“I’m glad you can think that way.” Xue Mu saw her eldest daughter's fighting spirit and smiled in relief.
But on second thought, Xue Mu was a little worried.
“Yang Nai.” She called out, saying, “From what you said just now, it seems like Xue Nai also has feelings for Higashiya Masahito.”
Yang Nai frowned at the words, her eyes betraying a hint of hostility.
What does that mean?
Does she have to give way because her younger sister also has feelings for Higashiya Masahito?
If it were anything else, Yang Nai wouldn't mind giving way. She had placed her hopes for a life of freedom on her sister, Xue Nai.
But this time, she wouldn't give in!
“Yang Nai…”
Xue Mu was taken aback by her eldest daughter's wary gaze.
She sighed inwardly, thinking, "Girls grow up too fast."
She didn't even need to remind Yang Nai to get closer to Higashiya Masahito; her own daughter had already fallen for him, and she was eager to push her towards him.
“What I mean is, you should be mindful of your sister's feelings.” Xue Mu said.
“I will.” Yang Nai nodded calmly.
“Alright, I'll contact the police about the workers who died at the construction site. They have experience in dealing with these things.” Xue Mu pondered for a moment, then said, “Also, come to my study tomorrow, and I'll give you all the records of the paranormal events.”
“Mother?” Yang Nai was taken aback. “Didn't you say it's better not to know?”
“That was before.”
Xue Mu nodded, her expression tinged with bitterness. She looked at her eldest daughter with worry, saying, “But there's a strange pattern to these paranormal events. Anyone who experiences one will encounter them frequently throughout their lives… It's like a curse, impossible to escape.”
“This…” Yang Nai's eyes widened, and her breath hitched.
“Sigh, my poor daughter.” Xue Mu went over and embraced Yang Nai, saying, “That's why you need to hold onto Higashiya Masahito, not just for the Xue Zhi Xia family, but for you.”
Yang Nai felt a pang of sadness, her eyes welling up.
Her mother was finally expressing her concern for her.
…
…
A few days later.
Yang Nai met with Higashiya Masahito, the two of them alone at a restaurant.
“Good evening, Higashiya.”
Yang Nai waved in greeting, her smile bright and cheerful, as if she had completely recovered from the fear of the spider curse spirit.
“Good evening, are we the only ones here today?” Higashiya Masahito sat down and asked curiously.
“Yes, we are.” Yang Nai winked, her smile mischievous. “I wanted to express my gratitude to Higashiya-kun in private. It’s a bit difficult to say it in front of Xue Nai and Xiao Jing.”
As she spoke, her face flushed slightly, revealing a shy expression.
Higashiya Masahito was startled.
Are you serious?
“Hahaha, just kidding.” Yang Nai suddenly burst into laughter. She pulled out a bank card from her pocket and pushed it towards Higashiya Masahito.
“I don’t know your fee, so I’ve prepared 200 million.”
“If it’s not enough, I’ll make up the difference.”
Higashiya Masahito pondered for a few seconds.
He shook his head and didn’t take the bank card. He said, “Give this money to the families of the deceased. It’s my personal condolences.”
Two hundred million wasn't much to him.
He was currently living and eating at Hiratsuka Jing's place, spending her money, and he wasn't short of cash.
But those families of the deceased desperately needed it.
In Japanese society, women are usually housewives who don't work, and their only source of income is their husband's salary.
The workers on construction sites are mostly men.
Losing their main source of income, many families could face difficulties.
“Is that so?”
Yang Nai was stunned for a few seconds before she recovered.
She didn’t seem to expect Higashiya Masahito to refuse the payment and donate it to the families of the deceased.
“I understand.”
Yang Nai gave Higashiya Masahito a deep look, thinking, “As expected of the man I’ve got my eye on.”
“I’ll supervise this money to make sure it reaches those who need it!” Yang Nai solemnly made a promise.
“I believe you.” Higashiya Masahito smiled and nodded.
Then, they enjoyed a light and pleasant dinner.
Even though they were eating together for the first time and had only known each other for less than a week.
Yang Nai acted like an old friend, chatting enthusiastically with Higashiya Masahito about various things, and freely revealing her daily life and aesthetic preferences.
When something funny came up, she would rest her hand on Higashiya Masahito's shoulder and laugh merrily.
It has to be said that Yang Nai was far more captivating than her younger sister.
Curvaceous, with alluring curves.
Those round, full curves trembled with her laughter, a hint of snowy whiteness seemingly about to burst forth, ready to bounce onto Higashiya Masahito's face.
But Yang Nai seemed oblivious.
She didn’t realize her exposure or how inappropriate it was.
Instead, she became even more excited as she spoke, her pair of slender, shapely white legs brushing against Higashiya Masahito's legs under the table, intentionally or unintentionally.
‘I see.’
Higashiya Masahito wasn't sure at first, but he gradually understood.
He remained calm, reaching out under the table and placing his hand on Yang Nai's snowy thigh, gently stroking it.
Yang Nai's body stiffened for a moment, her face instantly flushed.
Panic arose within her.
‘Damn, this guy’s a pro!’
Her original plan was to exude her charm as an older sister, feigning aloof closeness to lure Higashiya Masahito into her trap.
Dealing with a sixteen-year-old boy, shouldn’t she be able to handle him with ease?
But Higashiya Masahito’s move directly put her on the defensive.
“Higashiya-kun, you’re naughty.” Yang Nai pretended to be relaxed, pushing away the hand on her thigh and rising from her seat to walk towards the room’s exit.
She was actually freaking out inside.
She was afraid that Higashiya Masahito, with his youthful vigor, might lose control and devour her in a moment of passion.
‘I need to create some distance!’
‘Also, I need to implement a new plan!’
‘I underestimated Higashiya!’
Yang Nai mused to herself.
But as she turned, her hand was caught.
“Higashiya-kun?”
Yang Nai’s body froze, her eyes darting around, seeking an escape route.
“The mood is here, Yang Nai, you won't let me go empty-handed, will you?” Higashiya Masahito said with a smirk.
Yang Nai's heart skipped a beat.
She forced a smile and said, “Although Higashiya-kun is very handsome, and I’m very fond of you, I’d like to spend more time getting to know each other, okay?”
“Really, it seems you’re rejecting me then.” Higashiya Masahito looked dejected as he released her hand.
Yang Nai couldn’t help but curl her lips.
She could see right through Higashiya Masahito's attempt to pull her in.
But, she was the one who initiated this, wasn’t she?
So she had to let him play his hand.
‘You damn mischievous boy, I’ll count this as a loss, but I’ll get you back someday!’
Yang Nai snorted inwardly. She walked over, bent down, and lightly pecked Higashiya Masahito on the cheek.
It was as light as a dragonfly touching water, a fleeting touch.
She didn’t have time to savor it, only a faint scent of shampoo lingered in the air.
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