Chapter 133

Chapter 133 The Eldest Miss’ UnderwearEarly the next morning, before Luo Min's official sedan arrived, Dong Qingshan and Luo Yuan, the two young men, were already waiting. Lin Wanrong received them warmly in the Xiao family's guest room. Lin Wanrong's status in the Xiao family had risen like the sun at midday, and he had a faint sense of being the master of the house, which was quite comfortable.

"Big brother——" Dong Qingshan's face was excited as he held onto Lin Wanrong's hand tightly, "Last night, we took action."

Lin Wanrong glanced at Luo Yuan. The young man's eyes were filled with fear and excitement. His ordinarily pale face was now flushed red. Laughing, Lin Wanrong said, "Little Luo, what's this about? Did you sneak some of your sister's rouge?"

Luo Yuan, embarrassed, chuckled, "Big brother, I don't know what happened, maybe I was too excited last night. When I woke up this morning, I looked like this."

Lin Wanrong understood his feelings. Little Luo, who had been studying the classics, used to be somewhat restrained by etiquette. However, what they had done the night before had completely contradicted the teachings of the sages. It must have been a thrilling, yet fearful experience.

Both Qingshan and Luo Yuan were surprised to see Lin Wanrong merely smiling, showing none of the shock they had expected. Qingshan said, "Big brother, do you already know about this?"

Lin Wanrong chuckled, "You little devil, you should be more discreet in your affairs. Your sister was frightened when she saw you handling both knives and sticks."

With embarrassment, Qingshan scratched his head, "I was too excited and forgot to cover it up. By the way, big brother, I heard that my sister spent the night in the mansion with the Eldest Miss Xiao. I wonder if they've woken up yet?"

Lin Wanrong nodded, "They should be up by now. Qingshan, you did a good job yesterday, I saw it all. Little Luo, I didn't realize you could be so ruthless." S~ᴇaʀᴄh the N0ᴠᴇFɪre.nᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of nøvels early and in the highest quality.

Luo Yuan gave a few awkward chuckles, "Big brother, I was a bit scared at first, but then Qingshan and Beidou pushed me to the front. After seeing the blood, I wasn't as frightened, and even found it interesting. Big brother, let me tell you, last night I personally——" He glanced around with a mysterious expression, then made a slicing motion across his neck.

Lin Wanrong sighed deeply. This Little Luo, he really did have a devilish streak in him. As for Qingshan, having fought so many battles, he seemed to take such things in stride.

Dong Qingshan grinned, "I've been itching to deal with those rascals for a while. The day before yesterday, I heard that they were planning to send over a hundred men to the south of the city. Luo Yuan suggested we hit them first. Last night, we ambushed them in Guaima Alley, catching them completely off guard. Oh, the fight was truly thrilling."

Lin Wanrong said, "Little Luo, this time we've officially gone to war with the Black Dragon Society and revealed the strength of Hung Hing. What do you plan to do?"

Luo Yuan nodded and said, "Big brother, I've made some inquiries. Many of those we eliminated last night were key members of the Black Dragon Society. They've been severely hit this time, and a counterstrike won't be easy. Although our strength isn't on par with theirs yet, the gap has narrowed. Yesterday's battle significantly boosted our reputation, and our influence is set to expand. Furthermore, there's some news that is very advantageous to us."

"What news?" Lin Wanrong asked.

Luo Yuan said excitedly, "This morning, the Prefect of Jinling issued an order. Given the recent surge in banditry in Jinling, to eradicate the thieves, the defense soldiers are to increase patrols in secluded areas every evening. In key areas, curfews will be imposed."

Lin Wanrong gave a knowing hum. The order, though seemingly aimed at the thieves, was a veiled aid to Hung Hing. It would allow them to swiftly expand their power during this period of their surging reputation, eventually matching the Black Dragon Society. This order from the Prefect of Jinling, the father of the number one scholar Hou Yuebai, certainly had Luo Min's hands involved.

Seeing Luo Yuan's eager expression, Lin Wanrong thought to himself, ‘You young lad, you revel in your battles, unaware that your father has been working tirelessly behind the scenes on your behalf.’

Remembering Luo Min's rotund figure, Lin Wanrong felt a mix of amusement and warmth. Despite adopting a laissez-faire attitude towards his children, the old man's care for them never wavered.

"With this, Wu Zhenghu and Cheng Ruinian won't attack openly, but we can't guard against their covert moves, Little Luo, you all must be careful." Lin Wanrong said gravely. An opportunity came with risk, a timeless truth.

