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Chapter 319: Chapter 321 Taking Advantage of Me?_1
Having left the Wu Family by midday, Qiao Duo’er’s stomach embarrassingly grumbled.
Tan Zhenghong and Qiao Duo’er had already decided to treat Bai Yifan to a meal at the Welcoming Guest Building.
The Welcoming Guest Building, the best restaurant in White Stone Town.
"Thank you, Young Master Bai, for lending a hand. Duo’er and I are truly grateful," Tan Zhenghong sincerely expressed his thanks.
Bai Yifan waved his hand dismissively, "It was but a trifle, no need for formalities."
Yet why did he feel a strange sense of unease? Wait, they are husband and wife, what is he getting worked up for?
It must be because he saw too many snakes in the morning, making his head go funny.
Bai Yifan shook his head, casting out the odd sensation.
He ordered four dishes and a soup. Just enough for them to eat without waste, considering Tan Zhenghong’s dignity, it was the perfect amount.
While waiting for the food, Bai Yifan shared his plans for the afternoon.
"I’m an old acquaintance of the Qin County Order. I’ll introduce you to him this afternoon."
As the saying goes, having connections in high places makes things easier, and Tan Zhenghong once again expressed his gratitude.
But Qiao Duo’er’s focus was elsewhere, "When meeting the Lord County Magistrate, can I refrain from kneeling?"
"That depends on whether you’re willing to endure the discomfort," Bai Yifan said with a smile.
"Hmm?" Qiao Duo’er raised an eyebrow.
After all, the idea of kneeling to any living person made her entirely uncomfortable.
Bai Yifan proposed as if he were bestowing a great favor, "Just say that you’re my sister. If Qin Longyun dares to make you kneel, I’ll take care of him."
This would also neatly sever any tangled, messy thoughts he might have harbored.
Qiao Duo’er lifted her cup of water, "Then I’ll toast to you with tea instead of wine, big brother."
"Tan Zhenghong, you don’t mind, do you?" Bai Yifan looked towards Tan Zhenghong.
"Having one more big brother to watch over Duo’er is naturally something I’m happy about," he replied.
Tan Zhenghong also raised his cup, emphasizing that it was in honor of his older brother. He definitely would not approve of any more-than-sibling affection.
Qiao Duo’er is his wife, forever!
"But you can only call me ’Third Brother.’ I’m giving you Qin Longyun as the eldest brother, so no one in White Stone Town would dare touch you," Bai Yifan said with a laugh.
Qiao Duo’er asked with a darkened face, "Why do I feel like you’re setting me up? And who’s the other one?"
"Luo Qingfeng. If you want poison, you go straight to him. But he’s unpredictable and I don’t know where he’s holed up. You should have met him, the one who was standing by my side the first time you went to Deji Hall."
"I remember," Qiao Duo’er said, narrowing her eyes.
So, she should consider herself having gained three handsome brothers then, instantly elevating her status. 𝖓𝔬𝔳𝖕𝖚𝖇.𝖈𝔬𝔪
Hmm... no matter how she looked at it, she wasn’t losing out.
Bai Yifan teased, "Now that you have kin, if anyone bullies you, just come to us."
"Two of them don’t even know I exist yet, let’s talk about this later," Qiao Duo’er laughed it off.
Bai Yifan was sure that those two fellows would also accept Qiao Duo’er. With such a sister, wouldn’t they fiercely protect her when the time came?
After lunch, Bai Yifan took them to wait at the teahouse.
Not long after, Qin Longyun arrived, accompanied by his wife Chen Yiling.
"Sister-in-law, you seldom leave your residence; it’s a rare treat," Bai Yifan hurriedly greeted with cupped hands.
Chen Yiling smiled gently, "I heard you intended to introduce a talented individual to us, so I came to join the fun."
Being of high society, her every move was graceful and generous, making her a pleasant presence.
"Here they are. This is Qiao Duo’er, my sister, and this fellow here is her... my brother-in-law Tan Zhenghong. And these are Lord Qin and Lady Qin," Bai Yifan introduced them.
