The Outcast Heiress’s Secret Identities
Chapter 731 - 0721 I like you just the way you are

Chapter 731: 0721 I like you just the way you are

Compared to these, what interested Su Ran was that Chu Xiyao’s mother actually had a complicated relationship with Country A.

Indeed, one must never underestimate the intricate connections within these big families!

No wonder Chu Xiyao seemed so confident!

When Fu Qiyuan came out of the study, Su Ran had already fallen asleep on the sofa.

He quietly stepped forward and gently picked up the girl in his arms.

Startled awake, Su Ran opened her eyes in a daze.

"Are you done?"

"Mm, you continue to sleep."

Su Ran nodded, nuzzled into his chest, and then closed her eyes again, feeling reassured.

The next day.

Early in the morning, Su Ran heard that Chu Xiyao had come over to accompany Old Master Fu for breakfast.

Not only that, but she had also specially brought Longan Red Date and Yam Soup she made herself, nutritious and stomach-nourishing.

Suddenly, words were spreading among the servants about how considerate and filial the young lady of the Chu family was; with a beautiful appearance and a clever heart, she possessed not a trace of a rich young lady’s airs, and her cooking skills pleased Old Master Fu immensely.

All the beautiful adjectives in the world seemed insufficient when placed upon her.

Hearing this, Su Ran laughed it off.

She had just gotten out of bed, and this news had already reached her ears.

It seemed that this young lady of the Chu family was planning to take a circuitous route.

Unable to win over Fu Qiyuan, she thus decided to win over Old Master Fu first!

Since the Chu family’s rich young lady had specially come to accompany Old Master Fu for breakfast, Su Ran, very understanding, did not show up.

To avoid indigestion should the two see her.

With Su Ran not appearing, Fu Qiyuan naturally would not go either.

As a result, it was unclear who felt more disappointed.

In the morning, the two stayed in the guest courtyard without going out until around noon, when Housekeeper Cao arrived.

"Eldest Young Master, Old Master Fu asks you to join him for lunch in the main hall."

Fu Qiyuan did not answer; instead, he turned to seek Su Ran’s opinion.

"Would you like to eat here or go out for lunch?"

Seeing this, Housekeeper Cao looked at Su Ran with a surprised expression.

In the Fu family, the Eldest Young Master was essentially like an ancient emperor.

Supremely esteemed, doing as he pleased.

No one could change what he decided.

A person accustomed to standing at the pinnacle rarely listens to others’ opinions or seeks their consent.

The Eldest Young Master had been raised from childhood to be the family head, experiencing many things.

Therefore, he was emotionally detached and not very close with his family; sometimes, even standing by his side felt as distant as a thousand miles away.

Yet, what seemed impossible to them was happening right before their eyes.

The Eldest Young Master was actually seeking a woman’s opinion?

Looking at the housekeeper’s tense face, Su Ran curled her lips with a smirk.

"We have been inside the house quite long enough, so let’s go out to eat."

Fu Qiyuan nodded and then addressed Housekeeper Cao.

"Go back and inform Old Master Fu!"

Housekeeper Cao responded respectfully and left the guest courtyard.

The two then returned to their room to change into more formal attire before heading to the main house.

In the courtyard of the main hall, Old Master Fu and Chu Xiyao were playing Go.

And Fu Qixiu was sitting in the corner sunbathing, with an expression of polite refusal on his face.

Upon seeing Fu Qiyuan and Su Ran, his spirit seemed to be liberated as he sat up straight, smiling broadly with white teeth gleaming as he waved cheerfully at them.

"Big bro, sis-in-law!"

At the sound, Old Master Fu hummed in displeasure, "What nonsense are you spouting? What ’sis-in-law’?"

The atmosphere turned somewhat awkward for a moment, but Chu Xiyao remained calm and greeted the two politely before returning her gaze to the board.

She had a sense of propriety, neither overbearing nor self-effacing!

She fully displayed the demeanor expected of a guest.

A glint of amusement flashed in Su Ran’s eyes—guest?

Would a regular guest come over early in the morning and make such an ostentatious gesture?

Nevertheless, this rich young lady from the Chu family really knew how to keep her cool.

Su Ran wasn’t bothered, and the two sat down beside Fu Qixiu.

"What are you doing here?" Su Ran asked.

Fu Qixiu diligently poured Su Ran a cup of tea, completely ignoring his elder brother beside him.

"Mushrooms grew on my head."

After taking a sip of tea, Su Ran asked in confusion,

"What?"

Fu Qixiu slumped in his chair, a picture of despair.

"Bored to mold!"

"Cough—"

Choking, Su Ran looked at him speechlessly.

Basking in the sun is basking in the sun, how can a simple sentence become so idiosyncratic when it comes from his mouth?

Qi Yuan patted Su Ran’s back and gave his brother a cold stare.

Choking his wife, did he not want to live anymore!

On this side, the Go game between Old Master Fu and Chu Xiyao had already ended.

It looked like Old Master Fu had lost, but there wasn’t a hint of displeasure from losing the game on his face; instead, he looked at Chu Xiyao with joy.

"You lass, you’re already so busy with work and studies, yet I didn’t expect you still have time to research Go."

Chu Xiyao smiled, "When I’m bored, I play a game out of habit. But speaking of Go, Qi Yuan is truly unmatched, his skill in Go was all taught by Grandpa!"

With one sentence, she not only praised Qi Yuan but also flattered Old Master Fu.

A master indeed!

Sure enough, upon hearing this, Old Master Fu proudly lifted his chin.

"Of course. However, you’re already very good. Nowadays, girls don’t even dip their fingers in water, let alone understand these national essences. What’s even more rare is your mastery. These things always need someone to carry on."

While speaking, Old Master Fu glanced at Su Ran with a scowl, then snorted heavily before glaring at Qi Yuan.

Chu Xiyao nodded in agreement,

"Grandfather is right."

Fu Qixiu, listening to the two exchange compliments, couldn’t help but roll his eyes.

Why don’t these two just ascend to heaven?

Even playing Go can lead to life’s epiphanies.

He just happened to be the one who didn’t understand!

Fu Qixiu hopped over to Su Ran’s side and asked buddy-buddy,

"Sister-in-law, do you play chess?"

"Not expertly!"

"What about calligraphy?"

"I have a little knowledge."

"Painting?"

"A bit."

"Not of one family, do not enter the same door! Sister-in-law, you truly are my beloved sister-in-law."

Fu Qixiu’s eyes shone as he looked at Su Ran, exuding an "one of us" vibe.

Su Ran: "..."

There must be some misunderstanding here!

"Sister-in-law, what are you best at then?"

Second Young Master Fu instantly became a curious baby, feeling that his sister-in-law was definitely his kindred spirit.

After a moment’s thought, Su Ran put down her cup and said seriously,

"Probably nothing left but beating people up!"

"Gah?" Fu Qixiu’s eyes widened.

With a smile that was not quite a smile, Su Ran looked at him, "My beatdown was broadcast globally, how about it? You want to try?"

Instantly, Fu Qixiu shrank back and said weakly,

"No... no need."

Upon hearing this, Chu Xiyao’s eyes flickered.

Old Master Fu, who was listening to Su Ran’s words, was filled with boiling anger in his eyes.

"Hmph! Not proficient in any of the arts, and yet you still think you can enter the doors of the Fu family."

Su Ran’s brows twitched, and she took a sip of tea.

"As long as Ah Yuan likes me, those things don’t need to be mastered."

Qi Yuan took Su Ran’s hand, "Yeah, I like you no matter what."