Urban Carefree Warrior God

「Book Mountain Court, Qin Family.」

Li Si, in a long purple dress with her hair elegantly swept up, was like the most brilliant star in the night sky, shimmering and dazzlingly bright.

Following Qin Qiu and Luo Sulan's respectful welcome, she took a seat on the sofa.

Qin Mo, who was preparing tea off to the side, held a cup with both hands and presented it to Li Si. "SiSi, please have some tea."

"Thank you, Xiaomo," Li Si said, accepting the tea with a nod. Her eyes, as deep and clear as autumn pools, never stopped sizing up Qin Qiu.

Qin Qiu, in turn, found herself staring at Li Si, marveling at her stunning beauty. She was especially taken by Li Si's aura, which was ethereal and otherworldly, as if she were a fairy banished to the mortal realm.

"Miss Sisi, you look even more beautiful in person than on television," Qin Qiu said with a smile.

"Ms. Qin, you flatter me," Li Si replied with a smile. "I've always heard that Ms. Qin is the most beautiful female CEO in all of Lingjin City, and even along the entire Carefree River. Seeing you in person is better than just hearing about you; the rumors truly don't do you justice."

"Miss Sisi, you're too kind. That's just a silly joke, not to be taken seriously," Qin Qiu said, raising her teacup in a small gesture. "My husband will be back soon. If you don't mind waiting just a little longer, we can start dinner once he arrives."

Li Si was momentarily stunned.

Before coming, she had thoroughly investigated Chen Yang's situation within the Qin Family and was so furious she had nearly coughed up blood. She could almost stomach him being treated as unwelcome, but to be seen as a good-for-nothing freeloader who was constantly being given a hard time? That was too much. That was the Zhennan Prince! If he was a good-for-nothing, were there any capable people left in the world? But now, hearing Qin Qiu say 'my husband,' there was no trace of pretense in her voice. Though it sounded a bit unfamiliar, it was clearly tinged with affection. Li Si felt a twinge of jealousy, but also a sense of relief. It seemed Chen Yang's status in the Qin Family wasn't quite as miserable as she'd thought.

"Why wait for him? Let's just eat, or the food will get cold," Luo Sulan interjected, before muttering under her breath, "He's just a good-for-nothing. Why should we wait for him? If you ask me, we should have told him not to come home at all and spare us the embarrassment."

Because Li Si was present, she had restrained herself somewhat. However, though her muttering was quiet, everyone still heard it.

Qin Qiu frowned. "Mom, what are you muttering about? Chen Yang is my husband. How can we not wait for him? What on earth are you saying?"

"Tch!" Luo Sulan scoffed. "I don't know what kind of love potion he's fed you to make you change your attitude so quickly! No matter what, I will never acknowledge him."

"Mom, you're going too far! We have a guest here. How can you not watch your words?" Qin Mo couldn't stand it anymore. His mother was truly being unreasonable. His brother-in-law was such a good person, so why did she see him as so worthless?

Luo Sulan pouted angrily but said nothing more.

"You're talking about Chen Yang, right?" Li Si casually chimed in. "I heard from Xiaomo that Chen Yang has been a great help to her, and to Ms. Qin as well. Auntie, how can you call him a good-for-nothing?"

Logically, this was the Qin Family's private affair, and as an outsider, Li Si shouldn't have said so much. But she simply couldn't stand by and listen.

Her beloved Yang, the esteemed Zhennan Prince who guarded Hanyun Valley, how dare this woman call him a good-for-nothing? If she weren't worried about the consequences, she would have already lashed out with her fiery temper. This woman was sitting on a mountain of gold and didn't even know it. She was too much!

"My brother-in-law is a really good person. It's my mom who's being unreasonable," Qin Mo said.

Looking slightly embarrassed, Qin Qiu hurriedly explained, "Miss Sisi, please don't mind her. My mom just has some misunderstandings about Chen Yang."

Li Si simply smiled and said no more.

"Miss Sisi!"

Qin Song strode in from outside, a warm, perfectly composed smile on his face. He stopped in front of Li Si and introduced himself. "I am the eldest son of the Qin Family and Xiaomo's older brother. My name is Qin Song. Pleased to meet you."

