Chapter 111: The Matter of Having Children

Xiao Wei nodded, "Made for my nephew."

"Eating is also reserved for my nephew," he added.

Knowing Bai Lu planned to roast chestnuts and his elder brother had work, both of them were busy. Xiao Wei could help take care of his nephew. As long as he looked after the child and shared some household chores, his elder brother wouldn't dislike him as much.

Xiao Wei didn't expect his elder brother to treat him like Bai Lu; he just hoped not to be disliked. If he took good care of his nephew, his elder brother and sister-in-law could focus on work, and his elder brother's attitude might improve.

But now, there was no nephew...

Bai Lu watched the little one's eyes turn increasingly red, holding a small drum in hand. She felt a pang of sourness in her eyes.

Softly consoling, "Your brother will have more children in the future, and you'll have another nephew."

"The little drum can still be kept for your nephew," she continued.

Xiao Wei's eyes lit up, "Do you have another nephew in your belly?"

Bai Lu's mouth twitched, "No."

The little one's eyes dimmed momentarily, then lit up again, staring at Bai Lu's belly.

Nervously, he asked, "When will there be another nephew?"

Bai Lu hesitated, "Well..."

"It's not my belly having children; it's someone else."

So, there's no need to look at my belly; my belly won't have your brother's child.

"But my brother's child is also your child, right?" Xiao Wei said confidently.

Bai Lu, puzzled, said, "..."

"Your brother and I... well... actually, he can have children with someone else in the future. When he marries a new wife, they can have children."

Xiao Wei was perplexed, "Why does my brother need a new wife?"

"He already married you, didn't he?"

"Our teacher said our country practices monogamy. A man can only marry one wife. Since my brother already has you as his wife, he can't marry a new one; it's a crime, and the teacher said he'd go to jail."

Bai Lu couldn't refute.

Normally a quiet child, today, he had so many questions, all oddly accurate.

Bai Lu felt a headache.

Before she could come up with a reasonable answer, the little one spoke again, "When will you and my brother have another nephew?"

"I know you're busy, but I'll help take care of the nephew," Xiao Wei promised earnestly, replacing the afternoon's despair with anticipation.

Bai Lu surrendered to the unexpected turn of events.

"Um..." She thought for a moment, deciding to shift the blame to the big brother, "Your brother doesn't want children for now."

Xiao Wei didn't believe, "No, he often looks at your belly after dinner walks. He definitely wants children."

How can a seven-year-old remember so well?

Bai Lu was speechless, "..."

Xiao Wei continued, "Moreover, if my brother really doesn't want children, he wouldn't have brought you home. He married you because he wants children, right?"

Bai Lu frowned, "Who told you that?"

"Wang Cuihua," Xiao Wei answered truthfully.

That loud-mouthed flower must have revealed this secret, considering the impact it had on the brothers' relationship.

Bai Lu admitted defeat.

This reason wouldn't work; she needed another one.

"When will you and my brother have a nephew?" The little one was anxious, brimming with expectations.

Unable to find a new reason, Bai Lu had to polish the old one, "Your brother said, when he earns more money, builds a big house, then he'll consider having a nephew."

Xiao Wei disagreed, "Our current house is already big. If my brother married you, it means he wants children. He wants children now."

Why can't we get past the child issue?

Bai Lu shook her head, "He doesn't want to."

Xiao Wei insisted, "He wants to."

"He doesn't."

"He wants to."

"He doesn't..."

"What are you talking about?"

A clear, low-toned voice intervened, followed by firm and steady footsteps approaching.

In no time, the tall and sturdy figure of a man stood before them, next to Bai Lu.

Extending his arm behind her chair, his large hand lightly rested on the chair handle, dominating the space.

Seeing this, Xiao Wei meekly reported, "Big sister-in-law said you don't want children."

Bai Lu: "!!!"

I didn't say that! I didn't say that! I didn't say that!

Glancing at the excited and nervous face of the girl, Xiao Cheng, catching sight of the small drum in the drawer.

His eyes narrowed slightly, and for the first time, he posed a question, "Do you want a nephew?"

Xiao Wei vigorously nodded, "Yes, big sister-in-law said you'll have more nephews in the future."

Bai Lu: "!!!"

I didn't say that! I didn't say that! I didn't say that!

I meant the big guy would have children with someone else!

"Xiao Wei misunderstood. I meant..."

"We will have one," Xiao Cheng affirmed Xiao Wei's response.

