The Luo brothers: "..." They've really thought that far ahead.
What the Luo brothers considered merely a flattering remark angered Luo Xi, who shouted her name loudly: "Cheng Qing!!!"
Cheng Qing smiled. The three brothers didn't know how Cheng Qing had calmed Luo Xi down, but Luo Xi's temper flared up and subsided quickly.
Unseen by them, the younger sister grew up and fell in love with someone who, in retrospect, seems...not bad.
***
Of course, even if the Luo family is satisfied with Cheng Qing, they would never allow the two of them to share a bed in the Luo family!
Therefore, they very "enthusiastically" prepared a guest room for Cheng Qing, who naturally thanked them politely.
Lossie was sent back to her bedroom early. Standing inside, she looked at everyone outside the door, pouted, and puffed out her cheeks in dissatisfaction, but in the end, she didn't say anything and slammed the door shut.
When only Cheng Qing and a few members of the Luo family remained in the corridor, Cheng Qing naturally put away the smile that had been comforting Luo Xi, and looked at the rest of the Luo family members with a mature and polite demeanor.
The three Luo brothers waved casually and went back to their own rooms. Their father, without even a wave, turned and left.
Luo's mother laughed and said, "They just go along with their temper."
Cheng Qing was not angry at all, and replied, "They are very good."
Luo's mother smiled at her, then turned and led Cheng Qing to her room.
Cheng Qing's guest room was no longer next to Luo Xi's, but one floor higher. Luo Xi's mother explained with an embarrassed smile, "When the house was built, the guest room was built on another floor."
Cheng Qing smiled modestly and said, "Auntie, you're too kind. It's the same everywhere."
Mother Luo smiled gently, glanced back at Cheng Qing again, and seeing that her eyes were sincere and she wasn't forcing herself to speak, she was even more satisfied.
She led Cheng Qing upstairs, continuing, "Luo Xi is indeed a bit spoiled by my upbringing. I've always worried about what kind of person she should find to tolerate her."
Cheng Qing: "She's fine."
No matter how much Luo's mother said bad things about Luo Xi, she still thought in her heart that her daughter was the best person in the world.
Therefore, she was very happy to hear Cheng Qing's words. She understood that it was truly not easy to find someone who was so tolerant and fond of her daughter.
While I'm happy, I also know that her tolerance towards Losi is also a form of love.
Therefore, she spoke to Cheng Qing in a gentler voice, "If you and Bao'er can get along well, my Luo family will definitely be your strongest support."
Cheng Qing paused for a moment, first saying thank you, then said, "I won't let her suffer with me." After saying that, he realized that neither the original owner nor he himself had accomplished anything, so his words were just empty talk and lacked any credibility.
He couldn't help but give a wry smile and say, "I'll do my best."
Mother Luo chuckled softly, slowed her pace slightly, and walked alongside Cheng Qing.
Cheng Qing was taken aback, only to see Luo's mother beside her say, "I believe in you, you have the ability. I'm not worried about Bao'er being with you."
These words were a huge affirmation for the mother, whom he had only met once. But Cheng Qing remained silent.
The silence puzzled Luo's mother. She turned to look at Cheng Qing beside her and saw her looking down at the floor, seemingly deep in thought.
The two quickly arrived at the guest room, which was actually quite exquisite, with all sorts of amenities.
Luo's mother turned on the light for her, showed her the location of all the necessities in the room, and then said with a smile, "Bao'er sometimes acts on a whim. It's almost the New Year, and I've called you here. I hope your family hasn't said anything about it?"
Cheng Qing shook her head and said, "Well, I don't plan to go back this year."
Going back would just mean being a completely different person immediately. Even if the siblings couldn't tell, what about the parents?
Especially the mother who raised her single-handedly?
Perhaps the moment I return, Cheng's mother will see right through me?
Even through the screen, perhaps that mother is already starting to have doubts? The biggest reason why I haven't been questioned is probably because the original owner of this body has been away from home for too long.
With Mingyue's sudden change, even if Cheng Qing's personality changed drastically, it would probably be understandable in their eyes.
However, once they met, how could Cheng's mother not see through it?
Seeing Cheng Qing say this, Luo's mother didn't say anything more, but before closing the door, she still added, "Don't forget to call home."
Cheng Qing smiled faintly and thanked her, "Thank you for your concern, Auntie. I will."
Luo's mother chuckled, her expression mirroring Luo Xi's.
Her eyes curved into a watery smile as she said to Cheng Qing, "Now that we've met, you'll have to change how you address me sooner or later."
As she spoke, she gently closed the door.
Cheng Qing blushed slightly and couldn't help but smile, but unfortunately... she couldn't wait for that time.
***
The next day, before Cheng Qing woke up, she heard the sound of the door opening.
Then, I heard very light footsteps running this way.
Cheng Qing was startled, but immediately came to her senses. Before she could turn around, a woman in pink pajamas pounced on her.
