Chapter 630 Beating Up My Stepbrother
Seeing Liu Bo's expression, Lin Yuesha felt a chill in her heart. She understood that the low atmosphere in the mansion must mean that no news had come, and her stepbrother had failed the exam.
In fact, Lin Yuesha had also considered this outcome. It wasn't that Xiao Qi was not knowledgeable, but rather that the imperial examinations were inherently unfair. For example, there were no standard answers for essay questions; instead, the answers depended on the examiners' preferences.
"Uncle Liu, is my elder brother at home?"
Lin Yuesha quickly adjusted her mindset, making sure she didn't show any disappointment and that she could comfort him properly.
"Yes, young master is at home."
When Uncle Liu saw that his young lady had left, he immediately breathed a sigh of relief. This was the first test, and he had done well, without giving anything away.
Lin Yuesha has a habit of going to the main kitchen first thing after returning home to see if there are any ingredients. If time permits, she will cook something delicious for her family.
Inside the large kitchen, Liu Quan's wife was talking to Song Shi.
Song had already integrated into the household, managing the flowers and plants in the mansion every day, making some rouge, and spending the rest of her time chatting with Liu Quan's wife in the main kitchen, while also helping to start the fire.
There weren't many servants in the house, but everyone had something to do, yet it didn't seem chaotic.
Liu Quan's wife and Song's children can all help with the chores now.
"Miss, you came back because you heard the results were released today, right?"
As soon as Lin Yuesha entered the main kitchen, Liu Quan's wife immediately felt on high alert. Her young lady was too clever to be fooled!
Madam Xu insisted that this was to create a surprise, so everyone in the household joined in the commotion, and the young master tacitly approved.
The young master was only outwardly kind, as Liu Quan's wife could see clearly; in reality, he harbored some wicked intentions.
"Yes, I heard that my older brother has also returned from the academy."
Lin Yuesha pretended to be relaxed, picking and choosing among the dishes, hesitating about what to eat.
"Madam Xu has sent over some beef, saying that you will definitely be home today."
Liu Quan's wife opened a box. The box was wrapped in cotton and contained crushed ice. On top of the box was sliced and marinated beef.
"Then let's have a hot pot today."
The beef was fresh, and she also prepared some handmade meatballs and vegetables, making it a perfect time for the whole family to gather together in a lively atmosphere.
"Miss, you..."
Liu Quan's wife hesitated, looking sad.
"It's okay, I know everything."
Lin Yuesha waved her hand, knowing without being told that her stepbrother hadn't passed the exam. Anyway, there was still time; they could take their time and there was no rush. Now that the family had a business, she could also take on side jobs to earn money, so there was more than enough money for her studies.
Liu Quan's wife watched Lin Yuesha's retreating figure and asked Song Shi, "What does Miss know?"
Did they expose their lies, or did they really believe the young master had failed the exam?
"I can't tell."
After careful recollection, Song noticed that Lin Yuesha's expression remained calm, showing neither joy nor disappointment, so she was unsure as well.
When Madam Chen learned that she was someone who couldn't keep secrets, she didn't even see her daughter. Before Lin Yuesha could even go to the main courtyard, she was sent away by Granny Kang.
"Miss, please go and see the young master."
Granny Kang sighed, secretly delighted. The whole household was working together to trick the young lady. Was this really interesting?
Of course it's interesting!
"Is my older brother very disappointed?"
Lin Yuesha was worried about her stepbrother. Her older brother was just like that; even if he was upset, he wouldn't say it out loud, just because he didn't want his family to worry.
Over this long period of time, he rarely mentioned his feelings.
Thinking of how strong he always was, Lin Yuesha's heart softened again, and she worried for no reason that she might say the wrong thing.
Well, the more I say, the more mistakes I'll make. Since things have come to this, I'll just spend more time with him. There's no harm without comparison. At least Xiao Qi has finished his exams, which is better than that unlucky guy, Young Master Bai, who collapsed from heatstroke halfway through his exams and was kicked out.
"Miss, this old servant must go now. Please go and see for yourself."
Granny Kang turned around and revealed a meaningful smile.
This made Lin Yuesha even more frightened. Could it be that her stepbrother had committed suicide because he couldn't bear the psychological pressure?
On the contrary, there are many people who go mad just like Fan Jin after passing the imperial examination; the hearts of scholars are particularly fragile.
Thinking of this, Lin Yuesha quickly ran to Xiao Qi's courtyard and shouted loudly, "Big brother, big brother, I'm back!"
No one answered. She remembered that Xiao Qi liked to read quietly, and there were no servants in the courtyard to attend to him.
Her shouting was considered a notification. Lin Yuesha pushed open the door and quickly went inside.
There was a figure behind the screen.
"Big brother, what are you doing? Please don't do anything rash!"
As soon as Lin Yuesha pulled, the wheels under the screen immediately moved. Xiao Qi hurriedly put on his pants, leaving his upper body bare, and had no choice but to turn his back to Lin Yuesha.
His younger sister returned so quickly that no one informed him. By the time he heard the noise and got out of the bathtub, it was too late.
Liu Quan's wife knew he wanted hot water to wash up but didn't remind him. Hmm, let's put it in the account first.
"Big brother, you..."
Lin Yuesha blinked. She hadn't expected her stepbrother to be so fair-skinned, but why did he have scars on his back? And why were they intertwined? She had reason to suspect that he had been abused.
In the brief moment, Xiao Qi quickly put on his outer robe, turned to Lin Yuesha, and asked, "So hasty, little sister, why didn't you announce your arrival?"
"I understand."
Lin Yuesha blinked. She had clearly called out in the courtyard when she came in. If her stepbrother was inconvenient, he should have spoken up to stop her.
He didn't, so she came in.
"Brother, you don't need to feel guilty. I didn't see anything."
Lin Yuesha turned around without blushing at all; it was just a glimpse of her back, which is quite common in modern times.
Xiao Qi opened his mouth, wiped his hair with a cloth, and said, "Little sister, you've grown taller than before."
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