Chapter 64: Winds of Change

Aboard the helicopter.

Xiao Yu’s eyes were closed, and a cool, refreshing ease washed over him.

The case was finally cracked.

The main culprit was caught—overseas, National Security had handled it.

The corpse smuggling syndicate would be uprooted completely.

The case was enormous; even a few rapid blasts from the Flame God Cannon barely made a difference against these criminals.

Especially for the main culprit, Owen—he’d probably wish for a fate worse than death.

And those beasts from the Crematorium? They wouldn’t end up well either.

The nation would undoubtedly spare no effort to recover any retrievable remains.

As for the unrecoverable ones… Xiao Yu felt he had done his utmost.

Wang Dong had promised him something when he left.

He’d make sure the departed found solace in the heavens.

Though Old Silver Coin was devious, as the National Security chief his work should be trustworthy, right?

No, from now on he’d steer clear of Old Silver Coin.

When faced with such political tacticians, a mere time traveler like him couldn’t afford any missteps.

Even a subtle glance or a slight change in expression could betray his true thoughts.

Oh, by the way, did the captain give a day off?

That meant he could finally go home and have some fun with his sister…

Lost in his own daydreams, Xiao Yu drifted off to sleep.

After who knows how long, the pilot finally roused him.

“These National Security types—daring to land a helicopter in the middle of the street! So brazen!”

Standing by the roadside, Xiao Yu gazed longingly as the helicopter took off and disappeared into the distance.

When he got home, he’d convince his sister to set him up with a little airplane of his own to play around with.

Ah, forget it—he’d just end up living off her support anyway.

Humming a tune, Xiao Yu set off for home…

……

Early morning.

Warm sunlight filtered through the bedroom window, bathing an embracing couple in its gentle glow.

“Get up! Today we’re visiting both sets of elders!”

Mu Qingwu’s eyes sparkled with keen interest as she looked down at her younger brother in her arms.

After returning yesterday, Xiao Yu had slept soundly in her arms all night, like an infant.

A soft, tender glow unintentionally shone from within Mu Qingwu’s eyes…

“Sis, just a little more sleep.”

Mumbling, Xiao Yu snuggled closer in his sister’s embrace and went back to sleep.

“Aren’t you afraid of getting beaten to a pulp?”

With her silky hair partially veiling the rosy flush on her delicate face, Mu Qingwu chuckled like a blossoming peony.

“Ah, geez…”

Looking rather miserable, Xiao Yu opened his eyes.

His mom was still pretty terrifying—the aura of intimidation remained.

If he got home too late, she might actually come at him to show exactly how cruel she could be.

Mu Qingwu, who was getting ready to head into the bathroom to wash up, was just about to leave.

At that moment, Xiao Yu’s eyes lit up and he leaped off the bed towards her.

“No way!”

Her cool demeanor returning, Mu Qingwu shot Xiao Yu a playful glare.

“I’ll give you a riddle: if you answer it correctly, I won’t go in.”

Xiao Yu’s eyes twinkled as he grinned, “If you can’t answer… how about we take a bath together?”

“Why would you even have to answer?”

Mu Qingwu looked at him as if he were a complete idiot. “Why should I give you a chance?”

(In other words, I’m not stupid enough to let you take advantage!)

Xiao Yu: …

His sister definitely had a few tricks up her sleeve.

But wouldn’t a woman be a bit dumber?

“Stop fooling around.”

Mu Qingwu pinched her brother’s cheek, about to head into the bathroom.

However…

Seeing Xiao Yu looking at her pitifully like a stray puppy,

her heart softened.

She knew he was up to mischief, but she just couldn’t refuse him.

“Go ahead, ask,” Mu Qingwu sighed inwardly.

“Huh?”

Xiao Yu’s face lit up with delight. “Okay, here goes… If a guy ends up with his sister-in-law’s sister, should the guy call his brother-in-law ‘brother-in-law’ or should the brother-in-law refer to him that way?”

“…”

Mu Qingwu stared blankly at her brother.

A brief laugh escaped Xiao Yu.

He chuckled triumphantly, “How’s that? Stumped you, huh?”

“Little brother…”

Mu Qingwu’s mouth twitched. “Are you feeling a bit off your rocker?”

Xiao Yu: …

Ignoring him, Mu Qingwu turned and stepped into the bathroom.

But—she didn’t close the door!

Xiao Yu was dumbfounded.

What was that supposed to mean?

Before he knew it, triumph replaced his confusion. He burst into delighted, engine-like laughter and dashed into the bathroom in a panic…

……

Searing through the awkwardness, Xiao Yu ended up taking a bath with his sister, and he couldn’t have been happier.

He wasn’t truly naive—he could see that his sister had reluctantly given in.

Even knowing he was faking vulnerability, she still softened her heart.

If he ever took advantage of her, he’d regret it…

Once the couple finished dressing and collected their prepared gifts, they stepped out of the house.

They spent the morning at Xiao Yu’s parents’ place and the afternoon at Mu Qingwu’s mother’s.

At night, on the way home,

Xiao Yu grabbed Mu Qingwu’s hand. “Sis, let’s go eat, catch some karaoke, and watch a movie!”

“And… you’re footing the bill for dinner? Karaoke, too? And movies?”

Mu Qingwu chuckled scornfully, “We ate, sang, and watched the movie. If you hadn’t picked on me, wouldn’t that be a bit ungrateful?”

Xiao Yu burst into laughter.

In the midst of his hearty laugh, he wrapped his arms around Mu Qingwu and pretended to be angry. “Sis, you’re always like this—you see right through me. How are we supposed to have any fun if you do?”

“Then what should I do?”

Mu Qingwu pulled her arms around her brother’s waist, her lovely face nestling against his chest.

Her heart felt settled; her eyes crinkled happily; a smile played on her lips.

Her genuine affection was impossible to hide.

“Of course, I must…”

Xiao Yu lowered his head and planted a kiss on her exquisite, radiant face. “I won’t accept any bribes—except for your kisses, sis!”

Mu Qingwu looked up and bit Xiao Yu’s neck in one swift motion.

That mischievous little brother… she almost wanted to bite him to death!