Bai Lu: "..."

Deceiving a seven-year-old, isn't that a bit heartless?

Also, the secret between the brothers shouldn't be shared with a third person!

Since Xiao Cheng entered, Xiao Wei's attention shifted, automatically considering his big brother and continuing to confirm the nephew's arrival.

"Big sister-in-law also said you want to earn more money, build a big house, and then have a nephew."

Bai Lu wanted to disappear.

No, she wanted to time travel back to the 21st century. The kids here are too untrustworthy!

This time, Xiao Cheng listened without objection. Instead, he agreed with Bai Lu's idea, "She's right."

Xiao Wei was stunned.

Wasn't the nephew coming anymore?

Bai Lu also sat there, stunned, and the big guy led her back to the room.

Closing the door and returning to the bed, she finally reacted, "How can you lie to a child? Children also have memories. You can't promise things that can't be done."

Sitting on the bed, Xiao Cheng shook open the quilt, casually asking, "What can't be done?"

"The matter of us having children in the future!" Bai Lu sat on the side of the bed, glaring at him.

Xiao Cheng looked at her steadily, "Who said it can't be done?"

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 Chapter 119: Reprimanded

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Chapter 575: In My Hands, Make Them Kneel and Call Their Ancestors!

Xiao Guang looked at Qin Ruan's beautiful face and asked straightforwardly, "Who exactly are you?"

Qin Ruan felt tired standing, so she changed her posture and massaged her sore waist. Her tone was casual but serious, "I don't know what you meant by saying that no one from the underworld has appeared in this land for hundreds of years. But now, I can tell you with certainty that all the evil spirits in this land are under my control."

"That's impossible!" Xiaoguang instinctively refuted, "Since the grandmaster who eradicated demons and ghosts hundreds of years ago left, no one has been in charge of the human puppetry order. Now, the evil spirits lingering in the human world are all under the control of the Underworld."

Qin Ruan raised an eyebrow, curious about Xiao Guang's knowledge of these matters. She asked in a low voice, "You mentioned the grandmaster who eradicated demons and ghosts. Are you talking about Master Zhong?"

Xiao Guang nodded, "Yes."

"Master Zhong is not responsible for this. The White Seventh Lord and the Black Eighth Lord are the messengers responsible for capturing souls and managing the underworld. But what I'm talking about is the human world. All the evil spirits in the human puppetry are under my control."

Xiaoguang still couldn't believe it, "How is that possible..."

Qin Ruan smiled, "Why is it impossible?"

Xiaoguang thoughtlessly replied, "You, a woman, are so beautiful. If you encounter real powerful ghosts or demons with ill intentions who are attracted to your beauty, you might..."

"Xiaoguang, don't speak nonsense!" Xiaoguang's sister sensed that his words were inappropriate and quickly interrupted him.

Qin Ruan chuckled, her expression showing disdain and arrogance. A hidden, mischievous aura emerged unintentionally.

Qin Ruan's red lips slightly opened as she said domineeringly, "Other than ancient monsters, any evildoers and evil creatures you call 'evil ghosts and demons' will kneel down and call their ancestors if they fall into my hands."

The overwhelming pressure overwhelmed Xiao Guang, making it hard for him to breathe. Qin Ruan's aura was powerful, as if she were the ruler of all living beings, holding their lives in her hands.

Even Xiao Guang's sister felt suppressed by Qin Ruan's sudden display of strength. She humbly bowed to Qin Ruan, "my ancestor Please, take us to the Underworld."

Qin Ruan laughed, "I can't accept being called your ancestor. My surname is Qin, and my single name is Ruan."

Xiaoguang's sister thanked Qin Ruan for saving them. Without her help, they would have met a tragic end, disappearing forever in the Six Realms.

Once they were taken to the Underworld, they planned to seek revenge on Huang Mao. Qin Ruan told them to mention her name if they wanted to seek revenge.

Qin Ruan asked Xiaoguang, "Why are you so familiar with the puppetry matters of the past few centuries?"

"That Lou Hong keeps bragging about his abilities. After hearing him talk so much, I naturally became familiar with these things."

Qin Ruan nodded, pretending to understand.

She thought that Xiaoguang and his sister were members of the occult world.

With her slender and fair fingertips, Qin Ruan gently touched a certain spot in the living room, summoning the Underworld messenger. Xiaoguang and his sister were taken away by the messenger.

