Chapter 248: Are You All Waiting for Me to Speak?
Watching the little brats look so surprised and happy, Dragon Brother’s heart swelled with pride. He felt like the big boss of happiness.
He carefully handed the three presents into the room, then dramatically swung his arm: “Go ahead and try them out! This is your first step to stamping your signature style.”
The three little ones nodded eagerly and trotted into the room.
Hu Yu Ying, walking last, saw Qing Xue and Wan Ning step inside, then tiptoed over and planted a quick kiss on her Dragon Brother’s face.
Just as Dragon Brother was about to kiss back, Hu Yu Ying’s fresh little fingertip pressed against his lips: “Dragon Brother, Qing Xue and Wan Ning are inside. Tonight, give Dragon Brother a good kiss.”
She giggled mischievously and stormed into the room.
Dragon Brother wiped his mouth, watching the door close behind the tiny trio, and immediately fetched his lounge chair. He set it in the middle of the courtyard, quietly waiting.
The courtyard was huge—after ditching some unnecessary small buildings, it was practically a parking lot. Setting up a simple scene here? No problem at all.
There was also last time’s park, and the school’s smaller pathways—I mean, nature plays its part too. Autumn leaves falling like confetti, all beautiful and natural.
This was the first step for the little brats—and the most important one. Using themselves as models, switching up outfits, shooting photos, and uploading everything to their online store. Their youthful, radiant charm would be the best billboard.
Soon, the door swung open again, and voices floated out.
“You go first. You’re Dragon Brother’s girlfriend.”
“Nah, I’m shy. You go first, Wan Ning is still Dragon Brother’s little sister, after all.”
“Let’s stick with our tradition—rock-paper-scissors. Loser goes out first.”
Dragon Brother outside couldn’t help but chuckle, a mix of amusement and understanding. Little girls are little girls—they get nervous about dressing up and showing off. It’s normal.
Soon, the sound of scissors, paper, rock died down inside.
Dragon Brother sat upright, staring straight at the door. Who would come out first? Like opening a mystery box… Maybe a little exciting, huh?
Moments later, the first tiny figure emerged.
She wore a pristine white sweater and sky-blue pants. A playful black hat topped her head. She looked like the embodiment of first love—fresh, radiant, like spring sunshine, gathering all things good and beautiful.
“How—how do I look?” Li Qing Xue felt Dragon Brother’s gaze lock on her. Suddenly nervous, she lowered her eyes and asked shyly.
“Good-looking.”
Hearing that, her beautiful eyes curved into a lovely crescent moon. Her youthful smile was so infectious, it was like sunlight on a spring day, warming everyone. Dragon Brother captured the moment with his camera.
As Li Qing Xue’s turn ended, a corner of the window slowly lowered the curtain.
Little second emerged next.
She wore a delicate, flowing dress that seemed to dance with her steps, like flower petals fluttering in the breeze. A perfect show of her unique fashion taste—elegant and detached from the dust.
But the faint beauty mark near her eye added a mysterious, cool vibe—like dawn’s first dew—pure yet chilly, flawless.
Her eyes, filled with her brother’s smiling gaze, sparkled with mischief. Her laughter was light as a feather, charming yet aloof, slipping into hearts unexpectedly.
In front of her—another black waist-length dress Dragon Brother picked out for Hu Yu Ying.
Today, she looked innocent with a hint of little seduction. He’d always thought Hu Yu Ying deserved a little black dress—black hides what needs to be hidden and accentuates the essence of a person perfectly.
For a fleeting moment, it was as if he saw that strong girl who never bowed to fate, wrapped in a story walking down the corridor of time, coming right beside him…
After this first attempt, everything seemed to fall into place naturally.
Every photo taken was a treasured memory of a lifetime.
Night quietly descended, silent as a whisper.
Dragon Brother pulled out the big pot he hadn’t used in a long time.
The three little brats went shopping for ingredients, preparing tonight’s dinner.
Dressed up beautifully, they walked the street, heads turning left and right—everyone staring, secretly impressed.
The girl talk was nonstop—beauty is universal. Anyone who says they don’t care about looking good is probably lying.
“Dragon Brother’s idea, isn’t it? We can just upload the links and start our online store journey?” Li Qing Xue whispered.
At first, she thought business was just a fun game—wasn’t too clear about the whole thing.
“Yeah,” Hu Yu Ying nodded with a small smile, recalling how stunning Dragon Brother looked earlier: “We’ll discuss it at home.”
“Our school’s preparing for an evening party. If I rank well, I can help promote us,” Wan Ning added excitedly.
“Dragon Brother has arranged everything for us,” Li Qing Xue softly murmured.
“Why don’t we learn to cook too? Take turns making yummy meals for Brother?” Wan Ning suggested.
That made Li Qing Xue’s eyes light up: “Yes! Dragon Brother has done so much for us—we must take good care of him.”
Cough!
The two little sisters immediately looked at Hu Yu Ying.
Hu Yu Ying lips twitched into a gentle smile: “Are you all waiting for me to give the go-ahead?”
They nodded obediently.
She pretended to think for a moment, then said, “Alright, then!”
Hearing her agree, Li Qing Xue and Wan Ning giggled happily.
Hu Yu Ying took the middle, Li Qing Xue on her right, Wan Ning on her left, holding her hands.
“Buy some chicken drumsticks and more noodles.”
There’s no doubt—when it comes to cooking and knowing what Dragon Brother likes, nobody beats her.
Dragon Brother loved noodles. When they were in Bay City, he once said, ‘If I don’t eat noodles in a day, I feel like I haven’t eaten enough.’
Both Li Qing Xue and Wan Ning secretly remembered that.
Back at the courtyard, after they returned:
Li Qing Xue and Wan Ning shadowed Hu Yu Ying closely, eager to learn her cooking moves—stir-frying, seasoning, all of it.
Dragon Brother lounges on his chair, teasing, “Why are you two acting like little tail-followers?”
“Brother!” Wan Ning stomped her foot, refusing to admit she’s just a shadow.
“Dragon Brother, aren’t you hungry yet?” Li Qing Xue rolled her eyes at him.
They care when it’s necessary—no doubt. But when there’s no urgent need, teasing is just what siblings do. Otherwise, who could handle this arrogant fellow?
Hu Yu Ying was the most obedient and gentle of all.
Wan Ning, being the younger sister, still had that sibling dominance vibe—no one could beat the brother-sister aura here.
Thinking about all this, Li Qing Xue suddenly felt her own journey was still long and arduous…
