“Since Chi the Fourth wants to try getting into a university here, then let her do it. If she really gets into a local university, then she is allowed to stay here. But if she doesn’t, then you will bring her to America. Each taking a step back on this matter. What do you think, brother?”
Chi Zhonglei nodded his head in affirmation. “This is a good idea! Let her have a chance to realize her dream. That wouldn’t make me seem like an unreasonable father either.”
“I think this idea is great! If Chi the Fourth really wants to stay, she will definitely work hard! If she doesn’t get into a local university in the end, it’s still beneficial and harmless to her!” Grandma nodded her head in approval as well.
“Then, it’s settled! I will have a talk with her later.”
…
Due to Chi Zhonglei’s return, Chi Yi and Chi Zuxu were all staying at the main residence tonight.
Chi Yi was still studying in her bedroom while Chi Zuxu and Chi Zhonglei were chatting over a cup of tea in the garden at the courtyard.
“Zuxu, Chi the Fourth must have been a great deal of trouble for you recently!”
“We are all a family, don’t say such things. She is your daughter. Naturally, she is a part of my family too.”
Chi Zuxu washed the tea set with hot water before pouring each of them a cup of tea.
“I heard from mom that she has become rather obedient recently?”
Chi Zuxu smiled. “She’s alright! But her personality has not changed at all. She is still extremely stubborn!”
Chi Zhonglei laughed and shook his head. “I really have no idea who this little girl is like. Normally, she is odd and unafraid of anything. She does not have the temperament of a girl. I really don’t know what kind of son-in-law will be able to take care of this missy in the future!”
A glint flashed across Chi Zuxu’s eyes and he did not voice his own opinion regarding this statement.
“Zuxu, I will have to leave Chi the Fourth under your care for these few months. Honestly, I am a little worried about leaving her to mom. This little girl is always naughty and mischievous. I am afraid that she will cause trouble for mom. Mom is already old, I hope to lift this burden off of her! I am more reassured with you looking after her.”
“Thank you.”
Chi Zuxu’s pitch-black eyes were filled with several complicated emotions.
“Even though you are the youngest among our siblings, I know that you are the one who will do things in the most appropriate manner! Chi the Fourth will definitely be in good hands with you. She won’t be led astray.”
Chi Zhonglei patted Chi Zuxu’s shoulders. “Zuxu, thank you!”
Chi Zhonglei let out a lamented sigh. “I think that I am still cared for by the heavens. Even though my own biological parents did not want me, but look at this. The gods sent me to such a wonderful family. In my heart, dad and mom are like my biological parents, and you are my biological brother! Even if we are to be separated, this kinship will never change, and it will definitely not vanish. Isn’t that right?”
Chi Zuxu was touched by his brother’s words. He patted his shoulders and responded, “Don’t worry, kinship is a relationship that will never change in this world! No matter how far you are, this will always be your home!”
…
As Chi Zuxu was bathing, his head was filled with Chi Zhonglei’s heartfelt words.
Yes! They were clearly brothers, brothers that were closer than biological siblings!
Yet what had he done to his own brother’s daughter, Chi the Fourth?!
He was truly insane!! And it was grave!
He even had the thought of lusting after his daughter…
Sh*t!!
Chi Zuxu washed his face as if he was trying to clear his chaotic mind with this clear water.
Or perhaps, he had really been lacking the company of a woman for far too long.