【Host, is it really appropriate for you to teach him this way? What we need is…】666 was full of question marks—is this something a normal person would teach a child? He’s still an innocent and pure-hearted kid.
【Six Six, look at it this way—if he can protect himself and retaliate against those who bully him, then he won’t grow into such an extreme villain, right? His mind won’t become twisted, and your goal will be achieved. Isn’t that great?】 Su Meng explained earnestly to 666.
【Well… that seems right, but…】666 was momentarily stunned by Su Meng’s reasoning and nodded, yet for some reason, it felt as though it had overlooked something crucial.
……
In the end, Su Meng didn’t pay close attention to how the situation developed. She only overheard some news from the Qin Family’s servants: Qin Qing had been placed under house arrest and was forbidden from having any contact with Su Meng or Qin Ye during this period.
In a short span of time, the news that Qin Qing had deliberately given Su Meng items that worsened her illness spread throughout the entire Qin Family. Wherever Qin Qing appeared, gossip and whispers followed. As for Qin Ye, he was whipped by Qin’s Father with a willow branch and had since become much quieter and more subdued.
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In the Qin Family study, Qin’s Father sat at his desk, frowning, his eyes filled with contemplation and worry. He looked at Su Meng and hesitantly asked, “Is it true that Ji Weichen has lost his memory and doesn’t remember anything?” Hearing this news, he couldn’t help but feel somewhat pleased. After all, a child who remembered nothing and could be easily manipulated was far better than a wolf cub who remembered everything and could never be tamed.
With proper planning, the substantial inheritance behind Ji Weichen might not be out of reach…
Just as Qin’s Father was lost in thought, he suddenly frowned, remembering something important, and turned to Su Meng. “The Ji family from Upper Capital will be arriving soon. Make sure Ji Weichen stays hidden and isn’t discovered. Only you and I know about Ji Weichen’s origins—no one else must find out, especially your brother. This matter is dangerous, and he must not get involved.” Qin’s Father spoke sternly, his expression grave.
Upon hearing this, Su Meng replied, “Father, why must Ji Weichen hide? Wouldn’t it be better for him to appear openly? Do you think the Ji family would recognize Ji Weichen’s appearance or name? Would they believe that someone who was supposed to be dead hadn’t gone into hiding but was instead boldly walking right in front of them?”
Qin’s Father was taken aback by Su Meng’s words.
“Right now, Ji Weichen trusts me completely. If you wish to obtain the inheritance he is entitled to through him, I can assist you. However… I need you to provide me with some support—such as certain authority and core resources within the Qin Family…” Su Meng continued, her demeanor obedient, her almond-shaped eyes appearing utterly sincere.
“You may sometimes overlook details in your plans, and both the Ji family and the Jian family pose potential threats. With Ji Weichen by my side, I can handle any hidden problems and dangers at any time. Before we secure that inheritance, Ji Weichen must not die.”
Hearing what Su Meng demanded, Qin’s Father hesitated for a moment, clearly reluctant to grant such things lightly.”You only need to offer a small sacrifice to gain substantial rewards. Isn’t this a very cost-effective arrangement, Father? I truly hope our Qin Family can join the upper echelons of Upper Capital’s elite.” Su Meng spoke again, like a demon tempting mortals, probing the deepest desires hidden in human hearts.
Hearing these words, Qin’s Father finally relented. He looked deeply at Su Meng, likely never expecting that this daughter he had long given up on – whom he assumed would eventually succumb to illness – could, while still alive, bring him such unexpected and delightful gains.
Moreover, what could a seriously ill young girl with limited time left possibly accomplish? Even if she obtained some minor core information, could she possibly destroy his Qin Family?
Thinking this, Qin’s Father completely shed his reservations. Instead, he recalled how this daughter of his usually yearned for paternal affection – he could certainly afford to bestow some condescending kindness now.
Qin’s Father immediately put on an expression of heartfelt approval and paternal love, his voice turning gentle.
“Mengmeng, you’ve grown up, learning to share burdens with your father now. Everything I’ve done has been for your sake.”
“I won’t let you down,” Su Meng replied.
[Host, isn’t this approach somewhat improper? This wasn’t part of our mission…] 666 spoke up timidly from the side, its intuition screaming that Su Meng was setting someone up – and that Qin’s Father would end up suffering terribly.
[But I truly detest being subordinate to others and constrained by them] Su Meng blinked her eyes, her face the picture of innocence as she glanced at Qin’s Father, whose greed was barely concealed.
Well then, he’ll just have to take the fall…