Chapter Sixty-Six: Taking My Little Sister Shopping!

An Lan’s cheeks flushed instantly.

Shyness.

Joy.

And a deep immersion in the moment.

To maintain that atmosphere, she even leaned back of her own accord. Her hands, almost unconsciously, wrapped around Ye Wushang’s arm, and as she fell backward, he continued to move forward.

In the end, Ye Wushang half-knelt on the ground, placing her delicate figure on his knee. Their eyes met, the distance between them shrinking, so close that they could almost sense each other’s breath.

“Brother…”

Just then, Ye Wuyou, having finally recovered, walked out.

Ye Wushang hurriedly stood and helped her steady herself, awkwardly asking, “Are you alright, Lanlan?”

“As long as you’re fine, I’m fine.” Compared to Ye Wushang’s bashfulness, An Lan was far more composed and gracious.

In truth, Ye Wushang was always steady and thoughtful when handling affairs. Yet when faced with moments like these, he became shy, like a young boy.

Steadfast, yet so adorably vulnerable.

An Lan’s heart stirred even more, and she began plotting when, at last, their relationship might progress to the next stage.

“All right, everyone’s happy now.”

“No one will trouble us anymore, and what just happened has even given us some fame.”

“Everything’s settled; now we just wait for the banquet of thanks, and then the noodle shop will officially open!”

An Lan deftly shifted the conversation, saying a few words simply, and the three of them, united in purpose, continued tidying up the workshop.

Time slipped by gently, and in the blink of an eye, two days had passed.

During these days, Ye Wushang spent his daylight hours with his sister sorting out the workshop, repeatedly testing the dough and seasonings. At night, he cultivated and refined pills in his own room.

With the support of ample Langya grass, and the more than ten million earned from the Rabbit Lord, he spent a total of five million, purchasing a variety of medicinal ingredients. Combining them, he crafted five mid-grade Vital Blood Pills.

He gave one to his sister, restoring her health almost completely.

He took three himself, and the effects were extraordinary. In just two days, his cultivation had risen to the fifth stage of the Qi Tempering Realm.

“This pill is reserved for the Rabbit Lord.”

“Unfortunately, the ingredients are only mid-grade. If I had supreme-quality Langya grass, I could craft more Vital Blood Pills, and of better quality.”

“I wonder if Huang Pianruo has any news yet.”

Ye Wushang stood, slipping the last pill into his pocket. He gazed at the yellow talisman on his nightstand, lost in thought.

This was a talisman he had crafted during his recent cultivation sessions, called the Spirit Pacifying Talisman. It was primarily medicinal, capable of calming the mind and regulating emotions.

It also had a special function—“luring the snake from its hole.”

Because he intended to deal with Master Wang, he deliberately incorporated insect characteristics into its creation. When activated, it could lure the parasite out of its host, breaking the vessel and causing the curse to fail.

Yet, this was his first time using a talisman; its true effect would only become clear through practice.

The phone rang suddenly, interrupting his thoughts.

He pulled out his phone and saw it was An Lan.

These past two days, no matter how busy she was, An Lan always made time to help. Thanks to her planning and promotion, news of the noodle shop’s reopening had spread throughout the city.

As the once-famous Ye Family Noodles prepared to reopen, old customers were delighted, and new ones eager to try. Clearly, when the doors opened, business would be booming!

“Hello, Lanlan.”

Ye Wushang was genuinely grateful to her. He answered with a gentle tone, warm and friendly.

An Lan laughed cheerfully. “What’s this? You sound happy.”

“I called to remind you that tonight at six, remember to go to Imperial Hotel for security duty.”

“And bring your sister along. The hotel has a chef with real skill at making noodles—you two can learn a thing or two.”

“So, while you still have time, take Wuyou shopping for clothes. Dress up a little tonight.”

“I’m too busy; if I had the time, I’d take her myself.”

Ye Wushang’s heart warmed.

No matter when or where, she always thought of him and his sister.

Whether she had something to ask of him or other intentions, her kindness alone was enough for him to make sure tonight’s security work would be flawless.

“Thank you, Lanlan.”

“I was planning to do just that, even if you hadn’t mentioned it.”

“The noodle shop opens tonight; I want Wuyou to look beautiful, to let her be the little boss.”

After a few more words, Ye Wushang hung up.