Before they left, they bowed three times to Qin Ruan.

When Lin Hao woke up, he found himself alone in the room with Qin Ruan. Huang Biao and his men were still unconscious on the floor.

Lin Hao's head was pounding, and he felt like he had lost some memories. He had no idea what had happened before he passed out.

He knew something was off.

He asked with a hoarse voice, "What happened? Why did I faint?"

Qin Ruan walked over to him and calmly said, "You were possessed by a ghost."

Lin Hao's face twisted for a moment as he seemed to recall some bad memories. He pressed his lips together and asked, "The red-clothed female ghost?"

"Her brother," Qin Ruan clarified.

Upon hearing that it was the brother, Lin Hao's expression improved slightly. It wasn't his first time being possessed. He had been disgusted by female ghosts before.

Qin Ruan released a trace of her underworld power, soothing Lin Hao. He hummed with pleasure as he closed his eyes, looking relaxed.

Unaware of when Qin Ruan had left, Lin Hao sat up, feeling much better. He felt like he had lost some memories and didn't know what had happened.

He realized something was wrong.

Qin Ruan asked in a low voice, "Do you know the red-clothed female ghost?"

"Know her!" Huang Biao's face changed drastically, and he spoke with hatred, "That woman was given to me by him, and he played a trick on me before."

"Do you know where he lives and where he is active?" Qin Ruan inquired.

"I know!" Huang Biao's expression turned fearful, and he continued, "That guy is always scheming and secretive. He is very sinister."

Huang Biao provided Qin Ruan with all the information he knew about Lou Hong. Lou Hong had emerged a few months ago and joined Huang Biao's group. Their business involved illegal activities, and Lou Hong's cruel and ruthless methods quickly earned him the leadership's approval.

"He operates alone and has a gloomy and wicked personality," Huang Biao added with clenched teeth.

He considered Lou Hong his mortal enemy, so he had gathered quite a bit of information about him.

Lou Hong was frequently active at his home and the company. He rarely appeared in social gatherings, only showing up when he had no other choice.

After learning Lou Hong's address, Qin Ruan bid Huang Biao farewell.

Before leaving, she

asked for Huang Biao's phone number, so she could contact him if necessary.

Chapter 574: The Hidden Gentleness in Ruan Ruan's Bones

Xiaoguang's sister remained calm, showing no signs of resentment or anger. She had detached herself from her mortal body, no longer affected by any torment, and had nothing to do with him.

Previously, her anger had been fueled in large part by her inability to be reincarnated and her resentment at being turned into a killing tool.

Xiaoguang, seeing that his sister didn't mind, continued to speak to Qin Ruan, "Everything my sister went through was caused by Huang Mao. I invaded his dream, disguised as my sister, to frighten him. His mind became unstable due to the shock, and in retaliation, I killed him using puppetry. Afterward, I disguised the scene to make it look like he committed suicide by jumping off a building. I intended to send his soul to Lou Hong and turn him into a killing tool like us."

"If you had appeared just two days later, Huang Mao would have become like us. As for Huang Biao, Lou Hong wanted to take his life..."

After explaining the cause and effect of the situation, Xiao Guang's sister, with her cold red lips, revealed a hint of coldness. It was undeniable that one would sympathize with Xiao Guang and his sister's experiences, but it didn't mean they were innocent.

Qin Ruan's cool face exuded a hint of chill as she said, "Huang Mao committed numerous evil deeds and, after entering the underworld, he will undoubtedly face punishment and torment."

Xiaoguang's face turned dark with resentment, "That would be fine, but unfortunately, it was too easy for him to die!"

Qin Ruan's tone turned grave as she said, "You shouldn't have taken his life. Everyone's life and death have a predetermined fate, but evildoing can shorten one's lifespan. Even if you hadn't acted, he would have met his demise."

She appeared like a true ruler of life and death, looking down upon all living beings.

The overwhelming pressure emanating from her made people bow their heads humbly in her presence. Though Xiaoguang showed respect on the surface, there was no hint of remorse in his heart.

"Even so, it doesn't feel satisfying to let him die so easily!" His anger, resentment, and unwavering determination were evident on his face as he spoke.

In that moment, Qin Ruan felt a sense of empathy. Indeed, even if they knew their enemy would eventually die, it wouldn't be as satisfying as taking vengeance with their own hands.

Qin Ruan's lips curved into an elegant smile as she asked, "Who is this Lou Hong? I want to know his exact identity."

