MQSP - Chapter 91

Chapter 91

Baiye was watching TV with Xinran when she suddenly felt a weight on her shoulder. She turned her head to see her mother's head resting against her, eyes closed, fast asleep.

Seeing this, Xia Xiaozi quickly turned down the volume on the TV. The others got up, helped Xinran lie on her side on the sofa, and Baiye placed a cushion under her head and draped a blanket over her.

Xiao Ye knelt by the sofa and watched her for a moment. Seeing how soundly she was sleeping, she quietly got up and left with Su Yu and Xia Xiaozi, not wanting to disturb her rest.

"That's strange, where's Auntie Lin?" She looked around but couldn't find her anywhere.

"I saw her go upstairs with Fang Yi just now. It looked like something was up."

Hearing this, Baiye hurried upstairs as well.

"Auntie Lin?" Arriving at Lin Yuqing's room, she pushed the door open and poked her head inside.

"Hm? What is it, Xiao Ye?"

"Nothing, just wanted to see what little secrets you two were talking about."

"Oh, please. She and I have no secrets to share. I'm going to make a call. I'll leave you two lovebirds to it." Fang Yi, ever so tactful, gave them a look, took her phone, and left the room.

"Why aren't you with Xinran?"

"Mother fell asleep."

"Oh."

"Auntie Lin, I'm a little worried."

"Hm? Worried about what?"

"I feel like Mother's mental state has been really poor lately. I'm starting to regret having her come back. She was better off growing flowers in the mountains. At least then she had energy every day and was full of life. Look at her now—she can fall asleep just watching TV, she's always spacing out, and she just seems so listless."

Lin Yuqing frowned. Xiao Ye had a point. Perhaps Xinran had nothing to do here and felt disconnected from the times. She was only in her forties, with a long life ahead of her. She couldn't go on like this.

"Auntie Lin, why don't we take Mother out for a walk? Let her experience some new things. It might at least lift her spirits."

Lin Yuqing immediately shook her head. Going out was not an option. What if someone photographed her…

But Xiao Ye was right; cooping her up at home every day would make even a healthy person sick.

Lin Yuqing was in a bind. "Well, how about we buy some orchids for her to take care of first?"

"Or get her a pet?"

"A pet wouldn't be as easy to raise as you."

"…" Baiye was very annoyed.

Lin Yuqing ruffled the little one's hair and pulled her down to sit on the bed. "Alright, stop thinking about it for now. She… maybe she's just not used to being back in the city yet. We have to give her time to adjust. She'll be fine. Don't you underestimate her."

"Mm…"

"There now. Look at you. I finally managed to fatten you up a bit, and you've lost it all in the last half-month." She tugged the little one's arm, letting her lean back into her embrace. She wrapped an arm around her waist, resting her hand on her stomach and stroking it gently.

Feeling the little one's soft body, an idea suddenly struck Lin Yuqing as she recalled what Fang Yi had said to her.

"Xiao Ye."

"Hm?"

"You know, we're married now. Shouldn't we… take the next step?"

"Hm? What next step?"

"Should we… have a child?"

"A child?!" Baiye was stunned. A child? Wasn't it too soon? She was still a child herself who hadn't even graduated from university!

Still, Auntie Lin was already approaching forty. It was about time she had a child to dote on. But… ugh, why was this topic so embarrassing to talk about…

"If you think it's too soon, we can wait. We can think about it after you graduate." Seeing the little one's shocked expression, Lin Yuqing knew she had never considered it.

"Mm… In that case, I'll be the one to carry it. You're older, I wouldn't want any accidents to happen."

Lin Yuqing's brow furrowed. "What kind of thing is that to say?"

At the same time, her heart warmed. The little one was truly always thinking of her!

"Perfect! We can have a baby and let Mother raise it. That should give her a reason to live, right?" Xiao Ye's eyes lit up.

Lin Yuqing thought about it. She was about to nod when she realized something wasn't quite right.

"Wait, you… you want to have a child to give Xinran a reason to live?"

"Yeah. Mother has always regretted missing my childhood. If she gets to raise our child, she'll definitely be very happy!"

"…" Lin Yuqing was speechless. Could someone really be so casual about having a baby?!

With that thought, she lifted the little one onto her lap. "Let me ask you, who comes first in your heart right now?"

"Hm? It's Mo—"

"O-of course it's my Auntie Lin~" The little one had been about to speak the truth when she realized her mistake and quickly changed her tune. She giggled and wrapped her arms around Lin Yuqing's neck. "My Auntie Lin is so considerate and gentle, and she knows how to dote on people. Of course I love Auntie Lin the most~"

"Ha! Ha!" Lin Yuqing let out two heavy, cold laughs. She had heard that "Mo—" loud and clear!

Just as she thought. She was no longer number one in Xiao Ye's heart! How could she tolerate this? Even if it was Xinran, she wouldn't accept it!

