Chapter 486 - Chapter 486: Chapter 473: Something is Not Quite Right (1/2)

Chapter 486: Chapter 473: Something is Not Quite Right

After a few rounds of this.

Chu Jinnian’s whip spun in the air, “If you have something to say, ask. This hesitancy not only stifles you but also annoys others.”

“It’s better to speak up directly than to doubt and ponder each other, to avoid unnecessary imaginings.”

Being hit right in the heart of his troubles, Chu Jinzhou’s cheeks slightly reddened. He bit his lip and finally leaned out of the carriage, sitting side by side with Chu Jinnian in front.

“Big brother.” Chu Jinzhou shook his leg, “I remember you dislike cakes the most, particularly the osmanthus cake with lotus root powder.”

“You said this cake was too sweet, making you uncomfortable all over. But today, you told Big Sister Ning that you like the osmanthus cake with lotus root powder?”

“Did you say that because you thought it would offend Big Sister Ning’s goodwill if you said you didn’t like it? So, did you lie reluctantly?”

“So, you said it to save Big Sister Ning’s face, to make her happy? Actually, you don’t have to bother that much. Big Sister Ning has always been an open-minded woman and would not take offense over such little things…”

“This…” Chu Jinnian touched his nose, “Not really.”

“Oh? Why so?” Chu Jinzhou was utterly surprised.

“I genuinely love the osmanthus cake with lotus root powder.” Chu Jinnian answered earnestly.

Chu Jinzhou gaped, “But in the past, you always…”

“I love it now.” Chu Jinnian smiled.

Lowering his head, Chu Jinzhou thought for a while, “The teacher said that people’s temperament, appearance, and physique all change with time. Is the same the case with big brother?”

It must be so. He used to stay in Qingzhuyuan; it was quiet, but he still didn’t feel too happy. Now he has Mr. Fan, Big Sister Ning, Zhuang Qingsui, and Zhuang Mingli, and he feels happy every day.

Chu Jinnian did not like the osmanthus cake with lotus root powder in the past, but liking it now is not unusual at all.

Once Chu Jinzhou figured this out, he stopped worrying about Chu Jinnian and the cake. He reached into the carriage, pulled the food box to his side, and rubbed his belly, “I’ve been in class all day, and I’m starving. This cake must be freshly made by Big Sister Ning; it might be best to eat a couple while it’s still warm.”

While talking, Chu Jinzhou extended his hand to open the food box.

“Clang”

As soon as Chu Jinzhou lifted the lid, within the blink of an eye, Chu Jinnian slammed it shut.

Startled, Chu Jinzhou looked at Chu Jinnian’s hand pressing on the box for a while before looking up at his big brother, “Big Brother?”

“We will be at Qingzhuyuan soon. Eating while riding on the bumpy carriage isn’t pleasant. Just bear with it for a little while and we can eat when we arrive.”

Chu Jinnian didn’t look back and said, “I remember you being extremely fond of crystal shrimp dumplings. I’ll ask the kitchen to make some tonight. You’re still young and need to eat proper meals. Snacks are too sweet, and children can’t have too many.”

“Oh, okay.” Chu Jinzhou nodded blandly.

Watching Chu Jinnian reposition the food box, Chu Jinzhou scratched the back of his head.