Chapter 43: Speak with Confidence!
There’s nothing wrong with an older sister making friends. Ye Zhijun certainly agreed, not only agreed but also thought it should be strongly encouraged.
Once they made friends, the two sat on a bench together, drinking beverages and whispering secrets.
Alright, that’s fine too. I can tolerate that.
If they became closer, holding hands and walking side by side while strolling through the streets…
F-fine! Although she gritted her teeth, this could barely be tolerated!
But what if… the two hugged and kissed each other?
— World, maybe it’s time for you to be destroyed.
This can’t be tolerated at all!
Under the helpless gaze of the maid, Ye Zhijun had already shot out like a spring, running!
She rushed towards the dark alley, toward the silhouette she couldn’t stop thinking about, sprinting wildly!
The hem of her large coat fluttered against the headwind, lifting behind her, creating a sharp sound of rushing wind.
The loud noise of her running footsteps on the roof tiles naturally startled the two people and one fox in the quiet alley.
But Ye Zhibai hadn’t fully turned her head yet.
That figure, masked by the coat, was already not far behind her.
And then…
A shout erupted, filled with worry and rage!
“Sister!!”
The sound of footsteps on the tiles was too loud, and she yelled so urgently that the exact words were unclear.
But this familiar voice…
Yun’er?
Before Ye Zhibai could react, she felt her arm being pulled forcefully backward!
It was Lin Zihan.
Once Ye Zhibai regained her balance, she realized she had been shielded behind Lin Zihan’s outstretched arm.
Lin Zihan’s right eye gleamed with sharp vigilance as she guarded Ye Zhibai, staring ahead intently.
With such a commotion, of course, she had immediately noticed the unknown, suspicious person racing toward them like a mad dog.
Lin Zihan’s first reaction was:
— “Protect Ye Zhibai.”
But her protective strength nearly knocked Ye Zhibai over!
That earlier embrace had almost toppled me over, and now this?!
Thank goodness my balance is as stable as a Tumbler doll, or else I’d have fallen twice today!
Guang Yu was the most startled of all!
She had been calmly sipping her drink, nearly scared off the steps!
When Guang Yu looked more closely…
Good heavens, what is that thing?!
Trench coat, sunglasses, face mask, hat…
In the dimly lit alley, this wasn’t just suspicious—it was downright ghostly!
The “suspicious figure” stood still after seeing Lin Zihan’s instinctive protective action.
Facing Lin Zihan from a distance, they remained in a standoff.
Even though the person’s appearance couldn’t be seen, one could sense that the hostility they emitted grew stronger after Lin Zihan’s move.
Lin Zihan swallowed hard, focusing all her attention.
She planned to find a way to cover Ye Zhibai’s escape first.
With a glance at Ye Zhibai, she whispered:
“Ye Zhibai… looks like we’re out of luck… the city’s security isn’t that great. Sigh… In a moment, I’ll stall for time, and you sneak out from the alley behind, hide in a safe spot, and call the police immediately…”
Ye Zhibai said, “Wait a second.”
“Ye Zhibai?!”
Lin Zihan was dumbfounded.
Not only did Ye Zhibai not follow her instructions, but she even fearlessly tried to walk around her to face the danger!
No, Ye Zhibai!
Can’t you at least let me play the hero and save you?
Lin Zihan was about to stop her, but then she heard Ye Zhibai softly call a name…
This made Lin Zihan’s outstretched hand freeze in mid-air.
“Yun’er…? Is that you?”
“……”
Yun’er?
Could it be…?
Lin Zihan’s tense expression immediately disappeared without a trace.
She had just been too nervous earlier.
Under the moonlight, upon closer inspection, this person did have Ye Zhijun’s figure… but still, how could anyone recognize her?!!
She was wrapped up like a zongzi,* not even a god could tell!
[*” Zongzi (粽子)”: A traditional Chinese food, typically made of glutinous rice stuffed with different fillings and wrapped in bamboo leaves. Here, it metaphorically refers to someone being tightly wrapped up【7†source】【9†sourc】]
Guang Yu: You’re not wrong, indeed!
