After Descending the Mountain, Seven Big Brothers Spoil Me - Chapter 442

Chapter 442: Yes, I Am a Weakling
Among the five weaknesses and three deficiencies, a shortened lifespan was the most severe.

If one were a widower or widow, or had no elders above or children below, physical disabilities would not be fatal, and lacking money or power was even less so—one could simply live a poorer, harder life as an ordinary person.

But a shortened lifespan meant being born with a brief life, facing constant perils even with meticulous care, encountering various deadly calamities, not to mention unexpected accidents.

And she saw that Fifth Senior Brother was about to face another significant challenge.

Holding Lu Qing, she earnestly said, “Fifth Senior Brother, let me help you. I’ll help you drive away that villain.”

She didn’t want anything to happen to Fifth Senior Brother.

Lu Qing, however, smiled, “Don’t worry, I’m really fine. Actually, I’ve already checked on Mr. Zheng. He won’t live long, but he can still cause trouble for a while. Using him to completely sever the kinship line isn’t a loss.”

Sun Mei was someone who loved money the most in this life.

Unlike Zhouzhou, who loved money but earned it herself without resorting to unscrupulous means, Sun Mei never considered earning money legitimately. She only wanted to rely on men and shady methods.

She would never miss the chance with Mr. Zheng. If he messed this up, she would hate him and want to abandon him again.

And to sever the kinship line, he needed to be utterly abandoned.

He needed this opportunity.

Lu Qing looked down at Zhouzhou and explained, “Zhouzhou, I’ve checked. For her to abandon me is the only way to sever the kinship line. And I read that once it’s resolved, my shortened lifespan can be alleviated. So, I must go this time.”

Hearing this, Zhouzhou furrowed her brows and touched the statue in her bag.

The Ancestral Master appeared, nodding, “Yes, that’s correct. It must be the parents’ abandonment to sever the line. Your senior brother isn’t lying. If he can teach that Mr. Zheng a lesson, it’s also doing good deeds, which benefits him. He should go.”

With this, Zhouzhou’s frown relaxed.

After some thought, she said, “Then I must follow Fifth Senior Brother. If you’re bullied, just shout, and I’ll come to rescue you.”

She couldn’t let Fifth Senior Brother face the danger alone.

“Alright.” Lu Qing’s face brightened with a clear, gentle smile as he stroked Zhouzhou’s hand, reluctant to let go.

Having such a good little junior sister was his greatest blessing in this life.

Seeing he was obedient, Zhouzhou nodded in satisfaction, “Then let’s make a plan.”

Her Sharp Tongue Daddy always said not to fight unprepared battles!

“Alright.” Lu Qing agreed with a smile, looking like a protective brother.

Huo Ji’an also said, “We can have Uncle Sweetie protect chubby girl’s senior brother. Uncle Sweetie is very powerful.”

“Exactly!” The bodyguard proudly displayed his biceps.

Seeing his tall figure, Zhouzhou touched her double chin and thought, “Then Uncle Sweetie should come with me.”

“Yes!” The bodyguard nodded enthusiastically, excited at the prospect of another fight with Master Zhou.

Just thinking about it was thrilling!

He turned his head and met Huo Mingxuan’s gaze, his face instantly freezing. Oh no, he forgot to ask for Mr. Huo’s opinion, his true benefactor.

Huo Mingxuan regained his composure, glanced at him, and then looked away, saying indifferently, “Go, protect them well.”

Huo Ji’an seemed to have a good relationship with this dim-witted girl from the Qin family, Zhouzhou. If she was well, he could be at ease.

He had thought so much for him, surely he was moved.

Unexpectedly, the next moment, Huo Ji’an unhappily said, “Chubby Girl doesn’t need Uncle Sweetie’s protection. Chubby Girl is much stronger than Uncle Sweetie. Former Daddy, don’t underestimate her just because she’s small.”

What? Underestimate her!

Zhouzhou immediately flexed her arm, her fair flesh wobbling slightly, looking completely non-threatening and inviting to be pinched, seemingly easy to topple with a punch.

Huo Mingxuan frowned, thinking Huo Ji’an would say anything just to oppose him.

He wasn’t a patient man and, feeling increasingly frustrated, he snapped, “Do as you please.”

Turning his head, he no longer looked at him.

Huo Ji’an pouted, this always happened, making him seem like a difficult child.

Hmph.

He turned to Zhouzhou, stretching out his chubby hand, “Chubby Girl, check if my kinship line with Former Daddy is broken.”

Zhouzhou glanced and shook her head, “No, it’s still there.”

Hearing this, Huo Ji’an’s face darkened with regret and disappointment, “Why is it still there?”

On the bed, Huo Mingxuan’s face was even darker than his.

This son was truly unbearable!

Huo Ji’an asked, puzzled, “Isn’t it said that when adults abandon children, the kinship line breaks? Why hasn’t mine broken? Former Daddy even said I wasn’t his son anymore.”

Zhouzhou didn’t understand either. She scratched her head in confusion and looked to Lu Qing for help.

Lu Qing smiled and explained, “That’s probably because they were not speaking their heart.”

To break the kinship line required a true emotional severance; any lingering feelings would prevent it.

He glanced at the kinship line on Huo Ji’an’s hand. Though its color had faded, it remained firm.

Their father-son bond still existed, indicating his biological father still cared.

Huo Ji’an stomped his foot in annoyance, “How frustrating, not keeping his word!”

Huo Mingxuan’s body stiffened, fists clenched under the covers. Once again, he realized Huo Ji’an genuinely wanted to leave him.

Was being his son so painful?

Biting his lip, he felt a mix of anger, confusion, and regret.

Had he known, he would have worked less overtime and spent more time at home.

But regret was the hardest medicine to swallow.

Without further mention of the matter, Zhouzhou pulled Lu Qing aside to discuss their next steps.

Their goal was clear: to make Sun Mei completely abandon Lu Qing.

And she always acted in her own best interest.

Lu Qing’s mind raced, clarifying what needed to be done.

Yet he remained silent, maintaining his graceful demeanor.

Every time Zhouzhou glanced back at him, she sighed.

Fifth Senior Brother was frail, naive, and too kind-hearted. He always helped others at his own expense.

How could she feel at ease?

No, she had to protect him!

Thinking this, she clenched her little fists, nodding firmly, cheering herself on.

She would protect Fifth Senior Brother!

Noticing her gaze, Lu Qing smiled, his clear, foolish eyes showing through the mask.

Yes, he was indeed a weakling.

No need to explain.

Explaining would mean losing Zhouzhou’s affection.