Chарtеr 5: Whо Сan’t Plaу thе Innocеnt White Lotus?
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“Sреаk рrоpеrlу.”
“Sеcond Вrоther.” Su Nuаnnuan clung tightly tо Su Yun’s waist, rеfusing to let go. Su Yun finаlly sighеd and rеаched оut to ruffle her hаir.
Su Lin’s liрs сurvеd into a smilе. Whеn it саme to сomрeting with their littlе sister, all thе brothers hаd to admit defеаt—this girl wаs just toо gоod at aсting cutе.
“Нow old аre yоu now, still асting likе a sрoiled сhild?” Su Yun pinchеd thе sоft flesh on the girl’s cheek.
“Secоnd Вrother, I missed yоu sо much,” Su Nuannuan mumblеd.
“Yоu missed me? That’s truly rare. Let me see if you got hurt anywhere.” Although Su Yun was strict with her, deep down, he still doted on her.
In her past life, Su Yun had gone to great lengths to stop her from marrying Qi Mubai, but she had let him down. He must have been so disappointed back then.
“I’m fine, Second Brother.” Having regained what was lost, she couldn’t contain her joy.
Su Yun and Su Lin looked at the obedient Su Nuannuan, feeling that something was off. Their precious little sister seemed to have changed quite a bit.
Su Yun rubbed his temples. Could this unusual quietness be brewing an even bigger scheme?
It wasn’t that Su Yun liked to think this way, but this sister of his was perfect in every way except for being a bit too lively and naive.
The Su family could provide her with a life free from worries, but they couldn’t guarantee that her future partner would be completely devoted to her.
“I heard it was Qi Mubai who saved you?” Su Yun asked casually.
“I don’t know. My sister said so, but I don’t remember.” Su Nuannuan nibbled on the pastries Su Lin had bought for her.
Why was Su Yun asking this? Could it be that he had noticed something was off?
“How could you not know something like that? Are you a pig?” Su Yun tapped her head in annoyance.
“I fainted at the time, Second Brother. Stop tapping me—I’m already a bit slow-witted. Don’t make it worse.” Su Nuannuan covered her head.
“Do you really like Qi Mubai?” Su Yun studied Su Nuannuan closely.
“Not that much, I guess! Compared to Mom, Dad, and my brothers, he’s not that important.” Su Nuannuan spoke vaguely.
“Hmph, finally telling the truth. Since you don’t like him, don’t go to the Qi family after you’re discharged. I’ll handle it.” Su Yun said calmly.
This was exactly what Su Nuannuan had been waiting for. She had been worrying about how to find a reason to refuse, but Second Brother was truly her savior.
As long as Second Brother gave the order, she would have an excuse when Qi Mubai came looking for her. For now, she couldn’t afford to completely offend Qi Mubai. She needed to find an opportunity to expose his dirty dealings with Su Manjing.
“Okay, I’ll listen to you, Second Brother.” Su Nuannuan’s words took Su Yun by surprise. Had falling into the river made her more sensible?
Su Nuannuan stayed in the hospital for a week. During these days, Su Manjing kept trying to make her presence felt, but Su Nuannuan didn’t hold back, ordering her around to do this and that.
She could imagine Su Manjing’s expression, but Su Manjing didn’t dare to resist in front of Lin Shuyao. Occasionally, she would try to tattle in a hypocritical manner, but Su Nuannuan didn’t go easy on her either.
“Sister, what’s wrong? Did sand get in your eyes?” Su Nuannuan looked at Su Manjing innocently.
…
Su Manjing’s face stiffened. Glancing at Lin Shuyao, who was watching her, she could only nod.
“Mom, I’ll go wash my face. I’ll be back soon.”
Tears welled up in Su Manjing’s eyes as she gave Lin Shuyao a pitiful look. She really wasn’t simple, was she?”Nuannuan, Manjing is your sister. I’ll have your brother find a caregiver for you soon.” Lin Shuyao sighed as she watched Su Manjing’s retreating figure.
