Chapter 42: Chapter 42 - 32: More Like the Heroine’s Bootlicker

"Xiao Si, these clothes are prepared for your full moon banquet. Take a look and see which one you like?"

Lady Yun brought several tiny outfits for Yun Wanqing to try on. After changing into each one, she would hold her in front of the mirror to let her see.

"Gah..."

[Wow, so pretty, I like every one of them. But it’s a shame I can only wear one. So indecisive... maybe I’ll just choose this one. After looking at them all, I still like this one the most.]

Yun Wanqing clutched a little red embroidered jacket and wouldn’t let go. The jacket had a white fur trim around the collar and cuffs, with the words "peace forever" embroidered in gold on the chest. It was just so lovable.

"Pfft..."

Seeing her in this state, Lady Yun couldn’t help but laugh, "Alright, alright, I know you want this one. You’ll wear it on the day of the full moon banquet, and the rest can be for everyday wear."

[Oh yay, this is great. They are all mine.]

Yun Wanqing’s eyes sparkled as she looked at the various colorful outfits beside her, wishing she could wear them all at once. Lady Yun reached out and touched her cheek, teasing her.

"Why do I feel that Xiao Si can understand what her mother is saying? Is our Xiao Si really that smart? Can she understand her mother after just one month?"

Upon hearing this, Yun Wanqing blinked, let go of the little jacket, and looked at Lady Yun with a proud grin.

[I understand, I understand, mom, this is definitely not your illusion. I really can understand your words.]

Lady Yun smiled gently and kissed her on the face.

"Xiao Si is just too cute~"

After trying on the clothes, Lady Yun went off to busy herself with other matters, leaving Yun Wanqing lying idly on the couch basking in the sun. Suddenly, Yun Wanye arrived.

"I’ll watch over little sister. You can go out now."

After dismissing the maid, Yun Wanye strode over and plopped down next to her. Yun Wanqing raised her eyelids for a glance, then lazily closed her eyes to pretend to sleep.

Yun Wanye: "..."

He felt very unbalanced in his heart. Why does little sister enthusiastically praise and ask big brother for hugs and even takes initiative to check his pulse, worrying so much for him, yet barely acknowledges him?

Isn’t he her real brother too?

Hasn’t he spent even more time with her than big brother? Truly a little ungrateful girl.

Thinking of his request, Yun Wanye had to suppress his imbalance. He smiled and pinched Yun Wanqing’s chubby little cheeks, planting a kiss on her forehead.

"Little sister, did you miss your second brother? Second brother is here to see you."

Yun Wanqing opened her eyes and lazily looked at him.

[I refuse to answer this question.]

[If I say I did, it wouldn’t be sincere, but if I say I didn’t, it would be too heartless. The main thing is that regardless of whether I did or didn’t, I have no way to tell you.]

Yun Wanye: "..."

This little sister’s logic is just... well, not faulty.

"Sigh, I, second brother, have a belly full of words that I can’t hold in, but sadly no one to confide in. After pondering, I think sharing with little sister is most appropriate, since little sister can’t understand and certainly won’t tell anyone."

He sighed suddenly, his exquisite, handsome face showing a hint of sorrow and disappointment, which was truly pitiful. However, in front of him was Yun Wanqing.

[Hmph, so that’s why this jerk second brother thought of seeing me. Turns out he wants to use me as an emotional outlet.]

[It’s not impossible, but it depends on whether what he says interests me. If I’m not interested, then don’t blame me for going to sleep and showing you no face.]

"..."

Jerk second brother!!!

Yun Wanye’s breath hitched as he unconsciously ground his teeth. Why is it that dad, mom, big brother, Yun Wanyao, and even Seventh Uncle are all "dear" ones, while he’s the jerk?

Forget it. It’s surely because he didn’t stay to hold and comfort her enough during her big cry when she wanted him to stay. And because he doubted and went to look for himself, she’s misunderstood that he doesn’t love her and still holds a grudge.

Struggling to calm his mood, Yun Wanye tried probing.

"Little sister, your second brother has been diligent in martial arts and proficient in riding and shooting since childhood, with dreams of pacifying the world."

"Even if I don’t gain father’s approval, I have never abandoned my dream. Second brother believes that one day, he too will become a great hero in the hearts of the people throughout the world. Don’t you think so?"

Yun Wanqing rolled her eyes internally, sneering in disdain.

[You? Ha, destined to fail in becoming a great hero in the people’s hearts. You might just end up as the heroine’s sycophant.]

Wha-wha-what?

Sycophant???

Isn’t that like being a dog?

How could it be?

Yun Wanye’s expression instantly cracked, his eyes dazed, a wave of disbelief sweeping through his mind as he felt it was utterly ridiculous.