Luo Yuan nodded, "Big brother, we've considered these issues. All of the southern part of the city is under our watch. As soon as they step into it, we'll know. Furthermore, our key focus is the restaurant, and our core brothers are all nearby. Without hiding anything from you, I've secretly enlisted a few close guards of my father. They'll be protecting the restaurant continuously. These guards are quite something, personally selected by the Emperor to protect my father when he left the capital, their martial arts skills are beyond question."

Lin Wanrong had witnessed the skills of Luo Min's personal guards firsthand the previous night. Even against the experts from the White Lotus Sect, they held their own. Unless they encountered a master like Qin Xian'er, there would be no problem. Hearing that these men were palace guards was no surprise. Meanwhile, Luo Yuan's words revealed a piece of information: Luo Min seemed to have the Emperor's deep trust. As for Luo Yuan's "secretly", Lin Wanrong couldn't help but be skeptical, surely this was a helper his father had deliberately arranged for him, and only he would still be in the dark about it. That being said, having such a father watching over him was truly a blessing.

With such a strong ally lending a hand, Lin Wanrong was happy enough to turn a blind eye. What gratified him even more was that Luo Yuan was becoming increasingly mature and thoughtful in his actions. Paired with Qingshan, they were indeed a reliable duo.

After bidding farewell to Luo Yuan, he happened upon Eldest Miss Xiao and Qiaoqiao strolling hand-in-hand in the courtyard, chatting as they went. The two young women shared a similar beauty, like twin lotus blossoms blooming side by side. However, while Eldest Miss Xiao wore a warm smile, Qiaoqiao appeared somewhat distracted, lost in her thoughts.

"Qiaoqiao—!" Lin Wanrong hurriedly approached them.

"Big brother—!" The sadness on Qiaoqiao's face vanished at once, replaced by surprise. "Were you waiting for me here?"

Lin Wanrong took her small hand in his, grinning unabashedly. "Of course."

Eldest Miss Xiao laughed, saying, "Qiaoqiao, you should visit more often. We should have more heart-to-heart talks."

Qiaoqiao nodded. "Eldest Miss Xiao, I will come in the future." Despite her forced smile, a hint of sadness lurked in her expression. Eldest Miss Xiao, on the other hand, appeared cheerful. Lin Wanrong noticed this, suspecting that Xiao Yuruo had been up to something regarding his Qiaoqiao.

A carriage sent by Luo Min arrived to fetch Lin Wanrong, accompanied by the same guard he'd met the day before—the one who had helped Luo Yuan in the fight. Concerned for Qiaoqiao's troubles, Lin Wanrong pulled her into the carriage, instructing the driver to take a detour through 'Food for Immortals'.

As Qiaoqiao sat in the carriage, she gazed at Lin Wanrong with endless affection, though a hint of sadness flickered in her eyes.

Lin Wanrong, however, didn't address her worries. Instead, he playfully patted her bottom and said, "Little girl, have you forgotten my words?"

Blushing with a mix of delight and embarrassment, Qiaoqiao shyly responded, "Big brother, you're so naughty. When did I ever ignore your words?"

"You still deny it," Lin Wanrong retorted. "Ever since you came out from Eldest Miss Xiao's room, you've seemed burdened. She must have spoken ill of me. Didn't I tell you to interpret her words in the opposite way? If she says I'm terrible, that means I'm actually wonderful."

Qiaoqiao giggled, "Big brother, if Eldest Miss Xiao says you're good and I interpret it the other way—"

"If even she, a wicked girl, says I'm good, then I'm genuinely good." Lin Wanrong said with a thick-skinned grin.

Qiaoqiao spoke solemnly, "Big brother, Eldest Miss Xiao only had good things to say about you. Eldest Miss Xiao is a good person. She told me a lot about you, like how you invented perfumed soaps and saved her life during a crisis. She's very grateful to you."

Knowing that Qiaoqiao wouldn't lie, Lin Wanrong was intrigued. Did Eldest Miss Xiao truly say all that? Just a minor joke on the way back yesterday had provoked her to kick and whip at him, so why would she speak so highly of him to Qiaoqiao? Could he have been unfairly suspecting her?

"Qiaoqiao, I've told you all this already, haven't I? Why would she need to repeat it?" Lin Wanrong asked.

"Not only those," said Qiaoqiao, her face blushing like a ripe apple. "The young lady also gave me some other things. She said—" Her cheeks burned even hotter, as if about to drip water. "She said, those too were invented by you."