“I know, she’s my sister! Mom, why do we need a caregiver? Does my sister not like me anymore?” Su Nuannuan sadly twisted her fingers, looking as if she would burst into tears at Lin Shuyao’s next words.
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“Your sister has been worried about you for two days. She hasn’t rested much during this time.” Lin Shuyao gently stroked her daughter’s hair. “Your sister doesn’t dislike you.”
“Mom, I understand.” Su Nuannuan’s eyes dimmed. Mom, do you know that despite your wholehearted devotion, she doesn’t care at all?
Not long after, Su Manjing returned. As soon as the young girl saw her, she said, “Sister, it’s all my fault. If Mom hadn’t told me, I wouldn’t have known you haven’t been resting well these past few days.”
Su Manjing curled her lips into a smile, speaking in a white lotus tone, “It’s alright, sister. Taking care of you is what I should do.”
“How can you say that! Mom will scold me again later. Even though you’re not my biological sister, I truly regard you as my own. What about you, sister?” Su Nuannuan looked at Su Manjing with hopeful eyes.
Su Manjing dug her nails into her palm. “Of course, you’re the best sister. It’s all my fault. If I hadn’t asked you to go on that outing that day, you wouldn’t have…”
“It’s not your fault, sister. Let’s not talk about this anymore. Sister, what brand of skincare products are you using? Even though you haven’t slept these past few days, your skin looks so good! I’m so envious.” Su Nuannuan sighed while looking at Su Manjing’s face.
Su Manjing’s expression stiffened. Feeling Lin Shuyao’s probing gaze, a chill ran down her spine. What’s wrong with Su Nuannuan these past few days? She seems different somehow, but I can’t find any evidence.
Su Nuannuan sneered inwardly. Su Manjing would never sacrifice her sleep for me. She’s lying without even preparing a draft first.
“I’ve always used the products you gave me,” Su Manjing said softly.
“I’m so jealous, sister. Your skin is really amazing.” Su Nuannuan’s lips curved slightly.
Su Manjing dug her nails deeper into her palm. Compared to Su Nuannuan, she was quite self-aware—this was precisely what made her jealous of Su Nuannuan. Why does she get to be beautiful, come from a good family, and have everyone treat her well?
“Sister, you’re too kind.”
In truth, she had already recovered, but Lin Shuyao, fearing something might happen, insisted she stay in the hospital for a week. During that week, she hadn’t lost weight—instead, she had gained a little.
Su Nuannuan looked at her chubby cheeks in the mirror. I’ve gained weight and don’t look as good anymore. Mom’s feeding me so much I’m turning into a little fatty.
Even after leaving the hospital, the diet remained unchanged—tonics at every meal. Her mother never tired of making them, but Su Nuannuan was growing sick of eating them.
Because of this incident, Lin Shuyao kept a close watch on her and forbade her from going out to prevent her from encountering danger again. This bored Su Nuannuan to no end.
If I can’t go out, how can I uncover Su Manjing and Qi Mubai’s dirty secrets? How can I feel at ease if this engagement isn’t called off?
She had originally planned to visit the Qi family today, but her second brother had taken care of it. However, since Qi Mubai himself hadn’t shown up today, he would surely come looking for her.
Sure enough, that afternoon, Qi Mubai appeared at her home. His expression was grim—he had likely been scolded by Madam Qi earlier that day.Watching his darkened face from afar, Su Nuannuan felt nothing but satisfaction! Qi Mubai, you’ve finally had your day. When I poured my heart out to you, how did you treat me? If you like Su Manjing so much, go find her!
Su Nuannuan rubbed her cheeks and dashed downstairs in her slippers, making a tapping sound. “Brother Mubai, you’re here,” she said with a sweet smile, as if completely oblivious to Qi Mubai’s foul mood.