"Don't be stupid!"

A burning anger rose in Ya's eyes.

"We don't have anyone like you in our family!"

Ignoring Ye Ya's rage, Qiu Yin still had a faint smile on her face.

"Alas, Xia Jing, how did you find out? If you tell me, I think I'll be happy. ”

Qiu Yin looked at Xia Jing, with a somewhat weird smile on the corner of her mouth.

Xia Jing said coldly: "No matter who it is, it's all aware, but I'm an afterthought." ”

He even regretted it a little, if only he had noticed it as soon as Qiu Yin appeared.

No, as long as you find out in a few more seconds, you may be able to successfully protect Li Qi.

"You lied to me during the day, didn't you?"

That's right.

Qiu Yin called Xia Jing out during today's lunch break to inform him of a message.

Gossip about Anye's friends bullying Fang Yuan-

Xia Jing was convinced of Qiu Yin's words at that time.

But in retrospect, it was a lie at all, more exaggerated than a lie without a draft.

The one who bullied Fang Yuan was actually Li Qi's club partner, not Anye's friend.

"When I knew the truth, I thought you were just taking all the gossip you heard, so I forgot about it...... What a joke! It's not just a fool's errand. ”

If you had thought about it at the time, you would have been able to respond the moment Qiu Yin appeared.

But Anye, who was once suspected by himself, proved his innocence afterwards, which also made Xia Jing feel guilty, leading to the unconscious idea that "suspecting classmates is really bad, and I am not allowed to repeat the mistakes of the past".

"That's ...... You're trying to make me suspect the lies that Yeya and the others have devised them. ”

This guy knows everything from the start.

From the civil strife of the family, to Fang Yuan's bullying and having a good impression of Xia Jing, and then the relationship was inherited by Ye Ya and Li Qi betrayed Ye Ya and all other things...... She's probably one of the Prosperity faction. Although Ye Ya didn't know this person, there was only this possibility.

In this way, the logic of this series of things makes sense.

used lies to bewitch Xia Jing, in order to shake Anye Ya. This kind of damage alone would make the small and weak side of the family, who had just escaped from the village, vulnerable. Then, as long as he waits for the opportunity to release the news of Li Qi's betrayal, it is not surprising that the family will collapse in one fell swoop.

"So you didn't believe me, I'm so sad."

"What nonsense?"

"There is one thing I want to make clear to you first, Li Qi and classmate Xia Jing, your meeting is not in my plan. Actually...... My idea is for you to lure Ye Ya out, and then I will kill Ye Ya, who is currently unknown, this is my premeditated plan. Originally, it had been going on well, but it was all because of Li Qi's relationship, and the plan was all in vain...... Alas, this is also a no-brainer. Not only Ye Ya and Li Qi, but almost no one in the clan knows me! The same goes for the Prosperity faction. ”

"Who are you......?"

Is it based on the anger of being taken hostage, or is it because the daughter of the leader of the clan does not allow the existence of unknown people? I only heard Ye Ya's voice trembling.

"Is it really a member of the same clan? If so, give your parents their names. ”

Facing Ya's question......

"I don't know my father, he's just a nobody anyway. But you should know my mother. ”

…… Autumn Yin replied as she looked at the Beast of Light.

"The owner of this beast...... Ya, that's your aunt. ”

Aunt.

I remember that Li Qi said it during the day. Before they were born, someone in the clan intended to cause a rebellion, and that person was Ye Ya's mother's sister, but I remember Li Qi said-

"Impossible! Aunt Ale, she has long been ......! ”

That guy was killed in the end, wasn't he?

"You're naïve. Have you ever seen my mother die? Didn't see it, did you? It's just listening to what people tell you. ”

"Wait, if that's ......"

"yes, that's right."

In contrast to the embarrassed Ye Ya, Qiu Yin looked calm.

"I am the official heir of the Prosperity Sect's Changlu Clan...... Ah Le's daughter. And the purpose of our mother and daughter is to reclaim the patriarchal throne that your mother snatched from my mother. ”

“…… How can this be justified......"

"Originally, I wanted to bring the treasure back with me, but according to Li Qi's appearance...... You don't seem to have it with you today, do you? Or are you reluctant to take it out and use it? ”

Ye Ya, who was originally stunned, reacted immediately when she heard the word "treasure", and her attitude hardened again.