Only then did Lin Wanrong notice a small bundle in Qiaoqiao's hand. It was light, possibly only a couple of ounces, and subtly hinted at a frilly edge peeking out.

Lin Wanrong was all too familiar with that item. It was his outstanding contribution to the women of Great Hua.

‘Could it be, the young lady had actually given Qiaoqiao a bra and underwear? Damn, why didn't I think to give her a few pairs earlier? What an oversight!’ He thought, pounding his chest and stomping his foot in regret. It seemed that the first person to see Qiaoqiao in her underwear would be Xiao Yuruo, much to his dismay. Such a mistake must never be made again, he vowed. From now on, he would gift Qingxuan and Yushuang a hundred sets each so they could play dress-up.

"Qiaoqiao, have you worn those things yet?" Lin Wanrong swallowed, a vision of Qiaoqiao in her underwear looking shy yet attractive forming before his eyes. He subconsciously pulled the girl closer to him.

Qiaoqiao, flushed with embarrassment, let out a soft whimper and buried her head in his chest. She replied softly, "No."

Lin Wanrong sighed with relief. At least his Qiaoqiao hadn't been taken advantage of by Xiao Yuruo. He chuckled and asked her quietly, "Why haven't you worn them?"

"Because, big brother, you didn't tell me to," Qiaoqiao replied shyly, her head still lowered.

Hearing this, Lin Wanrong felt a rush of primal desire. He thought, ‘Could there be any aphrodisiac stronger than this little girl's words?’ He pulled her even closer, his hands gently kneading her slender waist, and savored the exquisite sensation.

"Big brother—" Qiaoqiao's little face was burning, her breath growing hotter as Lin Wanrong's teasing hand slipped under her clothes, gently squeezing her tender breasts.

Qiaoqiao leaned heavily against Lin Wanrong, allowing him to have his way with her. Her body was heating up and soft whimpering sounds escaped from her lips. Lin Wanrong pressed her twin peaks together, his fingers gently caressing them, while his breath gently tickled her burning ear. "Darling, tomorrow, try wearing those clothes and show me, okay?"

Qiaoqiao, her body languid and achy, hardly had the strength to resist. She softly hummed her agreement, too shy to raise her head.

Lin Wanrong chuckled, mindful of the expert bodyguard of Luo Min outside. He couldn't overstep any further, so he held Qiaoqiao in his arms, his hands playfully squeezing and kneading her. However, he was thinking, next time he should have Luo Min send a blind, deaf, and mute coachman so as not to interfere with his "business". Such a frustrating situation, being able to look but not taste.

"Big brother, how did you come up with this invention? It's so embarrassing," Qiaoqiao said, biting her lip shyly.

"It was accidental, purely accidental." Lin Wanrong chuckled. "When I invented this, I was considering the needs of women. It was intended to enhance feminine beauty, promote development, and prevent sagging—"

Qiaoqiao quickly interjected with a light spit, "Big brother, please, no more—"

Lin Wanrong burst into hearty laughter. "Alright, alright, I won't say anymore. I'll speak when my Qiaoqiao puts them on."

There was simply no reasoning with this big brother of hers. Qiaoqiao flushed, then whispered, "I haven't worn them, but I've seen the Eldest Miss wearing them—"

"What, what, Qiaoqiao, what did you say—" Lin Wanrong could hardly believe his ears. Had he heard correctly? The Eldest Miss was wearing the underwear he'd invented? Damn, this piece of news was explosively interesting, certainly ranking as the top scoop of the year in the Xiao family. Qiaoqiao was proving to be quite the effective undercover agent.

Thinking of the Eldest Miss' tall figure and slender legs, now dressed in that bra and underwear, he couldn't help but feel tantalized. No wonder the Eldest Miss' figure was improving so much—it was all thanks to his efforts.

Qiaoqiao nodded shyly. "The Eldest Miss said she has been wearing them for a while now, and indeed, the effect is remarkable. Even I am envious of her figure." Lin Wanrong was somewhat dumbfounded. So, it seemed that the Eldest Miss was indeed benefiting from the underwear he'd designed. It looked like his reputation as the "Friend of Women" was thoroughly warranted.

"Big brother, will you discard me?" Qiaoqiao suddenly asked, nestling in Lin Wanrong's arms.

"Why would I do that?" Lin Wanrong asked, puzzled. "You are my little darling. Of course, I will take good care of you."

"But, Eldest Miss said you already have a wife, and that her name is Qingxuan." Qiaoqiao finally couldn't hold back her tears, which started to pour down her face.

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