Chapter 25: When My Younger Sister Declared Herself My Girlfriend
“In short, no matter what the purpose of that person’s actions is, you, who came from another world to this one, are the key figure. Therefore, from now on, I need to keep track of your whereabouts at all times.”
“—Is this what you meant by the phrase ‘You’re under my care now’?”
Xinran must have returned to the country intentionally for this reason.
“You can understand it that way.”
Xinran expressionlessly placed the washed vegetables on the cutting board, took out a knife, and continued with the task of chopping them.
“I don’t really care, but you’re not planning to stick by my side all the time, are you?”
“It’s necessary. Coincidentally, this is the principal’s house, and I’ll handle the transfer procedures later to enroll in your class. On the other hand, I’m also concerned about Keling’s safety, so it would be safer for the three of us to act together from now on.”
“Right, why would someone want to capture Keling? That person was clearly not an ordinary thug, he was very skilled, and he was carrying a gun. Doesn’t this look suspicious?”
*Clack—*
The cucumber was cut in half by the sharp knife. I raised an eyebrow and looked at Xinran, who was emitting a dark aura. She was trembling all over, and it was rare to see her so angry.
“It… it already happened? Keling didn’t even tell me.”
Her tone wavered for the first time, and Xinran frowned, retorting, “Yeah, if I hadn’t run into him at that moment, Keling might have been in danger. It was really dangerous then. I never expected the opponent to have a gun. If I hadn’t reacted in time, my head might have been shot through. Here, this scar on my face was grazed by a bullet, and I was also cut on my back. Fortunately, Keling wasn’t seriously injured.”
I pointed to the horizontal scar on my face. Since the area grazed wasn’t very large, it looked more like a knife scar.
Xinran then turned her head and stared at my face for a long time before looking back at the cutting board to continue chopping vegetables.
I didn’t miss the sentence that came with the sound of chopping vegetables.
“Don’t mention it. It’s only natural for a brother to protect his sister.”
“Brother, I’m sorry. I originally wanted to tell you not to treat us like your younger sisters. But since you saved Keling, I can call you…”
“That’s great. I’m more used to being called ‘brother’ after all. I mentioned it to Keling before, but she still calls me by my name. It’s so strange.”
“Keling refuses to call you brother? Have you told her about your identity?” At that moment, I was startled. But it was also because she didn’t know I wasn’t from this world. She seemed to think I was Zi’ai’s boyfriend. I didn’t refute it, so she probably always thought that way. But she doesn’t call me brother-in-law and just calls me by my name, which is really awkward.
“No, how could that be? I already have a girlfriend.”
Is there really no connection at all? Ambiguity or not, SF Light Novel.
“No.”
I almost hesitated just now. Fortunately, I activated Thought Acceleration immediately, which allowed me to respond so promptly. There shouldn’t be any flaws now!
However, Xinran simply narrowed her eyes and said with a cold snort.
“I’d rather call you a scum.”
“There’s no reason for it.”
Impossible! I didn’t make any moves, nor did I look away, and I answered immediately! Why could she still tell I was lying!
Could it be that I have a constitution where ‘lies are always seen through’?!
*Crack—*
Another cucumber was cut in half with a single slice.
I felt that if I said anything more, I would probably suffer the same fate as the cucumber.
“Who exactly is targeting Keling? Do you know?”
“I don’t know. Not only Keling, but our entire family is being targeted, except for you. I think it probably has something to do with the person impersonating Sister Zi’ai. That’s why they want to capture her family as hostages or interrogate them.”
Is she considering me family now?
“Isn’t this equivalent to getting caught in the crossfire?”
What exactly has this troublesome A person done? Isn’t this just pure trouble?
However, if it weren’t for this A, I might have already died. So, from another perspective, A is my savior.
“You don’t need to worry about Dad and the others. When I returned to the country, they also moved. Dad has many friends, and Aunt Qing does too. They should be safe.”
I can understand that. Dad has saved many important figures over the years as a doctor. No matter where he goes, he’ll get protection, right? That’s the power of a highly skilled doctor.
There was one thing that bothered me, though. She clearly called her mother “Aunt Qing”?
Although I had heard about a stepmother and a second wife from Keling, and knew that her mother was still alive in this world, I didn’t expect to hear the address “Aunt Qing” from Xinran’s mouth again.
Just as Xinran noticed her choice of words and was about to explain, I interrupted.
“I know, you’re referring to Mom An. I just didn’t expect to hear that address from you.”
“What do you mean?”
“Uh, no, I should say that Xinran from my world and I are siblings. Keling is the child brought by my father’s second wife. Her birth mother, An Qian, died when she gave birth to us.”
“Impossible!”
Xinran immediately denied it upon hearing this.
“Although the three of us were indeed born on the same day, I have no blood relation with the An family.”
“I’m sorry, I got a little emotional. It’s because I used to care about this matter for a while.”
Caring about this matter? Did she feel like she didn’t fit in?
It was unexpected that Xinran would worry about something like this.
“But since it’s a different world, perhaps there are such differences.”
“Such ‘deliberate’ differences, I don’t think it’s a coincidence. There’s probably some hidden reason. Never mind, it’s not my place to interfere.”