"How can you carry a treasure sword with you at every turn? Even if I had it with me, there was no reason to give it to you, the daughter of the mastermind who betrayed the village and burned the mountain. ”

"Ah, is it?"

Qiu Yin still behaved calmly, and there was no wavering on her face.

"That's okay too. Anyway, next time I have a chance, I'll kill you again and grab it. ”

Xia Jing felt a strong sense of disobedience from her smile.

Actually, I don't care at all about the detailed inside story of the family. It should be said that because the information is too sporadic for him to fully understand, he can't arouse any interest. Now Xia Jing cares more about the person Qiu Yin.

In other words, which is the real smile that comes from her heart now, Qiu Yin or Qiu Yin, who is usually at school?

If one of them is disguised, this is still within Xia Jing's understanding. Because it can be said that she is very good at acting.

But—just in case.

If she and Xia Jing's impression are the same, that is to say, her heart has not changed as much as her smile.

- This guy is an anomaly at all.

It doesn't matter if she's a human or a race, she's gone insane.

Perhaps it's because Xia Jing is human—the only foreign object in this anomalous occasion where the scene is full of deer clans, so that this sense of disobedience can be felt.

Xia Jing could understand the reason why Li Qi would become like that in the end, and Ye Ya and An Ye were the same. Even if it is a little biased, the thoughts, actions, and thinking patterns are probably the same as those of human beings. So even if they are of different races, they can understand each other and even communicate with each other.

But that's not the case at all.

There is an obvious gap with humans and Xia Jing.

I don't feel like I can communicate with her at all.

“…… Who are you? ”

Xia Jing couldn't help but blurt out the words.

Not only is the question abstract, but it also feels out of place on paper.

But......

"That's an interesting question, Xia Jing."

Qiu Yin giggled as if she understood the meaning of the words.

"Who am I? Well, this one. You're probably the only one here who knows, and you're the only one who doesn't. Because there is no connection between you and me. It's because you think you know me best, but you turn out to be ignorant of me. ”

An elegant smile hung on Qiu Yin's face. After a while, she said, "I am who I am." It's nothing else, and it's not the same as anyone. It's unique in this world, and that's who I am...... Does that answer your question? ”

was stimulated by Qiu Yin's attitude of not looking at people in his eyes, which stimulated Xia Jing's teeth, and replied angrily: "If you say it, you don't talk about it!" Idiot. Can you speak in a language I understand, you cosmic man. ”

"Ahaha!"

Hearing Xia Jing's answer, Qiu Yin smiled happily and said, "You are really the same person as I imagined." It's really interesting. It would have been nice to have invited you on a date so early...... I really admired you a little. ”

After finishing speaking, Qiu Yin just held the birdcage and turned her back.

"Stop! Where are you going to take Li Qi! We're not done yet! ”

Although Ye Ya yelled to catch up, the beast just wouldn't let her go over the thunder pool.

The beast just stared intently, slowly retreating, as if to warn the inadververt of no mercy...... Of course, it's hard to believe that this could be a living thing.

Half of her body melted into the darkness, and Qiu Yin turned her neck and shrugged her shoulders.

"You're worried. Didn't I say I wouldn't kill her? Rest assured. Our purpose is only your life and your treasure. My mother is very emotional. ”

Was she joking, or was she really going to do so? Or is Li Qi just a dispensable chicken rib for them? After waving his hand to say goodbye, Qiu Yin's figure disappeared into the darkness.

Then the beast disappeared from its place as if it had calculated that Qiu Yin had fled, just like the light that cut off the power on the screen.

There was only silence.

“…… Yaya. ”

Xia Jing couldn't hold it back, and called the girl who couldn't move in place.

Ye Ya, who still showed an unyielding attitude when he was betrayed by Li Qi, ignored Xia Jing's call at this time.

She was dressed in tattered clothes, and her head was slightly lowered to prevent her face from being revealed.

Looking at her back, a sense of remorse soared.

Here's why.

Obviously, after all kinds of twists and turns, they finally met again, and they thought that they could be each other's relatives and friends again.

Why break it up again and again?

Xia Jing felt powerless about the parting that happened again in front of him.

The black night began to mix with white objects.

Snowflakes are falling from the sky.

At noon the next day, Xia Jing was called to the Lost House.

