Chapter 7

At the time, I thought this little guy had grown up, but I didn’t expect it was so he could more easily sneak out at night to play. When Shen Yuxia discovered that this naughty boy was sneaking out at night, she often expressed her intention to make Shen Fei sleep with her again, but Shen Fei always refused with various excuses.

If this naughty boy hadn’t met his father today, he would have definitely gone to watch the mountain fire alone. How could he dare to do such a dangerous thing? Not to mention, his father had even threatened to break his legs to force Shen Fei to come back, which clearly indicated how dangerous that place was.

Therefore, Shen Yuxia didn’t bother with Shen Fei’s coquettish protests and instead made up her mind that even if she had to tie this naughty boy up, she wouldn’t let him escape at midnight.

Seeing the sister and brother holding hands and entering the dark room, Zhong Shitao’s teeth chattered.

Although this was normal, when he first arrived, didn’t Shen Fei also sleep with Yuxia? But for some reason, whenever Zhong Shitao thought of that little brat sleeping with his fiancée, jealousy filled his heart.

Why was he like this? He never used to be, and Shen Fei was just a ten-year-old kid! No matter how you looked at it, he wasn’t a big deal, so why did he have such feelings? Could it be that he never saw Shen Fei as Yuxia’s brother?

That’s right, it must be! It was only two years ago, when he accidentally learned that Shen Fei was a child his master had picked up from outside, that he started to have issues with Yuxia’s excessive affection for this unrelated brother.

Because, with that level of affection, if that little brat asked his sister not to marry, Yuxia would undoubtedly agree and live alone for the rest of her life.

Damn! Although this thought was absurd, Zhong Shitao believed it. He should have been wise enough to curry favor with this little brother-in-law, but for some reason, he just couldn’t get close to that little brat.

Sigh, Shen Fei’s background must never be exposed, especially not to Shen Fei himself. Otherwise, not only would Yuxia turn against him, but his master would also despise him. They truly saw Shen Fei as their own son and brother.

Moreover, he absolutely didn’t want to say anything. Who knew if that little brat, with his attachment to Yuxia, would declare that he wanted to marry Yuxia? If he did, the doting Yuxia might agree without hesitation! Damn, if that happened, he would be in a terrible position and suffer a great loss.

Thinking about this, Zhong Shitao pretended to leave the courtyard but immediately pressed himself against the wall outside, holding his breath and straining his ears to listen.

At first, Shen Fei was very unwilling to be pulled into the room by his sister, but as soon as he entered the room where he had lived for eight years, he immediately relaxed as if he had returned to his old den.

Without waiting for Shen Yuxia to light the oil lamp, Shen Fei immediately took off his shoes and climbed into bed, inhaling the familiar and pleasant scent. He couldn’t help but exclaim happily, “Sister, your quilt smells so good, it has your scent, and it’s so comfortable to smell.”

Outside, Zhong Shitao clenched his fists and gritted his teeth, while Shen Yuxia, who was lighting the oil lamp and closing the door and curtains, said without any embarrassment, “Since you know my room smells good and it’s comfortable to smell, why don’t you want to sleep with me? Isn’t it because you find it convenient to sneak out at night? I’m telling you, from now on, you’ll sleep with me!”

“Ah? No, sister, I’m a grown-up now, it’s not convenient to sleep with you.” Shen Fei immediately frowned. It was fine to sleep with his sister for a night or two, but to keep sleeping with her, Shen Fei, who was used to sneaking out at night, was unwilling!

“What grown-up? You’re just a ten-year-old brat. Your objections are useless! From now on, you’ll sleep with me.” As she spoke, Shen Yuxia took out two sets of clothes from the wardrobe, threw one directly to Shen Fei, and said, “Change into your pajamas. It’s a good thing you took a bath and changed clothes earlier, or with your habit of rolling around on the ground and running all over the mountains, you would have immediately dirtied my quilt.”

Shen Fei didn’t find it strange that his sister’s room had his clothes. After all, he and his brother’s clothes were all made by his sister, and many new clothes were hidden here.

As he changed, Shen Fei continued to try to persuade his sister so he could continue to sneak out at night: “Sister, how can you keep sleeping with me? Your husband will marry you soon, and to get me used to it, let me sleep alone.”

“Humph, I’ll keep sleeping with you until I get married. And I’ve already agreed with your future husband that I’ll only marry him when he reaches Father’s level.” As she spoke, Shen Yuxia took off her coat, revealing a bright red belly band, her white back, and underpants. Her alluring figure was directly displayed before Shen Fei, but neither of them felt anything was inappropriate.

