After Descending the Mountain, Seven Big Brothers Spoil Me - Chapter 509

Chapter 509: No Rounding Down Here!
Qin Yan hadn’t quite grasped the meaning of her words yet, but with things having escalated to this point, it was hard not to feel resentment.

Qin Lie, however, sensed that something was amiss and approached, inquiring, “She didn’t commit suicide?”

“She did, indeed,” Zhouzhou affirmed, examining Wang Yao’s demeanor. She saw no signs of foul play on her, only, she pointed at her face in confusion, “Did she do this to herself?”

Why would such a beautiful sister disfigure herself?

Upon hearing her words, Xiao Lan also glanced over, “It should be, yeah. She went back to her room after finishing her morning scenes. I didn’t see anyone with her.”

So it was hard for her to accept. Someone who had greeted her with a smile just a little over an hour ago was now gone. It left her feeling at a loss, unable to articulate her emotions.

“Zhouzhou, do you have any talismans that can ease her restless spirit? I want her to have a better afterlife.”

Even though they weren’t close, based on the negative comments online, she knew Wang Yao had a tough life these past few years.

Being girls, she was well aware of how difficult it was to survive in this industry. She was fortunate to have the Qin family backing her, but Wang Yao wasn’t as fortunate.

From what she knew, her family background was poor. For someone like her, the extent of bullying she must have endured was imaginable.

“I do.” Zhouzhou nodded, handing her a reincarnation talisman and then, after a moment’s thought, she handed her a protective talisman as well.

“Third Auntie, this one’s for you. Keep it with you at all times, don’t let it out of your sight.”

People who die wearing red clothes often become evil spirits afterward. This sister’s resentment is so strong, her spirit must still be lingering.

Even though her death had nothing to do with Third Auntie, what if she came looking for her? It’s better to be cautious.

Xiao Lan looked at the talismans in her hand, puzzled, but obediently nodded and carefully stowed them away.

Observing this, Qin Yan sensed something and nervously asked, “Lanlan, are you okay?”

Zhouzhou shook her head, “She’s fine, Third Auntie still has a long life ahead. But if anything happens or if she encounters anyone, Third Auntie can call me.”

Glancing at Xiao Lan, Zhouzhou didn’t know why, but Xiao Lan suddenly understood who she meant by “encounter anyone.”

Wang Yao.

Looking at the person in her phone, Xiao Lan looked puzzled but still nodded, “I’ll remember.”

Assured that she was fine, Zhouzhou didn’t say much more. Coincidentally, her phone watch rang, and upon seeing the caller ID, she jumped up, covering her ears and looking pitifully at Qin Lie.

Qin Lie glanced at it. It was Huo Ji’an.

He felt a slight annoyance. That kid was so clumsy, scaring Zhouzhou like this.

“Maybe just hang up,” he suggested.

But Zhouzhou shook her head, rejecting without much thought, “No, no, I can’t. If I hang up, Little Skinny Pole might think I don’t want to play with him anymore.”

It took Uncle Yu so much effort to change Little Skinny Pole to this point. She couldn’t let him get hurt because of her.

With that in mind, Zhouzhou gritted her teeth and answered the phone. However, her expression was one of brave resignation, reminiscent of a scene from a heroic tale.

Sure enough, as soon as the call connected, Huo Ji’an’s voice came through, “Chubby Girl, what’s 102 minus 49? Daddy said if it’s not enough to minus the number, I should borrow some. But what if they refuse?”

Zhouzhou: “…”

Well, maybe Daddy’s idea isn’t so bad after all. Hanging up might be the best option. She could always placate him tomorrow.

Anything was better than being tortured like this now!

Seeing her distressed face, Qin Ren felt sorry for her. He walked over and patted Zhouzhou’s little head, saying to the person on the other end of the call, “Give me your number. I’ll teach you.”

Hearing another voice, Huo Ji’an paused, not recognizing who it was, but still instinctively gave out his phone number.

