Chapter 361 Polite Refusal
"The two are women, and men and women should not touch each other. Brother, this is the only way to avenge you."
Xiao Qi was about to rush out the door when Lin Yuesha's eyes instantly reddened, and she shouted, "You're not allowed to go!"
"Little sister, the Li family woman is going too far. We don't have enough money to buy people, so your brother will personally take care of these two menaces for you!"
What does it matter if we go to the capital for the imperial examination? Killing the Li sisters is the only way to solve the root of the problem.
"Brother, don't you care about your future?"
Lin Yuesha had already guessed that Xiao Qi would be angry, but she never expected that he would want to rush out and kill someone for her sake, which surprised her so much that her jaw dropped.
My stepbrother was often bullied, but he never held a grudge. He would usually just laugh it off or remain nonchalant.
For her, the kind-hearted man was willing to take up a knife. Doesn't that mean she's very, very important? Lin Yuesha sighed again, "I thought you would make me return the money."
"You won't return it? That's what you risked your life for. Do you think the Li sisters can rest easy just by giving them money?"
Xiao Qi's gaze gradually darkened. He realized that he needed to show multiple facets and couldn't always let his younger sister think he was a good-natured, easy-going person, as this would hinder his later transformation.
Let it erupt first, so that the subsequent changes won't be too abrupt.
"Brother, I have a way, you really don't need to do this for me."
Lin Yuesha explained, and also mentioned her own scheme, hoping that her stepbrother wouldn't think she was a cunning and malicious person.
"That's how it should be."
Xiao Qi stood on Lin Yuesha's side, rushed forward and hugged her in his arms, saying sadly, "Little sister has suffered, but there is nothing your brother can do."
Qi'er stood by, watching helplessly. How could they be hugging and cuddling like that? She screamed inwardly, "My lord, your behavior is not in line with your character. You're taking advantage of me!"
Qi'er wanted to remind her, but Qingxing gave her a look, indicating that the young lady was still immersed in her emotions and that the two of them should not dampen her spirits.
In fact, Lin Yuesha didn't feel that she was breaking the rules. When she participated in cooking competitions in modern times, regardless of winning or losing, she would always politely hug her opponent when receiving the award, even if it was just to encourage them.
So, when Xiao Qi hugged her, Lin Yuesha didn't notice anything amiss.
"Little sister, let's remember this debt."
Xiao Qi's eyes darkened, all the brilliant light hidden within them vanished, instantly plunging him into boundless darkness, revealing a mad, destructive glint. But only for a brief moment, the darkness dissipated, and he returned to his usual honest self.
Lin Yuesha rubbed her eyes, thinking she had misread it. Actually, she was already very satisfied that her stepbrother could say that.
All of this shows that honest people have their bottom line, and they also have people they care about and want to protect with their lives. Even siblings might not act this way; she has no other desires.
"Although this matter has nothing to do with Bai Dingfeng, I can't help but feel angry with him."
Xiao Qi stated that he would not go to Beijing with Bai Dingfeng.
That person was too shrewd and an eyesore. More importantly, Bai Dingfeng was a big glutton, and Xiao Qi only wanted to eat the food that his younger sister brought him all by himself.
"But, safety..."
Lin Yuesha also disliked the Bai family, but she hesitated because of her stepbrother's safety on the road.
"Don't worry, little sister. I went to the escort agency to ask. A caravan will be heading to the capital in a few days. I will travel with the caravan."
Although it would be a bit tiring, Xiao Qi wanted to get to the capital as soon as possible so he could find a place to stay.
Previously, Bai Dingfeng had invited him to stay at one of the Bai family's estates, but that's probably not possible now.
If Bai Dingfeng hadn't been so attentive, the younger sister wouldn't have been resented by the Li sisters. In the end, Bai Dingfeng wasn't innocent.
“Brother, living on the estate is too far away, it’s inconvenient for you to discuss academic matters with people on a daily basis.”
Reading ten thousand books and traveling ten thousand miles doesn't mean working in isolation; rather, it means pooling wisdom and everyone having their own insights and perspectives.
Lin Yuesha currently has 20,000 taels of silver. Even though land in the capital is incredibly expensive, this amount of money is enough to buy a three-courtyard house in the inner city.
"Brother, take this money to the capital."
Lin Yuesha opened her purse, overwhelmed with excitement and emotion, and immediately gave away the silver notes she had just received.
"Little sister, this is the money you earned with your life, you should keep it."
Xiao Qi refused, but Lin Yuesha stuffed it into his hands. Having an older brother who was willing to risk his life for him was something that no amount of money could buy.
Lin Yuesha values money, but she cares even more about family ties, and she's willing to give as much as she can afford.
Xiao Qi accepted the silver note. Although it was all part of his plan, for some reason, it felt as if he was holding a thousand pounds in his hands. Lin Yuesha's trust made him feel heavy for the first time in his life.
Xiao Qi dared not imagine what would happen if his younger sister learned the truth one day.
What could he do? He could only be sincere to her, be devoted to her for life, and spoil her. There was no other way.
Qi'er and Qingxing looked at each other without saying a word. The more smug the master is now, the more miserable he will be when he is discovered. If the young lady refuses to forgive him, even someone as powerful as him has no good solution.
Of course, this is what they want to see. After all, even someone who is best at controlling people's hearts needs a bit of surprise.
Lin Yuesha was an unexpected and unique person.
"Little sister, you don't always have to consider your brother's feelings. It was your brother who was wrong before."
Xiao Qi solemnly apologized to Lin Yuesha, admitting that his temperament might have caused trouble for his younger sister.
"That's not the case. Actually... I wasn't planning on saying that."
Lin Yuesha thought of her previous concerns and found it somewhat amusing. She had someone to rely on; her stepbrother was her support. She believed that with Xiao Qi's talent, he would surely pass the imperial examination in the capital.
The brother and sister chatted for a while, and then Bai Youran's maid, Ruyi, came to deliver an invitation.
"Shall we go to the Bai residence as guests now?"
Lin Yuesha raised an eyebrow knowingly; the Yan family was about to cause trouble again.
If before, Lin Yuesha had thought about building a good relationship with Bai Youran and not offending the Bai family, now she had no such thoughts at all.
Some people are best left alone if you can't afford to offend them. Knowing full well that the Yan family wants to target Li Ruoxue, they still go and get involved. Isn't that just crazy?
“My elder brother left home these past two days, and I have to go back to the girls’ school tomorrow, so I won’t be able to bother you any longer.”
Lin Yuesha politely declined, and then explained her reasons for refusing.
Lin Yuesha was just an accessory, so she refused to come over. Ruyi didn't say anything else and rushed back to give a reply.
"Miss, why don't you go and see the joke?"
Qi'er asked Lin Yuesha, "The Bai family is in such a mess right now, yet Yan Shi still has the energy to send people over. That's quite something."
"To avoid getting into trouble, it's best to keep a low profile."
Lin Yuesha said this, but she didn't think so. It wasn't that she was narcissistic, but Yan Shi's attitude towards Lin Mama determined that the two were not on the same side.
Once interests are involved, Yan could very well become a weapon against her.
Ultimately, Lin Yuesha was self-aware enough to easily deceive the Li sisters, but that wouldn't work with the Yan family.
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