My Beloved Super Fierce Wife
Chapter 581 Just get used to it in advance (extra update, Happy Chinese Valentine’s Day)

Chapter 581: 581 Just get used to it in advance (extra update, Happy Chinese Valentine’s Day)

Gu Yingzhou showed a helpless expression.

Where did he give the impression that he was a violent person?

"Neither of them, don’t worry," he said.

As he spoke, his tone shifted, "It’d be more appropriate to talk about these matters in a month."

Now was too early to discuss this.

Lin Qingmu was startled, "What do you mean?"

Gu Yingzhou’s stern face cracked into a hint of a smile as he said, "Tangtang mentioned that after her birthday, we’ll get engaged."

He even made a point to add something else.

"It’s just one month away, and since Third Brother won’t be going out while recovering from his injuries, you’ll be able to attend mine and Tangtang’s engagement ceremony. I think Tangtang would be really happy."

When it came to significant life events, Gu Yingzhou had a little more to say.

Joy was written all over his eyes and brows.

Lin Qingmu was stunned into silence, his mind lagging before he could respond.

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"Engagement?!" He looked dazed, even forgetting to refute the moniker ’Third Brother.’

Gu Yingzhou nodded, "Mhm."

Seeing that it was getting late, he stood up, "It’s quite late today, I should be heading back. Third Brother should also rest early."

Lin Qingmu snapped back to his senses from the shock, retorting angrily.

"...I am not your Third Brother!!"

His voice was filled with anger.

Gu Yingzhou remained unruffled, his expression showing no sign of disturbance.

He raised an eyebrow leisurely and said, "Third Brother, you might as well get used to it early."

He didn’t find it strange at all to call Lin Qingmu, who was several years younger than him, ’Third Brother,’ and his attitude was so straightforward that it left no room for argument.

After speaking, he left with long strides.

Leaving Lin Qingmu disheveled in the courtyard wind.

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The next morning, bright and early,

Lin Tang slept until she woke up naturally. When she came out, Lin Qingmu had already heated up some water and had breakfast prepared as well.

"Tangtang, you’re up. There’s hot water left for you in the pot. Wash up first, then come eat," he said as he sat in the courtyard counting money.

They had gone a bit further on this trip, acquiring quite a few rare items, which they managed to sell for almost fifty bucks, in addition to various miscellaneous tickets.

A truly fruitful haul!

Seeing her Third Brother not even turning his head, Lin Tang sauntered over slowly.

"Third Brother, did you sleep well last night?" she asked.

She looked at Lin Qingmu’s face; the bruising had faded significantly, making him look more human.

"Quite well," Lin Qingmu responded.

The blackness around his eyes merged with his dark skin, leaving no trace that he had tossed and turned the night before.

Lin Tang’s expression was indifferent, betraying no sign of whether she believed him or not.

"Right, what happened to the injuries on your body?"

It had been too dark the previous night to press the issue, but now she remembered it again.

Lin Qingmu remembered the unfortunate incident he had encountered and cursed silently.

"I got targeted while delivering the goods, but I’ve dealt with the matter. You don’t have to worry."

If he hadn’t insisted on settling scores on the spot, he wouldn’t have ended up so badly off that someone had to rescue him.

Anyway, he was planning to abandon that line of work, so there was no need to talk more about it and worry Tangtang.

Lin Tang knew her Third Brother wasn’t one to be taken advantage of, so she nodded in acknowledgement.

"Mhm, as long as you know what you’re doing," she said.

Feeling that the tranquility in the county was eerily unnatural lately, like the calm before a storm, she slightly furrowed her brows.

"Third Brother, you’ve stopped smuggling things on the side, right? Money can’t be earned endlessly, your safety is the most important, and I don’t want to see you get into trouble."

If caught, that would be no small matter.

Lin Qingmu was cautious in his dealings and didn’t think it would come to that.

But seeing his sister’s worried expression, he had no hesitation in conceding immediately.

"Alright, I’ll listen to you," he said.

Concerned that Lin Tang might worry, he smiled and added, "When have I ever deceived you? If I say I’m done with it, then I’m done. Don’t worry."

Although he loved money, he wasn’t greedy enough to risk his life for it.

Almost thirty yuan a month in salary, holding it just feels too good.

