After Descending the Mountain, Seven Big Brothers Spoil Me - Chapter 40

Chapter 40: Provocation, Accepting the Challenge!
Noticing that something was off with her expression, Wen Yao curiously looked over and saw Qin Ren. She smiled and said, “A’ Ren, you’re here. Do you want something to eat?”

Qin Ren had always maintained regular eating habits and didn’t snack in between meals. Wen Yao’s question was merely a formality, but she didn’t expect Qin Ren to nod and walk over, pulling out a chair and sitting down. Coincidentally, he sat directly across from Zhouzhou, so he could easily see her.

He said, “I’ll eat.”

Upon hearing his words, Zhouzhou trembled slightly. It felt as if he wasn’t talking about food but about devouring her. She felt scared.

Wen Yao also paused upon hearing his words and, seeing that Zhouzhou seemed uneasy, thought she might be worried about not having enough to eat. So she said, “Then I’ll go make two more dishes.”

Saying that, she left the dining table and went to the kitchen.

Zhouzhou stared at her retreating figure, wanting to call her back, but she couldn’t stop her. Qin Ren looked at Zhouzhou’s trembling hands and couldn’t help but chuckle. He remembered the talisman paper he had bought from Liu Hanqiu, and his gaze deepened.

Upon hearing his laughter, Zhouzhou turned her head and met his gaze. In that instant, she felt as if she would be tied up and disMystery Sected by him any moment. Her scalp tingled with fear.

She didn’t know if it was the suppression of scientific knowledge over mystical arts, but Zhouzhou couldn’t help but feel uneasy whenever she saw him. However, when she remembered what her dad had said, that she was challenging the authority of science, she gained a bit of confidence.

She straightened her back and glared at him, refusing to back down. She wasn’t afraid of him!

Seeing her reaction, Qin Ren arched an eyebrow and raised his hand to adjust his glasses. His scholarly aura emanated, making Zhouzhou feel intimidated. She shrank back, disappointed in herself, and bowed her head to focus on her food.

She needed to eat more, grow faster, and reach the same height as the scientific researcher Eldest Brother. Then she wouldn’t be afraid of him anymore!

While eating, Qin Xi suddenly rushed in from outside. He was sweating, even though the weather had turned cool. He wiped the sweat off his forehead and said, “Eldest Brother, we’re going to the fruit-picking farm. Are you coming?”

Qin Ren glanced at Zhouzhou before answering. Instead of responding immediately, he asked her, “Would you like to go and play, Zhouzhou? The fruit-picking farm has strawberries, grapes, pomegranates, apples, pears, and many other fruits.”

Apples?

Zhouzhou’s ears perked up.

——Don’t make the apples fly off the ground. They will scare your Eldest Brother.

Her dad had said that. Her Eldest Brother was afraid of flying apples.

Her eyes sparkled, and she immediately became excited. “Let’s go!”

Qin Ren noticed her expression and knew that his little cousin must have some mischievous plan in mind. But he was also curious about what she would do.

Upon hearing her agreement, Qin Xi’s expression soured. Annoyed, he grumbled, “We made an appointment with the kids from the Liu family to see who can pick the most fruits today. Why bring her along?”

They had always been at odds with the Liu family since childhood, and they were the ones who called Seventh Elder Brother useless the most. The two families held grudges against each other. This time, they wanted to compete and demonstrate their strength. Now that they were bringing their little cousin, they would have to find someone to accompany her.

Troublesome!

Qin Xi was unhappy, but when he saw Qin Ren’s seemingly casual gaze, a smile still lingering on his lips, his eyes turned cold, Qin Xi swallowed his saliva and dared not speak any further. “I’ll go call someone!”

He shouted once and immediately turned and ran.

Seeing this, Zhouzhou felt even more balanced in her heart.

See? She wasn’t the only one afraid of the scientific researcher Eldest Brother.

Not embarrassing herself!

After Qin Xi called for someone, Qin Feng happened to wake up and expressed his desire to go out and play. Wen Yao hesitated for a moment and glanced at Zhouzhou. Zhouzhou didn’t have much of a reaction and said, “Sure, it’s good for Seventh Elder Brother to go out and run around.”

Upon hearing this, Wen Yao agreed and prepared some snacks and sweets for Zhouzhou, hanging them on the handle of the wheelchair. Children easily get hungry, so it’s good to bring some food when going out to play.

“I’ll do it,” Qin Ren walked behind Qin Feng and pushed the wheelchair. He always took good care of his younger brothers, and Wen Yao felt reassured. She reminded him, “Take care of your little sister and don’t let anyone bully her.”

Grandma Qin knew about Zhouzhou’s abilities and didn’t bother mentioning it. It was still unknown who would be the one bullying whom. She also slipped a wad of money into Zhouzhou’s bag and watched them leave.

With so many children, they had to take two cars to fit everyone. Soon, they arrived at the fruit-picking farm in the outskirts of Jing City. As soon as they reached the entrance, they saw a few kids already standing there. They were the ones who fought with the Qin family the other day.

As soon as Zhouzhou saw them, she immediately ran over to Qin Feng’s side and glared at them fiercely. With her around today, they wouldn’t dare to bully Seventh Elder Brother!

However, the kids from the Liu family didn’t intend to fight today. They were here for a competition. The leading child said, “Today, we’ll compete to see who can pick the most fruits. The higher the fruit, the more valuable. Do you dare to compete?”

“Why wouldn’t we dare!” Qin Xi rolled up his sleeves, flexed his muscles, and a small bulge appeared. He patted it and said, “See, muscles! Today, we’ll make you admit defeat!”

“Hmph, our second sibling is the best at climbing trees. You’re bound to lose!” Liu Wei, the oldest child from the Liu family, taunted, pointing to a thin child standing beside him with a smug look.

“Our second sibling can climb trees too!” Qin Xi was unwilling to back down and pointed to Qin Er.

Upon hearing this, Qin Er lazily lifted his eyelids and glanced at him. “Do you have money?”

He wouldn’t work without money.

Qin Xi already knew his character, so he slapped a few red bills into his hand. “As long as you win, this money will be yours!”

Feeling the money, Qin Er instantly perked up. “Then let’s go.”

Seeing this, Liu Wei also took out some money from his pocket and handed it to Liu Hao. “Climb well, and if you win, I’ll treat you to a big meal!”

He provocatively looked at the Qin family. “How about we make it more exciting? Let’s make a bet. We’ll put all our money. Whoever loses will give everything to the other side.”

“Deal, I’m not afraid of you,” Qin Xi had a quick temper and immediately agreed.

Qin Ren adjusted his glasses and a cold light flashed in his eyes. “If you lose, it won’t just be money. It’ll include all your valuable possessions, including watches and jewelry. Do you dare?”

They had gone too far. They hadn’t even settled the score from last time when they bullied little Seventh Elder Brother.

Upon hearing this, Liu Wei hesitated for a moment, but then he glanced at the Rolex watch on Qin Ren’s wrist, worth hundreds of thousands. He had long been envious. He also looked at Liu Hao and remembered his climbing speed. His eyes flickered, and he immediately agreed, “Fine.”

They were formidable in fights, but climbing trees might not be their strong suit.

Hmph, this time, they would make them lose everything, even their underwear!

To prevent cheating, they gathered all the money and items together and placed them in one spot. Liu Wei pointed at Qin Feng and said, “Useless brat, keep an eye on things and don’t lose anything.”

Upon hearing his words, Zhouzhou’s small fist clenched tightly. She took a step forward, looked at him coldly, and said, “I’ll compete against you!”