roccoschili Chapter 396 Facing Alone
Chapter 396 Facing Alone
Chapter 396 Facing Alone
Previously, when Mu Xiaoyu observed Bai Ye's treatment of Bai Luo, although it wasn't particularly enthusiastic, he at least fulfilled his responsibilities as an older brother. His words now were impeccable; if it were before, Mu Xiaoyu would definitely have advised Bai Luo to go back.
After all, for something like Chinese New Year, it's only right to stay home for a few days.
But now, to both Bai Luo and Mu Xiaoyu, a place like the Bai family's is no different from a den of wolves and tigers.
Upon hearing Bai Ye's words, Mu Xiaoyu couldn't help but chuckle. She then said to Bai Ye, "Mr. Bai also said that Luo Luo is still young and often acts entirely on her whims. She told me earlier today that she wanted to go out with me tomorrow, but she's still sleeping upstairs right now. I doubt she'll be going back with you. How about this: if Luo Luo wants to go back anytime, I can just bring her back. That way, you won't have to trouble Mr. Bai."
Upon hearing Mu Xiaoyu's words, Bai Ye immediately frowned: "Miss Mu, given your current situation, it might not be safe for you to go out during the New Year period."
At this moment, Mu Xiaoyu had to admire Bai Ye's acting skills. Looking at Bai Ye's serious expression with his brows furrowed, Mu Xiaoyu would have really thought that he was concerned about them before. But now, apart from feeling annoyed, she truly admired his acting skills.
She's even better than Song Yin, the Best Actress winner.
No wonder people used to say that real-life people have much better acting skills than celebrities; now it seems that this is indeed true.
Mu Xiaoyu lowered her eyes, avoiding looking at Bai Ye, lest she burst out laughing.
"Mr. Bai, don't worry. Even if we want to go out, we won't go too far. At most, we'll just wander around the neighborhood. Besides, we haven't decided yet whether we really want to go out..."
As Mu Xiaoyu spoke, she pretended to look up at the time and saw that it was almost six o'clock. Before Bai Ye could speak, she continued, "Mr. Bai, would you like to stay for dinner? If not, I'll go prepare dinner first."
Mu Xiaoyu's words clearly indicated that she didn't want Bai Ye to stay. Mu Xiaoyu had been deliberately keeping her distance from Bai Ye before, so her words now wouldn't arouse Bai Ye's suspicion.
In addition, Bai Ye was not one to fawn over others, so he nodded, said some polite words, and left.
Less than a minute after Bai Ye left, Bai Luo came downstairs. She came down very carefully, as if afraid that Bai Ye might return.
"Sister Xiaoyu, is my brother really gone?"
"They're really gone. Come down now."
Mu Xiaoyu felt helpless yet sympathetic towards Bai Luo. Sometimes the most terrifying thing is not that your family treats you badly, but that these blood relatives do things that, on the surface, do not directly harm you, but in reality, hurt you the most.
And this is exactly the situation Bai Luo is facing now.
In fact, many times, Mu Xiaoyu couldn't help but think how wonderful it would be if they were just ordinary kids from ordinary families, doing ordinary things every day.
Unfortunately, there aren't that many "what ifs" in this world.
Bai Luo's mood, which had finally improved, became somewhat depressed again after Bai Ye's arrival. Even though she had now decided to stand on Mu Xiaoyu's side, she probably still hadn't figured out how to face Bai Ye and the others.
"Sister Xiaoyu, I think I should go back tomorrow. I can't keep hiding here with you. No matter what, I have to face this matter. It's better to resolve it sooner rather than later."
Sitting at the dining table, Bai Luo ate her meal in silence for a while before speaking to Mu Xiaoyu. She had clearly thought it through, and the look in her eyes as she spoke to Mu Xiaoyu now carried an unprecedented firmness and determination.
Mu Xiaoyu didn't answer Bai Luo's question immediately. Instead, she looked at Bai Luo for a few seconds before slowly saying, "Have you thought it through? Luo Luo, I know you have your own ideas about many things, but I still can't help but say something. If you can't act like you used to when you went back, it's best not to go back for the time being."
Bai Ye and Old Master Bai are extremely shrewd people. If Bai Luo were to act even slightly off, they would definitely notice, as they live under the same roof.
At that time, not only Mu Xiaoyu and the others, but even Bai Luo himself might be in danger.
Upon hearing this, Bai Luo pursed his lips, nodded without hesitation, and said with a firm gaze, "I know, Sister Xiaoyu. I know that in your eyes many times, I am like a child, immature and particularly pretentious in many things. However, this time I have really thought things through carefully, and I am prepared to go back and face my older brother and the others. I will definitely not let them see anything amiss."
As she spoke, Bai Luo recalled the recent events, a hint of disappointment flashing in her eyes: "Moreover, I really want to resolve this matter as soon as possible, so that maybe Xiaoyu and Song Yin can make up then."
She was still blaming herself, taking all the blame upon herself.
Mu Xiaoyu felt increasingly sorry for Bai Luo, but at this moment, she couldn't say anything. Even if she did, given Bai Luo's temper, it probably wouldn't be of much use.
So she hummed in agreement.
Mu Xiaoyu ate her meal without tasting anything, her heart filled with worry for Bai Luo. After finishing the meal, she couldn't help but hold Bai Luo's hand and carefully instructed her, saying, "Luo Luo, no matter what the final outcome is, if anything happens to you, remember to contact me. Don't try to be brave on your own, okay?"
Seeing how worried Mu Xiaoyu was about her, Bai Luo was also happy. She couldn't help but reach out and hug Mu Xiaoyu, then said with a smile and in a coquettish tone, "I know, Sister Xiaoyu, don't worry about me. No matter what, I'm still a member of the Bai family. Even if they find out something's wrong with me, they won't think I'll do anything. After all, that's just my personality. Besides, even if they do find out, they definitely won't do anything to me."
Bai Luo's words made sense. After thinking about it, Mu Xiaoyu realized that she was indeed worrying too much. After all, Bai Luo was already so old, not a child who didn't understand anything. She shouldn't be so apprehensive.
So Bai Luo left the next day. She didn't let Mu Xiaoyu see her off, but instead had Bai Ye pick her up directly. She left with a smile on her face, almost no different from before.