He used to dream of it.

Once he had money, he wouldn’t have to worry about making a living anymore, he could go to the state-owned restaurant to eat dumplings, and could even buy two portions at once, eat one and then another, making others drool with envy.

He could also buy two bottles of soda at once, drink one and then another, making others green with jealousy.

Now, he finally didn’t have to worry so much.

Lin Tang met Lin Qingmu’s firm gaze and let out a long sigh of relief.

"As long as you keep it in mind, I can rest easy."

Lin Qingmu broke into a smile, feeling warm inside.

His little sister was just the best!

Lin Tang noticed there were still traces of purple bruising at the corners of his mouth, which made her feel terrible.

Furrowing her brows, she said, "Your combat strength is too weak, you should soak in medicinal baths while you’re healing."

As she finished speaking, she turned to Lin Qingmu, "You’ll be resting next, right?"

Lin Qingmu nodded, "Yes, I’ve been out long this time, so we’ll be resting for a while."

He was very interested in the medicinal bath Lin Tang mentioned, his eyes lighting up as he spoke, "What’s this medicinal bath you mentioned, will it increase my strength after soaking?"

Thinking of Lin Tang’s impressive strength, Lin Qingmu was truly envious.

Lin Tang saw the envy in his eyes and said, "Increase strength? It can a bit, but not dramatically, its main function is to improve your physical condition."

As she spoke, she took another good look at the faint bruising at the corner of his mouth.

"If you run into a situation where you’re ambushed again, at least you’ll be able to hold on a bit longer."

Since Lin Qingmu often traveled outside, improving his physical condition was essential.

Lin Qingmu, having received the go-ahead, looked forward with anticipation.

"Alright, just tell me what to do, I’ll listen to you."

After they’d talked about these matters, he pulled out a piece of paper and handed it to Lin Tang.

"Tangtang, this is a written promise Gu Yingzhou made voluntarily, keep it, although it’s not very practical, it serves as a restraint on him."

"If he dares to treat you badly, I’ve got plenty of ways to make his life miserable."

It didn’t matter how well-connected Gu Yingzhou’s family was; if he dared to bully Tangtang, Qingmu had all kinds of tricks up his sleeve.

Lin Tang had no idea Lin Qingmu was concocting various schemes in his mind, already thinking of numerous ways to ensure Gu Yingzhou’s social downfall.

The words "written promise" had her frozen.

She took the paper in a daze, her eyes first drawn to the beautiful handwriting.

"This handwriting is really good."

Lin Qingmu: "..." Indeed, his sister always had unconventional focal points.

Lin Tang looked closer at the contents of the paper, which listed promise after promise.

About maintaining appropriate boundaries with Comrade women, about managing household affairs, about mother-in-law and daughter-in-law relationships, about having children...

Everything one could think of -- and not think of -- was covered.

Lin Tang stared at ’Gu Yingzhou’ signed at the bottom of the promise, her nose tingling, not reacting for a long while.

...Having a brother is such a blessing.

Thinking Tangtang was upset with him for consulting Gu Yingzhou, Lin Qingmu immediately panicked.

"Tangtang, don’t be mad. I just can’t help worrying..."

Before he could finish, he caught Lin Tang’s starry, smiling eyes.

"Eh? You’re not mad?" Lin Qingmu stammered.

Lin Tang chuckled, "Why would I be mad? If I were, wouldn’t you be the one feeling wronged?"

Lin Qingmu fell silent for a moment before admitting the truth, "...I would feel wronged."

And he would be sad!

Lin Tang’s lips curved into a light smile as she put away the promise.

"You did it for my sake, I won’t be angry with you, and that goes for Comrade Gu as well."

She wasn’t blinded by love and wouldn’t let anyone make her family feel bad.

She was also confident in her ability to balance her relationship with her family and Gu Yingzhou.

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Happy holiday! Did everyone celebrate Qixi Festival today?

For those who did, I wish you and your significant other everlasting sweetness; for the singles, may you find your match soon.

(For our underage cuties, focus on your studies for now, the good days are yet to come!)

May the gentle breeze and the bright moon convey my blessings to you!!

Dear babies, I’ve received your tickets and five-star ratings, thank you so much, I’m bursting with motivation now, love you all~~