Cheng Qing: "..."
Luo Xi lifted her head from Cheng Qing's embrace, giggled, and said, "I missed you."
Cheng Qing: "Luo Xi?" She glanced at the alarm clock on the bedside table again, covered her forehead and said, "It's only 5:30!"
Luo Xi hummed in agreement and burrowed into Cheng Qing's bed: "It's so cold, let me in quickly."
Cheng Qing was prepared to be scolded, so she simply gave up and pulled back the covers to let her in. Luo Xi happily slipped inside, then reached out and hugged Cheng Qing's waist, saying, "We've been together for so long, this is the first time we've been apart, right?"
Cheng Qing: "...Actually, we weren't together for very long."
Luo Xi: "...Cheng Qing!!!"
Cheng Qing laughed and said, "Sorry, sorry."
Lossie then nestled close to Cheng Qing's chest again, saying, "Tonight is New Year's Eve, our first New Year's Eve together, you have to spend it with me."
Cheng Qing grunted, not thinking that the Luo family would let the two of them share a room just because it was New Year's Eve.
Therefore, his reply was a bit weak: "The main thing is, I'm afraid your brother will beat me to death if I go there."
Luo Xi: "...Cheng Qing!!!"
Cheng Qing smiled again: "But I will definitely come to find you and spend this New Year's Eve with you."
Satisfied, Luo Xi lay back down on the bed, nuzzled against Cheng Qing's chest, listened to her steady heartbeat, and drifted off to sleep peacefully.
Of course, Losi's willfulness still earned her a scolding.
When her brothers couldn't find Losie in her bedroom, they naturally found their sister in Cheng Qing's room.
You can't yell at a customer! So, he gave Losi a good scolding.
Luo's mother was in the lobby on the first floor when she heard her three older brothers following behind Luo Xi, whispering and lecturing her.
Cheng Qing followed at the very back, looking utterly helpless.
Luo's mother: "..."
Luo Moxiao was heartbroken: "You're not even married yet! And you're already running into someone else's room."
Losi puffed out her cheeks, huffing and puffing, "What era are we living in? Do we still have to be chaste before marriage? You old-fashioned!"
Luo Moxiao almost fell while holding onto the stair railing.
Seeing Luo Xi's aggressive attitude, Luo Mojin and Luo Moyu could only change their tune, saying, "Don't you even know how to be a little more reserved at home?"
Lossie: "You opened our room door, weren't you being reserved? What if we were still kissing?"
The second and third brothers stumbled and almost fell.
Cheng Qing: "...cough."
Knowing that Cheng Qing was also shy, Luo Xi angrily turned her head away and stopped arguing with her three brothers.
The brothers got even angrier: Damn it, you shut up just because she coughed? You might as well have kept being stern!
The brothers were heartbroken, feeling their authority had been challenged, and almost turned around and pushed Cheng Qing down.
Mr. Luo sat on the sofa, shaking the newspaper in his hand. Hearing such explosive news so early in the morning, his heart couldn't take it.
He couldn't help but turn to look at his smug daughter. He felt that his daughter had brought her girlfriend home for the New Year just to spite him.
But as a father, I still have to maintain my dignity, so I held back and didn't say anything.
But she was also angry! She glared at Cheng Qing and said, "She ran over there, why didn't you kick her out?"
Cheng Qing: "..." If she dares to kick him out, he won't live past tonight.
The lively morning began just like that. Luo's mother watched her five children come down the stairs with a gentle smile on her face.
Of the four children, she was most worried about Losie. Losie was too proud and unwilling to put in any effort for others. If that were the case, even if they got married, their married life would definitely be filled with arguments.
But now she has finally found a good home, and besides, her daughter likes this person so much.
Author's Note:
Chapter 152
Seeing the children getting along well, Luo's mother felt at ease and only hoped that Luo Xi and Cheng Qing could be happy.
The four siblings, who were always bickering, sat down at the table and kept arguing with each other.
Luo's mother ignored them and served food to Cheng Qing, who politely thanked her.
The father watched his brothers and sisters arguing on his left, while his wife and the woman who might become his son-in-law smiled gently on his right. What a disjointed scene!
Sigh!
After breakfast, the family moved to the garden. Today is Lunar New Year's Eve, and the housekeepers in the villa are all very busy.
Luo's father and Cheng Qing sat alone at the table on the balcony in the courtyard, watching Luo Xi chatting and laughing happily with the three Luo brothers not far away. Luo's father's eyes were full of kindness.
He turned to look at Cheng Qing and saw that Cheng Qing's expression as she looked at Luo Xi was also gentle and gratified, which made him feel somewhat satisfied.
Therefore, the tone of her voice softened considerably when she asked Cheng Qing, "Is there anything you want to do right now?"
Cheng Qing shook his head: "I haven't thought of anything yet."
Mr. Luo frowned and said, "As the head of the family, you always have to support the family."