Sister, can I become a maid too?

Chapter 102 Don't Spit It Out

"Lin...Tingwan?"

The girl on the sofa didn't react at all.

Seeing this, Jiang Yubai immediately changed his tune:

"Hey Lin Jianxia, ​​aren't you in bad shape with your legs? What are you doing here?"

As he spoke, he sat down next to the girl:

"Why aren't you comforting your sister? What are you doing here? Is Lin Tingwan asleep?"

He rambled on and on, but received no reply, so he turned his head in surprise.

Lin Jianxia, ​​standing beside him, turned her head and stared at him silently with her eyes.

stare--

Jiang Yubai suddenly froze, as if he had thought of something, and tentatively said:

"...Wanwan?"

The girl in front of him finally reacted.

Her lips pursed slightly, and the next second, she leaned in like a bird returning to its nest.

Soft strands of hair brushed against his chin, and his familiar warm breath wafted through his clothes.

—That familiar hug...it really is Lin Tingwan...

Jiang Yubai hesitated for a few seconds before speaking:

"Wanwan...where's your sister?"

Lin Tingwan didn't answer, but tightened her arms around his back and snuggled closer to him.

After glancing around, Jiang Yubai was completely certain that Lin Tingwan probably hadn't come to find him alone.

This is the first time, isn't it...?

Looking at the girl in her pajamas, curled up in his arms like a cat, Jiang Yubai felt no romantic thoughts whatsoever.

After hesitating for a moment, he finally reached out and gently patted her back.

This hug was much longer than usual.

The wind and rain were still howling outside the window, but the living room was filled with warm, cozy light.

The old TV series "Rainbow Cat and Blue Rabbit: The Seven Swordsmen" was still playing, showing the scene where the four swordsmen combined their skills and beat the villains to a pulp.

On screen, swords flash and righteousness abounds, but Jiang Yubai simply holds the girl in his arms quietly, and can even feel her heartbeat gradually calming down.

"Are you feeling better?"

He finally spoke.

Lin Tingwan sniffed, then slowly loosened her grip on his arm and looked up at him.

Those eyes, which were usually clear and quiet, were now slightly red.

"So sad?" Jiang Yubai said with a wry smile, patting the boy's head. "You're just a little late."

Lin Tingwan shook her head, picked up the notebook from the side, carefully wrote a line, and handed it to him.

"I thought Jiang Yubai and my sister didn't want me anymore."

"What are you thinking about?"

Jiang Yubai shouted irritably, and tightened his grip on the object.

Until her long, smooth hair was ruffled into a messy, disheveled state.

Looking at Lin Tingwan, who had suddenly become like a cat with its fur standing on end, his helplessness softened a bit, and his tone became gentler:

"Hey, even if I don't want you anymore, how could your sister possibly not want you?"

"You're her most precious little sister, and she always treats me like a thief."

After saying this, Jiang Yubai blinked.

Yeah, Lin Tingwan came over, but where's Lin Jianxia?

Are you still taking a shower?

Before he could figure it out, he saw Lin Tingwan's eyes suddenly redden again, and her eyes seemed to look a little aggrieved.

Jiang Yu was stunned for a moment, then said with a wry smile:

"Let's assume! Let's assume! He doesn't really not want you!"

He felt like he was trying to coax a child; he couldn't say anything directly, nor could he make jokes, so he could only helplessly say:

"No, don't overthink it."

Lin Tingwan stared at him intently, then suddenly sniffled and hugged him again.

It's because they lack a sense of security...

Jiang Yubai sighed inwardly and patted the girl's shoulder as if coaxing a child.

They hadn't been hugging for more than a few minutes when a soft "click" came from the front door.

Immediately afterwards, Lin Jianxia's slightly flustered voice came from the entrance hall:

"Jiang Yubai! Wanwan, is Wanwan—"

Before she could finish speaking, she had already hurriedly turned into the living room, where she met Jiang Yubai's innocent gaze.

Lin Jianxia was stunned for a moment. Her gaze first fell on her sister, who was burying her head and hugging Jiang Yubai tightly, and then slowly moved to the person with a "none of my business" look on his face.

The air was silent for two seconds.

In the tense atmosphere, Jiang Yubai cleared his throat, attempting to break the silence:

"Um...did you just take a shower?"

Lin Jianxia, ​​standing in front of her, was wearing the same pajamas as Lin Tingwan. She had obviously just taken a shower, and her hair had just been dried, though the ends were still a little damp.

Lin Jianxia didn't reply, but just narrowed her eyes slightly and stared at him without saying a word.

"..."

"Uh," Jiang Yubai tried to find a topic to talk about, "wearing just a nightgown...aren't you cold?"

He had considered gently pulling Lin Tingwan away a little, but the girl was clinging to him so tightly that he didn't know where to put his hands.