With that, Qin Song gave a slight, gentlemanly bow and extended his hand.

Li Si, however, showed no intention of shaking it. She simply raised her teacup in a gesture. "Hello."

Looking a bit awkward, Qin Song smoothly picked up a cup of tea from the table and said cheerfully, "Miss Sisi, you're even more beautiful in person than on television."

"Thank you," Li Si nodded slightly, subtly giving off an air of keeping others at a distance.

Luo Sulan smiled. "Miss Sisi, my son Qin Song is a talented young man, a dragon among men. You two are about the same age, so you should have plenty to talk about. You should chat more."

Her intentions were painfully obvious.

Qin Mo and Qin Qiu both rolled their eyes. A talented young man? A dragon among men? Please! How disgusting.

Li Si offered a faint smile in response.

Qin Song, however, was secretly delighted and, eager to strike while the iron was hot, took out his phone. "Miss Sisi, let's exchange contact info."

This Li Si was just too beautiful, stunning beyond words! If he could have some sort of wonderful encounter with her, he'd gladly give up ten years of his life. Besides, it was just exchanging contact info. In a situation like this, she wouldn't refuse, right?

"Yes, yes! Exchange contact info. You can chat more when you have time," Luo Sulan chimed in eagerly.

Putting aside Li Si's current achievements and status, she had that mysterious bigshot backing her. If Qin Song could get involved with her, wouldn't the entire Qin Family's fortunes soar?

Both Qin Song and Luo Sulan were lost in their own wild fantasies.

But Li Si's next words were like a bucket of ice water dumped over their heads.

"I'm sorry, I don't casually add strangers," she stated bluntly.

Qin Song: "…"

His face turned crimson at a speed visible to the naked eye. In the end, all he could do was offer a sheepish smile and awkwardly put his phone away.

"Honey, I'm back!"

As usual, Chen Yang's loud shout preceded him through the door.

Qin Qiu rolled her eyes. She had told him they had guests, yet he still didn't know how to show a little restraint. Still, she couldn't help but feel a little thrill of sweetness inside.

Li Si pouted slightly, muttering to herself. Hmph, Yang knew I was here. He must be shouting so affectionately on purpose, isn't he?

Qin Qiu stood up, walked over, and made the introductions. "Chen Yang, this is Miss Sisi." Then, turning to Li Si, she said, "Miss Sisi, this is my husband, Chen Yang."

Husband? This had to be the first time Qin Qiu had ever called him that, right? Suddenly, Chen Yang's heart felt as sweet as honey.

Li Si proactively extended her hand and gave Chen Yang a wink. "Hello, I'm Li Si."

"Hello, hello," Chen Yang replied, finally snapping out of his daze and quickly taking her hand.

HISS!

A sudden, sharp pain on the back of his hand made Chen Yang suck in a breath of cold air. This Li Si… did she just pinch me with her nails?

At the side, Qin Song's face instantly darkened. What, she even picks and chooses who she shakes hands with? And why him, of all people?!

Luo Sulan couldn't stand to watch this either and called out, "Let's eat, let's eat!"

With that, the group took their seats at the dining table.

The meal proceeded in a surprisingly harmonious atmosphere, largely thanks to Chen Yang, who skillfully guided the conversation. Qin Song, on the other hand, barely managed to get a word in edgewise. His intentions were too transparent, and Li Si simply ignored him.

After the meal, Qin Song volunteered, "Miss Sisi, I'll drive you home."

Luo Sulan immediately jumped in. "Right, right! It's hard to get a taxi this late at night. Let Qin Song drive you back."

"Then Chen Yang can drive me," Li Si said, turning to Qin Qiu with a smile. "Ms. Qin, I hope you don't mind me borrowing your husband for a bit. You won't get jealous, will you?"

"Miss Sisi, you're joking!"

Qin Qiu then turned to Chen Yang and instructed, "Drive carefully, and make sure you get Miss Sisi home safely."

Qin Song: "…"

Chen Yang: "…"

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