Chapter 385: Chapter 385: Stay Overnight
Shen Jishi retorted, “Mom! If she moves in, I’m moving out!”
Xu Xiaoru said cheerfully, “Auntie, I can’t treat this like my own home. My family doesn’t even let me eat. This place is so much better!”
Hearing that Xu Xiaoru didn’t even get proper meals at home, Zuo Wanjun’s heart ached for her.
“Just look at you, child, you’re so thin. From now on, you can eat medicinal cuisine with Qingwu to nourish your blood and energy. I’ll speak to your mom about it.”
“Thank you, Auntie.”
The words that were about to spill from Shen Jishi’s mouth were silenced by Zuo Wanjun’s sharp glare.
Xiaoxiao had such a tough time, and she had known Qingwu for so many years.
What’s the harm in her staying at home for a few days?
“Stop talking nonsense. The house isn’t yours, anyway. If you want to leave, then pack your things and get out.”
Shen Jishi: “…”
If he really had to move out, he wouldn’t want to!
Being at home meant he could cuddle with his sister, lift her up high in playful hugs—who’d want to live outside? He couldn’t even get hot meals out there!
Zuo Wanjun turned her cheerful gaze to the slightly awkward Jin Qingzhou.
“Xiao Jin, it’s getting late. Why don’t you stay here tonight? If nothing else, the house has plenty of empty rooms. There’s a guest room right next to Boyi’s room!”
Shen Jishi protested, “Hey, isn’t that my study…”
Zuo Wanjun replied icily, “From now on, you don’t have a study in this house. Got it?”
Shen Jishi’s eyes widened in shock, and suddenly, it all clicked!
Big brother has something going on with Mr. Jin?
How did he just figure this out now?
It’s just a study, after all. For his big brother, the family’s long-time bachelor to find happiness, he could live without such an impractical thing at home from now on!
Jin Qingzhou quickly waved her hands, “No, no, it’s really too much trouble. I’ll head home!”
She got up as she spoke and had just left the dining room when Zuo Wanjun clutched her chest dramatically and collapsed onto the sofa!
“Oh, my chest hurts so much… Boyi, I think I just saw your great-grandmother… She said Xiao Jin must stay. It’s too unsafe to go out at this hour!”
Shen Boyi watched Zuo Wanjun’s clumsy and theatrical performance, knowing full well that she was acting. But he had no choice but to play along.
If he didn’t go along with her act, he probably wouldn’t even be able to walk through the front door tomorrow!
Zuo Wanjun would eventually label him the greatest unfilial son in the family.
Besides… he did have his own selfish reasons.
Turning to Jin Qingzhou, Shen Boyi said warmly, “There really are empty rooms here. This house was specifically bought for Qingwu’s schooling, and your workplace will be close by. Would you like to stay over?”
Xu Xiaoru covered half her face with her hand and leaned over, “Shen Lyu, do you believe me if I say I can get this lady to stay with just one sentence?”
“No, why would I? Who do you think you are?”
“Wanna bet? If I win, you hand over that case with the Xu Family to me!”
Shen Jishi was puzzled, “That case? The Xu Family has a slim chance of winning—it’s impossible for you to turn the tide on that one.”
“Who said I wanted them to win? Don’t worry about it—you won’t lose anything by giving it to me.”
The case wasn’t under Shen Jishi’s direct charge, but truly, giving it to Xu Xiaoru wouldn’t be much of a problem. The evidence chain was already solid and there wasn’t any room for reversals.
“Alright, go ahead.”
He was genuinely curious how Xu Xiaoru planned to convince Jin Qingzhou to stay!
Xu Xiaoru moved closer, clutching Jin Qingzhou’s hand, and brushed aside her bangs to reveal her forehead.
“Remember me?”
Jin Qingzhou paused, looking at the somewhat familiar face before her, and suddenly it clicked!
“It’s you!”
“It’s me. I’m terrified of living alone—stay and keep me company, will you?”
