"Leave me alone," Xin Yunzhou said. "Mother only left me this one jade pendant. You're always all lovey-dovey with Qi Huaiyu, so of course you don't care about anything else, but I just want what's mine!"
Xin Jiuwei wasn't angry at his harsh words and was about to speak.
The singer broke free from Wang Qing and the other woman's restraints and knelt down again, kowtowing three times with a loud "bang bang bang".
"Young Master Xin, I was wrong, please forgive me, please forgive me!"
Her actions were so fast and decisive that Xin Yunzhou was dumbfounded and momentarily forgot what to say.
Xin Jiuwei watched without showing any emotion.
When this incident came to light in her previous life, Xin Jiuwei didn't really believe that her brother would punish a singer so severely.
But the truth is, everyone saw Xin Yunzhou kick the singer during the struggle, and she died that very night.
Although it cannot be proven from a timeline perspective that the person died because of Xin Yunzhou, in the eyes of outsiders, this life is also attributed to Xin Yunzhou, and his reputation as a playboy is confirmed.
In her previous life, Xin Jiuwei met that singer again much later.
The other party is not dead at all, and is still serving Qi Huaiyu.
Xin Jiuwei leaned closer to Xin Yunzhou and whispered, "Brother, everyone outside is watching. If you teach her a lesson today, you'll definitely be remembered for being unforgiving. If anything happens in the future, won't people suspect you first and cause you trouble?"
Seeing Xin Yunzhou's slightly startled expression, she added, "Besides, if this gets back to Father, he will definitely reprimand you."
Xin Yunzhou's expression changed slightly, but he said, "Haven't I been scolded by him enough times? I won't miss this one."
“But I’m afraid you’ll get scolded.” Xin Jiuwei took his wrist. “Brother, let’s go back quickly. I’m so afraid she’ll kowtow herself to death.”
Thinking of his younger sister, who, despite her willfulness, had always been timid and weak since childhood, Xin Yunzhou sighed inwardly.
"But my jade pendant..."
"It was ultimately her fault. When Mother was alive, she was so kind and would never make things difficult for others," Xin Jiuwei said softly. "I'll give you the calligraphy that Mother left me when we get back."
Xin Yunzhou's expression finally softened. "What would I do with your things?"
He waved his hand, "Never mind, she didn't do it on purpose, let's call it a day."
The singer was still kneeling on the ground, forgetting to respond.
Seeing that there was no excitement to be had, the people outside gradually dispersed.
Xin Yunzhou frowned when he saw the singer still kneeling. "Have you gotten addicted to kneeling?"
Because he was standing on high ground, his gaze inadvertently swept over the singer's open collar before he quickly looked away.
The singer's mind raced as she slowly stood up.
Just as they were trying to think of a solution, they heard Xin Yunzhou call over a servant, "Give her the ointment I brought out."
A small celadon bottle was shoved into the singer's hand. She was startled, and when she came to her senses, Xin Yunzhou had already left with Xin Jiuwei.
Before leaving, Xin Jiuwei turned around, and the singer's eyes met hers.
Then she saw the elegant young lady smile at her, a very faint smile, which she, usually so perceptive, could not understand.
After everyone had left, the singer slowly walked to the bronze mirror in the corner and touched the back of her neck, which was hidden under her collar.
This wasn't Xin Yunzhou's first time here. She had deliberately shown the other party the bruise on the back of her neck, saying it was from being beaten by those spoiled young masters.
Originally, she only wanted to gain Xin Yunzhou's sympathy.
The celadon bottle in her hand suddenly felt scalding hot. The singer sighed and put the medicine bottle into her sleeve.
Xin Jiuwei had a lot to say to Xin Yunzhou, but she knew she couldn't rush it.
In her past life, her brother was an incompetent ruler, but he wasn't inherently bad. This time, she was determined to keep a close eye on him and prevent her family from falling into Qi Huaiyu's trap again.
Upon arriving at their home, Xin Jiuwei was helped down from the carriage by Xin Yunzhou. Just as the siblings were about to ascend the steps, several people waiting at the door suddenly surrounded them.
"Miss Xin San".
"You've come at the perfect time! Why isn't Brother Qi coming out yet?"
Xin Jiuwei frowned, exchanged a glance with Xin Yunzhou, and asked the group of scholars.
What brings you here?
One of the scholars, who appeared to be the oldest, said, "Brother Qi sent us to see him today. We are all students who came to Yingzhou to take the imperial examinations. A few days ago, Brother Qi promised to give us a place to stay."
“Yes, yes,” someone else chimed in. “He told us to come to the Xin residence to find him.”
Xin Jiuwei smiled.
Qi Huaiyu really thinks he's the master of the Xin family, he's so generous!
She looked at the crowd and said, "You have misunderstood. Qi Huaiyu is not a member of the Xin family and cannot be the head of the Xin household. He is not here today either. Gentlemen, please leave."
The scholars were all taken aback upon hearing this, and then their faces showed some embarrassment.
"How...how could this be?"
One of the young men, with slanted eyes, snorted, "I told you long ago not to accept charity, but you insisted on coming!"
"How can you speak like that?" the older one said. "We have discussed literature with Brother Qi and know that he is insightful and highly talented, which is why we trust him so much. Besides, we have agreed to learn from each other in the future and follow Brother Qi's lead. How can this be considered charity?"
The young man said, "Then we were just scammed!"
The scholar next to him said, "How can it be considered a lie? It can't be considered a lie!"
The man glanced cautiously at the Xin siblings and whispered, "Didn't Brother Qi say that Miss Xin is a bit willful? She must have had a fight with you. We were just caught in the crossfire, so how can we blame you?"
“Yes, yes,” the others chimed in quietly. “These wealthy and powerful families are known for their arrogance, so let’s not make things difficult for Brother Qi.”
Their words faintly reached Xin Jiuwei's ears. She watched their discussion with a cold eye, pondering in her heart.
After they had finished speaking, she said, "Gentlemen, I was being presumptuous just now."
When she saw the group looking over, her face lit up with a smile.
"Gentlemen, you have come from elsewhere to Yingzhou to take the imperial examinations. You must be weary from your journey. My father has always admired scholars, and Jiuwei should not neglect you gentlemen."
“My brother is also taking the exam soon. Why don’t you stay at the Xin residence during the exam period? If you have any difficulties, please feel free to ask. If you can give my brother some guidance or help him study together, I would be very grateful.”
Qi Huaiyu using her family's money to do favors? What a ridiculous situation! She might as well go with the flow.
The scholars looked at each other, some of them showing interest.
But then the young man with slanted eyes said, "We came here today because Brother Qi has admirable talent, not because we covet your family's wealth!"
Xin Jiuwei said, "But if you gentlemen study with my brother, you will have a good environment to prepare for the exams and you can also learn from each other and make progress. Why not?"
"Progress?" The young man sneered. "I've heard Brother Qi say before that the young master of the Xin family is not suited for studying. Are you saying this to get us to be your brother's free tutor?"
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