Chapter 114: Fang Yuanyuan: Xue Yao, don't say anything more, Mom will make chicken soup for you. - The Rich Second-Generation Villain With No Morals

Chapter 114: Fang Yuanyuan: Xue Yao, don't say anything more, Mom will make chicken soup for you. "It just keeps changing its position. They searched my pockets, and I hid it in my sleeve. When they searched my sleeve, I would move it to my right hand. When I saw my hand, I would put it in my mouth. As long as you’re quick enough, the naked eye can’t keep up, isn’t it easy to fool them this way?" Qi Lin grinned, spouting nonsense. But this scenario wasn’t just Qi Lin’s rambling. In future movies about international thieves, they used this trick to get through security and even collaborated to pass along tools for their heists—simply amazing. Lan Gang had been a detective for over a decade; what kind of criminal hadn't he seen? Listening to Qi Lin, he actually believed him. "You have a gift for being a master thief. With your skills, stealing something would be as easy as drinking water," Lan Gang laughed heartily, teasing Qi Lin. Qi Lin chuckled in response, "Uncle Lan, how could you consider letting your future son-in-law turn into a thief? Are you trying to lead me astray so I’ll perform for you by getting myself caught?" "Get out of here!" Lan Gang laughed with narrowed eyes, raising his glass. "Come on, Uncle Lan. Today, I really have to commend you. To be honest, if it weren’t for your help, I might really be in a tight spot today." Revenge is never the act of a gentleman. This time, the attempt to frame him didn’t succeed. When he returned, his promotion to deputy director was almost guaranteed. Then, he must find whoever orchestrated this and hold them accountable. Qi Lin and Lan Gang drank a cup of tea together. Putting down the cup, Qi Lin winked at Zhou Lina, “Auntie, what's your naive plan now? Are you going to help your husband turn the tables?” Zhou Lina blushed, knowing Qi Lin was teasing her. But Zhou Lina was a woman of grace. She poured herself a glass of wine, lifted it, and looked coquettishly at Qi Lin as she said, "I misspoke; academic scores aren’t everything. Thank you for helping us earlier. This glass of wine is my gratitude, you rascal." Noticing Zhou Lina’s gentle demeanor, Qi Lin laughed and downed his wine in one go. "Haha, future mother-in-law's wine is simply delicious. Drinking it lifts one's spirits." “You cheeky boy, you should feel proud of yourself.” Zhou Lina glanced amusingly at Qi Lin, seeing his tense expression. "I’m telling you, I’ll not interfere between you and Yuxi anymore. But there’s something you must promise: don’t bully her anymore. If I find out you do, you better watch out!" Zhou Lina nodded slightly. She worked as the head nurse at a top-tier hospital, familiar with every human anatomy detail. Using a dagger on someone precisely could be ruthless without being fatal. Seeing this action, Qi Lin sucked in a sharp breath, feeling a chill spread down his back. It seems that in the future, he should avoid letting this forceful future mother-in-law find out about certain things. "Ha!" Lan Yuxi couldn’t hold back her laughter when she saw Qi Lin’s frightened expression. When Qi Lin looked over at her, she lifted her proud little face, as if to say, "With my mom backing me, what do you think? Scared yet?" A flicker of mischievousness crossed Qi Lin’s dark eyes. This young girl had just healed and had already forgotten the pain she’d gone through. Due to his oversight, he wasn’t aware that she had a talent for not getting drunk, leading all the consequences to fall on him. But this skill can only be used once. The next time Lan Yuxi is alone, he’s determined to let her know what suffering truly tastes like. When Qi Lin returned home, it was already 8 PM. “Lin’er, why are you back so late? Have you eaten yet?” Fang Yuanyuan approached with a smile, asking as soon as she saw her son. "I already had dinner at Uncle Lan's house." "Uncle Lan?" "The Lan Gang police officer I called today to manage the tourist order, he's the station chief." "Still, a detective captain? Lin'er, how do you know someone so important?" Fang Yuanyuan looked surprised, her eyes wide. Qi Lin smiled. "I'm classmates with his daughter." Fang Yuanyuan: "..." At first, it was Wang Siling, and now, he’s the daughter of a police officer. I used to worry that this little rascal couldn’t find a wife. Now, there are so many girls gravitating towards him. And it seems Qi Lin has won over everyone’s dads. Otherwise, why would they keep him for dinner? Something seemed to come to her mind, and Fang Yuanyuan’s expression briefly turned worried. She glanced at Qi Xueyao, who was sitting on the sofa in her nightgown, holding her knees and staring off into space. Fang Yuanyuan pulled Qi Lin aside. "Son, just now when your cousin went to the bathroom, I noticed she’s having trouble walking," Fang