Jin Qingzhou laughed, “You’re scared of living by yourself? Forgive me for saying this—I’ve never met a delicate girl capable of taking on several gangsters solo.”
Back when Jin Qingzhou was studying overseas, she was harassed by a group of thieves who nabbed her bag.
The bag was a gift from Shen Boyi, and she didn’t want to lose it so easily.
Out of nowhere appeared Xu Xiaoru, who grabbed an iron rod and chased after the gang, managing to retrieve the bag for Jin Qingzhou!
At the time, Xu Xiaoru’s face was covered in blood, her hair matted together, and when confronted with Jin Qing’s worry and concern, she had simply waved it off coolly and left.
Jin Qingzhou hadn’t recognized her until now because the Xu Xiaoru from back then looked worlds apart from the current Xu Xiaoru!
Xu Xiaoru grinned modestly, “It’s all part of the persona. Times were just a bit tougher back then.”
Qingwu interjected, “I sent you out to do some shopping, and you ended up playing the hero, getting yourself bloodied and battered.”
“Hehe, I saw her crying on the roadside and couldn’t bear it—I can’t stand seeing beautiful women cry.”
Jin Qingzhou smiled.
“Alright, I’ll stay for one night. Thanks.”
Shen Jishi hadn’t expected Xu Xiaoru to actually convince Jin Qingzhou to stay!
Looking at Xu Xiaoru’s expression, he couldn’t help but twitch subtly at the corners of his mouth, “…You’re really a violent woman.”
Xu Xiaoru rolled up her sleeves and grabbed Shen Jishi by the collar, “So, Young Master Shen, would you like to spar with me?”
Qingwu’s cold voice rang out from behind.
“Xu Xiaoru, let go of him. Don’t throw, just set him down gently!”
If Qingwu had known from the beginning how much brute strength Xu Xiaoru possessed, she probably wouldn’t have taught her judo years ago!
Seeing her now in action was enough to give people headaches!
…
Late at night, Qingwu let go of Xu Xiaoru’s wrist after examining her pulse.
“No major issues. No smoking, no alcohol, no coffee. Stop staying up late. Rest and recover properly. Now, go to sleep.”
“… Isn’t that practically taking my life away?”
“If you keep messing around, it won’t matter—your health will be a mess anyway. You’ll have no need to worry about the Xu Family’s assets then.”
Xu Xiaoru caught the warning look in Qingwu’s eyes and laughed awkwardly twice.
“Alright, I get it.”
“Why didn’t you come find me?”
“I was worried Master wasn’t doing well, and I thought I’d wait until I could take everything from the Xu Family and give Master a glorious return!”
Qingwu shook her head helplessly, “The flowers on Grandma’s grave—was that you?”
“Yes! Grandma Lin was also like family to me. Not being able to see her off is my regret, so offering her a tribute is just a small gesture.”
“Grandma wouldn’t blame you. Go get some rest.”
Xu Xiaoru stood up, but as soon as she got up, she heard voices outside.
Curious, she pushed open the window to Qingwu’s room. As soon as it opened, she saw Pei Jue standing on the balcony.
Xu Xiaoru: “…”
Well, this was a bit awkward!
Fortunately, Pei Jue didn’t seem to care about Xu Xiaoru’s reaction and turned straight into Qingwu’s room.
Xu Xiaoru carefully traced the sound’s direction and found it was coming from the upstairs bedrooms.
“Jin Qingzhou, your wings are getting sturdy! Staying out and not going home at this hour?”
Jin Qingzhou replied calmly, “I’m almost thirty years old. I have the freedom not to go home.”
“Don’t give me that. Mom is worried about you. You’re just being completely selfish!”
“You’re Mom’s daughter, and she knows you best. If you’re not returning home, it’s because you’re out there chasing men! Just that desperate? So cheap!”
“The men you’re picking are all losers. Only the ones Mom introduces to you are good men suitable for you! Stop being picky—women who can’t have children are worthless. Stop dreaming!”
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