Young Master Is Being Jealous Again!
Chapter 1148: She is like a naive young lady, with an innocent and harmless demeanor

Chapter 1148: Chapter 1148: She is like a naive young lady, with an innocent and harmless demeanor

Perhaps it was the intense gaze of Qin Ruan and the others that made the elderly gentleman slowly raise his head, revealing a face that, while well-maintained, could not hide its deep wrinkles.

That face was amiable and friendly, with very fine features that made it evident he had been a handsome man in his youth.

What was most striking was the man’s own demeanor, which was very warm, as if bathed in sunlight.

Seeing the strangers standing at the door, the elderly gentleman’s kindly face showed a clear surprise.

He put down the watering can he was holding and walked over with a measured pace, each move reflecting his own cultivation and grace.

As he approached, Qin Ruan’s red lips slowly curved into a smile.

Before the elderly gentleman could speak, she took the initiative, "Excuse me for intruding, sir, but we were out for a stroll and forgot to bring water. Could we come in for a drink?"

The elderly Mr. Chen showed a gentle smile, stretched out his hand to open the door, and said in a friendly manner, "Come in, but there is a sick person in my house, so please don’t be too noisy."

Qin Ruan expressed understanding and gratitude, "We will, we’re just coming in for a drink."

She followed Mr. Chen’s steps, along with Lin Hao and Huo Zhi, looking at the old man leading the way in front, her eyes dim and unclear, exuding a sense of bafflement.

Mr. Chen turned his head with a smile and casually asked Qin Ruan and the others, "Now that the flowering season has passed, what made you think of coming here to play with just grass and trees around?"

It seemed like casual small talk.

Qin Ruan was prepared and immediately responded, "Our art teacher assigned us homework. I came here looking for inspiration. Recently, a few of my classmates had also come here, and it was from their recommendations that I decided to try my luck, perhaps to find some inspiration."

Her words carried a playful tone of a young girl and the annoyance with the tasks set by her teacher.

The environment around the Chen Family’s villa was very pleasant, with dense flowers and trees, and a large forest area to their east.

Qin Ruan had instructed Huo Zhi to gather detailed information on their way here. She knew everything about the people living here, including that there had been art students visiting recently and some tourists who had come for picnics and camping.

Mr. Chen just smiled and didn’t ask further, as if it was just a casual question.

As he was leading Qin Ruan and the others into the house, a tidy middle-aged woman came out.

Upon seeing Qin Ruan and the others, the woman’s brows furrowed slightly. Although her face did not show much emotion, the look in her eyes clearly indicated she did not welcome their arrival.

The middle-aged woman asked, "Dad, who are these people?"

Mr. Chen’s face remained smiling as he approached her, speaking in a warm and loving tone, "Sixing, these are some students passing by. They came in to ask for a drink of water."

Chen Sixing, the lady who had invited Master Song and others, twitched unconsciously at the corners of her eyes when she heard her father describe Qin Ruan and her companions as students.

She could believe the leading girl was a student, but the two behind her, one fiercely beautiful and the other fiercely imposing, did not look like students at all.

Moreover, their aura was even stronger than hers as a business owner.

Qin Ruan, noticing Chen Sixing sizing up Huo Zhi and Lin Hao behind her, stepped forward, her charming face breaking into a smile as she explained, "They’re bodyguards arranged by my family.

Recently, things have been unstable, and I keep hearing about incidents here and there in the news. Having two shadows following me all the time is really bothersome."

She sounded like a complaining young girl, her demeanor delicate and harmless, yet endearing.

Chen Sixing looked again at Huo Zhi and Lin Hao, whose presence indeed fit that of bodyguards.

Her eyes’ wariness and suspicion dissipated, and she stepped aside to let Qin Ruan and her group inside.

"Look at me, just talking away—please come in first. I’ll have Sister Zhang pour you some water. My mother isn’t feeling well, so try to keep it down and not disturb her."

Chen Sixing’s change in demeanor was not lost on Qin Ruan.

She gave a gentle smile, thanking him, and led Lin Hao and Huo Zhi into the Chen Family’s hall.

Every step Qin Ruan took seemed ordinary, yet with each step, a faint golden glow was left behind.

The moment she stepped into the Chen Family’s villa, she sensed something was off—there was an aura that she couldn’t quite see clearly.

One might say it was Evil Qi, but not quite; it could be described as a chill yet was somewhat lacking—there was absolutely no trace of Puppet Power.

If Qin Ruan had not detected the presence of Song the Mystic outside the courtyard,

the moment she stepped into the Chen Family’s hall, she effortlessly captured the remnants of Song the Mystic’s presence lingering there.

With every step she took in the Chen Family’s living room, Qin Ruan was using her Nether Power to search for traces of Song the Mystic.

Chen Sixing called out toward the dining area, "Sister Zhang, we have guests at home, please pour some water and prepare some snacks."

"Yes, Miss."

A middle-aged woman in an apron emerged from the dining room, her face expressionless and her aura gloomy.

Qin Ruan’s gaze lingered on the woman for a while, prompting Chen Sixing to explain, "Sister Zhang is our servant. She’s illiterate and came from the countryside to find work in the city—many didn’t want her, but my mother hired her to do some chores around the house.

Unexpectedly, she ended up staying for over twenty years. Sister Zhang has never married and has no children. Over the years, we’ve come to consider her as family. I’m usually very busy, and my parents’ daily care is all managed by her."

Qin Ruan pursed her lips, a clear, pure light sparkling in the depths of her eyes as they curved into crescents.

Her eyes glistened with novelty, like an innocent, wealthy young lady as she verbally appreciated, "Sister Zhang is truly grateful and reciprocates kindness."

"Thanks to Sister Zhang over the years, otherwise, I wouldn’t have the energy to strive outside."

Chen Sixing then led the three to the living room sofa and invited them to sit.

Qin Ruan didn’t stand on ceremony, sitting down with casual ease while Huo Zhi and Lin Hao stood behind her.

Mr. Chen didn’t stay, he looked at his daughter, his face full of worry, "Sixing, I’m going upstairs to check on your mother. Please take good care of the guests."

Chen Sixing, reminded of her grandmother’s recent nightmare, saw her smile fade as she spoke with a heavy voice, "Dad, I will. Be light-footed upstairs, Mom just went to bed."

"I know."

Mr. Chen patted his daughter on the shoulder and left with heavy steps.

As the Chen father and daughter spoke, Qin Ruan did not interrupt, her gaze surveying the luxuriously decorated living room.

Everything in the room, from ornaments to wall paintings, and the hardwood table and furniture around them, constituted sought-after luxuries.

What caught her eye most notably was the blue vase on the display cabinet against the wall on the left.

The aura emanating from this vase gave her an odd feeling.

To avoid misjudgment, Qin Ruan closed her eyes.

Upon reopening them, a golden shimmer emerged in the depths of her pupils.

Just as Qin Ruan was about to examine the vase further, Chen Sixing shifted her position, inadvertently blocking Qin Ruan’s view.