Qin Ren directly dialed the number on his phone, then hung up Zhouzhou’s call.

Instantly relieved, Zhouzhou looked at Qin Ren and gave him a precautionary reminder, “Big Brother, Little Skinny Pole is a bit silly, it’s hard to teach him.”

“It’s alright.” Qin Ren pinched her chubby paw, “Leave it to me. You go learn something else. Let Little Uncle teach you today.”

“Okay okay!” Zhouzhou vigorously nodded, holding Qin Lie’s hand as they walked to the study. But she couldn’t help but add, “Big Brother, if you feel overwhelmed, just punch. It helps a lot.”

She had already done seven or eight sets today.

Qin Ren still smiled and nodded, but he didn’t think it was necessary.

There wasn’t a student he couldn’t teach.

Ten minutes later, Qin Ren walked out of the room with a stern face, unable to control his emotions for the first time.

He went to the training room and punched a set, instantly feeling refreshed. Taking a deep breath, he returned to the room to continue teaching.

He had to endure this hardship so Zhouzhou wouldn’t have to.

He could do it.

Next door, Zhouzhou was completely unaware of the suffering her big brother was enduring, eagerly absorbing knowledge from her books.

She learned quickly, remembering everything after just one explanation, never needing a second repetition.

Except when it came to rounding.

Pointing to the answer in the book, Qin Lie furrowed his brow, “How does 41 round up to 50?”

Zhouzhou asserted confidently, “Can’t lose money.”

“Hmm?” Qin Lie didn’t understand her meaning.

Zhouzhou explained, “19 plus 22 is 41, and it has to round up to 50.”

Hearing this, Qin Lie’s mouth twitched in understanding.

Huo Ji’an was simply incapable of learning, while Zhouzhou’s quick learning was due to treating all calculations as if they were about money. With anything related to money, the little entrepreneur naturally excelled.

She might be too good at it, though. She was practically a little merchant, rounding everything up, whether you wanted her to or not.

But rounding down? Not a chance!

Running a hand through his hair, Qin Lie thought for a moment, then changed his approach, saying, “Zhouzhou, sometimes giving customers a little extra can greatly improve their satisfaction, which means more repeat business and more profit.”

Is that so?

Zhouzhou tilted her head in thought, looking at the dazzling gold on him, and she instantly bought it.

Daddy was the richest, so he must be right.

Zhouzhou picked up the eraser and wiped away the evidence of her entrepreneurial spirit. With each swipe, she clutched her heart and exclaimed, as if she were truly losing her money.

She was quite the little hustler.

Qin Lie chuckled at her antics and shook his head.

Overall, Zhouzhou was doing quite well in her studies. Going to elementary school was practically a sure thing.

As for whether Huo Ji’an could pass or not, it depended on his luck.

When Zhouzhou emerged from the study, she heard Qin Ren still teaching. She pushed open the door and heard Qin Ren’s hoarse voice ask, “Do you understand?”

From the other side came Huo Ji’an’s cheerful voice, “Understood, understood! Big Brother, you’re amazing!”

Who did he think his big brother was?

Qin Ren heaved a sigh, leaning back in his chair. Teaching him was more tiring than doing research.

A scent of milk wafted to his nose, and he turned to see his little cousin peeking in, her big watery eyes melting his heart.

Seeing her, Qin Ren softened, waving her over, “Zhouzhou, come here.”

At his words, Zhouzhou’s eyes lit up, and she ran over to him with her short legs.

Qin Ren lifted her up and sat her on his lap. It was then that Zhouzhou noticed he and Huo Ji’an were on a video call.

On the other side, Huo Ji’an also saw her and greeted her warmly, “Chubby Girl!”

“Little Skinny Pole!” Zhouzhou waved back at him, seeing Yu Ze as well.

She was about to call out to him when she suddenly saw someone in a red dress standing behind him. Her pupils constricted in shock, and she exclaimed, “Uncle Yu, be careful!”