Yuanyuan whispered to Qi Lin. "Mom, I’m here, I can see her charm from her brows and eyes, clearly from being caught with someone else." "Mom knows you like her, but look, she’s already not quite... clean. What’s the point of keeping her at home?" "Don’t worry, if you can’t stand it, Mom will be the bad guy and throw her out." "Anyway, she’s a distant relative; what’s broken is broken." Qi Lin: "..." He had to admit; his mom always had his best interests in mind. Seeing Qi Xueyao no longer pure, her first thought was that she wasn’t good enough for her son and could be kicked out. Thinking about it, Qi Lin couldn’t help but laugh. Stifling his laughter, Qi Lin leaned closer to Fang Yuanyuan’s ear and said, "Mom, don't joke around. Sister Xueyao is already in my grasp. If your son has done something good, why would you still want to kick her out?" "What!" Fang Yuanyuan was startled when she heard this. After all this time, Qi Xueyao had been won over by their little rascal? Thinking about it, Fang Yuanyuan blushed, feeling ashamed. She was only concerned about her son's issues before and wasn’t actually a mean-hearted mother-in-law. Realizing her thoughts, Fang Yuanyuan gently pinched Qi Lin and said angrily, "You little rascal, doing something bad and not telling me. You know, I almost kicked my daughter-in-law out just now." Though she was pinching, she didn’t use much force. When it comes to doting on her son, no one could top Fang Yuanyuan. After glancing at Qi Lin, Fang Yuxuan released his ear and moved toward Qi Xueyao. "Xueyao, are you feeling unwell?" Fang Yuanyuan sat down next to Qi Xueyao, reaching out to gently touch her head, asking with a smile. Now she was her daughter-in-law, her attitude naturally differed. "Ah?" Qi Xueyao looked momentarily stunned, feeling both pampered and flustered. She could always tell Fang Yuanyuan didn’t like her. Especially earlier, when she came home and caught her looking with a hint of disdain. But now, after a short while, why did she seem to change so much? "Thank you for your concern, Auntie. I’m OK," Qi Xueyao said timidly. Fang Yuanyuan gave a resigned smile, "Silly girl, girls are made of water, and you just went through something so big. How could it be nothing?" "Want some chicken soup? I'll cook some for you." Qi Xueyao: "???" As if realizing something, Qi Xueyao's pale face suddenly turned red. Qi Lin had returned and whispered something to Fang Yuanyuan. Could it be that Qi Lin found out and told Fang Yuanyuan? "Auntie, I’m really fine. You don’t need to worry about me," Qi Xueyao bit her lip, not wanting to make a fuss. But Fang Yuanyuan wouldn’t let it go. She took a tissue, gently wiping the tears from Qi Xueyao’s face. "Though Lin’er can be a bit mischievous at times, he’s quite good to the girls he likes. Initially, when his father didn’t agree with you moving in, it was Lin’er who talked to him for a long time before he finally agreed." "Auntie admits my attitude toward you wasn’t great before, but you’re older, and Lin’er is young and reckless. Seeing you bully him, naturally, I felt a bit protective as a mother." "But now that everything has happened, in my heart, you’re like my own daughter. I’ll spoil you just like I spoil Lin’er." "Alright, I've said my piece. Don’t be sad. Mother will go make you some chicken soup." Fang Yuanyuan gently patted Qi Xueyao’s hair and then went to the kitchen, her smile unwavering. Qi Xueyao: "..." Honestly, watching Fang Yuanyuan’s doting actions nearly made her want to throw herself into her arms and pour out all her recent grievances. And Fang Yuanyuan referred to herself as what? Mom? "Could she be considering me her daughter-in-law?" Qi Xueyao’s cheeks flushed, and her mind was turmoil. After Fang Yuanyuan left, a rascal sidled up to Qi Xueyao. "Sister Xueyao, don’t blame me for yesterday. I initially intended to deal with Yuxi instead. Who knew she could handle her liquor so well, getting me drunk instead? I thought you were her and just..." Qi Lin wrapped his arm around Qi Xueyao’s waist, hoping to seize the moment to win her heart. "What nonsense are you talking about? I’m not you; it’s just baseless speculation." Noticing Qi Lin’s beautiful eyes, Qi Xueyao was a bit angry and pushed him away. "Then show me two steps. If you weren’t with me, why is walking hard for you?" Qi Lin, unfazed, asked with a smile. "Oh, I just twisted my ankle, it has nothing to do with you." Qi Xueyao replied irritably, turning her head away from him. "Sigh, the umbrella we bought yesterday still went unused. I wonder if it will result in someone expecting," Qi Lin sighed, pulling a box of protection from his pocket. "Hush!" This time, Qi Xueyao couldn't help but blush deeply. "Auntie, come take care of Qi Lin; he's bullying me again." Upon hearing Qi Xueyao's voice, Fang Yuanyuan stormed out of the kitchen. "You little rascal, always up to no good. Xueyao