After Descending the Mountain, Seven Big Brothers Spoil Me - Chapter 654

Chapter 654: Don’t Run, Pay Up!
Huo Mingxuan couldn’t see clearly, nor did he want to.

Seeing Huo Ji’an and Yu Ze acting like a loving father and obedient son only worsened his mood.

He coldly spoke up, “Aren’t we supposed to start class? Why haven’t we begun yet?”

Upon hearing this, Zhouzhou slapped her head, reluctantly placing the puppy down. She scratched its chin and said, “I’ll come play with you after I finish class.”

Qin Er quickly followed, quietly touching the POS machine in his bag, and nodding with satisfaction.

Being able to attend class for free and earn money, was the first time he encountered such a profitable opportunity.

It seemed that following Caicai could indeed bring in some cash.

Intentionally trying to show off in front of them, Huo Mingxuan also spoke with great care.

He could answer all the questions Zhouzhou and her friends brought up.

Gradually, even Huo Ji’an’s gaze towards him changed.

Turns out, his ex-dad was indeed quite capable.

He had thought poorly of him before.

Seeing his expression, Huo Mingxuan lifted his chin. “Don’t you think I’m much better than Yu Ze?”

“No,” Huo Ji’an shook his head without hesitation, then glanced at him oddly. “Would you think your tutor is better than your dad?”

But he was his dad!

Huo Mingxuan’s face darkened.

He slammed his laptop shut. “Since you think he’s better, then let him teach you.”

With that, he was about to leave, but his hem was suddenly grabbed by a small hand. He smirked, not looking back. “Don’t beg me, I won’t continue.”

“Who’s begging you?” Huo Ji’an looked at him bewilderedly. “I just mean, if you’re leaving, you should settle the money first!”

“Yeah, that’s right,” Zhouzhou vigorously nodded her little head.

Qin Er stared at him, as if afraid he would run away.

Now, Huo Mingxuan was truly irritated to the core.

He took a deep breath, threw down a bank card, and left in big strides.

Behind him, Huo Ji’an happily picked up the bank card and handed it to Zhouzhou, paying no attention to his departure.

“Chubby Girl, quickly check how much is inside.”

Zhouzhou nodded eagerly and skillfully tapped on the POS machine. However, when she saw the number on the screen, she exclaimed, “Only 250.”

Her, Little Skinny Pole, Fifth Brother, Sixth Brother, and Seventh Brother were already five people. Brother Dafu and Third Brother had also come, not counting them.

Upon hearing this, Qin Er quickly came over, saw that there were indeed only 250, and immediately walked out.

Daring to owe Qin Dafu money was absolutely unacceptable!

Zhouzhou trotted after him. Just as they reached the door, Qin Lie grabbed her. “Where are you going?”

The little chubby girl waved the POS machine in her hand. “To help Brother Dafu collect debts. Uncle Huo owes Brother Dafu and Third Brother money.”

Qin Xi leaned over. “It’s okay, I don’t want it. You can have mine.”

Upon hearing this, Zhouzhou shivered and became even more anxious. “Then now it’s owed to me and Brother Dafu. Dad, I’ll go after the debt first and come back later!”

With that, like a slippery loach, she broke free from Qin Lie’s hand and quickly disappeared with her short legs.

Qin Lie’s mouth twitched, and with a helpless sigh, he followed her out.

As soon as they descended the stairs, Qin Er grabbed Huo Mingxuan, and the chubby little girl shouted anxiously as she ran, “Uncle Huo, don’t run, pay up! It’s not right to owe money and not pay!”

The little girl’s voice was loud and piercing, instantly causing the surrounding people to turn their heads to look at Huo Mingxuan, their eyes filled with accusation and reproach.

How could someone of his age still owe money to a child? It was embarrassing.

Even though Huo Mingxuan’s expression couldn’t be seen clearly at the moment, it was certainly not good.

Because of being chased for a hundred bucks in public, Huo Mingxuan’s face was completely lost today.

Even the bodyguard covered his face and kept their distance, pretending not to know him.

Huo Mingxuan’s forehead twitched, and he almost couldn’t catch his breath. Finally, unable to control his expression, he glared fiercely at Zhouzhou.

This thoughtless little girl!

Seeing this, Zhouzhou ran up to him, hands on her hips, and widened her round eyes to stare back at him. “Uncle Huo, why are you looking at me like that?”

Huo Mingxuan rolled his eyes, no longer bothering to pretend. He said with a dark face, “Are you so obsessed with money?”

Despite his mocking tone, Zhouzhou vigorously nodded her little head. “Yes, yes, Uncle Huo, don’t you like money? If you don’t like it, why would you neglect Little Skinny Pole for work?”

Huo Mingxuan choked, at a loss for words.

Indeed, it was like that.

Many adults were unwilling to admit this, but it was stated frankly by the little girl, causing Huo Mingxuan’s expression to become somewhat complicated for a moment.

After a while, he spoke up, “It’s not wrong to work hard, but Uncle Huo, even if you’re busy with work, can’t you treat Little Skinny Pole well when you’re at home?”

He didn’t.

Don’t think she didn’t know; Little Skinny Pole had told her.

When Little Skinny Pole was sick at home, he didn’t care, always thinking that having a nanny and bodyguard was enough.

There wasn’t much attention given to him.

Seeing that he didn’t speak, Zhouzhou continued shaking her head. “So, don’t always say it’s for Little Skinny Pole. In fact, it’s all for yourself.”

“Little Skinny Pole can’t feel your love, so he left.”

Qin Er also nodded in agreement.

You can tell by looking at their family.

The Qin family didn’t have a single slacker; they all worked hard, but even if they were busy, everyone would set aside one or two days each month for family gatherings.

I heard that this was a rule that had been around since Grandpa’s time.

Even Qin Lie, after having Zhouzhou, wasn’t as workaholic as before and often came home early to accompany her.

This was the right way to raise a child.

If you give birth but don’t raise them properly, it’s better not to give birth at all.

Huo Mingxuan carefully pondered her words, his eyes showing a hint of confusion.

So, was he really wrong?

In his mind, the image of Huo Ji’an and Yu Ze sitting together floated up again. Even though they didn’t say much, he could clearly feel the warmth between them.

As if they were truly father and son.

Thinking of this, his heart couldn’t help but ache.

After receiving the money, Zhouzhou happily kissed it and went back.

But just as she took a step, Huo Mingxuan suddenly stopped her.

He whispered, “Help me.”

Zhouzhou paused, turned around, and looked at him with confusion in her eyes.

After hesitating for a moment, Huo Mingxuan took a deep breath, as if he had made up his mind, and said in one breath, “Help me win Ji’an back, and I’ll give you money.”

Upon hearing this, Zhouzhou pouted unhappily. “Am I that kind of person?”

Huo Mingxuan was stunned for a moment, his face showing hesitation.

Seeing this, Qin Er helped translate, “First, tell us how much you’re offering.”

Huo Mingxuan was taken aback, lowered his head to look at the little chubby girl, and indeed saw her saying “I’m not that kind of person” with her mouth, but her ears were perked up high.

He couldn’t help but twitch the corners of his mouth.

Where did Qin Lie find this gem?