After Descending the Mountain, Seven Big Brothers Spoil Me - Chapter 270

Chapter 270: I’m Illiterate, I’m Not Afraid!
Earning money?!

Zhouzhou’s eyes lit up, her ears perked up, and her little head started nodding like a pecking chick. “Yes!”

Xiao Lan was about to speak, but Qin Lie suddenly coughed lightly and called out, “Third Sister-in-law,” his expression full of disapproval.

Seeing this, Xiao Lan realized that A’Lie was definitely reluctant to let Zhouzhou enter the entertainment industry’s big dye vat. So, she swallowed the words she was about to say.

Noticing that Xiao Lan stopped mid-sentence, Zhouzhou curiously tugged at her sleeve and asked in her soft voice, “Third Auntie, what money-making idea is it? Tell me quickly.”

The little girl’s eyes were full of golden ingots, and her face clearly showed her eagerness to make money.

Xiao Lan glanced at Qin Lie, feeling a bit troubled and regretting bringing up the topic.

Following her gaze, Zhouzhou looked at Qin Lie in confusion, then turned back to Xiao Lan. “Third Auntie?”

Qin Nan and Qin Bei were getting medicine applied by Grandma Qin. Hearing this, Qin Bei said, “Mom, are you thinking of taking Zhouzhou to a variety show?”

Their mother’s recent work seemed to involve that.

“But didn’t Mom say she’d take us?” Qin Nan asked, looking puzzled.

Grandma Qin also caught the meaning behind her daughter-in-law’s words. Hearing this, she applied the medicine a bit harder, making Qin Nan yelp. She said irritably, “How can you go with your face all bruised?”

Oh, that’s true.

Qin Nan grimaced, “But Zhouzhou isn’t suitable either. Zhouzhou eats a lot; she costs a lot.”

The variety show Xiao Lan recently participated in had a frugality theme, starting with just ten yuan, and required guests to get through the whole day on that amount. The show’s purpose was to watch celebrities live a thrifty life, primarily to see the funny situations they’d get into. It was possible to survive on a simple diet, but the problem was that this was also a lifestyle show, and both Xiao Lan and Qin Yan were inept at daily chores. Neither of them knew how to cook; the food they bought with ten yuan all got burnt, and they nearly starved, ending up borrowing two steamed buns from the production crew to survive.

The image of the two of them gnawing on dry buns made it to the trending topic.

This was also why the chubby kid’s mother called them useless.

They indeed couldn’t cook, and their life skills were negative.

The more troubling part was that the next episode required them to bring their kids.

Of course, there was a paycheck for this, so Xiao Lan thought since Zhouzhou liked money, maybe she’d want to go. But considering the show’s content, she hesitated. Zhouzhou’s appetite was such that even spending all ten yuan on the cheapest rice wouldn’t be enough for her!

They’d probably end up having to nothing to eat.

Clearly a bad idea.

Unexpectedly, Zhouzhou’s eyes lit up even more upon hearing this. “That sounds so fun! I want to go!”

She then looked eagerly at Qin Lie.

Qin Lie raised his hand and lightly flicked her forehead, giving her a glance. “Be honest.”

Zhouzhou giggled, her chubby hands holding her head, smiling like a little money-grubber. “I can earn money, so I want to go.”

Just as he suspected.

Qin Lie’s brows furrowed tightly, showing his reluctance.

The family didn’t lack money. Qin Yan and Xiao Lan were in this industry purely because they liked acting.

This industry was too complicated, and the audience could be very harsh. Even if his daughter was super adorable, there would always be people who disliked and criticized her.

He didn’t want to see that happen.

Seeing him remain silent, Zhouzhou plopped down on his foot, her chubby legs wrapping around his leg and swaying gently. “Daddy, I really want to go~”

Qin Lie was nearly toppled over by her rocking, so he peeled the little girl off his leg and held her in his arms. “Can you handle being criticized?”

Zhouzhou tilted her head in confusion, “Why would they criticize me?”

Qin Lie explained it to her, and Zhouzhou thought for a moment before turning to Xiao Lan. “Third Auntie, how much money can I earn?”

Xiao Lan gave her a figure, and Zhouzhou’s mouth instantly formed an “O” shape. She exclaimed, “That much!”

That was as much as she made selling medicine in a year!

The little girl’s excitement grew, and she eagerly turned to Qin Lie.

Qin Lie’s mouth twitched. He knew as soon as Xiao Lan mentioned the amount that his little money-grubber would be tempted.

He sighed helplessly. “Silly girl, it’s a live broadcast. One wrong move, and people will criticize you. Have you forgotten what happened today?”

Xiao Lan and Qin Yan were excellent actors, but they were harshly criticized after their recent show.

There were strong polarized opinions. Fans found their struggle endearing, while detractors mocked them, saying they were privileged and out of touch.

Those remarks even spread to the kindergarten, showing how influential they were.

“But they’re offering so much money!” Zhouzhou clutched her chest, looking as if she couldn’t resist, then patted her chest proudly. “It’s fine! I can’t read anyway, so I won’t see their criticism.”

“If they scold me in person, I’ll just punch them!”

The little girl waved her chubby fists, completely unaware of what she was about to face.

Seeing her already blinded by money, Qin Lie had no choice but to turn to Qin Yan and Xiao Lan. “You haven’t asked these two if they’re willing to take you.”

Given Zhouzhou’s appetite, they were having second thoughts.

Zhouzhou turned to them, only to see Qin Yan quickly stepping back. He still wanted to fill his belly, even if it was just buns. If Zhouzhou went with them, he wouldn’t even have that!

Seeing this, Zhouzhou pouted and looked at Xiao Lan, flashing a bright smile. Her sweet dimples appeared, and she stretched out her chubby arms for a hug.

Xiao Lan took her, and Zhouzhou immediately snuggled up and kissed her cheek, calling “Third Auntie” sweetly, melting her heart.

Grandma Qin’s influence had made the aunts long for a daughter, and Zhouzhou was already very lovable. Xiao Lan liked her very much and couldn’t resist her charms now.

“Please, Third Auntie, Zhouzhou loves you the most.”

Smooch—

Xiao Lan’s heart was completely won over. Her hesitation vanished, and with a dignified yet affectionate look, she reached out to pinch Zhouzhou’s chubby cheeks, nodding without principles. “Alright, I’ll take you.”

Zhouzhou instantly cheered.

Qin Yan couldn’t help but wail.

It was over; now they really would have to subsist on air.

Seeing how much Zhouzhou wanted to go, Qin Lie had already softened. Now, seeing Qin Yan’s reaction, he frowned and looked at him. “What, any problems?”

As he spoke, he calmly rolled up his sleeves.

Qin Yan swallowed and took three steps back, smiling ingratiatingly. “No, no, no, I’m just too happy. This is how I express joy.”

He thumped his chest like a gorilla and let out a few howls.

Qin Nan and Qin Bei immediately showed expressions of disdain. They exchanged glances, patting their chests with relief. “Good thing it’s not us.”

Having such a silly dad would be embarrassing. Everyone would know they had a silly dad, and they’d lose face. How could they be the bosses of the kindergarten then?

Since they had already decided to play the role of wimps, they’d let Zhouzhou endure this hardship for them.