Upon hearing this, Lin Jianxia finally reacted, her voice drifting over softly:

"Are you cold? Wanwan is wearing the exact same outfit as me, you can feel it and you'll know."

...Then it shouldn't be cold.

Completely different from the thin pajamas I'd seen before, this one is made of fluffy coral fleece and has a hood attached to the back; just looking at it makes me feel warm and cozy.

"Um," Jiang Yubai quickly explained, "I just came out of the shower, and Lin Tingwan was already sitting on my sofa."

Lin Jianxia ignored him, keeping her gaze fixed on her younger sister.

Who would understand? She had only taken a shower, and her little sister, who had been obediently staying in the bedroom, had simply disappeared.

In a panic, he didn't even care about his injured foot, and limped over next door, only to see—

My precious little sister is clinging tightly to that jerk and won't let go!

Wanwan, you should at least be a little more reserved!!!

But since this was for medical treatment, Lin Jianxia couldn't say anything to Jiang Yubai.

Hesitant to speak, she finally broke down in a huff:

"Too late! Too late! Even if you were going to come over, you should at least have told your sister first!"

Only now did Jiang Yubai feel the girl in his arms move.

Lin Tingwan seemed to suddenly come to her senses and slowly loosened her arms around Jiang Yubai's waist.

She turned her head, her clear eyes looking at Lin Jianxia. She blinked and then nodded obediently.

"By the way, Lin Jianxia,"

Jiang Yubai seized the opportunity to continue the conversation:

"You must be tired today too? Why don't you put your studies aside for now and take Wanwan home to get some rest?"

After all, Lin Tingwan had used her full power twice in front of him today, which made him quite nervous.

But her heart was as pure as water; harsh words wouldn't work, nor would reprimands. If Lin Jianxia held back for too long, she simply wouldn't be able to contain herself...

In the end, the blame will most likely fall back on their own heads.

Well, let's try to persuade them to go back as soon as possible.

Jiang Yubai had a well-thought-out plan, but Lin Jianxia looked at him with a subtle expression for a few seconds, then suddenly sighed:

"Idiot, have you forgotten... we haven't had dinner yet?"

Jiang Yubai: "......."

That's right.

Only then did he realize that his stomach had been growling loudly for a long time.

Jiang Yubai glanced at Lin Jianxia's pajamas and hesitated before saying:

"How about we make do with some instant noodles tonight?"

"No, what nutrition does instant noodles have?" Lin Jianxia immediately rejected the idea, her tone softening. "But it's not exactly a feast... Would you like some fried rice?"

"want."

Jiang Yubai readily agreed.

"Then you talk to Wanwan for a bit, I'll go cook."

"Never mind," Lin Jianxia added cautiously.

"Don't you dare bully Wanwan!"

Watching the guy limp toward the kitchen, Jiang Yubai suddenly felt a pang of guilt for exploiting his employees.

I always feel like a heartless boss forcing sick employees to work...

...How about we give this guy a raise? I don't know if she'd be willing.

With these random thoughts swirling in his mind, Jiang Yu shook his head and turned to look at Lin Tingwan beside him.

The girl was curled up on the sofa with her knees drawn up to her chest, her bare feet obediently tucked together at her sides, her eyes quietly watching the television screen.

Jiang Yubai's gaze lingered on her bare feet for a few seconds, and he couldn't help but frown:

"Are you cold?"

Lin Tingwan looked away and gently shook her head at him.

Are you hungry?

He nodded.

"Idiot, you should have said so if you were hungry," Jiang Yubai said helplessly. "I have some snacks here..."

"But your sister will have dinner ready soon, do you want some?"

Lin Tingwan nodded.

Little glutton.

Jiang Yubai muttered a complaint to himself, then rummaged through the coffee table drawer and handed over a few snacks. He also turned on the standing air conditioner next to him.

The air conditioner quickly started blowing warm air.

On the living room sofa, Lin Tingwan nibbled on her snacks, while Jiang Yubai turned his head to look at her.

Unlike previous styles of pajamas, this style covers the entire body.

But the fluffy hem and cuffs, combined with her small, delicate way of eating, made the girl look exceptionally soft and adorable.

Hmm, this time she really does look like a little rabbit.

Thinking of this, Jiang Yubai couldn't help but chuckle softly.

Lin Tingwan paused suddenly as she was about to put the food in her mouth.

She looked up at Jiang Yubai, then looked down at the snacks in her hand.

Then, she quietly reached out and offered him the snacks.

Jiang Yubai: "......."

I really didn't make a sound on purpose, I just wanted to remind you to give me some.

But since you've already handed it to me... wouldn't it be impolite not to eat it?

Jiang Yubai glanced at Lin Jianxia in the kitchen and then took a bite of the snack with a clear conscience.

It tastes good, I'll buy more next time!

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"Hey, Wanwan."

Here, yours.

Jiang Yubai looked down at the fried rice with eggs in front of him.