After a few days of absence, the scenery has changed 180 degrees from the original snowy scene, and the dead wood, brown straw roof, and gray garden stones are dotted, filling with a sense of silence and desertion. Although the houses in winter are generally like this, it still makes the current summer scene quite impressive.

"You're here."

After being led in by Anno, the withered leaves came out to greet him in person.

Under the guidance of Ya, I came down to Zashiki. There is a basket of oranges on the kotatsu. Older televisions are showing educational programs for children. After re-observing it like this, this picture really looks like spending the New Year in the countryside, and Xia Jing couldn't help but smile bitterly.

"How long are you going to stay today?"

When Xia Jing was peeling oranges and watching the educational program absentmindedly, Ye Ya asked a question.

"Around seven o'clock."

As a result, yesterday Xia Jing was repaired by his parents after returning home because of the late delay in healing and some of the things that were missing, so he had to go back early today - even more so as a student who skipped class without telling his parents.

Then again, what a ridiculous level these guys are?

After Akiyin left.

They used the treasures brought by Anye, who was belated, to heal Xia Jing's injuries nine times out of ten. Obviously bruised all over his body and broken a few ribs, he is now able to walk normally. Although the pain has not yet healed completely, it is a little difficult, but the effect is like magic.

In contrast, Ye Ya was obviously covered with knife wounds and bruises, but he fully recovered in one night without receiving treatment. It's really a good iron-beaten body, and Xia Jing also feels surprised and admired.

Still, there are things that can't be turned back into their original form.

"You'll finish dinner before leaving, right?"

Ya looked here again.

"Is that okay?"

"Of course. I had a burger tonight because I didn't eat anything yesterday. And it's going to be a pineapple. ”

“…… Wait a minute, I don't want to add pineapple. ”

"Why? It tastes sweet and goes well with meat. ”

"Are you a nerd! The combination of meat and fruit is a side story, and I don't have anything like that on my menu! ”

"Ahh

Ye Ya's eyes widened in shock.

"It was so quick to find out that there was a mismatch in preferences. In this way, the future of the couple's life is worried. ”

"Who is going to marry whom? I didn't promise you. ”

"You tsundere."

"I'll just tell you I'm not!"

Ye Yale looked like a childish child with a happy heart and a laughing belly.

- I can't stand it. The consciousness displayed when he was obviously serious would even be confused by the adults.

Just when Xia Jing was thinking about this kind of thing, Anye came to help bring tea. Yesterday she regretted that she couldn't catch up with the bottom of her heart, but now she can't see that appearance at all, and her behavior is normal.

The sound of kitchen knives coming from the kitchen is so regular that it is doubtful that it can be adjusted in centimeters of seconds. Anai is preparing for the cooking. You mean that the taste of a dead man's food can't be wrong, right?

Because it was the first class in the afternoon, I always felt that my eyelids were getting heavier and heavier. Besides, last night's fatigue has not yet recovered, and what is even more unbearable is that it is warmed by the stove.

Just when Xia Jing closed his eyes and was about to doze off, Ye Ya spoke quietly: "Xia Jing...... Can you stay with me for a while? ”

"How?"

As soon as he opened his eyes to face her, Ye Ya stood up. It seemed as if she was planning to go outside.

It's not hard to predict where she wants to go.

Xia Jing silently followed behind Ye Ya. Anno sipped tea and watched the two leave. The two of them pulled open their jackets, walked through the corridor, and put on straw sandals in the corridor to go outside. Then I walked half a circle around the outside of the house to the backyard, where the space was somewhat empty, and the sunlight was shining through the gaps in the leaves.

“…… This is it. ”

Sure enough, as I expected, it was right-

At the destination, there are two stones that are slightly larger in the ground.

The earth on the ground is carefully paved, and the shape of the stones is quite magnificent. I guess I found it somewhere else!

"I'm sorry. That's all I can do for you. ”

"It's already good."

Xia Jing smiled.

Frankly, I don't care about form and decency. After all, he usually doesn't believe in any religion, so Xia Jing doesn't have a certain insistence on how to sacrifice and hang is the most appropriate.

But—

If the two of them can sleep side by side happily, there will be no better outcome.

Xia Jing suddenly raised his gaze.

I had been looking at the stones so much that I didn't notice that there was a tall cherry tree next to it. In this season, the trees are naturally smooth, and I believe that when spring comes, they will be full of flowers.