I see. Mu Qiqi nodded, got up and went outside. When she found Third Brother leaning on a car, she went up to greet him. Its quite late, and youre out on a errand?

Is Eighth Brother around?

Hes not home yet. Mu Qiqi replied. But he would be soon. What, are you bringing Xiao Xiao home tonight already?

Third Brother waved her off while casually entertaining himself with some red wine he brought. What power do I have to take him away? Still, why would he still be outside in the middle of the night now that hes penniless?

Mu Qiqi couldnt help bursting out in laughter at that.

And why are you laughing?

Third Brother, did you really think that Xiao Xiao has been out of a job? Mu Qiqi asked in return.

Puzzled, Third Brother lifted a brow at Mu Qiqi, who kept her silence for a bit before saying, Have you heard of Zhongteng, Third Brother?

Third Brother thought about it and nodded. Somewhat. Its an arms enterprise founded recently.

And you still think that Xiao Xiao is penniless?

Third Brother did a double-take at Mu Qiqis words, and pointed at Mu Qiqi after a moment. Eighth Brother founded it?

To be precise, he co-founded it with my father.

Seemingly understanding something just then, Third Brother chuckled. No wonder Eighth Brother is so sure that he wont be returning to the Sheng familyhe has built another new home, even though being discreet really isnt like him.

Xiao Xiao said that you can be trusted, Third Brother, which is why Im not afraid of telling you all these: the new partners Xiao Xiao has reached out to arent average joes. They wouldnt like it if he keeps showing off.

Third Brother, however, felt appreciated after hearing the first half of what Mu Qiqi told him.

It feels very good that his Eighth Brother trusted him.

Poor Grandfather He is so keen of having Eighth Brother back to inherit Huang Yao I didnt expect that Eighth Brother wasnt bothered with a family business like Huang Yao at all, and the old man is so convinced that Eighth Brother wants to inherit that power.

Moments later, Sheng Xiao returned to the Shens residence, with Xu Che driving.

When he found Qier and Third Brother hanging out, he let Xu Che return home and went to them.

You came all the way here to have wine at the Shens territory? How carefree.

Third Brother turned to Sheng Xiao and smiled. Eighth Brother, youve really played your cards close to your chest. The old man had me come to fetch you, so do what you have to.

Sheng Xiao turned to Mu Qiqi. She had come out of the house in only a white jumper, and he promptly took off his coat and threw it over her.

Get inside if youre cold.

No need. I want to know what youre planning for tomorrow as well. Mu Qiqi folded her arms over her chest while watching Xiao Xiao. Do you have to hide it from me too?

I didnt want to hide it from you. I just dont want you to have to see the Sheng familys face again. Shen Xiao patted her head. Go inside.

My face is okay. Third Brother couldnt help interrupting. No, Eighth Brother. I just think that you could come home tonight. After all, dont you know how much I want to see you reject that Miss Gu?

Second Brother likes her, but she is trying her best to separate you and Sister-in-law here. Could you lend him to me for the night, Sister? I assure you that Ill bring him back in one piece tomorrow.

Look. I cant offer a good explanation if Eighth Brother doesnt come home with me, right?

I know youve told me that youre never taking half a step into our house, but dont you have to completely snuff out the familys intention to have you back?

And Im well aware youre worried about Sister here. So bring her along!

Mu Qiqi was stunned at that, and pointed at herself. I dont want to meet the Sheng family.

You dont have to. Youll follow us home, and then Ill hide you in Eighth Brothers home. Third Brother said. Eighth Brother, I know very well that you are now the CEO of Zhongteng.

Just do what you have to tomorrow, while Ill control the damage. How about that?

If you dont completely cut ties with the old man, he would never pass the heavy responsibility to anyone else.

Since Third Brother was using both reason and sentiment to back his words, what he said was very alluring.

What do you think, Qier? Sheng Xiao asked then.

This man is too cunning, Mu Qiqi thought. He always left the decision-making to her.

Are you sure we could leave unscathed?

Sheng Xiao looked down at his watch and answered calmly, Xu Che has already made security arrangements but since Third Brother has come to take us there, I had to bring forward the plan.

Mu Qiqi nodded. Go ahead if its what you want to do. Actually, Im keen on seeing for myself how abnormal Miss Gu is.

Then what are you waiting for? Get in the car!

***

Soon, Old Sheng received Third Brothers call that Eighth Brother was on the way home.

It seemed that he had really parted ways with the Shen family.

After all, everything was just as the old man himself had put it: why would the Crown Prince of Huang Yao bend himself over to become a son-in-law of the Shen family? How could Shen Xiao live with it with that temper of his?

Delighted, the old man promptly told everyone the news. Eighth Brother will be home in twenty minutes. Get ready, all of you.

Sixth Brother snorted coldly. He had thought that Third Brother would come home empty-handed.

To think that Eighth Brother only had that little in him.

Later, as their sedan drove into the Shengs house car park, Third Brother told Mu Qiqi, Ill have someone bring you to Eighth Brothers room right away, so change your clothes and pretend to be one of the servants. If you want to enjoy the show and dont want to get stuck waiting in Eighth Brothers room, I could arrange for you to stand far, far away.

Im here to enjoy the show! Mu Qiqi quick said.

Sheng Xiao pinched her nose. Did she like watching him tear scumbags apart that much?

Though helpless, Sheng Xiao eventually agreed to let his little one disguise herself.

Youll be in charge of her safety.

Is that even a problem? Ill come out after going in with you and bring Sister in there.

Sheng Xiao nodded and got down from the car.

Even so, he found the familiar front door of his home estranging.

The old man wanted to use him, and therefore pushed him up to the highest seat.

But what about the others in the Sheng family?

They were behaving in one way in front of him and a totally different way behind him, which was why he had long since become tired of such a life.

That was why he only wanted to create a future for his little one which no other person would dare intrude.

Go. Third Brother prodded Sheng Xiao, knowing what he was thinking. This will be the last time. Consider this giving your Third Brother face, and I wont mention your status to anyone else.

At the moment, the old man was waiting at the front door with the entire Sheng family.

So you finally know enough to come home, Eighth Brother.

Sheng Xiao looked up and found the mocking look from Sixth Brother, and proceeded to poke his sore spot as usual. You look lively, Sixth Brother. Has Seventh Sister recovered from her illness?