Each grain of rice is distinct, coated with golden egg yolk, and filled with tender slices of meat and shredded green cabbage. The steaming aroma wafts straight into your nose, making your mouth water just looking at it.

But...

He tilted his head slightly and couldn't help but complain:

"What is this? Is it a special drink prepared for me? Why didn't Lin Tingwan get one?"

Indeed, next to the fried rice, there was a bowl of liquid with a rather subtle color, and it also had a faint aroma of spiciness and sweetness.

"Ginger soup? Haven't you ever had it?"

Lin Jianxia blinked.

"You didn't get caught in the rain last night, so you don't need to drink this."

"...I've never drunk it. My mom always gives me cold medicine."

Jiang Yubai gave a casual reply, but couldn't help but look at it more closely out of curiosity.

However, he had heard that drinking this when the weather is cold can prevent colds.

He glanced at it a few more times, then couldn't resist looking up out of curiosity:

"Is it good?"

"Good...?" Lin Jianxia's expression suddenly became somewhat subtle. "It's...not bad..."

"I see... By the way, aren't you going to drink?"

"I already drank it in the kitchen," she replied quickly, then urged, "Drink it while it's hot."

Jiang Yubai didn't think much of it, picked up the bowl with some anticipation, tilted his head back, and took a big gulp—

I rely on!

Lin Jianxia was prepared; seeing his expression, her face immediately hardened.

"Don't spit it out!"

Jiang Yubai puffed out his cheeks, feeling a scalding, spicy sensation rush into his nostrils, mixed with a strange sweetness, creating a pungent and magical taste.

What is this thing?!

Seeing his contorted expression, Lin Jianxia suppressed a laugh and waved her finger in front of his eyes:

"No! You are not allowed to spit it out!"

Jiang Yu struggled mightily to swallow the ginger soup, his face contorted in a grimace.

"Holy crap, what the hell is that smell?"

"Isn't this what ginger soup tastes like?" Lin Jianxia said matter-of-factly, pushing the bowl towards him again. "Here, there's more. Drink it while it's hot."

"I won't drink it!" Jiang Yubai said with a face full of resistance. "I must be out of my mind to drink a second sip."

Lin Tingwan blinked, her gaze falling on the bowl of ginger soup.

"Drink it quickly."

Lin Jianxia wrinkled her little nose and said with dissatisfaction:

"Drink the ginger soup first, or you're not allowed to eat."

As he spoke, he actually pushed the bowl of fried rice to the side.

Jiang Yubai glanced at her with a subtle expression:

Are you worried I'll catch a cold... or do you simply want to see me suffer?

"Of course I'm worried about you."

Lin Jianxia was very serious.

Well, it's definitely not because I find Jiang Yubai's bad look funny.

Jiang Yubai stared at the fried rice with egg, then glanced at the ginger soup beside him.

Once the taste returned to my mouth, it didn't seem so unbearable after all.

He hesitated for a moment, then pinched his nose and took another sip.

......

Two minutes later.

"There's still more than half left," Lin Jianxia urged, "drink up, drink up."

Jiang Yubai slumped on the sofa, his tone utterly lifeless:

"I won't drink anymore, I'll never drink again."

I can't stand it anymore. Even catching a real cold would feel better than drinking this stuff.

To be honest, the thing he can't stand the most is ginger; he always avoids it whenever he sees it.

Lin Jianxia resorted to her old trick, continuing to feign ferocity as she said:

"Drink it now, or you won't get any food."

"Heh, heh," Jiang Yu chuckled dryly, "Then you might as well let me starve to death."

Lin Jianxia: "......."

What?! Oh?! Ah!

Is it really that bad to drink?

She looked down and saw that there was still a little less than half a bowl of ginger soup left on the table, a rather delicate amount.

I've already drunk more than half of it... so it should be fine, right?

"never mind....."

Lin Jianxia suddenly felt a little soft-hearted, pouted, and pushed the plate of fried rice towards him.

Here, eat.

"real?"

Jiang Yubai's eyes lit up.

Silly girl, the food is all ready and sitting in front of you. Nobody's stopping you from eating...

Although she thought this way, for some reason, Lin Jianxia felt a little happy.

She held her bowl of fried rice and instinctively wanted to walk over and sit down next to her sister.

But she paused, and for some reason, she took two more steps and gently sat down next to Jiang Yubai.

Lin Jianxia's heart pounded, and she glanced at him out of the corner of her eye, feeling inexplicably guilty.

The younger sister was eating quietly, while Jiang Yubai was also shoveling large mouthfuls of fried rice into his mouth, a satisfied expression on his face.

It seems no one noticed her little gesture.

The rain was pouring outside the window, but the room was warm and cozy, filled with a comforting atmosphere.

She looked away, scooped up a spoonful of rice, and put it in her mouth.

Suddenly, Lin Jianxia felt...

This seems like a good idea.