despite being embarrassed by what his older brother said, Kolo still looked at Qin Yi straightforwardly. She thought this guy, though an Easterner, was still quite handsome, and his calm and easy-going demeanor made her feel at ease.

But everyone understood what Yi meant just now. Colin is really annoying!

"Colin, you're such an idiot, the fruit wine will be gone soon if Trevor keeps drinking it!" Kolo's words reminded Colin, who quickly looked at Trevor and found him holding a half-full cup, drinking and watching the fun, looking very relaxed!

Seeing himself become the focus again, Trevor deliberately acted helpless, "Kolo, I admit I want to drink more. Maybe that means less for you, but if you become Yi's girlfriend, you can drink as much as you want! Anyway, he likes a beauty like you, and if I want to drink, I might have to ask you for some!"

Colin was about to tease Trevor a bit more, but hearing this, his eyes lit up. If that were true, he wouldn't have to worry about good wine in the future!

Kolo was speechless, grabbing a few leaves to pretend to throw at him!

"Alright, ladies and gentlemen, why don't we have a drink? There's only one bottle of wine tonight! If anyone likes the topic about Yi, we can save it for later."

At this moment, Susa spoke up to help Qin Yi out. Liu Qimeng and Christine both smiled faintly, nodding in support. Everyone knew this topic shouldn't be discussed too much. Joking was fine, but not too much.

"I like Uncle Yi!"

Angelie, who had been drowsy, was woken up by the noise. Opening her big, sleepy eyes, her little head still not fully awake, she heard Susa's words and immediately raised her little hand.

"Oh, sorry, Angelie!" Kolo and the others only then realized they had woken Angelie with their play.

"Alright, we all know Angelie likes Uncle Yi. Go back to sleep!"

Susa patted the little one's back, trying to get her to sleep, but the little one, thinking the adults were discussing who liked Uncle Yi, and she liked Uncle Yi too, why wasn't she counted? She was very puzzled, looking at her mother and then at Qin Yi, looking very cute, "But, I like Uncle Yi..."

This made everyone laugh. Qin Yi picked up Angelie and held her in his arms, "Yes, Uncle likes Angelie too. Go to sleep, Angelie. This time, we'll be quiet and won't disturb you!"

But Angelie wasn't sleepy anymore, curiously lying in Qin Yi's arms, looking at the dark forest around her, then noticing the starry night sky, feeling excited and a bit worried, "Uncle Yi, will birds peck Angelie's nose when she sleeps?"

Everyone looked at the little girl with amusement, listening to her innocent words, finding it interesting. It seemed to have a magical effect, making their hearts feel very peaceful and more deeply sensing the tranquility of the surroundings.

"Don't worry, Angelie. The birds are here to be your friends. And if they want to peck you, Mom, Uncle, and everyone will protect you!" Susa looked at Angelie, smiling gently.

"Alright, when the birds come, I'll say, 'Bird, let's be friends,' and the bird will say, 'Sure, I love being friends with Angelie!' Then we can play together in the forest and get along well."

Angelie was very satisfied with her mother's words. Maggi Teddy, Lai Pi, and all the dogs were willing to be her friends, so the birds would definitely be willing too!

"Yes, no one will refuse to be friends with Angelie!" Qin Yi patted her little head, his eyes full of care.

Everyone smiled, listening to Angelie's words, feeling her innocence, and reminiscing about their own childhoods.

After enjoying a moment of inner peace, Ryan came back to his senses, took a sip of fruit wine, and thought it would be a wonderful thing if someone sang a song. He smiled a bit smugly, glad he had prepared!

"Let me sing a song for everyone. I think such an environment and mood would be a pity without beautiful singing!" As he spoke, seeing everyone's interested expressions, he was very happy, got up, and took out the ukulele from his bag, a Hawaiian four-string instrument!

Seeing Ryan's actions, everyone shook their heads and smiled lightly. Despite his age, Ryan had a very free and bold cowboy flair.

Qin Yi also found it interesting. He had been puzzled when they talked on the phone, saying not to bring anything except a hunting rifle, but when they gathered in the morning, he still brought a small backpack, which turned out to be a ukulele!

Under everyone's expectant gazes, Ryan tuned the ukulele, then skillfully plucked the strings, closed his eyes, tilted his head, and swayed his upper body gently.

I'd rather be a sparrow than a snail,

I'd rather be so.

If I could,

I would certainly.

I'd rather be a hammer than a nail,

I'd rather be so.

If I could only,

I would certainly.

Fly away, I'd rather fly away,

Like a swan, free to come and go.

People are bound to the ground,

The sound is the saddest,

The saddest sound!

...

Everyone drank their wine, their eyes passing over the flickering firelight, wandering in the quiet starry sky, feeling the distant and mysterious melody, as if something called freedom was rising in their hearts, making them unable to resist being captivated, hoping Ryan would sing forever.

Ryan's singing finally came to an end, and everyone savored it for a few more minutes before clapping.

"Great, Ryan!" Qin Yi gave a thumbs up, not out of flattery. That song, even in a quiet and free campsite, or on a school campus at night or on a gravel path in the neighborhood, could easily give a sense of peace and satisfaction!

"God, what a memorable day!"

"Is this 'The Eagle's Song'? Although the style has changed a bit, I must say, Ryan, you're really great!" Trevor couldn't help but lean forward to shake hands with Ryan, his face full of admiration!

Ryan accepted all the praise with a bright smile.

"Oh, God, you don't know, Ryan, listening to your song in this environment, I felt a kind of relaxation and freedom I've never felt before!"

Christine seemed a bit excited, perhaps because her daily work was too busy and stressful. These two days on the ranch were a rare respite, and this night made her inner peace reach a new height, making her feel refreshed and energetic, as if all the chaotic moods that had been weighing her down were swept away.

Everyone looked at Christine, understanding her feelings. They all had their own troubles before, thinking life was really terrible, but on the ranch, it seemed all the troubles were gone!