He put away the talisman, woke his sister who was still lazing in bed, and the siblings left the villa for the mall!

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Guanghui Tower was a commercial center in Jinghan City that combined dining, entertainment, and shopping. Located in the heart of the city, every inch of space was precious. The clientele here were all wealthy or influential figures.

At this moment, a black luxury car was parked at the entrance.

“Xiaocui, wear this pinhole camera carefully, and don’t lose it.”

“I’ve received word that Ye Wushang will bring his sister here to shop. From the moment they arrive, start tailing them.”

“Gather all the information—I don't want any slip-ups.”

Huang Pianruo handed the camera to Xiaocui.

Xiaocui accepted it, but her expression was displeased. “Miss, I don’t understand you.”

“Even if he cured the young master, and I believe he didn’t approach you deliberately, there’s no need to follow him like this…”

“Don’t talk nonsense.”

Huang Pianruo gave her a look and mused, “He asked me to find supreme-quality Langya grass.”

“My master has some, but the seeds are damaged—they need to be repaired and cultivated.”

“I’m not sure I can deliver. If I collect his information and analyze his words carefully, what if he gets upset and refuses my request to learn from him?”

She valued Ye Wushang highly.

She wanted to learn from him, and also to deepen their connection.

To that end, she had done her homework—not only knowing he would bring his sister shopping here today, but also that tonight was the An family’s banquet, and he would be in charge of security.

She didn’t know how he secured that job, but with his abilities and character, it was well deserved.

“But, Miss…”

“They’re here, they’re here.”

Seeing the siblings stepping out of the car, Huang Pianruo grew inexplicably excited, grabbing Xiaocui and urging, “Go, quickly.”

“Remember, capture every detail, but don’t let anyone notice.”

“If you mess this up, I’ll send you back to the countryside to tend your grandmother’s chickens—I won’t let you play anymore.”

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“Oh, brother, why did you bring me here?”

After getting out of the car, Ye Wuyou looked at the grand, luxurious shopping center, feeling a bit inferior deep down.

She knew An Lan’s family was wealthy, and her brother was capable, but she didn’t want to spend recklessly—she always tried to save.

She was happy to attend An Lan’s banquet tonight, and buying clothes was reasonable. But shopping in a place like this had to be expensive, and she didn’t want to waste money.

After all, with the noodle shop about to open, there were plenty of expenses ahead.

“Come on, let’s go.”

Ye Wuyou tried to pull her brother away, but Ye Wushang stood firm, waving his hand. “Wuyou, you’ve suffered so much since you were little. Now that life’s finally getting better, what’s wrong with buying something nice? Brother will buy it for you—don’t worry about the money, just enjoy.”

“If you really care, then sell noodles and try to earn the money back…”

“You’re teasing me, brother.”

Ye Wuyou pouted. “A bowl of noodles is ten yuan—how many bowls would I have to sell to pay for one dress?”

“Haha.”

Ye Wushang laughed, drawing his sister into an embrace. “All right, stop worrying. Come, let’s buy clothes.”

“Brother listens to you about everything, but this time, you have to listen to me.”

“My sister is the prettiest girl in the world, so the prettiest person should wear the prettiest clothes.”

In the end, unable to resist her brother’s insistence, Ye Wuyou followed him.

But as they walked, she kept reminding him not to buy anything too expensive—just whatever was suitable.

After a while, the siblings stopped at the third floor, in an international chain boutique called “A Hundred Charms.”

The clothes here were pricey, but catered to young women, especially those in their early twenties.

Both the styles and materials radiated an air of princess-like elegance, pleasing to the eye.

Since it was a women’s boutique, Ye Wushang asked the staff to guide his sister through the store while he waited outside.

He was handsome and tall, dressed in a tailored suit for the security job, giving off a refined, approachable aura. Many women passing by glanced at him, some even stopping to greet him or ask for his contact, but he politely declined them all.

Just then, Lan Ruoshuang and her close friend Zheng Yiren were also out shopping.

Yesterday, she heard that Sun Chuanzi had been beaten and was now in a vegetative state, leaving Sun Chuanlong devastated.

Their wedding was postponed, and rumors linked the incident to that useless fellow—causing her much frustration.

Bored and restless, she was dragged out shopping by her friend as a way to vent.

“Ruoshuang, stop brooding. Look over there—just his back looks so handsome. Should we go over and flirt a bit?”

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