All she knew was that he was a Taoist who could control spirits and turn ghosts into killing weapons, which clearly indicated that he was no righteous individual.

When Xiaoguang and his sister heard the name Lou Hong, fear and dread appeared in their eyes. They seemed to be very afraid of him.

Xiao Guang spoke with a tense voice, "Lou Hong is a young man who recently appeared in the capital. His actions have all been aimed at infiltrating the gray forces within the city. He is ruthless and not only has me and my sister working for him, but he also has several other skilled killers who take care of his enemies, eliminating anyone who obstructs his path to power."

Qin Ruan nodded calmly, realizing that Huang Biao also knew Lou Hong. Finding him wouldn't be difficult.

This person's malevolence had disrupted the normal order of the mortal realm by controlling spirits to achieve wicked goals. As a guardian against evil, Qin Ruan had an obligation to act.

She wanted to eliminate Lou Hong and harvest the souls he controlled, especially the malevolent spirits, as they would be valuable resources for her during pregnancy and the postpartum period.

Qin Ruan, with her hand gently resting on her slightly swollen belly, exuded a gentle and alluring charm. Her serene and enchanting demeanor relaxed the atmosphere around her.

Xiao Guang and his sister couldn't help but be captivated by Qin Ruan's appearance and temperament. Her pregnancy seemed advanced, indicating that she was about to give birth, yet she looked even younger than them.

Her demeanor, both cold and gentle, gave off an air of disdain for the world, making people feel oppressed, yet she also emanated a sense of warmth when one interacted with her.

This contradiction seemed natural, as if it were innate.

Qin Ruan emitted an aura that commanded respect, not only due to her strength but also because of the hidden gentleness within her.

At this moment, Xiaoguang and his sister were unaware that they were drawn to her because of their shared nature.

Qin Ruan was a half-god from the underworld, and her aura could make others feel a sense of familiarity.

Behind them, they heard a hoarse and painful sound, and when they turned around, they saw Lin Hao lying on the ground with his eyes tightly shut, holding his head with an agonized expression. He was about to wake up.

Qin Ruan turned back to Xiao Guang and his sister and asked once again, "Are you sure there's nothing else to confess?"

"We have nothing else to say," they replied simultaneously.

Qin Ruan nodded, her calm voice revealing a warning, "That's for the best. If you have anything to confess later, it would be best to do so now. Even if I send you to the underworld, I can still bring you back if I find anything later."

Her words clearly indicated the close relationship between her and the underworld.

Xiaoguang also sensed that he was genuinely curious about Qin Ruan.

Who exactly was this woman?

How did she possess such power?

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  Chapter 54: Indeed a Deep Relationship

"Ou Yan!" Xu Aiqin couldn't help but exclaim, "You, you..."

Ou Yan heard the voice, glanced back at her with a distant and indifferent look, then quickly averted her gaze and obediently followed the steward into the room.

The others didn't know their relationship, seeing the Bai family recognize this girl, they all looked at the Bai family with admiration!

While feeling superior, the Bai family couldn't help but speculate: how did Ou Yan get in...

How could she know such a big figure like Mr. Si?

"Grandpa."

Ou Yan greeted politely as she entered the room.

"Darling Yan Yan, you're finally here! Grandpa has been eagerly awaiting you!" 

As Grandpa Si greeted her to sit down, he couldn't help but wonder, "Why did you come alone? Where's Ah Chen?"

"He had some sudden work and had to return to the company."

"That brat!" Grandpa Si fumed inwardly, no need to say, that brat must have grown tired of Yan Yan already! Just a few days and he's already neglecting her...

With a girl as attractive and skilled in medicine as Yan Yan, where else could he find someone like her!

He thought their engagement was almost certain...

But now it seems, it's still hanging!

"Old Wen, call Ah Chen!" Grandpa Si was angry, "That brat only cares about work!"

He must be talked to!

This beautiful girl is right in front of him, and he's still busy with other matters!

Actually, Si Yechen really didn't feel like working, but if he didn't finish his work, he couldn't have dinner with the little girl tonight.

To have more time with the little girl, he had to sacrifice accompanying grandpa out of the hospital...

But the old man didn't know, he thought his grandson didn't like Yan Yan and was neglecting her intentionally...

"It's okay, let him be busy."

Without that clingy guy, Ou Yan felt much more at ease.

