After Descending the Mountain, Seven Big Brothers Spoil Me - Chapter 226

Chapter 226: I’m Here to Join This Family
Five minutes later, Ye Lingfeng knocked on the door of the Qin family with a gift in hand. The person who opened the door was Qin Lie. As soon as he saw Ye Lingfeng, a bright smile appeared on Ye Lingfeng’s face. “CEO Qin is also here. It’s New Year’s, so I came to bring you a gift.”

It’s already the tenth day of the new year. What kind of gift is he bringing?

Qin Lie looked at the smile on Ye Lingfeng’s face, furrowing his brows tightly. What’s he up to this time? Earlier today, he wanted to kill him. Now he’s smiling so happily. Who would believe that there’s nothing fishy going on?

As for why he’s doing this, it’s all for Zhouzhou.

Giving him a faint glance, Qin Lie stepped aside. “Come in.”

He didn’t expect Qin Lie to let him in so readily. Ye Lingfeng raised an eyebrow and gave him a deep look.

Hmph, after he and Zhouzhou recognize each other, he’ll settle the score with Qin Lie.

For the sake of his daughter, it’s just a smile. It’s not a big deal.

As he lowered his head to change into slippers, the curve of his lips instantly sank, and he encouraged himself in his heart. When he raised his head again, he had a smile on his face. He bypassed Qin Lie and walked quickly inside. At a glance, he saw Zhouzhou sitting at the dining table, eating eagerly. His heart instantly softened.

Just being able to look at her a little longer made his smile at Qin Lie earlier worthwhile.

Seeing him, Grandma Qin was a bit surprised, but she didn’t say much. She warmly waved her hand and said, “Little Ye is here. Have you eaten?”

“Not yet.” Ye Lingfeng shook his head.

“Then come and eat with us.” Grandma Qin said generously, turning her head and instructing the domestic help to prepare more dishes.

Ye Lingfeng didn’t stand on ceremony either. He carried a chair and sat next to Zhouzhou, his gaze always on her, his heart feeling tender.

Sensing his gaze, Zhouzhou glanced at him and guarded her bowl, shifting her little butt to the side. Her eyes were filled with vigilance, as if afraid that he would snatch her food.

Seeing that he didn’t move, she continued eating, even faster than before.

Sharp Tongue Uncle can eat even more than her. She had to eat quickly, otherwise, she would have no food left.

Seeing this, Ye Lingfeng hurriedly said, “No rush, I won’t take your food. Eat slowly.”

Zhouzhou ignored him. Even Wangcai glanced at him, and buried his whole tiger face in the bowl and ate loudly.

Seeing this, Ye Lingfeng’s lips twitched. He wouldn’t stoop so low as to fight a tiger for food. It’s becoming more and more dog-like.

Qin Lie poured a glass of water and handed it to Zhouzhou, patting her back gently. “Eat slowly, we can make more if it’s not enough.”

Upon hearing this, Zhouzhou slowed down. She took a sip of water from his hand and made Ye Lingfeng even more jealous.

He said the same thing, so why would they listen to him instead!

He glared at Qin Lie in frustration, but when Qin Lie looked over, he instantly put on a smile.

What’s the use of sulking?

Seeing his changing expression, Qin Lie frowned, no longer bothering to talk to him, and continued to serve Zhouzhou some dishes.

Ye Lingfeng originally wanted to do the same, but he remembered when Wen Jing reminded him not to compete with Qin Lie in front of Zhouzhou. He suppressed this idea.

This meal was particularly difficult to eat.

The adults in the Qin family were fine, as they were all grown-ups who could control their emotions. But the children didn’t care so much and regarded him as a villain trying to steal their sister. The looks they gave him were full of hostility.

Ye Lingfeng didn’t mind. He changed his previous domineering attitude and appeared easy to talk to, which made Zhouzhou couldn’t help but look at him a few more times.

But she didn’t think much of it. After dinner, she went to play with her brothers.

Naturally, Grandma Qin didn’t want her granddaughter to be taken away by someone, but seeing that he was alone, she also felt sorry for him. She said, “Little Ye, why don’t you go and accompany Zhouzhou? She goes to bed at 8 o’clock, and you can play with her for an hour.”

Unexpectedly, Ye Lingfeng shook his head. “It’s alright. Let Zhouzhou play with her brothers. I won’t disturb her. I just wanted to come and thank you today. If it weren’t for you adopting Zhouzhou, she wouldn’t be so happy now.