Before Lin Zihan could tense up again, the “suspicious person” slowly reached out and removed the hat that had been hiding her identity.
Instantly, black hair cascaded down like a waterfall.
The smooth, flowing black hair, now freed from the hat, spilled out.
The arc of it sweeping through the air seemed even deeper than the night itself.
Next, she took off her mask, followed by her sunglasses.
A pair of deep, blue eyes emerged.
Ye Zhijun’s small face, carrying an air of sharpness mixed with icy coldness, clearly appeared in front of the two of them.
Lin Zihan blinked rapidly.
Admiration for no apparent reason welled up inside her as she tried to wave a small hand at Ye Zhijun.
“Hey…? Zhijun? Good evening?”
As expected, there was no response.
Ye Zhijun didn’t even glance at her. All of Yun’er’s attention was focused entirely on her sister, who was standing beside Lin Zihan.
Right now… she just wanted to prove one thing to Lin Zihan.
— A fact beyond any doubt.
Despite being filled with jealousy, Ye Zhijun forced herself to maintain a gentle smile.
She carefully, but confidently extended both hands toward Ye Zhibai.
“Sister…? Leave her and come to Yun’er, alright?”
She asked cautiously, afraid that her sister would stay by Lin Zihan’s side without moving or responding to her.
However, Ye Zhibai’s response came without the slightest delay.
“Oh, sure.”
“…”
Family is here! What’s bad about that?!
I was just worried about not having a ride to go to the university district for dinner later!
Wuwu, Yun’er, you came just in time!
But… why is Yun’er here? And dressed so strangely… Didn’t she say she was going to take a nap this afternoon?
Oh, it’s nighttime now… never mind… but still, this is very odd!
Anyway, if Yun’er wants me to go over, then I’ll go.
Before walking over, Ye Zhibai glanced at Lin Zihan, offering her a reassuring look that hadn’t changed a bit, and then obediently stood by Ye Zhijun’s side.
And just like that!
So fast!
With just that one move!
Ye Zhijun’s confidence skyrocketed!
At this moment, standing before Lin Zihan, Ye Zhijun appeared like a battle god, brimming with confidence.
Her authority was commanding without needing to show anger!
Although she wanted to settle things like before with a flying kick to Lin Zihan, her sister had said last time that violence doesn’t solve problems—it only sows seeds of hatred.
Ye Zhibai: I didn’t say all that much.
Anyway, Ye Zhijun had already decided not to use violence.
She would use reason to convince her.
Ye Zhijun mimicked the same gesture Lin Zihan had made earlier.
— She shielded Ye Zhibai behind her.
This was not only a protective stance but also a statement to Lin Zihan.
“Lin Zihan, I think you can see it now—my sister’s heart is with me. My sister came today intending to be your friend, but you…! You betrayed her trust! You shamelessly took advantage of her kind nature, knowing she wouldn’t refuse, and went even further! Just now… you—you even kissed her! Do you even know who you kissed…? That was my sister!! My sister! Lin Zihan, what were you thinking?!”
The more she spoke, the more agitated she became.
Recalling the scene from earlier, Yun’er’s mind was about to explode with fury!
If she kept talking, she might end up launching a flying kick again.
“It’s a misunderstanding!!”
From the gestures earlier, Ye Zhibai quickly realized where Yun’er’s thoughts had gone astray.
Given Lin Zihan’s mischievous nature, Ye Zhibai figured she would say something like — Yeah, I was kissing her!
If you fan the flames now, we’re all doomed!
Just as Ye Zhibai was about to poke Ye Zhijun’s arm and explain first…
Lin Zihan spoke. Her expression was solemn.
“No, Zhijun, you misunderstood. Earlier, I wasn’t kissing Ye Zhibai. I would never do that without her consent.”
Ye Zhijun screamed, “Wait, so if she agreed, you would do it?!”
Ye Zhibai was utterly shocked!