But to Grandpa Si, it sounded like she was making excuses for Si Yechen, too virtuous!

"That kid Ah Chen has been through too much since he was young, which made him cold and reserved. Grandpa will find some time to talk to you about his past."

Ou Yan wasn't interested in Si Yechen's past, but she nodded obediently on the surface, portraying the image of a good child.

Outside the room...

Bai Muyao noticed that since Ou Yan entered, Gao Yang's gaze had been fixed on that room.

She admitted, today's Ou Yan was very beautiful, although dressed simply, her hair casually tied up, but her outstanding features, and the cold and arrogant aura from inside out, indeed made her eye-catching.

Seeing everyone's attention on Ou Yan, she couldn't help biting her lip and softly saying, "My sister's private life is really messy..."

"What did you say?" Xu Aiqin thought she knew some insider information and hurriedly asked.

Not only Xu Aiqin, but also Bai Zhenhai and the Gao family looked at her!

Bai Muyao seemed to find her presence, and gently spoke again:

"Before, my brother Gao Yang and I saw my sister helping an old man into a hotel. That old man could barely walk...After serving the old man in the hotel, my sister got into a luxury car and went to accompany another man..."

"Now, my sister can go into that room. I don't know if she has some unclear relationship with Mr. Si, or if she's attached to some wealthy man, entering to visit Mr. Si as a mistress..."

"Whichever possibility, it's regrettable..."

"My sister was quite outstanding, but she did too many wrong things just to stay in Jing City."

Bai Muyao said this, still pretending to sigh, appearing distressed.

Xu Aiqin couldn't believe her ears, "Is this girl's private life really so chaotic?!"

If she entered as a mistress, it's not only dirtying Mr. Si's eyes, but also affecting Mr. Si's recovery!

"Your sister's biological family seems wealthy, and should look down on doing such things."

Hearing Gao Yang say this, Bai Muyao remembered Ou Yan's fair hands supporting that old man, and felt uncomfortable inside.

Bai Muyao took the opportunity to add fuel to the fire, "If her biological family is really that wealthy, she should be able to produce tens of billions in cash...Her parents, at least, should be provincial tycoons, or even the richest in the country..."

"But obviously, this possibility is very low. That day, the British green luxury car may belong to some old man... That servant may also be lying..."

"I'm just curious, if her biological family is really that wealthy, how could she go to the hospital and wait for the old lady to wake up... She has waited several times already!" Xu Aiqin speculated inwardly, "She must be waiting for the old lady to wake up, speak for her, and let her stay in the Bai family..."

So, Ou Yan's parents don't have money...

Just then, several bodyguards received a message and began to "drive away" the people outside.

"Mr. Si won't see anyone today. Please everyone go back, don't stand here, the air isn't circulating."

"But the girl just went in..." Bai Muyao, with a gentle and smiling face, asked, "Excuse me, little brother, what's the relationship between that girl and Mr. Si inside? Can you tell us?"

Seeing her hypocritical and affected appearance, the bodyguards were immediately repulsed. They've seen a thousand of these white lotus flowers in the Si family, maybe even a hundred.

Seeing the bodyguards ignoring her, Bai Muyao felt embarrassed, so many eyes were watching, she had no step to retreat, she could only brazenly say, "Little brother, to be honest, that girl is my sister..."

"If she's your sister, you can ask her yourself later." The bodyguard cut her off with a single sentence.

Xu Aiqin pulled Bai Muyao back, not wanting her to embarrass herself further.

But Lady Gao couldn't stand the girl's embarrassed appearance, feeling a sense of disgust.

Many people left, but many people still stayed nearby, waiting for Mr. Si to come out.

After a while, the door of the room opened.

Ou Yan walked out supporting Grandpa Si, and everyone was stunned!

The old man looked spirited, smiling and chatting with the girl, who nodded obediently, looking very harmonious and warm, like a family!

Several representatives from small companies were stunned, and hurriedly rushed up to find Mr. Si...

They were all blocked by the bodyguards.

"Mr. Si, are you leaving the hospital today?"

"Do you mind giving me five minutes?"

"I only need one minute!"

"Mr. Si, Mr. Si!!"

Grandpa Si ignored the voices behind him, chatting with the girl beside him, and headed towards the elevator.

The steward followed behind them with luggage, looking like a loyal servant.

"Sister indeed has a deep relationship with Mr. Si..."

 Chapter 118: He Fills My Mind...

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