Chapter 2 Naïve and Innocent? She's Pretending!

In the last few minutes, Su Yue had already thought it through very clearly: she would definitely make a scene, but not now!

She did want to be like the original owner, arguing with everyone and everything, but the circumstances didn't allow it.

Although the original owner was known as the daughter of a capitalist, after her mother passed away, the Su family's business basically fell into the hands of Su Guohua.

Influenced by the plot, the original owner was always arrogant and domineering in her behavior. Sometimes, when she got angry, even her own father would scold her.

Over time, Su's father naturally developed a preference for his illegitimate daughter, Lin Wan'er.

Of course, her stepmother also deserves credit for this.

"Yueyue, look how pale you are. Come on, let me help you back to bed. We don't want you to develop any health problems later."

That voice was so soft it seemed to melt your heart.

If Su Yue hadn't witnessed her greedy expression just a second ago, she would have almost believed this Oscar-worthy acting.

Su Yue's body went limp, as if all her strength had been drained, and she leaned against Lin Xiuzhen's arm.

"mom……"

As soon as she opened her mouth, her voice was hoarse, her eyes instantly reddened, and large tears rolled down her cheeks.

"I...I just had a nightmare."

"I dreamt about my mom..."

"Dad, I dreamt about Mom. She asked me if I didn't love her anymore... She also asked me why... why did she hit me when I promised she would take good care of me?"

Her soft yet accusatory tone struck Su Guohua precisely where it hurt.

His guilt towards his deceased wife and his neglect of his daughter were magnified infinitely at this moment.

"Nonsense! How could your father not love you!"

Su Guohua's tone became urgent, his voice revealing a panic and guilt that he himself was unaware of.

Su Yue sneered inwardly, but on her face she still wore that pitiful look as if she had suffered a great injustice.

She knew that when dealing with a man like Su Guohua who only responded to gentleness and not force, showing weakness and tears were always the best weapons.

"Sister, don't blame Dad. He was just worried about you."

Seeing this, Lin Wan'er quickly stepped forward and gently persuaded her, trying to play the role of an understanding younger sister.

Su Yue tilted her head slightly, her gaze seemingly unintentionally falling on Lin Wan'er's delicate face.

Well, she does look harmless, but the scheming and jealousy hidden in her eyes have already betrayed her completely.

Su Yue mentally assessed her: weak in combat, not very cunning, and as it stands, the golden finger that belonged to her in the original book has not yet reached this "female lead's" hands.

That makes things easier.

“My sister is right,” Su Yue sniffed, took Lin Wan’er’s hand as if she had found a support, “I don’t blame Dad… I just… I just miss Mom.”

She changed the subject, turning her gaze back to the mother and daughter.

“I remember that my mother left me a lot of jewelry as part of my dowry. Among them was a jade bracelet that she liked the most. She said it was our family heirloom and could bring us peace. Mom, did you and my sister put it away for me? My head hurts so much right now. I want to see my mother’s belongings and wear them to sleep so I can feel more at ease.”

These words were perfectly reasonable and filled with a daughter's longing for her deceased mother, making it impossible for anyone to refuse.

Lin Xiuzhen's expression stiffened almost imperceptibly.

She had long considered those pieces of jewelry as her own!

Especially those glittering jewels, she and Wan'er had secretly tried them on countless times.

"Oh dear, you silly child, of course I kept it safe for you!"

Lin Xiuzhen quickly realized what was happening, and a loving smile immediately appeared on her face as she affectionately patted Su Yue's hand.

“You’re not feeling well, so I’m keeping it safe for you in case you lose it. Wan’er, hurry, go and get your sister’s jewelry box.”

"Okay, Mom."

Lin Wan'er nodded obediently, turned around and ran to the inner room.

A short while later, she came out carrying a heavy sandalwood jewelry box.

Once the box was opened, the room was filled with dazzling jewels.

A glittering gold necklace, a ruby ​​ring the size of a pigeon's egg, emerald green jade earrings... each piece is incredibly valuable, dazzling the eye.

Su Yue's gaze fell on an ordinary white jade bracelet, which looked like an ugly duckling amidst the glittering jewels in the box.

Su Yue's heart pounded wildly in an instant!

That's it!

It was that!

This is not an ancient jade bracelet at all!

This is the "Prometheus" medical bracelet, which she designed herself in the 22nd century, combining nanomedical technology with ultra-miniature storage space!

The bracelet's outer shell is made of the most advanced biomimetic material, which can simulate any material and is designed to resemble a jade bracelet in order to conceal its identity when carrying out special missions.

How could... how could I have traveled through time with her?!

Su Yue's heart was pounding so hard it felt like it was going to burst out of her chest, but she dared not show it on her face.

She knew that this thing was the real cheat code for the female protagonist Lin Wan'er in the original book!

In the original storyline, Lin Wan'er accidentally used her blood to establish a bond with a master, which opened up the medical space inside, containing medical equipment, medicines, and technical data that were decades ahead of their time.

It was precisely because of this incredible ability that Lin Wan'er was able to thrive in the countryside, save countless important figures, and ultimately reach the pinnacle of her life.

Now, this golden touch is right in front of her!

Suppressing her inner elation, Su Yue stretched out her slightly trembling hand and carefully sifted through the jewelry box, removing the other gold and silver pieces one by one. Finally, she picked up the jade bracelet that looked the least valuable.

She clutched the jade bracelet tightly in her palm; the cool touch instantly calmed her chaotic thoughts.

She wants to take back what belongs to her!

As for the rest...

Su Yue glanced at the gold and silver jewelry, a cold smile playing on her lips.

Let's leave it as a memento for this mother and daughter.

The bait has already been cast; how can we not haul in the net before the fish have grown fat?

"I want this one."

Su Yue held up the jade bracelet in her hand, her face showing a childlike stubbornness and satisfaction.

"This is the most important thing my mother left me; it's a family heirloom of the Su family. I want this."

Upon hearing this, Lin Xiuzhen and Lin Wan'er exchanged a glance, both seeing undisguised glee and disdain in each other's eyes.

Fool!

What an ignorant fool!

Instead of refusing a box full of gold and silver jewelry, he chose the most dilapidated gray jade bracelet!

Heirloom?

You're kidding me!

Lin Xiuzhen was overjoyed, but her face showed a mixture of gratitude and heartache.

"Good child, you are so filial. Since you like it, wear it carefully. As for the rest, Mom will keep them for you. They will all be part of your dowry when you get married, and you won't be shortchanged on a single item."

As she spoke, she deftly closed the jewelry box, clutching it tightly to her chest as if afraid Su Yue might change her mind.

"Sister, since you are so weak, I think it's settled that you should go to Hainan Island to recuperate?"

Lin Wan'er came closer again, her eyes sparkling with "sincere" advice.

Lin Xiuzhen immediately chimed in, "Yes, Yueyue, Wan'er is right. Have your father send a telegram to Uncle Gu, and we'll arrange for him to stay in the military dependents' compound."

The two of them sang in unison, as if afraid Su Yue wouldn't go, describing going to Hainan Island as going to heaven.

Of course she'll go!

How can we unlock new dungeons if we don't go?

A submissive smile appeared on Su Yue's pale face. She nodded weakly, seemingly completely convinced.

"Okay... I'll do whatever Dad and Mom decide."

The joy in Lin Xiuzhen and Lin Wan'er's eyes deepened, thinking that the matter was finally settled.

Seeing that the mother and daughter were barely able to suppress their smiles, Su Yue sneered inwardly.

"Wait a moment."

"I haven't finished speaking yet."