The moment Baiye saw the dark look on Lin Yuqing's face, she bolted without a second thought. But Lin Yuqing was faster. She grabbed the little one, and with a pull, she leaned back, bringing them both tumbling onto the bed. She threw a leg over her to pin her down. "Trying to run?" As she spoke, her hands were already on Baiye's ticklish spots.

The little one burst into helpless laughter, begging for mercy. "Auntie Lin~ Good Auntie Lin~~ Spare me~! Hey~ your hand… where is it going?!"

Lin Yuqing's mischievous hand tickled its way under the little one's clothes and began to wander upward. Baiye quickly pressed it down, her face flushing red with embarrassment. That old lecher! They still had guests in the house!

This time, you really couldn't blame Lin Yuqing. Roughly counting, it had been almost two months since before their wedding that the two had been intimate. And since coming back, she hadn't dared to be overly affectionate in front of Xinran. So, to put it bluntly, the woman was about to burst from frustration.

"I'm touching my own lover. I can put my hands wherever I please," Lin Yuqing said, full of self-righteousness.

"Pah, you shameless old thing." Baiye was at a loss with her. She turned to face her, blinking her big eyes. "Auntie Xue said you have to bravely say no to evil forces!"

"Who's an evil force?" Lin Yuqing's eyes went wide. Me? An evil force? You'd better think that through.

Baiye brought her face close, widening her own eyes as if to compete. "I'm not afraid of your glaring anymore, you know. And, to be honest, even when you glare, your eyes aren't as big as mine!" She even gave a playful blink.

"…" Lin Yuqing was fuming. This little brat really needed to be taught a lesson!

"Oh? Is that so?" Lin Yuqing's eyes curved into a smile. She got up, went to the door, and decisively locked it.

Seeing this, the smile on Baiye's face froze. The next second, she scrambled off the bed and made a dash for the bathroom.

But Lin Yuqing had anticipated her move and effortlessly blocked her at the bathroom door.

"You were saying you're not afraid of me?"

"No, no, no! I'm scared, very scared, extremely scared!" The little one surrendered immediately.

"Auntie Lin, there are still guests outside, don't…" Watching Lin Yuqing advance on her, Baiye wanted to cry but had no tears. Why did she have to run her mouth and provoke her? This was a classic case of bringing trouble upon herself!

Lin Yuqing paid her no mind, simply lifting her chin and puckering her lips. "Hm?"

Baiye pressed her lips together, blushing to herself for a moment before reluctantly standing on her tiptoes and giving Lin Yuqing's lips a quick peck.

Seeing her shy and awkward little display, Lin Yuqing was quite pleased. She loved seeing the little one get flustered. And every time they did… that, she would get so shy. It was incredibly alluring!

"Auntie Lin, it's broad daylight. Can't we wait until it's late and quiet tonight to…?" The little one swallowed her pride and tried to negotiate.

"Hm? Do what when it's late and quiet tonight?" Lin Yuqing played dumb shamelessly.

"Do…" Baiye nearly bit her tongue. Don't you know perfectly well what? Do you have to make me say it out loud? It's too humiliating!

"Ah?" Lin Yuqing blinked, putting on her signature innocent act.

"Ah? How did you know what I was thinking of doing?"

"I…!" A frustrated breath caught in Baiye's chest. This woman… this woman was absolutely shameless!

"Ah?" Lin Yuqing teased, brushing her knuckle against the little one's lips. Her soft, pink lips were so pleasant to the touch.

Baiye got annoyed and nipped her finger. "You're awful! I'm ignoring you." With that, she reached behind her back, pressed the handle, opened the bathroom door, and slipped inside, locking it behind her. The entire sequence was so fluid that Lin Yuqing didn't even have time to react.

Leaning against the door, Baiye let out a long breath, marveling at her own cleverness, when she suddenly heard the jingle of keys from outside.

I'm doomed…

"One." Lin Yuqing's voice came through the door, counting.

"Two." Auntie Lin's voice was cheerful, the last syllable rising. Even through the door, Baiye could picture the unrestrained smirk on her face!

Baiye waged a brief internal battle before resigning herself to her fate. Before Lin Yuqing could say "three," she opened the door and walked out dejectedly. "Auntie Lin, I… I just needed to use the bathroom…" she explained weakly.

"Oh." Lin Yuqing nodded and tossed the keys in her hand onto the bedside table. Baiye glanced over and froze. Those were clearly car keys…

"You… you tricked me again!" she stomped her foot in frustration. She was so stupid!

Lin Yuqing put on an innocent face and spread her hands. She really hadn't done anything!

"Do you still need to use the bathroom?" Lin Yuqing asked with a smile.

Baiye shot her a glare and shook her head. You villain!

"Then let's get back to our previous topic," Lin Yuqing said with another wicked smile.

"…No!"

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