Having found a demon, I've decided to raise her.

Now that they've temporarily gotten rid of it, they'll inevitably have a good cry when they go back. The parents will be crying their hearts out, lecturing while simultaneously weeping, putting them under immense psychological pressure.

Honestly, mixed doubles is child's play.

My sister sighed and said—

"Parents, going too far is also not good."

She knows that even when she dotes on her younger brother, she shouldn't push him too hard; letting go appropriately is also very important.

Chen Ming said with relief—

"Thank goodness you're here, sister. Unlike those two son-obsessed girls, you're my companion. That's wonderful."

If his older sister spoiled him like they did, Chen Ming would never have a peaceful life.

He smiled and said—

"Luckily, they are just ordinary siblings. If they went too far like that, it would be too painful."

"Uh...ah...yes."

The older sister sounded slightly guilty.

If you were to ask this family member who likes Chen Ming the most, both parents would undoubtedly confirm that it's the older sister, and only Chen Ming has always felt that this is a normal sibling relationship.

Or perhaps she was quite good at hiding it from Chen Ming? No, it's more that Chen Ming was oblivious to his sister's true nature.

She decided to change the subject and said—

"Okay, I understand. I'll keep it a secret for now."

"Thank you, sister. You're the best."

"..."

There was a moment of silence on her end. Chen Ming could think he heard her take two deep breaths, then whisper—

"You're just bullying me..."

"what?"

"Nothing, has the phone I ordered for you arrived yet?"

"It won't arrive until tomorrow, it's pretty fast."

Chen Ming filled a basin with water and poured it over his head, the water splashing loudly. He shook his head and then dried himself. Why did he feel that his sister's attitude was softer this time? In the past, he would at least have to use some persuasion.

Now you're agreeing so readily.

Unbeknownst to him, his sister was overwhelmed with guilt and her icy demeanor was completely betrayed; if others saw her like this, her image would crumble.

Chen Ming finished showering, put on his clothes, took his phone out of the waterproof bag, and said—

"Sister, you're acting a little strange tonight."

"Huh? What? What's strange?"

My sister felt a chill run down her spine. Had they discovered something? Was that blockhead finally going to see the light?

Chen Ming said—

"A bit distracted?"

"Your imagination."

My sister, feeling guilty, quickly said—

"Okay, I just wanted to ask you about what happened before. Now that I'm done, I'll hang up. Bye."

"Uh, bye..."

Chen Ming hadn't finished speaking when his sister hung up. He stared at his phone screen, scratching his head.

Is it really necessary to be in such a hurry?

……

……

The older sister placed her phone on the bedside table. Swiping to the left on the home screen revealed a photo of Chen Ming, though of course no one knew about this.

She hugged the blanket, rolled around on the bed a few times, and buried her face in it.

"Chen Xiao, want to go get some late-night snacks... What's wrong with you?"

Her roommate and colleague came over and was slightly startled by the sight of Chen Xiao rolling around.

Chen Xiao's eyes sharpened as she looked at her roommate and said—

"Don't go."

"Hey? Come on, come on! Why don't you ever go anywhere? Do you know people say you're aloof?"

"I don't want to go."

Chen Xiao shook his head, looking completely unconcerned.

Her roommate blinked, looked at the phone whose screen had just been turned off, thought for a moment, and said—

"Could it be your boyfriend? This is the first time I've seen you make that face."

"No."

That would be great, but Chen Xiao and Chen Ming are currently just siblings.

Currently.

She emphasized it to herself.

Seeing that his roommate still wouldn't give up, Chen Xiao had no choice but to say—

"I haven't been paid yet, I have no money."

"You're lying. You hardly spend any money at all. You don't buy a lot of cosmetics or clothes... yet you still look so good. It's infuriating."

Her roommate climbed onto her bed and reached out to pinch her cheek.

Chen Xiao frowned and said—

"Jiajia...it hurts..."

"It's supposed to hurt, so tell me honestly. Who were you buying the phone for when you told me you were helping me buy it? And why is the recipient listed as 'my wife Lexington'? Who is Lexington?"

"Yes, Madam."

Chen Xiao also knew what games Chen Ming had played and had seriously looked into them, since they were things his younger brother liked, and he also knew about Paradox Interactive games.

Jiajia was completely confused and said—

"What wife? No, I said wife, of course we're married so she's my wife... Um, don't interrupt, tell me, are you hiding something from me?"

"...I'm keeping a lot of things from you."

"Gulp... You actually dare to say that, Chen Xiao? We're friends!"

"Just friends."

"Is that so? Is it just at the level of 'just' in your mind?"

"Friends don't know everything, right? What about privacy?"

"Ugh... I don't care! Just tell me the truth."

Jiajia persisted, looking at Chen Xiao's indifferent expression, and asked—

"Hey, have you been scammed?"

"what?"

"I heard you recently spent a lot of money? You're not usually the type to spend money lavishly, and then you bought someone a cell phone?"

Jiajia frowned as she spoke, and said—

"You're not, are you, keeping a gigolo?"

"..."

Chen Xiao was speechless for a moment. Seeing Jiajia's serious expression, she also answered seriously—

"Yes, you're right."

Chapter 30 That really is my brother

"Just kidding."

Chen Xiao looked at Jiajia's shocked expression and said this without any emotion.

Jiajia clearly didn't believe her. She gave her friend the look of someone who had gone astray, bit her lower lip, and said—

"Xiaoxiao, although everyone thinks you're very smart and talented, and you usually seem very calm, it's actually because you haven't been exposed to much of the world. It's not surprising that you got scammed..."

"...Okay, actually it's my younger brother."

Chen Xiao sensed that something was wrong and quickly told the truth.

But Jiajia didn't believe her at all. She grabbed Chen Xiao's shoulders and said—

"Brother! Every guy who keeps a gigolo claims to be a brother! Chen Xiao, wake up! Don't keep being fooled. How much money have you already lost? If it's not a lot, get out of there now."

"Hmm...this number."

Chen Xiao gestured to her, and Jiajia's eyes widened as she asked—

"And your workplace?"

"Ten thousand."

"Call the police! We must call the police!"

Jiajia took out her phone to make a call. She was serious; she knew her friend was in deep trouble and she wouldn't abandon her.

Chen Xiao snatched her phone away.

Jiajia stared wide-eyed and said—

"Again."