After Descending the Mountain, Seven Big Brothers Spoil Me - Chapter 511

Chapter 511: Big Brother: The Double Standard Man
Yu Ze felt a headache from all the curses he read. With a long sigh, he closed his phone and gazed at the dark night outside, his mind clearer than ever.

Surprisingly, he found himself understanding Wang Yao a bit. There was a time when he, too, struggled to carry on, despite many saying that it had passed.

Yet, for them, everything from the past remained deeply etched in memory. The bewildering despair of plummeting into the abyss in a single night was unforgettable.

Reflecting on how everyone now respectfully called him Mr. Yu, he didn’t feel happy. In fact, there was a sense of absurdity.

Elevating and denigrating others was commonplace in this circle. Reality could feel desolate.

Lost in thought, he was suddenly bumped from behind by a small figure. Turning gently, Yu Ze found Huo Ji’an rolling into his embrace as if sensing his presence.

With mouth agape and hands tightly wrapped around his waist, Huo Ji’an slept peacefully, his cheek pressed against Yu Ze’s chest.

Seeing the child in his arms warmed Yu Ze’s heart, dispelling the melancholy that had arisen from thoughts of Wang Yao. He hugged him back and closed his eyes, soon drifting off to sleep.

Comparatively, it wasn’t far-fetched to say that the past was indeed behind them. Zhouzhou slept soundly through the night.

As they stepped out the next morning, they encountered Huo Ji’an. The two children immediately began chattering away, heads knocking together.

Qin Lie, observing nearby, could have filled an armory with the daggers shooting from his eyes.

“Enough already,” Grandma Qin chided him, patting his back. “What’s with you? Your jealousy is getting out of hand. Even jealous a child, you’re regressing. Ji’an is a guest, and it’s impolite to stare at him like that. Why don’t you go with Zhouzhou to kindergarten and learn some manners? It’s a good opportunity for you to keep an eye on him.”

Noticing her teasing tone, Qin Lie didn’t dwell on it, instead focusing on his water and wearing a nonchalant expression.

Grandma Qin dropped the topic, turning her attention to Yu Ze. She served him a dish, expressing concern, “What about little Yu today? Do you still need to work? Will that Wang Yao bother you again?”

Yu Ze shook his head. “Thank you for your concern, Auntie. It’s fine. Zhouzhou gave me an amulet.”

At the mention of her name, Zhouzhou lifted her head, nodding softly. “That’s right, no need to worry. Besides, the beautiful sister’s death has nothing to do with Uncle Yu. She probably just happened to pass by last night and won’t harm him.”

There was no causal connection evident in Yu Ze’s expression. If Wang Yao really wanted to harm him, she would ensnare herself in karma and vanish without a trace, unable to reincarnate.

As long as she wasn’t foolish, she wouldn’t do such a thing. However, her death had been filled with so much resentment.

If she were truly consumed by malevolent energy, losing her sanity, then it was hard to say. They needed to find her soon. But where could she be hiding?

After dinner, Zhouzhou, carrying her little backpack, skipped towards the car. Huo Ji’an hurried after her, chirping, “Chubby Girl, chubby girl, I’ve learned addition and subtraction! You can quiz me on anything today, and I’ll know!”

Ignoring him, Zhouzhou shook her head. “No need. As long as you’ve learned.” She covered her ears and dashed into the car, not wanting to tutor him anymore. It was too difficult.

Perplexed, Huo Ji’an followed, still cheerful. Seeing this scene, the adults couldn’t help but chuckle.

Yu Ze joined in, patting the amulet in his pocket, then turned to Xiao Lan. “Sister Lan, are you going to Wang Yao’s funeral?”

It was the latest news from the crew—to hold a funeral for Wang Yao. They had worked together for a few days, and it seemed fitting to bid her farewell properly.

Regardless of Wang Yao’s personal life, her professional skills were undeniable. Her acting was superb, almost flawless. Even the director was impressed by her empathy.

Yu Ze didn’t think too much about it; he simply wanted to pay his respects due to their similar experiences. Xiao Lan nodded without extra words. “Yes, I will.”

The two exchanged a glance, understanding each other without needing further conversation.

Wang Yao’s death stirred up quite a bit of commotion, but her reputation had always been poor.

Online sentiments were overwhelmingly negative towards her, believing she deserved to die.

Moreover, since she had committed suicide, it didn’t have much impact on the crew. So, two days later, they resumed filming.

Yu Ze also saw Peng Qixiu, a male actor playing a police officer. In his thirties, he was already a top-tier actor, praised for his skill and demeanor.

Always seen with a thermos in hand and a smile on his lips, he seemed to have a good temper.

When someone mentioned Wang Yao riding on his coattails, he dismissed it with a smile, not taking it to heart. His magnanimity earned him even more praise.

Observing him, Yu Ze couldn’t help but recall Wang Yao’s post. There were no signs of photo editing. Was there really no connection between them?

Sensing Yu Ze’s gaze, Peng Qixiu looked over, his expression unchanged as he gave a small smile.

Yu Ze averted his gaze, intending to focus on the script. However, he noticed a small black dog in the corner of his eye, resembling the one they had encountered in the hallway that day.

Before he could investigate further, the dog quickly left. The director called him over, and he pushed the matter aside.

Unaffected by this, Zhouzhou breathed a sigh of relief as she looked at the question being solved by Huo Ji’an. “Little Skinny Pole, you’re amazing! How did you learn so quickly?”

Huo Ji’an replied earnestly, “Big Brother told me that if there aren’t enough fingers, count the knuckles. If there are too many, then the useless fingers can be chopped off.”

Zhouzhou’s expression darkened. What a brutal teaching method! When Big Brother taught her, he always lent her his hand.

She didn’t need to ask to know that Big Brother hadn’t worn glasses while teaching him.

Big Brother without glasses was terrifying. Sympathetically, she patted Huo Ji’an’s shoulder.

Huo Ji’an felt a bit scared too, but he had to admit that his method was effective. He hadn’t made a mistake since.

Every finger was useful, and he couldn’t afford to lose any. It was good as long as he learned. Zhouzhou changed the subject, continuing with the next question.

Time flew by, and before they knew it, it was Friday. Qin Lie had already arranged for the children to be excused from school, taking them to elementary school.

Yu Ze also arrived as promised to accompany Huo Ji’an.

Seeing him, Huo Ji’an was overjoyed. Proudly puffing out his chest, he exclaimed, “Dad, don’t worry! I’ll definitely pass the test. I want to be an honorable elementary school student!”

Yu Ze chuckled softly, bending down to ruffle his hair. “No need to pressure yourself too much. Just do your best.”

As they conversed, Jinbao on Zhouzhou’s shoulder suddenly darted in one direction.

Sensing trouble, Zhouzhou followed his gaze and saw a flash of red. Without hesitation, she drew her wooden sword and dashed forward. “Stop!”