CHAPTER 73: CHAPTER 73: CONSENSUS

"I’m not crazy!"

Yuan Zhaodi responded irritably to Yuan Yindi’s words. "Only a fool would hide the jar too; that thing’s not worth anything!"

"Exactly!"

"Fourth Brother, you know it’s worthless, yet the neighboring manor still hid the jar."

"And they hid it really well!"

"Even with my sharp eyes, I couldn’t figure out where exactly they hid it. You tell me, isn’t that impressive?"

Yuan Yindi looked at her two brothers with a hint of challenge.

Yuan Pandi and Yuan Zhaodi exchanged a glance, both seeing surprise in each other’s eyes.

Among the five brothers, the youngest, Yuan Yindi, was the smartest. Normally, no matter what their mother hid, he would always find it. Now, the situation at the neighboring manor had astonished him to such an extent that it shocked both of them even more.

"Fifth Brother, no matter what’s going on at the neighboring manor, this ends here."

Despite their shock, considering the background of the neighboring manor, Yuan Pandi solemnly warned her younger brother.

Yuan Yindi nodded and said, "Don’t worry, Big Brother, I know where to draw the line."

"And make sure you guys keep an eye on your kids, and don’t let them interact too much with Miss Sheng."

Yuan Yindi couldn’t see through the situation at the Sheng Family Manor, but instinct told him to keep his distance.

As an adult, he had self-control.

But the kids at home weren’t as sensible as he was.

"Fifth Brother, you’re right!"

Yuan Pandi nodded, recalling his eldest son’s attitude towards Miss Sheng, feeling a bit overwhelmed.

Yuan Shougui, currently in his years of adolescent infatuation, was smitten by Sheng Xueyi, who was both beautiful and articulate, making his heart flutter like grass growing wildly.

"Fifth Brother, you’re a few years older than Shougui, and he likes to play with you."

"Big Brother has a favor to ask of you!"

Yuan Yindi, not waiting for Yuan Pandi to finish, laughed and said, "Big Brother, I can’t guarantee anything, but I’ll do my best!"

He had experienced that age himself and somewhat understood Shougui’s feelings.

However, unlike Shougui, who had yet to face the harsh realities of society, Yuan Yindi had been through it.

A mismatch in social status — these young ladies from wealthy families are only to be admired from afar, not taken lightly.

"Fifth Brother, I’m counting on you for this!"

Even though Yuan Pandi believed in the saying "spare the rod, spoil the child," at Shougui’s age, being on the brink of discussing marriage, he was mindful of saving face and could no longer resort to harsh discipline.

He had tried reasoning for a long time back in the house, but to no avail, leaving Yuan Pandi feeling heavy-hearted.

He was really worried his eldest son would fall into it!

"Alright then, I’ll talk to my nephew tomorrow!"

Yuan Yindi chuckled, "Big Brother, Fourth Brother, do you guys have anything else?"

"If not, shouldn’t you head back inside?"

"I’m really sleepy!"

"If you’re sleepy, just say so instead of beating around the bush. I think you just need a spanking!"

Yuan Zhaodi gave his younger brother a punch but obediently left.

...

The next morning, Yuan Bao woke up to the sound of cheers echoing in the courtyard.

She listened carefully and realized it had snowed overnight.

Snow again!

Yuan Bao, however, didn’t feel like getting up to build a snowman; she only wanted to stay in her warm bed.

Unfortunately, that clearly wasn’t an option.

She finally had to surrender to the delicious breakfast waiting, climbing out of the covers.