is just recovering, and you're bothering her. Do you believe I'll smack you with my spatula?" "Hurry and get to your room, unless Xueyao wants to see you." Fang Yuanyuan practically shooed Qi Lin into his room. "Mom, what are you doing?" Qi Lin sighed in defeat, resigning himself to going upstairs. "Oops~" Seeing Qi Lin being scolded by Fang Yuanyuan, the once somber Qi Xueyao broke into a happy smile. What she didn't notice was the mischievous glance exchanged between Qi Lin and Fang Yuanyuan as he went upstairs. Their eyes were filled with a scheming glimmer. The mother and son were putting on an act to help Qi Xueyao let go of her grudges and slowly integrate into the family. "The day was risky, and he... he didn't use protection. Could I really be pregnant?" Qi Xueyao clutched her pillow tightly, her beautiful eyes filled with panic after Qi Lin went upstairs. As he lay down after arriving in his room, Qi Lin, with time on his hands, retrieved the girls' diaries. However, Lan Yuxi and Qiu Yuelin's diaries only contained accounts of a young girl's feelings, lacking any substantial information, which he set aside after reading. Next, he opened Chen Shuyi's diary, which he'd only come into possession of that day. "— October 7, 22nd year. Li Jiabing has always claimed he'd give me the Beetle. Yet, because Qi Lin saved his mother, she gave the car to Qi Lin. Sometimes I truly think Li Jiabing has zero tact about certain things. Revealing them could be deeply embarrassing for everyone, right? I suggested returning the car to him, as it was his after all, but Li Jiabing refused, ending our conversation by angrily saying to treat this car as a lottery prize." "Yet, I remembered what Qi Lin said: 'This car is a gift for Sister Shuyi from me. Do you like it?' Indeed, how could an ordinary girl like me end up winning such an exceptional prize like that?" "I was pondering whether to return the car to Qi Lin, worried he might use it as leverage to bother me again. But the thing is, I really like it." Qi Lin, seeing such an entry, couldn't help but chuckle. "This time, Li Jiabing really thought he'd get his way. If he had indeed gifted this car to Chen Shuyi, perhaps she’d have been genuinely grateful." "Unfortunately, the car ended up with me. Taking the enemy's money and their girl is pretty ruthless." Qi Lin chuckled again and lowered his head. "Today, Li Jiabing's luck seemed promising with dual contracts for renovations, both with private hospitals. These two contracts might just earn Li Jiabing a hefty commission nearing hundreds of thousands." "Hundreds of thousands would be enough to buy several apartments in Jianghan City. I even promised Li Jiabing that if he actually bought a place in Jianghan City, I’d become his girlfriend. Now, if he indeed buys it, should I agree to it?" Here the entry ended. "How fortunate he is. Huamei Zixing is a Putian-based hospital chain; they probably fooled Chen Shuyi with their familiar lists. If you're cheating, don't blame me for cheating back." Qi Lin’s black eyes sparkled with determination. Tomorrow, he'd find the time to secure the one-million-yuan real estate gifted by the system. "City People" Decor Company is still just a small firm. Acquiring it would cost merely six to seven million. When the time comes, she will become the owner of this company, and Chen Shuyi will no longer be a factor he can influence. Moreover, City People Decor Company was one of the top ten decorating brands of the future. Acquiring it for less than ten million yuan, and within 20 years it ballooning to a billion-dollar valuation, is undoubtedly an incredibly lucrative business. With Chen Shuyi's diary closed, Qi Lin opened Qi Xueyao’s diary. "October 7, 22nd year. It seems like Qi Lin's mom has become a completely different person, not only making chicken soup for me but also bringing breakfast to my bedside this morning. Does she really not know that it was Qi Lin who took my innocence? Boohoo, what should I do now? I feel a bit pampered and even sort of enjoy this kindness, as if they see me as family. But I also hate Qi Lin, that scoundrel. He took my purity without my consent. So, what should Jiang Lei and I do next? I never imagined that my life as Qi Xueyao would become so chaotic one day. In the afternoon, Jiang Lei, fearing I'd be bored on my own, wanted to take me to look at houses. He said his parents gave him all their savings, enough to get a second-hand apartment in Jianghan City. He mentioned that if he managed to buy the apartment, it'd be a gift to me, so I’d no longer have to endure Qi Lin’s bullying. The apartment is located in the Mingbang Community on Qingfeng Street, building C, unit 301. Now I'm feeling confused. I'm scared of staying at Qi Lin’s house. His mom is so kind to me, I might end up with Qi Lin someday. No, I can't betray Jiang Lei; I've got to move out of Qi Lin's house." Here the entry ended.