Chapter 1448 - 812: Side Effects Occurred

Chapter 1448: Chapter 812: Side Effects Occurred

Upon hearing these words, Big Brother Shan’s heart suddenly skipped a beat, and a guilty expression climbed onto his face.

He pursed his lips, hard-pressed to utter a word, but he truly felt overwhelmingly guilty.

He had not expected his thoughts to be seen through so swiftly. How could someone be so astute? Could it really be that obvious?

In fact, there wasn’t a single issue with the contract; everything that was just requested had been included.

But he really didn’t want to sign the contract that quickly, nor did he want to call anyone "Big Brother" so soon.

After all, it started with everyone calling him Big Brother, but now he’s been relegated to a little brother status.

Who could adjust to that so rapidly? There’s a process to undergo a change like this.

He was thinking of stalling for time, even ignoring Baldy’s plea for help earlier, wanting to buy some time to think.

But unexpectedly, he was seen through straight away and even heard these statements.

He felt somewhat shocked, but what should he do now?

Should he continue to pretend he knows nothing, or just come clean?

Big Brother Shan was already struggling, his complexion turning very unsightly.

He slightly narrowed his eyes and, in the end, mustered the courage to rest his gaze on Qin Yuan.

"I think you’ve got it wrong. I didn’t have such thoughts; I just wanted to be cautious, that’s all."

𝐟𝗿𝐞𝚎𝚠𝐞𝚋𝕟𝐨𝚟𝐞𝕝.𝕔𝕠𝚖

"I have to look at each and every clause to avoid falling into a pit, so I’ve been seriously reviewing it here."

"It’s not as you say; I haven’t finished reviewing yet. Just wait a little longer, and once I’m done, we can sign it immediately."

Upon hearing this, Qin Yuan wasn’t surprised in the slightest.

His face remained very calm, showing no signs of wanting to speak.

He didn’t even blink or say a word right now.

Silence had already spread between them, the quiet now truly profound.

There was even an awkwardness in the air.

Moon Crescent furrowed her brows slightly, then began to speak deliberately and emphatically.

"You must be lying to me here, do you think I would believe what you’re saying? Don’t you think you’re being too hypocritical?"

"And you have the nerve to say such things here. I truly think you are a very hypocritical person; you were the first one to review it."

"Now you’re the last one who hasn’t finished, isn’t it because you want to keep acting like Big Brother a while longer? But they’re no longer calling you Big Brother."

They never called Big Brother Shan "Big Brother" from the get-go; it was just "Bro."

That doesn’t count as Big Brother. What kind of Big Brother is that?

Being a Big Brother is entirely different; these are two different levels altogether.

It is precisely because of the difference that so much emphasis is put here, wondering what he’s thinking now.

With this thought, Moon Crescent showed an extremely disdainful expression on her face, yet she continued to speak abruptly.

"This ’Big Brother’ role of yours is as good as non-existent. Is there any point in continuing this pretense? Give up already; stop trying to stay Big Brother."

"Besides, you’re not like Yuanqing. Yuanqing can actually be a good Big Brother. By dragging your feet like this, it’s truly exasperating."

"Yuanqing has already given you so much time to think, yet you haven’t come to a decision. Is there a problem with your brain?"

Indeed, Qin Yuan had given Big Brother Shan plenty of time, as he had also stepped inside for a while.

The time provided was more than sufficient, yet he still delayed.

Truly speechless.

He didn’t want to say a single word.

Qin Yuan’s lips twitched slightly, with no intention to speak any further.

Silence continued to unfold between them, and Ling Yu, despite witnessing this scene, couldn’t bring himself to utter a word. They looked very calm right now.

Not blinking much at all, they seemed like robots, or perhaps marionettes moved by someone’s hand.

In the sight of this, Black Bear couldn’t keep calm anymore and couldn’t help but ask again.

"Big Brother Shan, if there’s anything you don’t understand, just tell us. We can help you analyze it; after all, we’ve just finished reviewing the contract as well."

"We’ve already got a clear understanding of anything that could have been confusing, so there’s nothing left unclear. If you really have questions, you can ask us."

"Or, you can ask him directly for a clearer explanation."

Hearing this, Qin Yuan slightly narrowed his eyes.

He obviously knew who Black Bear meant by ’him’—it was himself, wasn’t it?

So would Big Brother Shan ask?

It seemed he wouldn’t.

Especially since Qin Yuan was well aware of Big Brother Shan’s character.

Knowing that he wouldn’t ask is why there was so much emphasis placed here.

He didn’t hold any hope at this point; what hope was there left to speak of?

Qin Yuan didn’t say anything, his gaze still very cold.

After a good while, Ling Yu subconsciously glanced at Qin Yuan, noticing he remained silent.

Qin Yuan then looked at Moon Crescent.

Moon Crescent’s face showed a very serious expression, she slightly curved her lips and then seriously spoke up.

"I know you’ve always wanted to be the Big Brother, but you can be the Second Brother too. Now that the Big Brother position is taken, Second Brother isn’t a bad alternative."