Chapter 1179: Guessed It

Unintentional words by the speaker, but intentional for the listener. Gu Jin’an was taken aback by these words, his expression somewhat unnatural, but he quickly collected himself and began rearranging the gift for Master Ouyang: "What secret meeting? Young ladies shouldn’t say such things carelessly. If people hear, it won’t be good for your reputation."

Gu Jin’an would’ve been better off not saying this, as Gu Jinli immediately responded with an "eh?" and said, "Why is Brother suddenly reprimanding me? I was just joking and said it at home, so no outsiders could possibly know. Is Brother worrying a bit too much?"

Gu Jin’an paused, clearly a bit annoyed and regretting his words. Normally, he would have just ignored her remarks and not interacted with her.

Seeing this, Gu Jinli frowned slightly: "Something’s off. Brother, you’re acting very strange this morning. Did you encounter some trouble? Don’t hide it from us. Tell us so we can all come up with a solution together."

Gu Jin’an felt embarrassed to death—how could he voice his thoughts? If anyone else found out, he’d be too shy to mention it, and it wouldn’t look good for Miss Ouyang... After all, it was he who developed feelings, and he still didn’t know if he could have his way.

Thinking of the gap between him and Miss Ouyang, Gu Jin’an was stunned for a few breaths before he completely concealed all his expressions and continued to arrange the thank-you gifts for Master Ouyang.

Seeing this, Gu Jinli narrowed her eyes, feeling even more that something was wrong.

Brother has a problem, and it’s something he can’t solve alone, otherwise he wouldn’t have transitioned from being nearly seen through by her annoyance to complete indifference.

Gu Jin’an didn’t want to be gazed at by Gu Jinli. This sister was too smart, and if she figured something out, it wouldn’t be good.

"Where’s the wine you made? Bring a few bottles, I’ll take them to Master Ouyang."

Gu Jinli said, "I’ve already prepared it, I’ll go fetch it for you, and I prepared some ham too."

Gu Jinli knew about Master Ouyang helping Gu Jin’an, so she had long prepared a generous gift.

"I’ll help Second Sister get the ham," Brother Cheng said, quickly running off with Gu Jinli. Once they exited his and Gu Jin’an’s courtyard, he tugged at Gu Jinli’s sleeve and asked, "Second Sister also thinks Brother is acting strange?"

"Hmm, why do you say that? Did you notice something?" Gu Jinli slowed her pace, asking Brother Cheng.

Brother Cheng nodded and said, "When I saw Brother in the county yesterday and mentioned Ouyang Family’s sister, he seemed very off."

The little guy pondered, glanced around to ensure no one was listening, and then said to Gu Jinli: "Brother used to be annoyed by women, avoiding the topic whenever it came up, but yesterday, he not only talked, he asked questions, and had a weird expression on his face."

Gu Jinli was excited. Oh my gosh, could it be her brother has some gossip!

"What was weird about Brother’s expression? Tell me," Gu Jinli said.

Brother Cheng, being observant, recounted the expressions he saw on Gu Jin’an’s face at the time and then looked at Gu Jinli, saying, "It was like when Brother San Lang sees Second Sister, or when you see a big pile of silver, with bright eyes and a twinkling smile in them."

Gu Jinli: "You sure have a lot of adjectives."

But, she got it!

Hahaha, could Brother be having a secret crush?

Good heavens, Gu Jinli was completely thrilled—what had she discovered? This gossip was extraordinary.

Brother Cheng watched his Second Sister burst into laughter, took two steps back and frowned: "Second Sister, why are you laughing? It’s kind of scary. What did you figure out? Hurry and tell me. I want to know what’s up with Brother too. He’s never been like this, it’s quite worrying."

Gu Jinli: "What are you worried about? This is normal. He was acting abnormal when he used to hide at the mere mention of ’girl.’

Who could understand how she always worried her exceedingly handsome brother might have a thing for men?

Now she’s completely relieved; her brother is into girls. Although the Ouyang family is quite different socially, she believes that as long as her brother wants to and their family works hard, it’s not impossible.

"Hmm?" Brother Cheng grew even more puzzled, "What do you mean, Second Sister? I don’t understand anything. Can’t you be upfront?"

Brother Cheng furrowed his little eyebrows, looked at his Second Sister, then reluctantly took off his money bag and handed it to Gu Jinli: "This is my saved pocket money. Second Sister, don’t mind if it’s little, take it."

Gu Jinli looked at him and laughed: "Kid, you’re trying to buy information from me with money?"

Brother Cheng nodded: "Yes, Second Sister likes money."

"I do like money, but this isn’t enough to buy my information," Gu Jinli didn’t take Brother Cheng’s money and said: "I know you’re curious, but now it’s not the time for us to meddle. Let Brother figure it out first; we’ll talk once he gets somewhere."

Don’t know what Miss Ouyang thinks of Brother, if she isn’t interested, it wouldn’t be right for them to interfere.

Brother Cheng was annoyed: "Second Sister, you’re so bad. I was the one who helped you guess Brother’s thoughts, but now you’re not telling me, making me worry."

Gu Jinli: "Who’s making you worry? I’ve said there’s nothing to worry about, it’s good news."

Brother Cheng: "If it’s good news, why not tell me?"

Gu Jinli placed her hand on Brother Cheng’s head and said: "You’re talking too much, stop asking. Just remember, when we go to Master Ouyang’s house, listen to Brother, follow his instructions, and be nice to the two Ouyang sisters."

Wait, two Ouyang sisters, she needs to figure out which one Brother likes.

"Did Brother ask about Third Miss yesterday?" Gu Jinli asked.

Brother Cheng snorted: "I’m not saying. Second Sister, you didn’t tell me what you figured out, so I won’t tell you. If you want to know, let’s trade."

Gu Jinli laughed, you little rascal, trying to bargain with me? Too bad, Sister doesn’t fall for that.

"Brother Wang said Miss Wu is somewhat two-faced, so it must be Third Miss."

Given Brother’s standards, he wouldn’t fall for someone superficial who looks down on peasants.

"Come, let’s quickly grab the drinks and ham, so as not to delay Brother’s matters." Gu Jinli said no more, dragging Brother Cheng back to the courtyard where she lived with Gu Jinxiu, picked up the six bottles of wine and a ham prepared earlier, and returned with Brother Cheng to Gu Jin’an’s courtyard.

"Brother, the things are ready, I’ve already packed them in the box for you, just take it and go." Gu Jinli looked at her brother with a knowing auntie smile, cheering him on internally.

Gu Jin’an saw Gu Jinli’s smiling face and frowned almost into a knot, what kind of smile was this? It was terrifying.

But Gu Jin’an decided to ignore his sister’s terrifying smile, instead raising his voice to say: "Zezi, prepare the carriage. Xiao Tuan, come help with the things, let’s go now."