Dream of the Red Chamber: I can see the hidden labels of the beauties.

When Jia Xichun asked why he cared about Lin Daiyu, Jia Can's expression became somewhat unnatural. He couldn't very well say that it was because he had seen Lin Daiyu's hidden traits and was trying to gain her favor in order to increase his chances of success in reforming the salt administration.

After hesitating for a while, he replied:

"As for the reason, Lin Daiyu left her hometown and lived alone under someone else's roof. I understand her suffering very well. Since you mentioned it, Fourth Sister, I will help if I can. As the saying goes, helping others is to help yourself."

However, this answer clearly did not satisfy Jia Xichun, who shook her head and said:

"Second Brother Can, I know this is not the real reason. It's just the two of us, and I won't tell anyone else. Why should you hide it from me?"

Jia Can felt as if she were reading his mind, as if Jia Can was being stared at so intently. He subconsciously picked up the teacup on the table, took a sip, coughed lightly, and then spoke:

"Since Fourth Sister says so, then I won't hide it anymore. Actually, it's because Sister Lin is of great help to me, and I want to gain her approval so that she can help me."

Jia Xichun was taken aback, stared at him for a moment, and then shook her head:

"I still don't believe it. Is this why you, Second Brother Can, are so concerned about Sister Lin?"

Jia Can's eyes flickered slightly, and he hesitated before asking:

"Besides that... there's no other reason. Why don't you believe me, Fourth Sister?"

A glint of light flashed in Jia Xichun's eyes, and a slight smile played on her lips as she asked directly:

"Could it be... that you're only so concerned about Sister Lin because you like her, or perhaps you have feelings for her?"

Upon hearing this, Jia Can was instantly embarrassed. He coughed heavily, his handsome face flushed, and he quickly waved his hands in denial.

"Fourth sister, you are an unmarried young lady, how could you... how could you say such things? We are only talking privately here. If outsiders find out, who knows what they will say about you. You must not say such nonsense again."

Jia Xichun took in his reaction, smiled slightly, and thought to herself that she was right after all; this was Jia Can's true purpose.

Jia Xichun thought highly of this, believing that only Jia Can was worthy of such a fine young lady as Lin Daiyu, or rather, that the two were a perfect match, a match made in heaven.

Seeing that she had misunderstood, Jia Can wanted to explain a few more words, but he also understood that the more he explained, the worse it would get, so he stopped talking and just picked up his tea and continued drinking.

The image of Lin Daiyu involuntarily appeared in his mind, and he felt a surge of emotion for a moment, but he quickly suppressed it and regained his usual calm and composure.

His experience of living two lives taught him that only when he is strong enough can he have the right and confidence to pursue beautiful things; otherwise, it is just wishful thinking.

After laughing for a while, Jia Xichun stopped and continued:

"I will keep your words to heart, Second Brother Can, and I will never say such things in front of outsiders."

"Also, Sister Lin seems to feel somewhat ashamed of your help, Second Brother Can, and doesn't know how to repay you."

Upon hearing this, Jia Can's heart stirred, and he waved his hand, saying:

"Tell her not to worry about these things; consider it a gift from me when I asked her to cooperate with me."

Jia Xichun took it as an excuse and secretly praised him for his thoughtfulness and meticulousness. She thought that Lin Daiyu would be more accepting of such a statement, but this gift seemed a bit too generous.

Thinking of this, he smiled and said:

"Okay, then I'll reply to Sister Lin like that."

Jia Can nodded slightly and chatted with her again, talking about some everyday trivia.

The two talked for a while before Jia Xichun took her leave, and Jia Can also went to rest.

The next day.

Jia Xichun returned to the Rongguo Mansion as before, and went straight to find Lin Daiyu. She thought she would tell Lin Daiyu about Jia Can's plan, and Lin Daiyu would surely be happy.

When they arrived at Lin Daiyu's room, they found it full of people. Li Wan and Wang Xifeng were there, along with several maids, and Jia Baoyu was also waiting outside.

They all seemed to be there to persuade Lin Daiyu to stop being angry and to reconcile with Jia Baoyu.

Li Wan and Wang Xifeng usually cared for Lin Daiyu, and Lin Daiyu couldn't refuse them. However, she was quite upset because she was unwilling to comply.

Upon seeing this, Jia Xichun was secretly amazed by Jia Can's foresight. He had indeed accurately predicted what might happen next, and she had even more confidence in Jia Can's approach.

After entering, Jia Xichun first bowed to Li Wan and Wang Xifeng, and then said:

"Sister-in-law, Second Sister-in-law, Sister Lin is still ill. Let's talk for a while and then stop. It's more important for her to rest."

Hearing Jia Xichun say this, Li Wan nodded slightly. She didn't want to get involved in these trivial matters in the inner courtyard, but since Grandmother Jia had given the order, she had no choice but to come.

Wang Xifeng, however, was somewhat displeased, feeling that Jia Xichun had disrespected her. She did not respond and instead continued talking to Lin Daiyu, pretending not to hear.

Seeing this, Jia Xichun slightly pursed her lips and asked outside:

"Zijuan, is the doctor arriving soon?"

Upon hearing this, Zijuan outside quickly replied, "Yes, Miss, the doctor is coming soon."

Upon hearing this, Wang Xifeng's lips twitched. She could only offer one more word of comfort to Lin Daiyu before getting up and walking outside.

Before leaving, he took a deep look at Jia Xichun and felt that Jia Xichun was different from usual, but he didn't think much of it and just assumed that she was concerned about Lin Daiyu.

Wang Xifeng and Li Wan left together, followed by their maids, who filed out one after another, and the room instantly became empty again.

This also relieved Lin Daiyu's pressure. With so many people standing in the room, taking turns to persuade her, even the most resilient person would feel psychological pressure.

She looked at Jia Xichun gratefully: "Fourth Sister, you're back."

As he spoke, he gazed at Jia Xichun, his eyes filled with expectant light.

Jia Xichun peeked outside and saw that Li Wan and Wang Xifeng had already gone far away, leaving only Jia Baoyu standing outside blankly. She sat down on the stool by the bed and lowered her voice to say to Lin Daiyu:

"Sister Lin, don't worry. Last night I talked to Brother Can about your situation, and he really has a solution... Brother Bao will leave soon and won't bother you anymore. When the doctor comes, just say you have a headache and pretend your condition has worsened."

Upon hearing this, Lin Daiyu felt as if she had instantly found her pillar of support, her eyes shining brightly. Although she didn't know what method Jia Can would use to drive Jia Baoyu away, she believed that Jia Can would definitely keep his word.

As for having her feign a headache to worsen her condition, she only needed a moment's thought to understand the ingenuity of it.

Headaches have always been very difficult to diagnose, let alone treat. Even in later generations with advanced medicine, it is still difficult to identify the root cause of a patient's headache.

He immediately smiled and nodded emphatically:

"Okay, I understand."

Jia Xichun smiled and said, "As for the rest, Sister Lin, you don't need to worry anymore. Just focus on recovering."

Lin Daiyu, however, became interested and eagerly inquired:

"Hey, fourth sister, tell me, what... exactly did he say?"

Seeing that Lin Daiyu enjoyed listening, Jia Xichun didn't hide anything. She leaned closer, lowered her voice, and recounted some of her conversation with Jia Can from the previous night to Lin Daiyu.

Lin Daiyu's eyes lit up as she listened, filled with surprise and admiration. She felt that Jia Can was truly insightful and resourceful, and her heart fluttered even more.