Lin Wanrong has become synonymous with lies in the eyes of the young lady. Is it necessary to be like this? Wasn't it just a casual joke when you didn't see her? This kind of grudge, compared to that girl named Xiao Qingxuan, is quite something.
The young master nodded eagerly, like a pecking chicken, "This matter is absolutely true. Many people saw it in Miaoyu Alley today. Miss Qin invited Lin San and me in for tea, and we talked for a long time before returning."
"You 'exchange,' I talk, collectively known as conversation." Lin Wanrong glanced at the young master, and both of them breathed a sigh of relief.
The young lady nodded, finally not continuing to inquire further. There was a hint of fatigue on her face as she waved her hand, "Since that's the case, hurry and come with me into the mansion."
The place where they stood was not far from the Xiao family's large courtyard. After a brief conversation, they had already attracted the attention of the people in the Xiao mansion. After walking a few steps, a charming figure approached and said, "Sister, you're back."
Lin Wanrong looked intently and saw that it was Miss Xiao Er. She looked cute and lovely, nestled in her sister's arms like a little girl who had not grown up yet.
However, Xiao Yuruo was extremely fond of her younger sister. She gently patted her shoulder and scolded, "You little girl, I've only been away for a few days, and you've become like this. Have you been good these days? Did you bully anyone?"
Truly, there's no one who understands a sister better than another sister. This young lady must know her sister's character to ask such a question. Lin Wanrong sighed in his heart.
"Where is Lin San going tonight?" Xiao Yuruo asked with a mysterious smile. "Oh, Young Master took me out to handle some matters. Huh, how did you know I wasn't in the mansion?" Lin Wanrong replied.
Xiao Yuruo remained silent, took out a small booklet from her pocket, quickly waved it in front of Lin Wanrong's eyes, and then put it back in her pocket. Lin Wanrong's sharp eyes immediately recognized that it was the original manuscript of the three-edition newspaper. With this original manuscript, all the nonsense about masters had been exposed. Xiao Yuruo must have known that the newspaper was her idea. Strange enough, Lin Wanrong vividly remembered leaving the original manuscript in his room. Where did Miss Xiao Er find it?
"It's strange, isn't it?" Xiao Yuruo said triumphantly in a low voice.
"Where did you find it?" Lin Wanrong asked.
Seeing his stern expression, Xiao Yuruo pouted, hummed, and turned her head.
"Did you go to my room?" Lin Wanrong thought for a moment and understood. This Miss Xiao Er was lawless, entering his room was just a small matter.
Seeing his angry expression, Xiao Yuruo couldn't help feeling a little scared. She turned her head and said, "Why are you so fierce? I couldn't find my sister. I just wanted to find you to tell me a story. Who knew you weren't in the room, and I saw this."
For a modern person like Lin Wanrong, he valued his privacy. How could he allow someone to enter his room casually? Fortunately, he had the erotic art album with him, or else if it fell into the hands of this little girl, who knows what would have happened.
"Give it back to me." Lin Wanrong reached out his hand.
"Huh, no." Xiao Yuruo said, "This little booklet is clearly your idea, but you lied to me. You're so bad."
Since it was all exposed, there was no need to keep it secret. Lin Wanrong said, "I didn't lie to you on purpose."
Miss Xiao Er bit her lip and said softly, "Then this painting, did you paint it?"
"It's my painting." At this point, Lin Wanrong had no choice but to admit.
"Really?" Xiao Yuruo's face showed a pleased expression. "I knew it. Lin San, you're really talented." This Lin San was brought into the Xiao Mansion by Miss Xiao Er's mistake. Now that she saw his talent, she naturally felt proud.
"Miss Xiao Er, let this be our little secret. I hope you can keep it for me." Lin Wanrong said. He was not afraid of others, but this Miss Xiao was shrewd and biased against him. If she knew he was using her for his own gain, he might face severe consequences.
"Then let it be our little secret." Xiao Yuruo's small face blushed a bit. Looking at him, she said, "But you have to agree to my two conditions."
"Speak, what conditions?" Lin Wanrong had no fear of this Miss Xiao Er. He had full confidence in handling her.
"First, you have to tell me a story every day, no slacking off," Xiao Yuruo blinked and said.
"Can it be a bit more relaxed, like one story per month?" Lin Wanrong begged.
"No way." Xiao Yuruo directly refused.
"Half a month?"
"Seven days?"
"No, at most two days for one story. Any faster, and I won't be able to handle it." Lin Wanrong gritted his teeth.
"Good, then it's settled. One story every two days. You said it, and I'll remember it." Xiao Yuruo looked triumphant.
Lin Wanrong nodded helplessly and said, "Alright, your second condition?"
"Secondly, from now on, you have to paint a portrait for me." Xiao Yuruo yearned for it.
"No problem." Lin Wanrong sighed with relief. This condition was too easy to fulfill. Seeing the sweet smile on Xiao Yuruo's face, Lin Wanrong suddenly remembered the day Dong Qiaoqiao saw this painting, her longing expression. He vaguely remembered that he had promised her the same request. But he didn't know what this girl was doing now, whether she was lying on the small bed thinking about him.
"Hey—" Miss Xiao Er called him several times in a row, and Lin Wanrong woke up abruptly, hurriedly saying, "Miss Xiao Er, what did you say just now?"
