### Chapter 281: Sorrowful Brother Jie
This jumpsuit is so thin; Xia Yu really doesn’t want to wear it. But thinking that the people outside might get upset if they wait too long, Xia Yu reluctantly swallows her embarrassment and puts it on.
Then… she timidly steps out of the changing room.
Xia Yu guessed right; the girls waiting outside haven’t started training yet. They’re anxiously awaiting Xia Yu’s new look.
As soon as Xia Yu appears, she’s greeted with many pairs of eyes burning with intense curiosity.
Especially Xia Ling and Jiang Hanhang—these silly little girls keep staring at some specific part of Xia Yu. They just can’t help it, because they know well how Xia Yu looks from behind. Curiosity gets the better of them.
Finally, Aunt Mei steps in to save the day: “Alright, let’s get started. Now that you’ve changed into the body suit, let’s begin training.”
Next, Aunt Mei looks at Xia Yu and Xia Ling: “So, you two are Xia Yu and Xia Ling, correct? You have no experience. We’ll start from the very basics.”
Hearing this, Xia Yu and Xia Ling look utterly clueless. Basics? What basics? They have no idea.
Jiang Hanhang over there is secretly thrilled. She’s eagerly anticipating seeing Xia Ling in pain, screaming like crazy.
Sure enough, Aunt Mei promptly announces their next lesson: “The first lesson is about flexibility. We’ll start simple by stretching your legs.”
Aunt Mei walks up to Xia Yu and says, “Sit down, open your legs, and let’s demonstrate.”
Suddenly, Xia Yu senses something bad is about to happen. Nonetheless, she obediently sits down cross-legged on the wooden floor. Aunt Mei then moves behind her to widen Xia Yu’s legs further, preparing to push.
At this moment, Jiang Kekai cannot resist speaking up: “Wait, Aunt Mei! Let me do it.”
Hearing this, Aunt Mei happily steps aside, leaving space for Jiang Kekai: “Sure, Jiang Kekai. It’s Xia Yu’s first time, so we shouldn’t expect too much.”
Jiang Kekai, smiling, moves behind Xia Yu and tells Xia Yu, “Xiao Yu, now stretch forward and lie down.” Xia Yu complies obediently.
Predictably, Xia Yu, who hasn’t been trained, struggles halfway, her legs aching badly. She wants to give up.
Just then, Jiang Kekai suddenly wraps her arms around Xia Yu from behind, pressing her chest against Xia Yu and forcing her down.
Snap!
This sound seems loud and clear.
Jiang Kekai, Aunt Mei, and Jiang Hanhang, who have done this before, aren’t surprised. It’s pretty normal after all.
However, Xia Yu is clearly suffering. The pain causes her to well up with tears, piteous to behold. Jiang Kekai releases her, quickly grabbing a tissue to wipe away the tears and comfort her: “Don’t worry, just hold on a bit more.”
“After Aunt Mei’s training, when you go back home, Xiao Yu, you’ll be more elegant and better-looking.”
“But I don’t want to look more elegant! I don’t want to look better! Little Ning Sister, this training hurts so much, I don’t want to do it anymore!”
Xia Yu, pitifully, looks at Jiang Kekai. The previous pain made her want to retreat. She doesn’t want to go through that again.
Unexpectedly, Jiang Kekai shakes her head and affectionately tousles Xia Yu’s hair: “No way! You used to be so lazy and not exercise much at all. This isn’t good for your health. These classes will help you grow faster and are beneficial for your body.”
With that, Jiang Kekai rises and leaves. She fears she might cave and give into those puppy dog eyes of Xia Yu.
Xia Yu wants to get up and chase Jiang Kekai, but her legs hurt so much she feels crippled. She can only watch helplessly as her sister disappears.
Seeing Xia Yu in such distress, Xia Ling wants to offer comfort but ends up being pulled by Aunt Mei, who commands to, “Sit down and spread your legs.”