Xinran didn’t say anything further. After finishing chopping the vegetables, she turned and left the kitchen.
“In any case, from today onwards, I’ll be living here too.”
“What? You’re going to live here?”
“Yes, I said that earlier. It’s safer for the three of us to act together, and aren’t there empty rooms here?”
That’s true. Nana’s house is a luxurious apartment taking up two floors, so there are plenty of empty rooms. Moreover, Xinran’s reasoning made sense. I’ll mention it when Nana returns.
“Hey, Juncheng, did you pick up another girl again? I saw a pair of shoes at the door~ It’s you.
Speak of the devil, the unscrupulous old lady returned, looking at Xinran with a teasing smile. However, that smile didn’t last long before it turned into an expression of shock, and she pointed at Xinran with wide eyes, saying,
“Huh?! Aren’t you Xinran An!”
“Nana, you know Xinran?”
Nana rolled her eyes and said.
“The An family’s three sisters! Everyone in the school knows them! Later, when you transferred, it caused a significant drop in grades. They were probably all boys who had crushes on you.”
The An family’s three sisters. If I were a girl, I would also be on that level of school beauty. As a man, I’m so insignificant. Is this gender inequality?
“You’re quite something. Is it because you’re also named An?”
“That’s right.”
“I’ve had enough. Are all of you named An treating my house as a convenient and free apartment?”
Nana sighed, holding her forehead as if she had a headache, and said,
“If it’s inconvenient, I can rent a place downstairs.”
Light Novel.
“No, I didn’t say you couldn’t. You’re much more honest than that little witch and this heartless brat. If you want to live here, you can. You don’t need to pay rent, but you have to tidy up your room yourself.”
“Of course. Thank you very much for your generous help. My father has agreed to cover all expenses during this period. I will take care of all the housework, and you can order me around freely.”
“—You can use polite language. And I already said you don’t need to pay anything.”
“How can that be? You are the only adult in this household and are also our guardian. It is imperative to show you respect. My younger sister’s attitude towards you was too casual before. From today onwards, I will discipline and supervise her.”
At this point, Xinran looked towards me, and I quickly turned my head away.
Nana, on the other hand, was completely stunned. She probably wasn’t accustomed to Xinran’s serious demeanor.
So she looked towards me, baring her teeth and seeking help.
I shook my head, shrugged, and spread my hands, indicating my helplessness. Xinran has always been this serious.
“Dad~”
“Oh~ Xiao An, you’re back~ Come here, let me hug you.”
My cute, adorable, healing, and well-behaved (N adjectives omitted here) daughter is back~
“Is Dad feeling better?”
“Huh? Oh, speaking of which—”
I picked up Xiao An, pressed my forehead against hers, and said with a smile,
“Is it hot?”
“Hot!”
“Hehe, then it means I’ve recovered my health!”
“Then can I sleep with you tonight?”
“No.”
Xinran gently patted Xiao An’s head and smiled adorably, a smile that almost blinded me.
“You’re too old to sleep with Dad anymore, right? From today onwards, you’ll sleep with your sister. I know many interesting little stories I can tell you.”
Xiao An tilted her head, blinked her big eyes, and looked back and forth between me and Xinran. She happily agreed to Xinran.
“Okay~”
“My daughter, you’re abandoning your father just like that.”
And so, the household gained a new member. She didn’t seem particularly happy, though. Was she unhappy to see her sister? Or were the feelings between Keling and Xinran in this world not that strong? I couldn’t figure it out. “Eat.”
In short, with one more person in the house, nothing much changed overall.
Since I was already accustomed to Xinran’s attitude, I felt even more comfortable.
At this time, I was still happy, and I felt a sense of ‘home’ again.
But the real trouble was what Xinran would cause later.
The next day, January 15th, Tuesday morning.
As the three of us were on our way to school, a car stopped beside us. I thought it was another assassin, so I quickly shielded the two behind me.
But the person who got out of the car was Lan.
She greeted me with a smile.
“Juncheng~ Good morning~”
“Eh? Lu, Lanhua! Juncheng, you know Lanhua! I’m a fan, I love your songs!”
This was Keling’s reaction, very excited.
I didn’t expect Keling to be a fan of Lan, which was a bit surprising but also normal.
Lan didn’t know Keling and Xinran. She debuted as a singer not long after starting her second year of high school, so it was normal for her not to know freshmen at that time.
Lan also asked with a professional smile.
“Huh? Oh my, how cute. Who are you?”
“Ah, um, I’m An Keling, um, his sister!”
Keling pointed at me and said this. To say I’m her brother at this time.
“Oh~ Juncheng’s sister? I didn’t expect you to have such a cute sister. And who is this?”
Xinran didn’t answer immediately but looked at me instead.
At that moment, I was holding a carton of milk, feeling a bit bewildered.
Huh? Why are you looking at me?
Huh? Why are you all looking at me?
Under everyone’s gaze, I also became nervous, quickly finished the milk, and casually threw it into a nearby trash can.
At the same time, Xinran spoke.
The milk carton drew a parabola in the air.
“I-”
It hit the edge of the trash can.
“An Juncheng,”
It bounced out.
“Girlfriend.”
?!?!
The war has begun.