In the past, Shen Yuxia used to bathe with Shen Fei, as he was too mischievous as a child and would run off if not watched. Plus, every time she bathed him, her clothes would get wet. To keep this mountain monkey in check, what other way was there but to bathe together? So, Shen Yuxia felt no discomfort showing her body to Shen Fei, and Shen Fei, the little brat, didn’t know any better.

Seeing this beautiful scene, the little brat not only didn’t show any appreciation but instead laughed loudly, “Haha, then your husband has a long wait ahead! He’s only a fifth-level warrior now, and it might take him years to reach the ninth level! He might be an old man with white hair before he comes to marry you!”

“Smart mouth, are you looking forward to me not getting married?” Shen Yuxia, wearing a transparent, soft nightgown, rolled her eyes at Shen Fei. “Your husband is working hard, and he might reach Father’s level in three to five years.” As she said this, a hint of mockery flashed in her eyes. In fact, every time she mentioned Zhong Shitao, a hint of mockery would appear in her eyes, but Shen Fei, the little brat, didn’t notice.

Outside, eavesdropping, Zhong Shitao was both delighted and angry. He was delighted that Yuxia finally acknowledged him as her fiancé, especially in private, not just to outsiders.

Originally, Yuxia had always been cold and distant to him, making him doubt whether she liked him at all. Now, in this private conversation, she acknowledged his identity, which meant she must like him, right? She didn’t call him “future husband” but “husband.”

Awesome! Zhong Shitao felt a surge of comfort. All the years of being bossed around by Yuxia seemed worth it. After all, if she didn’t see him as one of her own, she wouldn’t be so casual about making him do things. Zhong Shitao was now so excited that his blood was boiling!

But this excitement quickly turned to anger because Shen Fei, the little brat, dared to look down on him and mock him.

Did this little brat really think he would only reach the ninth level when he was old and weak? Ha, who was he? A handsome and talented martial arts genius.

However, after hearing the rest of what Yuxia said, his anger turned to tenderness. Yuxia understood him. Yes, in three to five years, he would definitely become a ninth-level warrior. Wife, wait for your husband to take you home! Then, as your brother-in-law, I can openly scold that detestable little brother-in-law!

“Move over a bit.” Shen Yuxia pushed Shen Fei, got into bed, chased away the mosquitoes, and put down the mosquito net before lying down. Shen Fei immediately snuggled up, not just because his bottom was sore and he had to sleep on his side, but also because he was used to sleeping close to his sister.

Shen Yuxia naturally habitually held Shen Fei in her arms.

“Sister, your body smells so good.” Shen Fei’s head rested on Shen Yuxia’s chest, and he subconsciously rubbed his cheek against her firm and high chest, taking a deep breath and saying affectionately.

“Nonsense.” Shen Yuxia said casually, but her attention was on the space inside the mosquito net. As soon as she spotted a mosquito she hadn’t chased away, she flicked her finger, and the mosquito was instantly shattered by the finger wind.

“Where’s the nonsense? Sister, your body really does smell good, and your skin is so white and smooth.” As he spoke, Shen Fei touched the tender, white skin of his sister’s waist, which was exposed when she straightened up to flick the mosquito.

Outside, eavesdropping, Zhong Shitao almost spurted blood from his nose, and the veins on his forehead bulged. His fists clenched and his teeth ground together.

“Stop fooling around.” Shen Yuxia casually slapped Shen Fei’s hand that was touching her waist. She wasn’t ticklish! After flicking away all the mosquitoes and checking again, she lay down comfortably.

Shen Fei immediately snuggled closer, clinging to Shen Yuxia’s chest, and not only that, he wrapped his arm around her waist and his leg over her thigh, like a koala.

“Go to sleep. If you dare to sneak out at night, I’ll beat your bottom!” Shen Yuxia leaned down and threatened, tapping Shen Fei’s nose, then patted his back affectionately and said, “Sleep well, and tomorrow I’ll wake you up to go with Father to meet the gang leader.”

“Okay.” Shen Fei nodded obediently, adjusted his head to get more comfortable, and feeling the familiar warmth and the comforting scent, he closed his eyes. A strong wave of fatigue washed over him, and he quickly fell asleep.

Shen Yuxia was surprised at how quickly Shen Fei fell asleep. Looking at the child curled up in her arms, breathing steadily and sleeping soundly, she confirmed that Shen Fei was indeed asleep. She lovingly stroked his hair with one hand and gently patted his back with the other, shaking her head and laughing softly, “Children are children, they get tired from playing and fall asleep right away.” She then raised her hand slightly and flicked the oil lamp on the table a meter away, and the lamp went out with a puff.

Outside, eavesdropping, Zhong Shitao, hearing this, relaxed his clenched fists, sighed in relief and resignation, and quietly left.

{Piaotian Literature}