He had a sincere attitude, and there was a pile of gifts next to him, which made Grandma Qin instinctively let go of her guard. “You’re too kind. Speaking of which, Zhouzhou has also helped us a lot. If it weren’t for her, I’m afraid this old bone of mine would have been long gone.”

Ye Lingfeng continued talking with her, and his personality seemed to have returned to the way it was five years ago. He was eloquent and good at making people happy. Before long, he had inquired about all of Zhouzhou’s preferences.

The little girl liked money, especially gold. She was a vegetarian and loved things that brought wealth. She disliked spending money…

He firmly remembered every word and continued to manipulate Grandma Qin with his words.

Grandma Qin was simple-minded, but Qin Lie wasn’t a fool. He had been in the business world for many years and had long cultivated the cunning of a thousand-year-old fox.

He knew what Ye Lingfeng was thinking when he spoke the first sentence. After giving him a glance, he didn’t expose him and calmly drank his tea.

Upstairs, Qin Bei squatted behind a pillar, his ear pressed against the railing, wishing he could put his ear next to their mouths to hear what they were saying. After a while, he ran back to the children’s room.

“How is it? What are they talking about? They’re not discussing taking Zhouzhou away, are they?” Qin Nan asked nervously.

Qin Bei shook his head. “I can’t hear what they’re saying, but I don’t think that’s it. Grandma seems pretty happy. If Uncle Ye wanted to take Zhouzhou away, Grandma definitely wouldn’t be able to smile.”

Grandma was the one who loved Zhouzhou the most.

It’s not that?

Qin Nan furrowed her brows, feeling that something was off.

On the side, Qin Ren touched his chin thoughtfully, then looked at Zhouzhou who was eating dessert after dinner. His expression softened, and when he saw his brothers still discussing how to deal with Ye Lingfeng, he glanced at them and said, “Alright, go play games.”

“Eldest Brother?” Qin Bei looked at him puzzled. Was he going to let Zhouzhou be taken away?

Qin Ren didn’t explain anything, only saying, “Uncle Ye has his own plans, we don’t need to interfere, and none of you are allowed to trouble him.”

He was older and could see that Ye Lingfeng’s temperament was extraordinary. He might be soft-hearted towards Zhouzhou, but that might not be the case for them.

“In the end, it depends on Zhouzhou’s decision.” He patted the little girl’s head and said.

Zhouzhou’s mouth was stuffed full, with a ring of cream around her mouth. She raised her head and nodded softly. “Dad said the same.”

Upon hearing this, Qin Bei hurriedly rushed over and hugged Zhouzhou, anxiously saying, “Then don’t go with Uncle Ye. Sixth Elder brother will give you all the delicious food in the future.”

Qin Nan also nodded repeatedly. “Mine too, I’ll give you mine.”

Qin Feng chimed in, “As long as you don’t leave, I’ll give you my money too.”

“And mine, mine too!” Qin Xi, who was impatient, raised his hand and shouted, unwilling to be outdone. “I’ll give you my snacks and money.”

The others also expressed their support.

Zhouzhou’s gaze fell on Qin Er, and Qin Er said, “My money…”

Zhouzhou’s eyes lit up, looking at him expectantly. Among everyone in the family, besides her Eldest Brother, Qin Er was the richest.

But just as the words were about to come out, Qin Er changed his mind. “I can help you earn more money.”

It was absolutely impossible for him to take out money from his pocket!

Well, Zhouzhou was a bit disappointed, but she hadn’t really intended to take their money in the first place. She blinked her eyes and looked up at them, a small dimple appearing on her chubby face.

“Big brothers, you can rest assured. I won’t go.”

“You said it.” Qin Bei was delighted but still worried. “Pinkie promise.”

Zhouzhou cooperatively extended her chubby little hand. “Pinkie promise, never change for a hundred years. Whoever breaks it is a poor loser!”

After saying that, she earnestly stamped her seal. “Sixth Elder Brother, are you reassured now?”

“Yes.” Qin Bei nodded, smiling happily. “I’m reassured, I’m reassured.”

“I want to pinkie promise too.” Qin Nan came over and said.

The others followed suit, forming a line behind them.

Zhouzhou pinkie promised with each of them.

Outside the door, Qin Lie also saw off Ye Lingfeng.

When they reached the doorway, the two of them simultaneously stopped in perfect synchronization.

Qin Lie asked directly, “CEO Ye, what do you want to do?”

Ye Lingfeng looked at him, smiling pure and innocent, his eyes filled with innocence, even resembling Zhouzhou a bit.

He said, “CEO Qin, don’t worry. I’m not here to break you apart. I’m here to join this family!”