I was just wondering if I should go against my mother’s wishes, ha… now it seems unnecessary!
Competing with me, you’re doomed (6)
W-what?
This kid is just too unlikable! What kind of words are these? They’re so hurtful to one’s self-esteem…
“Hmph, you brat, even if all the men in this world were to die, I would never marry you, this self-centered, petty, and arrogant little brat!” I blurted out in anger.
“A month later, Uncle Steward finally returned, bringing with him a girl about my age. She had rosy lips and white teeth, with a pair of sparkling big eyes. Her demeanor already hinted at her future beauty – she would definitely grow up to be a stunning beauty!
Knowing he was coming back, I had been waiting early at the gate of Xiliu Castle. As soon as Uncle Steward saw me, his eyes crinkled with a smile. He led the beautiful girl straight to me, just as he had done when he first brought me here.
“Xin, Xiaoshao is someone I met on the road, just like you, a poor child. Since you arrived a few days earlier, you’ll help her serve the young master in the future.”
Uncle Steward was truly a good person. I had long since learned that more than a hundred servants in this castle were “picked up” by him. Hearing this news, my first thought was: This place is basically an orphanage!
Now seeing him bring back a new person, I wasn’t too surprised, but.
I couldn’t help but look carefully at this delicate and lovely little girl. Would such a gentle and water-like girl be able to serve that fire-breathing dragon?
I couldn’t help but break out in a cold sweat for her, but as they say: softness can overcome hardness. Maybe this little girl could indeed turn hard steel into something soft and pliable…
Enthusiastically, I took her little hand and said, “My name is Fei Xin Ran. Can I call you Xiao’er, little sister?”
The little girl wasn’t shy at all, holding my hand back and sweetly smiling, “Then I’ll call you Sister Xin’er!”
Such a spirited girl – who wouldn’t like her?
Only, unfortunately…
Ten Years Quietly Pass, Becoming a Disaster (1)
Suddenly, I thought of myself, in similar circumstances, in a similar situation, and couldn’t help feeling a bit melancholic…
Eight-year-old me could only do one thing: wait. I believed that since heaven had arranged everything, it would definitely bring that person to me…
I lay leisurely on the grass in the back mountain of Xiliu Castle, eyes closed, with waves of flower fragrance wafting and gentle breezes caressing my face, feeling incredibly free and relaxed!
If not for Ying Xiao’s life-threatening call, everything would have been perfect.
Just as I was conflicted, she had already arrived, urgently urging: “Xin’er, why are you still lying here? The young master is looking everywhere for you, almost turning the entire castle upside down. You should go back and see!
Ying Xiao saw me lost in thought and crouched down, raising her willow-like eyebrows and pouting, calling out, “Xin’er, Xin’er? Are you listening?”
I stared at her blankly and asked, “What did you say?”
She rolled her eyes in exasperation, half-pouting and complaining, “Annoying Xin’er, you’re driving me crazy! How can you still look so calm at a time like this!”
I looked at her innocently, seeing her extremely serious expression, seemingly truly angry. I had to stand up and coax her, “Okay, okay, I’m up. What were you saying? Say it again!”
A smile finally appeared on her delicate face. She grabbed my sleeve and started running in the direction we were heading, “Hurry, hurry, we’ll talk as we go!”
“…” I followed her silently, rubbing my aching forehead and cursing internally: This damned Xi Lin Yan, can’t he just stay calm? Must we all keep running around after him in wind and rain?
When will this end!!!
“I heard several shops have had accidents recently. The young master is furious and insisting on seeing you. Please help think of a solution, or none of us will have peace!”
Great, everyone’s treating me like a savior, pushing me to the front lines for their own peace?
Damn, are you serious!
I’m the smartest, so I must be the shield?
…
Ten years have passed, becoming a femme fatale.
He listens to me, so I’ll…
No, when has he ever listened to me?
Looks like everyone’s desperate to save themselves, asking me to put out the fire?
“Wait… wait a moment!”
I forcefully broke free from Ying Xiao’s hand, slightly raising my eyebrow, asking uncertainly, “Xiao Xiao, are you sure I can solve the problem just by going?”
She rolled her eyes unapologetically, “Of course! Who else would go?”
Alas! What kind of fate is this…
Perhaps Xi Lin Yan and I are natural enemies. Whenever we stand together, it’s always tense. But I don’t know why, every time I appear, everyone seems to breathe a sigh of relief.
Just like now, as soon as I stand in the hall, everyone immediately steps back behind me!
Damn…
I can’t even avoid being the sacrificial lamb!!!
Without further ado, I glare at the handsome man in luxurious robes and angrily say, “Damn it, Xi Lin Yan, what are you up to in broad daylight? Can’t you let me have a peaceful nap? You always have to disturb me.”
When I approached, she looked at me with a disapproving gaze: “How could you go against the young master? He seems to be extremely angry with you this time!”
I glared at her impatiently, “Didn’t you want me to go and suppress his arrogance? What, are you feeling sorry for him just because I retorted a couple of times?”
Ying Xiao stomped her foot and argued, “You troublemaker, what are you talking about? I just feel that he is still our master after all. It’s not good to always go against him! Although he’s still somewhat childish with a bad temper, he does care for us.”
How could I not know what she was saying? The reason I dared to be so bold was that I was certain that Xi Lin Yan was the typical tough-talking but soft-hearted type – he might get angry, but he would never truly do anything to me.
Not wanting her to worry, I stuck out my tongue and tried to placate her: “Alright, Xiao Xiao, don’t worry. I’ll try to provoke him less in the future!”
Ten years have passed silently, becoming a calamitous water.
Basically, I believe that as long as that guy doesn’t provoke me, I absolutely won’t take the initiative to cause trouble. After years of tempering, I’ve more or less learned to be patient at the right time. Always being confrontational is never good for oneself.
Thinking of this, I suddenly remembered something and looked at her: “Xiao Xiao, I’m going out of the fortress in a few days. Want to come with me?”
“Out of the fortress?” She parted her lips, unable to hide her surprise.
I nodded affirmatively and said seriously, “Yes, didn’t you say several shops have been having issues recently? I want to investigate and also take a trip out. We’ve been in the fortress for ten years now, it’s time to go out and take a look! And visit Uncle Qin in the countryside!”
Ten years have passed, and Heaven has still not brought that person before me. It seems I’ll have to find them myself!
“But… will the young master agree?” Ying Xiao was somewhat worried.
“Do you think I care about the opinion of a fire-breathing dragon?” I laughed lightly. I’ve never been easily swayed by others, not even by him as the master.
“Don’t worry, I’m not interested in your affairs!” That guy suddenly appeared from the side, speaking coolly.
“That’s best!” I couldn’t help but retort.
“However, I’m coming too!” He announced confidently.
“Why are you coming?” I couldn’t help but frown.
“These are my West Lin family’s businesses.”
As the main owner, isn’t it natural for me to personally inspect the operations?” He looked at me, half proud and half provocative.
Inspect operations? I saw right through him – he clearly just wanted to antagonize me and cause trouble.
