readytorunbook Chapter 129: Receiving the wind and washing away the dust
Chapter 129: Receiving the wind and washing away the dust
The old lady's eyes widened in disbelief as she said, "Yinyin, are you trying to make me happy? How can a child be so clever?"
Hearing this, Li Lan felt very resentful. How old was the baby? How could he be more capable than his father? Compared to him, wasn't she just a useless person?
Su Yinyin smiled without saying a word, and said to Li Lan, "Lanlan, there's no need to be envious, you can't have it even if you are!"
Li Lan shook Su Yinyin's hand and said coquettishly, "Sister Yinyin, who is Baby's master? Ask Baby's master to take me as his apprentice."
"You really want to become my apprentice?"
Li Lan solemnly said, "Yes, Sister Yinyin, I sincerely want to become your disciple!"
Seeing Li Lan's persistence, the old lady thought that having a powerful master would be a good thing for Li Lan: "Yinyin, since Bao Bao's master is so powerful, you should ask him and tell him that our Li Lan wants to be his disciple."
Su Yinyin nodded in agreement, saying, "I'll consider it, considering Lanlan's sincerity."
Just then, a commotion arose outside.
Everyone was shocked, but Su Yinyin's eyes sharpened, signaling everyone not to panic.
Bixia came in and reported, "Miss, a group of men in black have arrived outside. They say they are looking for a child named Baobao."
Su Yinyin sneered, "Hmph, they've come to bully us right at our doorstep." She then led everyone out of the house and to the front gate.
Upon seeing Su Yinyin and the others, the leader of the group of men in black shouted, "Hand over that little monster right now, or we'll raze this place to the ground today!"
Before Su Yinyin could reply, a childish voice rang out: "Who dares to cause trouble for this little one?"
It turned out that the baby had returned. The baby's small figure appeared before everyone, looking at the man in black with disdain.
Upon seeing this, the man in black immediately pounced, but Bao Bao simply raised her hand, and a series of powerful blows sent the man in black flying.
The man in black was terrified and scrambled away.
Su Yinyin smiled and picked up the baby: "Baby, are you hurt?" The baby shook his head, and everyone breathed a sigh of relief.
Li Lan exclaimed, "Baby, you're amazing!"
Su Yinyin asked worriedly, "Baby, weren't you supposed to be in the mountains training? How did you manage to provoke these people?"
This morning, the baby said he wanted to go into the mountains for some training. As a result, he brought back a group of men in black.
The baby scratched his head and said in a cute but fierce way, "When we went into the mountains, we encountered them bullying small animals. I couldn't stand it, so I taught them a lesson. Who knew they would hold a grudge like this?"
Su Yinyin playfully pinched his nose, "You little rascal, you always love to meddle in other people's business."
At this moment, Li Lan looked around at the baby with bright eyes, "Baby, you must ask your master to take me as your apprentice, so that I can be as powerful as you."
The baby tilted her head and thought for a moment, then glanced at Su Yinyin: "My master is very picky, but since you are so sincere, I can take you to try."
Everyone was overjoyed to hear this, and Li Lan jumped up in excitement.
Looking at Li Lan's expectant expression, Su Yinyin didn't know what to say.
That evening, Su Yinyin specially arranged a welcome dinner for Su Nian'an in the main hall.
When Su Yinyin and the others entered the main hall, Su Nian'an stood up from the stool to greet them.
"Grandmother, eldest sister, second sister, cousin!"
Su Nian'an's question mark startled Su Yinyin and the others for a moment before they realized that the order was indeed correct.
"Third Sister!" Su Yinyin and Su Yue responded at the same time.
After everyone sat down, the old lady said, "My poor daughter has passed away just like that. Leaving you three to suffer."
From now on, the three of you must cherish and protect each other, help each other, stay united, and live a good life!
Your uncle and I are your source of confidence.
"Live your lives well and listen to your eldest sister. If you betray her, your uncle and I will sever all ties with you. Following your sister is the right thing to do."
Su Nian'an nodded obediently, "Grandmother, don't worry, we sisters will definitely stick together."
Su Yinyin felt gratified; her third sister seemed to be a sensible person.
After several rounds of drinks, Su Yinyin suddenly said, "Second sister, third sister, these are two rare and beautiful jades, which I am giving to you today. Remember, no matter what happens, you must not take them off."
Su Yue and Su Nian'an felt a pang of anxiety. Their sister was being incredibly generous. Although they didn't know much about jade, they could tell from its quality that it was very valuable.
Su Yue spoke first: "Big sister, this gift is too precious, Yueyue dares not accept it." Su Nian'an nodded in agreement.
Su Yinyin smiled and said, "This jade is not just a pretty object; it also has the power to save your life. Please don't refuse it." Hearing this, the two hesitated before accepting it.
The two looked at the jade in their hands. Su Nian'an examined the jade carefully and found it to be extraordinary. She then carefully put it around her neck.
After Su Yinyin watched them all put on their protective gear, she said, "Our manor may seem peaceful on the surface, but there are undercurrents beneath. It's dangerous for you to follow me. If you're afraid, I can send you away and arrange everything for you, ensuring you a worry-free life."
Su Yue gripped the jade pendant tightly, her eyes resolute. "Elder sister, I won't leave. As sisters, we should share joys and sorrows."
Su Nian'an also raised her head, her eyes clear, "Big sister, I won't leave either."
Su Yinyin was moved, and her eyes reddened slightly. "My dear sisters, since that's the case, we must work together from now on."
Su Yinyin told Su Yue and Su Nian'an about some things. Su Yue was furious, "Big sister, we can't just sit here and wait to die."
Su Nian'an clenched her fists. "That's right, we must fight back. We must avenge our mother!"
The old lady coughed lightly, "You two, listen to your sister in everything. Remember, don't act impulsively."
Su Yinyin felt a warmth in her heart; she was no longer alone, she had sisters too.
Su Yinyin held the old lady's hand beside her and said, "Grandmother, please find a good teacher for my two younger sisters."
Furthermore, I'm grateful to my maternal grandmother for managing all the household affairs for Yinyin and for taking care of and properly educating her two younger sisters. I hope that in the future, they can both stand on their own two feet.
The old lady nodded with satisfaction, "Yinyin, don't worry, I will take care of everything."
A few days later, the suitable tutor entered the mansion. Su Yue and Su Nian'an studied diligently every day, learning about music, chess, calligraphy, painting, women's virtues and etiquette, and the art of household management. But that's a story for later.
When it was the hour of Xu (7-9 PM), everyone was in their rooms, and the old lady was already asleep.
Seeing that everyone was in their rooms, Bao Bao thought for a long time before deciding to knock on Su Yinyin's door.
Su Yinyin had just showered and changed into her pajamas. She was about to lie down on her soft, large bed when someone knocked on the door. Hearing the knocking, she knew who it was.
She opened the door and saw the person she had guessed.