CHAPTER 483: CHAPTER 483: FICKLE MAN

Zhao Guangran was really about to go crazy. He knew his old man was a capricious person, but he didn’t expect him to change his mind like this.

It hadn’t even been that long, and he already changed his mind. "Bro, if Dad wants to change his mind, just let him change it. Couldn’t he have decided earlier?"

Zhao Guangran was genuinely annoyed. Being stuck in the middle was truly a challenging position for him.

Zhao Xuran listened to his brother’s complaints with helplessness. What could he say, that Zhao Guangran’s grumbling was unjustified?

After all, their old man had changed his mind so abruptly, how could that not infuriate Zhao Guangran?

But the reason why their old man changed his mind must have been from what Uncle Gong said about why Ni Zi didn’t want to show her face in Beijing.

If you were to seriously dig into this matter, it really couldn’t be disconnected from Gong Ruini.

"Bro, how should I tell Ni Zi about this? Maybe I just shouldn’t tell her," Zhao Guangran thought for a long time and felt that he had already sacrificed a lot to persuade Gong Ruini before. Now with this sudden change, who knows what devious plans Ni Zi might come up with.

Not telling her? That’s one way to go. "If you think it’s okay, then it’s fine." Zhao Xuran indicated that he wouldn’t get involved, lest he end up being the bad guy in every possible way.

Of course, I think it’s okay. Isn’t this setting up a trap for that girl Gong Ruini? Zhao Guangran was just about to cheerfully decide on this matter.

But then, recalling Gong Ruini’s combat prowess, Zhao Guangran trembled. "I’m worried that if I don’t tell Ni Zi about this, I’ll meet a miserable end."

Sigh, although he can’t beat Gong Ruini, she has too many resources at her disposal—her background and backing are far beyond his. At least, the person standing by is Ni Zi’s backing.

Not stupid, Zhao Xuran chuckled, "Your decision."

Still the same line, it sounded like non-interference, but Zhao Guangran was sure that if Gong Ruini got angry, this big brother of his would definitely be the ruthless one. As for their twins, they were just relay tools, cheering from the sidelines, shouting to thoroughly teach their second brother a lesson.

Contributing a pit for one’s own siblings or giving Gong Ruini a harsh lesson? This wasn’t even something to consider to know what to choose.

"I know what to do." Zhao Guangran was constantly venting in his mind, wondering where the sister he thought he had was, where the obedient girl was—she was nothing short of a big devil.

Right now, Zhao Guangran was praying fervently that Cai Meina’s baby was a girl, "Bless Aunt Cai with a baby girl."

"Bless this child to be smarter than Ni Zi."

"Prettier than Ni Zi."

"Mm, and have a good relationship with me." This must be said; otherwise, if this sister got along well with Gong Ruini, what would happen then? Zhao Guangran dreaded the thought of six people ganging up on him later on.

Gong Ruini happened to pass by and heard Zhao Guangran endlessly chanting about wanting a sister. She really didn’t understand why Zhao Guangran would think like that. "Weren’t you hoping my mom would have a little brother before?"

Ever since Cai Meina got pregnant, Zhao Guangran had been more excited than Gong Ruwen and his siblings, constantly praying for a son from Cai Meina. But how come he changed his mind so quickly?

"I used to think having a little brother would mean someone on my side." Zhao Guangran was praying earnestly when the question suddenly came up, and he blurted out his previous thoughts.

On his side? Gong Ruini really wanted to tell him that this kid should probably go back to dreaming—maybe in his dreams, his wish might come true, but otherwise, forget it.

"Then why do you want a sister now?" Although Gong Ruini disdained his change of heart, she was also curious about what had caused Zhao Guangran to change his mind, thinking something must have happened.

"Hmph, having a smart and cute sister can take away the love my parents shower on Ni Zi," said Zhao Guangran, thinking this would surely strike Gong Ruini hard.

Uh, the idea isn’t bad. Gong Ruini admitted Zhao Guangran was finally using his brain a little, but some things just won’t work even if he has ideas.

"The idea’s good, but being Ban Xia’s blood brother hasn’t made them treat you any better, has it?" Gong Ruini pointed out that Zhao Guangran really needed to wake up from his daydream.

It’s good to have ideas, but you also have to consider your capabilities.

"Ah, why are you here?" Hearing something unpleasant made Zhao Guangran furious, but before he could explode, he realized Gong Ruini was actually beside him, startling him.

Then came endless regret, wanting to harshly berate himself. He knew Gong Ruini was a petty person; how could he have been so stupid?

Now, things are bad. She’s found out about his schemes, and Zhao Guangran really wanted to cry. Later, when Aunt Cai has a sister, even then, he probably won’t have much contact with her.

If there’s not much contact, what difference does having a sister make? It’s still none of his business.

Watching Zhao Guangran’s changing expressions, Gong Ruini felt pleased. This was how it should be. Otherwise, letting this kid daydream was really not a good thing.

Now, Gong Ruini wanted to know why Zhao Guangran suddenly had this idea. "Bro, what made you change your mind all of a sudden?"

Zhao Guangran was now completely resigned. Since Gong Ruini already knew the worst of it, he didn’t care about the rest.

Plus, his big brother knew about it too. If he didn’t say it, wouldn’t his big brother?

"Well, I think we should stay low-key." As a man, how could Zhao Guangran go back on his word? This made him feel quite helpless.

But no matter how helpless, there’s nothing he can do. It’s his dad’s request, and as a kid with no rights, Zhao Guangran could only follow his dad’s wishes.

No way. Gong Ruini was dumbfounded. High-key one moment, low-key the next—they rival a woman’s speed in changing faces. No, given Zhao Guangran’s personality, he’d definitely be high-key if he could; why the sudden change?

It couldn’t be Zhao Xuran’s idea. His big brother was just watching; as long as nobody bullied Zhao Guangran, he definitely wouldn’t get involved.

Zhan Jing was busy taking care of everyone’s health, and working hard at her medical books. Anyway, Zhao Xuran was watching over the kids, so nothing would happen.

So, this must be Zhao Gang’s suggestion. My gosh, that man is another capricious type.

Glancing at the variously perplexed Zhao Guangran, Gong Ruini sighed. Although Gong Tao let them do as they wish, just having Zhao Xuran watch over them, it was a bit irresponsible. Still, it was better than Zhao Gang continuously changing his mind.

"Ni Zi, do you think we should be more low-key?" Though dissatisfied with the pitiful look Gong Ruini gave him, Zhao Guangran wasn’t stupid. If he didn’t seize the opportunity to get Gong Ruini’s approval, when would he?

Hmm, hmm. Last time, letting this kid off so easily didn’t come to any good, so this time, there’s no way to back down so easily. Otherwise, if this scenario keeps playing out, Gong Ruini said she couldn’t live a peaceful life.

Gong Ruini just snorted a few times, but in the ears of already uneasy Zhao Guangran, it was an alarming signal.

See, see, just knew that Ni Zi isn’t easy to deal with. Look, she’s angry now.

Sigh, I really don’t know why our old man would suddenly come up with such an idea. If so, he shouldn’t have gone back and forth with these plays in the first place. Isn’t he setting his son up?

Zhao Guangran felt so wronged, really wanting to find someone to complain to, but after thinking about it, couldn’t find anyone to vent to.

Forget it, if no one can be found, vent to Ni Zi. Although she’s always setting traps for him, at least she’s tight-lipped.