Xia Ling: “…”
“Ah!”
Xia Ling lets out a sharp scream as Aunt Mei loosens her bones. Now, Xia Ling understands why Xia Yu was crying—it really hurts. At this moment, Xia Ling regrets coming here to endure this torture. Wouldn’t it be better to stay home and sleep or watch TV?
Alas, there’s no going back in time.
Next, Aunt Mei turns her gaze toward Jiang Hanhang, who remains standing.
Jiang Hanhang instantly understands, smirking, as she sits down effortlessly and strikes a perfect split…
“Why is it so easy? Little Ling and Xiao Yu, are you feeling any pain?” Jiang Hanhang grins. She derives joy from the pain of others. Though eager to join in the torment, Xia Ling is too sore to do anything but note mentally. She plans on settling the score with Jiang Hanhang later.
As for Xia Yu, she’s too preoccupied with trying to escape. The pain is unbearable.
Aunt Mei is quite pleased watching Xia Yu and Xia Ling suffer: “Pain and hardship make a person stronger. You’ll understand why Miss Jiang does this someday. Plus, we don’t even charge tuition. Truly unaware of their fortune.”
Xia Ling: “…”
Xia Yu: “…”
Back in the capital city, Dr. Y tosses and turns all night, fearing someone will assassinate him while he sleeps. It’s ironic, considering the effective operation performed by the Jiang family—they didn’t realize their full potential until now.
Even Dr. Y’s family sees the challenge as substantial. The Jiangs have firmly supported Xia Yu, with Little Ning Jiang never leaving her side. Kidnapping Miss Jiang would be equally daunting.
Thus, they decide to bide their time. The Jiangs’ stance is clear; no need to provoke such a formidable entity—yet.
Among those most frustrated is Lin Jie’s family—counting themselves among the city’s trio.
They hoped to weaken the Jiangs, not the other way around. Losing momentum to a mere conflict also angered the Demon Dragon Gang, who killed one of their key leaders. Even Lin Jie joins in the gloominess, finding nothing pleasurable in his daily routine anymore.
“What’s wrong, Brother Jie? You’ve been dispirited ever since class began. Want to play a few games of the game later?” Xia Le invites.
Looking at Jiang Kekai’s empty seat, Lin Jie sighs, “I’m not in the mood. If you want to play, go ahead.”
For Lin Jie, Xia Le is a close ally. He’s not mixing personal animosities between families.
Xia Le is also Lin Jie’s problem—every task Lin Jie assigned him ended in failure. Yet, understanding Xia Le remains valuable, making direct confrontation unwise. Lin Jie cherishes their bond too much.
Xia Le wonders what changed until Guo Yonggang reminds him, “Let him rest. He’ll be fine in a few days.”
“Come on, we’re supposed to be brothers. Just talk it out.”
Xia Le’s straightforwardness often displeases Lin Jie, evoking memories of Xia Yu’s presence.
After some deliberation, Jiang Zhengyao decides to share some information: “Actually, it’s all due to your brother, Xia Yu.”
“My brother? Isn’t it Rong Family and Jiang Family who are at odds?” Xia Le is confused.
“Your brother is precisely why the Rongs clashed with the Jiangs. Although previous conflicts were minor, your brother’s arrival transformed everything last night.”
Lin Jie’s unprotesting silence encourages Jiang Zhengyao to continue: “Last night, several locations within Lin property were robbed by the Jiangs. Significant financial losses.”
“So, what is it you boys want to talk about regarding my brother? Speak directly. Maybe I could help persuade Xia Yu.”
Lin Jie sighs deeply, “It’s just an experiment Xia Yu needs to assist with, but with Jiang Kekai’s opposition, tensions between our families have escalated.”
“What kind of experiment? Is it dangerous?”
“We don’t know. But it isn’t, really. My father mentioned it, but Xia Yu refuses to cooperate, even with a hefty sum offered as incentive.”
