NCCnovel Chapter 564 Love Brain
Chapter 564 Love Brain
After hearing Ning Xinyou's words, the guests breathed a sigh of relief and began to flatter the Ning family, and the situation was brought under control once again.
“Now, Brother Guili, you should go and get down to business, right? After all, this gathering was originally hosted by the Ning family for you!” Ning Xinyou said.
"Hmm, thank you for your trouble, You'er. I'll marry you in the future..." Yu Guili began to make empty promises.
"Alright! So many people are watching, aren't you ashamed? Go on! There are probably a few young masters lying on the ground over there, I need to go and take care of them for you!" Ning Xinyou said with a smile and a coquettish tone.
“Alright, I’ll go talk to these powerful families now. Brother Duan Fei, you have to come with me on this kind of thing!” Yu Guili invited Duan Fei.
"No way, no way, I'm not going! What I hate most is all this meaningless communication, calling it social etiquette. In my opinion, it's not as good as the weapon in my hand... *smack*!"
Before Duan Fei could finish speaking, he was slapped again.
However, this time, he dared not get angry, because it was Shi Meitong who hit him.
"Mother, what do you mean by this?"
"Hmph, what do I mean by this? Can't you see this is a golden opportunity? If my Yun family fails to seize it... I will make you regret it!"
"This... alright! Brother Yu, let's go!" After being slapped, Duan Fei immediately became obedient.
As the two left, everyone else dispersed, leaving only Chen Xuan, Shi Meitong, Yun Ziling, and Ning Xinyou.
At this moment, Yun Ziling turned around and looked at Chen Xuan with a shy expression: "Young Master Chen Xuan, today... I am so grateful to you, otherwise, I and my Yun family would really not know what to do!"
Chen Xuan smiled at Yun Ziling, a barely perceptible glint of greed in his eyes: "Miss Yun, you're too kind. It's only right to help those in need! Besides, I'm the head guard here, and it's my duty to uphold the rules."
Seeing the two exchanging glances, Shi Meitong was immediately displeased and was about to say something when Ning Xinyou also came over: "Chen Xuan, right? It's all thanks to you for stepping in and calming things down today. Otherwise, my Ning family's banquet would have become a laughing stock."
Chen Xuan bowed slightly: "Miss Ning, you flatter me. This is what I should do, after all, it concerns my elder brother's reputation."
"Hmm, you've really put your elder brother's face first. However, I have something to ask you privately. Come with me." Ning Xinyou said, then turned and walked towards a quiet courtyard.
She seemed completely unconcerned about dealing with the so-called "young noblemen."
Chen Xuan raised an eyebrow slightly, a hint of amusement flashing in his eyes. He said softly to Shi Meitong and Yun Ziling, "You two wait here for a moment. I'll be right back." Without waiting for the two women's reaction, he followed Ning Xinyou away.
Soon, Ning Xinyou led Chen Xuan into a quiet courtyard. The courtyard was full of flowers, and a gentle breeze caused the petals to fall, adding a touch of poetry to the tranquil place.
But at this moment, Ning Xinyou's expression was completely out of place amidst the beautiful scenery. She turned around abruptly, staring sharply at Chen Xuan, and questioned him:
"Chen Xuan...who exactly are you? Why are you standing beside my Gui Li brother, and possessing such heaven-defying talent? What is your purpose in approaching my Gui Li brother?"
A big stick followed by a sweet date—the most basic trick.
Faced with Ning Xinyou's sudden change of expression, Chen Xuan remained calm and composed, still wearing that faint smile on his face. He stepped forward and said softly:
“Sister-in-law, you’ve misunderstood me. I, Chen Xuan, am just a wanderer. I was only able to find shelter thanks to my elder brother’s kindness. As for my talent, it’s just something I was born with. But if it weren’t for my elder brother’s discerning eye, I might still be mining in the mines right now!”
"What... Sister-in-law? What did you call me?" Ning Xinyou frowned slightly, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes. She hadn't expected Chen Xuan to suddenly address her like that.
'Okay, I didn't hear the point. You're totally love-struck! You were so confident just now, but now…'
'But that makes sense. If a legitimate daughter of such a prestigious family really had any brains, she wouldn't have fallen for Yu Guili, a married man. No wonder she's the heroine of a toxic novel.' Chen Xuan thought to himself.
However, this kind of woman is the easiest to deal with.
"Sister-in-law, you and my brother are deeply in love and will surely get married in the future. In my heart, you have long been my sister-in-law!" Chen Xuan said sincerely, his eyes full of respect.
Upon hearing this, Ning Xinyou's cheeks flushed slightly. She turned her head away and scolded, "Don't talk nonsense. My relationship with your older brother... is not settled yet. You're talking like this..."
That's what she said, but her tone was clearly no longer as sharp as before, and she no longer had the questioning attitude she had at the beginning.
“My dear sister-in-law, please don’t be modest. Everyone saw how much my brother cared for you at the banquet today. He is certainly aware of your thoughtfulness in preparing this banquet for him. As his good brother, I naturally hope to share some of his burdens, protect the Ning family, and protect you.”
"Go away, you're just a nobody from the Celestial Realm, yet you think you can protect me? Mind your own business first!"
As Ning Xinyou listened to Chen Xuan call her "sister-in-law" so naturally and affectionately, the doubt on her face gradually disappeared, replaced by a hint of sweetness and joy.
Then, feigning nonchalance, she sighed slightly and said, "Fine, I'll believe you for now. But if you ever harbor any disloyalty in the future, I will not let you off easily."
"Don't worry, sister-in-law, Chen Xuan is loyal to my elder brother and also highly values you," Chen Xuan said confidently.
Ning Xinyou nodded gently, her gaze falling on a blooming flower in the courtyard, and said softly:
"Although today's farce has subsided, it has made me realize that the crises your brother and I will face in the future will definitely not be few! If we are not careful, we will fall into an abyss of no return."
She thought of Duan Fei, who pretended to be weak to deceive others. How could anyone be so bored?
Chen Xuan followed Ning Xinyou's gaze and looked at the flower, saying, "Sister-in-law, you don't need to worry. With my elder brother here and me, Chen Xuan, I will definitely not let you suffer any harm."
Ning Xinyou turned to look at Chen Xuan, a strange light flashing in her eyes, as if she had gained a new understanding of Chen Xuan.
"You do have some insight; I hope you can keep your word."
"Sister-in-law, just you wait and see, I will definitely 'do' it!" Chen Xuan patted his chest confidently.
Looking at the confident Chen Xuan, Ning Xinyou couldn't help but feel a ripple in her heart.
This tiny celestial realm possessed such extraordinary speech and demeanor that she couldn't help but want to get closer and understand it.
Of course, this understanding is based on distance.
"Alright, you don't need to go over today. Just stay in this courtyard. Let's leave today's matter for now. Tomorrow, you can continue to maintain order at the scene," Ning Xinyou said softly, her tone no longer distant as before.
"Yes, sister-in-law." Chen Xuan bowed again, while Ning Xinyou turned and left.
"Sister-in-law, after you go out, you can notify Shi Meitong outside the door and ask her to come in. I have something I want to say to her."
"Shi Meitong? Could it be that you've taken a fancy to her family's daughter? But she is, after all,... you know, this is not a good situation to handle."
"But……"
"But what?"
"But sister-in-law, your situation seems to be the same as mine. If you can do it, why can't I?"
“You…” Ning Xinyou finally came to her senses, gently shook her head, and unconsciously raised the corners of her mouth.
Without saying much, she turned and left. This Chen Xuan, whom she had just met, had already left a deep impression on her.