Chapter 218: Chapter 218

Liu Zhiyuan saw Ye Qian’s face full of guilt and sadness, and could only comfort her a few more times. Ye Qian seemed to take it well, realizing that crying endlessly would be annoying, and then started talking about Ye Ling. Follow current ɴᴏᴠᴇʟs on novel·fiɾe·net

"Brother Zhiyuan, this time I discovered that my sister actually gets along quite well with you all. If there’s a chance, could you help persuade her to come home? Ever since my mom hit her, she hasn’t come home, and her spirit’s not been good. At night, she often wipes her tears secretly, afraid I’ll see and worry. Actually, what kind of knot can’t be untied within a family? My sister has just been staying in the countryside these years, distancing herself from us, always thinking my mom doesn’t like her. We’re all my mom’s children, how is it possible she wouldn’t like her?" Ye Qian pulled at the corner of her mouth in frustration, "I know asking you to say something isn’t easy. You don’t have to go out of your way; just if there’s a chance to say a few words, it’s fine. Just let my sister know the family always thinks of her."

"Don’t worry, I’ll definitely talk to her if there’s a chance," Liu Zhiyuan promised with his mouth, but felt bitter inside. It’s not like he hadn’t tried to persuade her before.

But what happened later? It only made Ye Ling turn against him, and since then, she hadn’t given him a good look, just like looking at an enemy. Right now, Liu Zhiyuan could hardly bear Ye Qian’s pleading and agreed, but as for whether he’d actually do it, he could only promise against his heart.

"Thank you, Brother Zhiyuan." Ye Qian finally showed her sweet smile from before, "Brother Zhiyuan must be applying to a business school, right? Really, as long as we get into college, nothing else much matters. If I get into the company tomorrow, then we’ll be colleagues."

"Yes, I’m applying to a business university, but as for how well I’ll do, it’s still uncertain," Liu Zhiyuan said humbly.

Ye Qian playfully stuck out her tongue, "I believe in Brother Zhiyuan."

Liu Zhiyuan also smiled. He was originally quite a refined person, someone who could be presentable even in the compound, usually having a maturity beyond his years. At this moment, when he smiled, there was a rare trace of boyishness about him.

Ye Qian was spellbound, staring in a daze until Liu Zhiyuan was so embarrassed from being stared at that he lightly coughed twice. Only then did Ye Qian blush and look down, and Liu Zhiyuan’s ears also felt hot. "It’s getting late, I should head home now. I’ll come see you when I have the time."

Ye Qian wanted to get up, "I’ll see you off."

"No need." Liu Zhiyuan stopped her, "We’re not outsiders, and you’re not well, just stay lying down."

Ye Qian knew that pleasantries now would only annoy Liu Zhiyuan, so she obediently nodded, "Then Brother Zhiyuan, come by and see me when you have time."

Liu Zhiyuan agreed before leaving the West Room. Bai Xue was sitting in the living room, and when she saw him come out, she smiled and made a few polite remarks, sending him off. Only then did she happily return to the West Room and carefully asked about everything again. Seeing that Liu Zhiyuan still cared for her daughter as before, she was finally relieved.

After letting her daughter rest, she went to the East Room since her brother’s issue wasn’t resolved yet. When Bai Hehua saw her aunt come in, she quickly got off the bed, "Aunt."

Bai Xue nodded, but didn’t have time to acknowledge her niece’s politeness, pulled over a chair and sat down, "Hehua, your parents intend to rent a house in the city first, and after the child is born, see if it’s a boy or girl. If it’s a girl, there’s currently a rule that having two girls won’t result in a fine. If it’s a boy, then you’ll need to save up money to go back home to pay the fine before returning. The house has already been found, and as for work, your dad can only find odd jobs in the city for now. It’s enough to support the family but hard to save any money. Your dad and I also discussed it, your dad will go do odd jobs, and since your mom is pregnant and no one is available to care for her, you’re just right to make lunch, so you can take care of your mom during this time as well."

Bai Hehua knew halfway through what the result would be, so by the time she heard halfway, her body froze in place. She didn’t come to her senses until she was called several times, and looked blankly at her aunt.

"What’s up with you, child? I’m talking to you, what are you thinking about? You heard what I said just now, right?" Seeing her niece nod, Bai Xue’s expression softened slightly. "Pack your things tonight, after breakfast tomorrow I’ll take you over to get acquainted with the place and then head to work."

When she saw her niece’s poor complexion, Bai Xue simply ignored it and got up to leave.

Ever since the incident with Shen Bin, Bai Xue’s heart has held a grudge against her niece. Now, there hasn’t been a call from the leader’s family again, and though her daughter has been to the library twice, she still hasn’t met Director Li’s wife. Bai Xue doesn’t know if the other party is deliberately avoiding them. If they’re genuinely not there, that’s fine; if they are avoiding them, there’s nothing to be done right now. Who asked her niece to cause such trouble?

Her husband is currently at a critical stage for promotion within the company, and ever since he returned last time, he hasn’t sent any letter home. Bai Xue is worried but doesn’t want to humble herself before her husband, so she just keeps it to herself.

Bai Hehua sat stupefied by herself for a while before she resignedly started packing. Early the next morning, she followed Bai Xue out of the compound. She didn’t have much stuff, just carried a bag and left. Bai Xue, having sent her off, felt relieved.

At school, Ye Ling slept in for a bit after the exams, while Ji Hong and the others who needed to take the final exams went to class early, leaving the dormitory to herself. She barely had time to enjoy it when Zhao Guodong and his group disrupted her peace.

"We’re going for a picnic today; everything’s ready." Zhao Guodong said, pushing the door open and walking in.

Ye Ling was woken up and remembered she was only in a vest. She called out through the bed curtain, "Get out."

Zhao Guodong paused, then realized what was going on, and hurriedly turned around to leave. Zhang Linong and Wang Ping were outside, holding things and laughing at him. Zhao Guodong’s face darkened, and he snorted, turning his head away. No wonder those two guys didn’t go in earlier; they clearly knew what was going on.

In the dorm, Ye Ling climbed out of bed with messy hair and looked at the three outside the door, "You haven’t even filled out your applications yet, and you’re going out to play?"

"No problem." Zhao Guodong patted his chest, exuding confidence in himself.

Ye Ling scratched her head, "But I’m so tired, I want to rest."

"Everything’s ready." Zhang Linong raised the basket in his hand, "My mom prepared the food. Try it and see how her skills are."

The Zhang, Wang, and Zhao families genuinely liked Ye Ling. The three mischievous kids, after befriending Ye Ling, stopped fighting and obviously toned down their behavior. Their grades improved, and while there was worry about them not passing, unexpectedly they did better than the girls in the compound and got accepted. Now they’re also taking the college entrance exam early. How could they not like Ye Ling?

Yesterday, after finishing the exams, Zhao Guodong organized a picnic. Back home, the families prepared various things. Seeing Zhang Linong was eager about the idea too, Ye Ling finally agreed to go out with the three of them for a picnic.

But they didn’t foresee what would happen. (To be continued. If you enjoy this work, you’re welcome to cast recommendation votes, monthly votes at Qidian(qidian.com). Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please read at m.qidian.com.)