Xiao Yuruo pouted, "What were you thinking? I called you several times, and you didn't respond."
Lin Wanrong responded with an "oh" and said, "What did you say just now?"
Miss Xiao Er hummed, "I said that from now on, you're only allowed to paint portraits for me. Don't paint for other women."
"How can that be?" Lin Wanrong exclaimed. This little girl was too overbearing. He had promised Dong Qiaoqiao, "This is absolutely not possible. Miss Xiao Er, I have already agreed to your two conditions. Don't force me, or else, hehe." Lin Wanrong peeked at her little buttocks.
Xiao Yuruo was startled, thinking that she had triggered his fierceness again. When she saw that he was just pretending, she settled down, hummed at him, and decided not to mention that condition anymore.
As the two of them fell
behind, the last few sentences were spoken a bit louder. The young lady turned her head and saw that the annoying servant was saying something to her sister, and the two were chatting happily.
The young lady had a strong dislike for this servant and felt a bit displeased when she saw her sister walking with him. She said, "Yuruo, come over here, come to my side."
Xiao Yuruo nodded, said to Lin Wanrong, "Lin San, don't forget the conditions I asked you to agree to."
After seeing Lin Wanrong nod, Xiao Yuruo walked to her sister's side, affectionately holding her sister's hand, and said, "Sister, I'm back."
"Second Miss, I am Tao Dongcheng. It's a pleasure to meet Madam Xiao." Tao Dongcheng greeted Madam Xiao respectfully.
"So it's Young Master Tao." Madam Xiao smiled and said, "I heard from Yuruo that Young Master personally rushed to Anhui. Thanks to Young Master's care, the business was able to proceed so smoothly."
"Madam is too polite. The Xiao and Tao families are about to become one. Why distinguish between us?" Tao Dongcheng smiled.
Become one? Lin Wanrong was stunned. Did the young lady and Tao Dongcheng become engaged? This Tao Dongcheng was quite lucky, picking such a beautiful woman.
"Yuruo, you're back." The group arrived at the gate of the Xiao mansion, and Madam Xiao had already walked to the gate, holding her daughter's hand, smiling.
"Mother, has everything been well at home these days?" Although Miss Xiao was already in charge of the Xiao family, in front of her mother, she seemed to have returned to her childhood, showing some nostalgia.
Madam Xiao affectionately touched her daughter's hair and said, "What can happen at home? It's you who often goes out. You should pay more attention to your health."
"Mr. Tao Dongcheng, meet Madam Xiao." Tao Dongcheng respectfully bowed to Madam Xiao.
"So it's Young Master Tao." Madam Xiao smiled and said, "I heard from Yuruo that Young Master personally rushed to Anhui. Thanks to Young Master's care, the business was able to proceed so smoothly."
Madam Xiao's words puzzled Lin Wanrong. He listened carefully and felt something was wrong. Madam Xiao seemed to have repeated these words before.
"Oh, I was handling some matters in Anhui, and coincidentally, I met Miss Xiao, so we came back together." Tao Dongcheng explained.
"Yes, speaking of which, I also have to thank Brother Tao for escorting me all the way." Miss Xiao smiled generously.
Xiao Yuruo rolled her eyes slightly, slightly glanced at Tao Dongcheng, and already knew what was going on.
In terms of tone, Xiao Yuruo had seen Tao Dongcheng more than once. By the sound of it, Tao Dongcheng had been pursuing Miss Xiao for some time now. How far had they progressed? However, judging from Miss Xiao's tone and demeanor, it seemed that the two were not very intimate yet. Lin Wanrong couldn't help but gossip.
"Yuruo, you've come back." When the group reached the gate of the Xiao mansion, Madam Xiao had already walked to the gate, holding her daughter's hand and smiling.
"Mother, has everything been well at home these days?" Although Miss Xiao was already in charge of the Xiao family, in front of her mother, she seemed to have returned to her childhood, showing some nostalgia.
Madam Xiao affectionately touched her daughter's hair and said, "What can happen at home? It's you who often goes out. You should pay more attention to your health."
"Mr. Tao Dongcheng, meet Madam Xiao." Tao Dongcheng respectfully bowed to Madam Xiao.
"So it's Young Master Tao." Madam Xiao smiled and said, "I heard from Yuruo that Young Master personally rushed to Anhui. Thanks to Young Master's care, the business was able to proceed so smoothly."
Madam Xiao's words puzzled Lin Wanrong. He listened carefully and felt something was wrong. Madam Xiao seemed to have repeated these words before.
"Oh, I was handling some matters in Anhui, and coincidentally, I met Miss Xiao, so we came back together." Tao Dongcheng explained.
"Yes, speaking of which, I also have to thank Brother Tao for escorting me all the way." Miss Xiao smiled generously.
Xiao Yuruo rolled her eyes slightly, slightly glanced at Tao Dongcheng, and already knew what was going on.
In terms of tone, Xiao Yuruo had seen Tao Dongcheng more than once. By the sound of it, Tao Dongcheng had been pursuing Miss Xiao for some time now. How far had they progressed? However, judging from Miss Xiao's tone and demeanor, it seemed that the two were not very intimate yet. Lin Wanrong couldn't help but gossip.