Chapter 178 (1/2)

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation  Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

Qi Chenglin glanced over, weighed his options, and decided to tell the truth. “Song Yu was the one who told me. Yesterday she went to the mall with her mother and saw them. Zhou Mingyan looked a little frightened when she bumped into them. Zhou Mingyan is not a bright woman—her initial reaction can’t trick anyone.”

“I know you have a thing against Song Yu, but Chengyue, you’re not dumb. You’re the exact opposite. You know very well that Song Yu and Big Brother are truly in love with each other, and she only has Big Brother in her heart—there is no space for Jian Yi in there. She’s also not the type to do something harmful to herself and others. Big Brother and I have reservations about Jian Yi as a person, but because you liked him, as your brother I can’t stop you—I could only be your clear conscience.

“Song Yu does not need to use this to ruin your marriage. She chose to let me tell you this because she was afraid you would think she’s intentionally berating Jian Yi to ruin your marriage. To be frank, she wasn’t sure about what’s going on between Jian Yi and Guan Xiaolin. Jian Yi could even be innocent, and Guan Xiaolin is the one who’s trying things. But she wishes that you would pay a little more attention to this since another woman is waiting to pounce on him.

“If Jian Yi and Guan Xiaolin really betrayed you, you shouldn’t be played by them like this. If Jian Yi is innocent, and Guan Xiaolin is the one trying things, then you should be careful of her. This is why Song Yu wanted me to talk to you about this.”

Qi Chenglin sighed. He rested his elbows on his kneecaps, leaned his body forward, and proceeded to intertwine his fingers between his knees.

“If you don’t believe me, I will check the shift schedule at the store Zhou Mingyan shopped in yesterday—we can go meet the salesperson at the time during her shift.”

Qi Chengyue looked down and did not utter a word.

“Chengyue, what are you thinking?” Qi Chenglin looked at her.

Qi Chengyue stayed silent for a while before replying, “I got it.”

She stood up and said in a cold voice, “If there’s nothing else, I’ll leave.”

“Chengyue! I don’t care if you believe me or not, the least you can do is remember what I said. I will investigate Jian Yi and Guan Xiaolin, and I will not let you be played by them,” Qi Chenglin stood up and said.

Qi Chenglin walked a few steps toward her, but not too close—he was afraid Qi Chengyue would be uncomfortable.

“Chengyue, you’re my sister. Believe me, I will not let you be bullied by others.”

Qi Chengyue finally turned around slowly. Qi Chenglin felt relieved after seeing that she did not cry. She looked like she believed what he said.

But she looked vulnerable—it was heartbreaking.

Qi Chengyue silently nodded. “I understand.”

Jian Yi finished his call and entered the house. He found Song Yu and Qi Chengzhi alone in the living room and smirked before sitting across them without a word.

Qi Chengyue and Qi Chenglin came out together. Song Yu looked at Qi Chenglin, and Qi Chenglin nodded slightly.

Qi Chengyue sat down quietly and glanced over at Song Yu.

“Deng! Deng! Deng!” Qi Youxuan changed into his little tuxedo and came down the stairs.

This tuxedo of his was bought during New Year’s. Grandma realized that Qi Youxuan had gained weight and made him go on a diet—which was why he could fit into his New Year’s clothes.

“Why are you dressed like this?” Qi Chenglin looked at his son—his eyes twitched.

Qi Youxuan looked down shyly and said, “I’ve invited my in-laws, they should be here any minute.”

“…” Qi Chenglin asked, “What in-laws of yours?”

“Ugh Dad, you’re speaking as if I am a player. I only have one father-in-law and one mother-in-law, and they’re Muran’s parents!” Qi Youxuan became indignant—he thought his reputation was ruined by his father.

“…” A speechless Qi Chenglin looked at him for some time before saying, “Don’t learn those thick-skinned things from your uncle.”

“…” Qi Chengzhi was speechless.

Qi Youxuan ignored him and went to the toilet to grab Grandma’s hair gel. He put it in Qi Chenglin’s hands and said, “Dad, help me style my hair like the one you did for Sports Day at the kindergarten.”

After getting urged by Qi Youxuan, Qi Chenglin quietly dug some hair gel from his hand and styled Qi Youxuan’s hair.

The doorbell rang just after the styling was done. Qi Youxuan rushed to the door after hearing Aunty Liu say it was Wei Ziqi and family.

After Wei Ziqi and Wei Ran walked in, Qi Youxuan cleverly called, “Hello uncle, hello aunty.”

Wei Ziqi was unexpectedly nice towards Qi Youxuan and said, “Happy birthday.”

Wei Ran also passed a present to Qi Youxuan and wished him a happy birthday.

“Thank you uncle and aunty, I will definitely treasure it and pass it down to your grandchild,” Qi Youxuan said before even opening his gift.

“…” Wei Ziqi and Wei Ran were speechless.

Later on, Qi Youxuan dragged Little Muran to check out his racetrack.

Grandpa and Grandma came home after some time.

Grandma’s part in the film was done for the day, and she did not have any more scenes after that. This was specifically requested by Han Zhuoli—Grandma’s scenes were to be shot without tiring her, and she was not to spend too much time with the film crew. As long as it scratched her itch it was good enough.

Grandma was a little sick of spending time with the film crew. She would not be taking up parts for some time.

After changing in her room, Grandma cracked open sunflower seeds as she asked, “Song, girl, are you free next Saturday?”

“What’s the matter, Grandma?” Song Yu asked.

“Haha, I wanted to bring you to the old Han house—a few friends want to come as well. They want to meet Chengzhi’s new wife.” Grandma looked annoyed at these people, but her cunning eyes were glowing.

“Don’t worry, I won’t make you spend too much time with us old women. I’ve told Chengzhi to come pick you up when you get bored.”

“Okay.” Song Yu agreed right away.

For Qi Youxuan’s birthday, Qi Chengzhi made Yanbei City send their top chef to the house to prepare dinner.

The birthday cake was made in the morning by a top pastry chef and brought to the house.

It was dinner time, so Song Yu went upstairs to get the two children.

After reaching Qi Youxuan’s bedroom, the door was open and she saw the children playing with four-wheel toys. In actual fact, Muran was the one playing and Qi Youxuan was just watching her.

Every time Little Muran came across a problem, Qi Youxuan was there to help her solve it.

Muran successfully made her four-wheel toy run around the racetrack, and it did not fall off at sharp corners. She immediately clapped in excitement, and her doll-like face was flushed as she shouted, “I did it! I did it!”

Qi Youxuan was buzzed and grabbed Muran by her wrist. He leaned over all of a sudden and kissed Muran on her pink cheeks.

“Ahem!” Song Yu cleared her throat. If she remained quiet, Muran would be further taken advantage of by Qi Youxuan.

If Wei Ziqi found out about this, Qi Youxuan would not be forgiven.

Song Yu glared at Qi Youxuan. After getting caught for kissing Muran, Qi Youxuan—who was usually thick-skinned—became flushed.

How unlucky he was, getting caught when it was his first time doing so.

Song Yu walked over and lightly flicked Qi Youxuan in his head, saying, “Don’t take advantage now, pursue her proudly when you’re older.”

Qi Youxuan stood up with his little belly as he twisted his waist in embarrassment.

Song Yu laughed and said, “Come, let’s go eat. You’re the birthday boy today.”