C13 He Was in Trouble!

"Would you still let her bully you if I hadn't come back today, hmm?" At this moment, their posture was incredibly intimate.

Looking at Qin Xiao's handsome face so close to hers, Jee Ange felt her ears turn a bit red. She quickly stood up and explained, "No, I wouldn't."

Seeing her like this, Qin Xiao found it amusing. "Alright, go take a shower and change your clothes. Wearing a juice-stained outfit like the household staff is embarrassing."

"Okay, okay, Mr. Qin, I'll go right away." Jee Ange felt relieved and hurried back to her room. Once inside, she leaned against the door, her heart still racing.

After that day, Lan Qingyue frequently visited the Qin family. Ostensibly, she came to see Qin's father and mother, but in reality, she was there to pick on Jee Ange.

Even someone as carefree as Jee Ange gradually realized that Lan Qingyue's constant harassment was no accident. Although Qin's father and mother tried to protect her, Jee Ange still had to endure some grievances. Only when Qin Xiao was around did Lan Qingyue restrain herself a bit. So, Jee Ange often felt frustrated, wondering when this would all end.

Time flew by, and before she knew it, it was late fall.

To be fair, her time with the Qin family had been the most relaxed period of her life. No running around, no stress.

A ray of sunlight fell on Jee Ange's face as she swept the dry leaves in the yard, dreaming about staying with the Qin family forever, even just as a household staff member. It wouldn't be so bad, maybe just like Miss Lan.

"Hello, Miss Lan." Startled by the frequent visitor, Lan Qingyue, Jee Ange quickly replaced her surprise with the standard welcoming smile of the Qin family.

Today, as usual, Lan Qingyue wore an exquisite makeup and a sweet smile, strutting in high heels. She called out "Uncle" and "Aunt" with every step, carrying large bags, claiming to visit the Qin family. But everyone knew her true intentions.

At this moment, Lan Qingyue was secretly pleased. Jee Ange, feeling smug, aren't you? Let's see how you handle this. I, Lan Qingyue, won't let you continue being so arrogant!

"Ma'am, didn't you like the earrings I gave you last time? I haven't seen you wear them," Lan Qingyue said casually after some small talk. Only she knew that this seemingly innocent question was the start of something more.

Qin's mother was unaware of any underlying motives. She replied offhandedly, "Oh, I don't wear those often. I had Ange put them away."

Lan Qingyue's lips curled slightly, almost imperceptibly. She feigned a puzzled tone, "But... are you sure they're still with you?"

Qin's mother was confused and turned to Jee Ange. "Of course, Ange, I remember asking you to put them away, right?"

Jee Ange didn't think much of it, having followed the conversation, and responded, "Yes, ma'am."

"Then go get them," Lan Qingyue said, her tone commanding as she turned to Jee Ange. Both Jee Ange and Qin's mother were bewildered.

Could it be that Lan Qingyue wanted the gift back? Rumor had it that her allowance had been cut due to her antics, but she was still a lady of high standing. Surely she wasn't that desperate for money.

However, when Jee Ange reached Qin's mother's room, she started to panic.

Strange, she distinctly remembered putting them here, but they were nowhere to be found. After searching high and low, she had to admit with a nervous heart, "Ma'am... the earrings... seem to be missing."

Jee Ange's voice carried a mix of guilt and urgency.

Qin's mother paused, not because the earrings were particularly valuable, as she wasn't fond of them herself. But since they were a gift from Lan Qingyue, it was awkward to discover they were missing in front of her.