Most women would feel embarrassed if they ate so much and were stared at by a man, but Mo Qianshang seemed completely unconcerned, which only increased Qin Baiyi's doubts.
He was increasingly confused about what this Mo Qianshang, who had been given a new soul, was trying to do...
If it's said to be harmful to the children, then Mo Qianchang also eats the food that the children eat, and even eats it earlier than the others. Even if it's poisonous, she would be the first to be poisoned.
However, if she came for him, her lack of decorum and disregard for a woman's image in front of him would hardly conform to the saying that a woman dresses up for the man she loves.
Moreover, even though he had been with them for so long, he had never heard a single word about Qin Baiyi from Mo Qianshang. Even when the children mentioned it, Mo Qianshang wouldn't say much in return.
The father, seemingly completely indifferent to the children's plight...
With too many questions in her mind, Qin Baiyi forgot to reply for a moment. Mo Qianshang was not angry, but Qin Yuya, who had been sitting close to Mo Qianshang, pouted with some dissatisfaction.
“Uncle in white, my father taught us that it’s impolite not to reply to others. Besides, my mother was just worried that you hadn’t eaten enough and told you to eat more, but you ignored her. You’re really not being good!”
Suddenly being lectured by the little kid, Qin Baiyi felt a little embarrassed, especially since these were words he had taught the little kids before. He was even more at a loss for words, and a rare hint of awkwardness appeared on his face.
"I'm sorry, I was just lost in thought and that's why I was a little offensive."
Unexpectedly, the well-behaved Qin Yuya would stand up for her, and the usually cold Qin Baiyi actually apologized to her. Mo Qianshang suddenly felt a little uncomfortable and waved her hand with a smile.
"It's nothing serious. If you have something to think about, then I'll take the children away so they won't disturb you."
"No need."
Despite Qin Baiyi's refusal, Mo Qianshang still took the children to the kitchen after everyone had finished eating to help them develop their self-care skills.
Even the youngest, Qin Yuya, had to wash dishes and clean up with everyone else.
However, none of the little ones felt that Mo Qianshang was doing anything wrong, nor did they think that their stepmother was tormenting them. They were all happily washing the dishes.
Qin Baiyi disliked joining in the fun, so he watched the harmonious scene in the kitchen from afar. The cold smile on his lips softened unconsciously, and a thought popped into his mind.
Perhaps... what Mo Qianchang added to the food wasn't anything harmful.
Once this thought appeared, it lingered in Qin Baiyi's mind for a long time. The more he thought about it, the more reasonable it seemed, and he was eager to verify it.
*
Life in the village is simple. In addition, things have been quite turbulent these past two days, and I've been busy like a spinning top. After cleaning up the kitchen with the children, Mo Qianshang washed up and went to bed.
As night deepened, considering that Mo Qianshang's sensitivity to her surroundings far exceeded that of ordinary people, Qin Baiyi patiently waited until late at night before quietly leaving through the window.
The woods were exceptionally quiet and serene at night, bringing a sense of peace to one's heart, yet Qin Baiyi's mind was still somewhat unsettled.
Two little voices had been fighting in his mind for a long time: one expressed belief in Mo Qianshang, while the other felt that Mo Qianshang was definitely a problem.
Even after his subordinates received his signal and arrived, Qin Baiyi still couldn't reach a conclusion on the matter. Helplessly, he handed over a bundle of rice that he had secretly wrapped in a handkerchief, and gave instructions while pretending to be calm.
"We must find out exactly what was added to this rice."
Just as he finished speaking, Qin Baiyi suddenly remembered that Mo Qianshang was somewhat mysterious, so he added more instructions.
"Even if those old guys can't find out the specific ingredients, they must find out the effects of consuming these things, or tell me directly whether these things are beneficial or harmful."
"Yes, Master."
After giving his instructions, Qin Baiyi checked with his men about the whereabouts of the others, then tiptoed back.
However, due to Mo Qianshang's quick wit, he had to observe carefully outside the courtyard for a long time to make sure that he would not be discovered by the other party before he quickly turned around and went back into the house.
Little did she know, Mo Qianshang, who was asleep, opened her eyes immediately upon hearing the sound of clothes banging on the door.
However, she did not sense any danger. After pondering for a while, she returned to her dream.
She knew that the person in white was not simple. As long as he didn't do anything to harm them, and wasn't some heinous villain, she didn't care what he was doing.
If she could, she would only want to accompany her four children as they grow up, and once they have found their own paths, she would travel alone to explore the magnificent ancient landscape.
Such a leisurely and carefree life was something she could never have imagined in her previous life.
However, Qin Baiyi, back in her room, was quite the opposite. She couldn't fall asleep, and the images of the children and Mo Qianshang kept changing in her mind.
He hadn't had this kind of insomnia in a long time. The last time was when he had to leave his child in Mo Qianshang's care.
He didn't know how much time had passed, but sleepiness gradually crept into his eyes. He habitually scanned his surroundings and, after confirming that there was nothing amiss, he let himself fall asleep.
Who knew he would sleep until the sun was high in the sky? It was Qin Zixuan, that little rascal, who completed the basic task he had been given. Seeing that he hadn't gotten up yet, he was worried that something had happened to him and came to knock on the door to wake him up.
Even after waking up, Qin Baiyi felt that his vision was slightly blurry and he felt weak all over.
Out of the corner of his eye, he saw the worry written all over Qin Zixuan's thin face. Not wanting the child to worry about him, he quickly cheered up and began to instruct Qin Zixuan in martial arts.
He forgot one thing: children are easy to fool, but they are also the most sensitive.
After listening to him speak for only a few minutes, Qin Zixuan clutched his lower abdomen, looked up at him with a troubled expression, and his childish voice carried a hint of pain.
"Uncle in white, my stomach hurts, can I go to the restroom first?"
"Go." Qin Baiyi was never one to mistreat children, but seeing the child in distress, he couldn't bear it.
What he didn't expect was that Qin Zixuan ran out of his room and couldn't wait to find Mo Qianshang, speaking without even taking a breath.
"Mom, Uncle in white seems to be sick. Should we ask Aunt Yao to take a look at him and get him some medicine? Uncle in white is a very kind person, and it makes me feel so bad to see him like this."
Hearing the little guy's words full of concern, Mo Qianshang pinched the little guy's cheek to comfort him.
“Your uncle in white must be someone special. Your aunt Yao is timid. It wouldn’t be good if something happened that scared her.”
"I'll go check on him first. Maybe he just caught a cold. Don't worry, I won't let anything happen to your benefactor."
Actually, Mo Qianshang was afraid that Xiao Yaoshi would be frightened, but the most important reason was that she was afraid that Xiao Yaoshi would discover some secret of Qin Baiyi and offend him.
After all, she still couldn't see through that man.
When Mo Qianshang knocked on Qin Baiyi's door and entered his room with ordinary medicinal herbs, she was met with an overwhelming sense of pressure.
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