Chapter 57 Lin Ling's Intentions
After making up his mind, Ye Fei felt much lighter all of a sudden and began to chat and laugh with Ye Yunqi. Seeing her beloved brother in high spirits again, Ye Yunqi also became extremely happy. She even walked more cheerfully, unaware that her pure self might be devoured tonight. Even if she knew, she probably would be even happier.
Upon returning to the classroom and seeing Lin Ling, Ye Yunqi felt somewhat embarrassed. Although she and Ye Fei also had feelings for each other, she had essentially stolen someone else's man, or rather, divided him from someone else. This made her feel a kind of uneasiness when facing Lin Ling, akin to a concubine meeting the main wife.
Even though Lin Ling's disagreement would never lead to a separation between Ye Yunqi and Ye Fei, she desired a harmonious outcome. Therefore, she felt it necessary to inquire about Lin Ling's thoughts.
Despite Ye Fei already possessing powers beyond what Ye Yunqi could imagine, he was still oppressed by his sister and lover. Shortly after sitting next to Lin Ling, Ye Yunqi was shooed away to her own seat, while Lin Ling engaged in a quiet conversation with Lin Ling.
"Ling, will you really marry my brother in the future?" After chatting for a while, Ye Yunqi suddenly posed this question.
Lin Ling blushed slightly. After all, she was only sixteen years old, and discussing this seemed a bit premature. However, she nodded firmly and said, "I will. Since our parents decided, I have been determined to stay with him."
Ye Yunqi was surprised by her answer. Did she not actually like her brother in her heart? Although it appeared that she was competing with Lin Ling for Ye Fei now, Ye Yunqi felt somewhat uncomfortable. She hurriedly asked, "If our parents hadn't arranged this marriage, would you still marry my brother?"
This time, Lin Ling did not answer immediately. She lowered her head in thought for a while before saying, "I think I would. Although I don't quite understand what love is yet, I do know that I wouldn't be happy in this lifetime if I weren't with him."
Lin Ling's words were vague, but Ye Yunqi immediately understood her meaning. It seemed that her love for Ye Fei was subtle yet deeply ingrained, just like Ye Yunqi's. Lin Ling loved Ye Fei to the extreme, albeit expressing it differently, which only strengthened Ye Yunqi's resolve to spend her life with them.
"What if another girl also falls in love with my brother? What would you do?" Ye Yunqi nervously asked this question, her heart racing and palms sweating.
However, Lin Ling was unaware of Ye Yunqi's apprehensions. She smiled faintly and said, "It would depend on his feelings. If he prefers that girl more, I would bless their relationship."
Ye Yunqi was taken aback. She hadn't expected Lin Ling to have no intentions of competing. If it weren't for their long history together, Ye Yunqi might have doubted the sincerity of her words. She couldn't help but ask, "Don't you want to win him over?"
"I only want him to be happy, without any difficulties," Lin Ling smiled faintly, yet her eyes were earnest.
Ye Yunqi felt a bit ashamed. She was worried about being rejected, while Lin Ling seemed capable of making the decision to step back. If this continued, she might overthink things, so she asked, "What if my brother equally likes both of you and doesn't want to choose between you?"
"We can all be together. That would be the best outcome," Lin Ling replied without hesitation. "I've always said that I don't want to burden him. If that's what he wants, I wouldn't want to leave him."
"Is that really what you want?" Excited to receive the answer she desired, Ye Yunqi couldn't help but show her enthusiasm.
Lin Ling nodded, "Of course. If my presence doesn't stress him, I wouldn't want to leave him." Little did she know that this statement would lead her to share Ye Fei with many other women in the future, yet she never regretted saying it.
"Remember this, don't go back on your word later," Ye Yunqi said with a grin.
Lin Ling found it strange why Ye Yunqi wanted to discuss these matters with her. With a curious heart, she asked, "Why are you telling me all this? Is there already a girl who likes him? Can you tell me who she is?"
Ye Yunqi blushed slightly and laughed, "Of course not, but with my brother being such an outstanding man, that day will probably come sooner or later. You should prepare yourself early."
Lin Ling became even more puzzled. Ye Yunqi, who always found joy in teasing Ye Fei, was now praising him? However, Ye Yunqi didn't give her much chance to dwell on it and swiftly changed the subject to continue their conversation.
Meanwhile, Ye Fei, seated in his little sister's spot, was not idle either. He used his phone to search for information on dual cultivation. However, he found that all the information, while aligning with his expectations, seemed to be from novels. He wasn't sure if he could trust it, but regardless of its authenticity, he had decided to consume Ye Yunqi. Even if he couldn't achieve the goal of dual cultivation, he wanted her to experience the greatest pleasure as a woman.
Throughout the whole day, Ye Yunqi never switched seats with Ye Fei and continued chatting intimately with Lin Ling. Ye Fei didn't pay her much attention either, choosing to read novels instead, gaining a bit more experience for the significant event in the evening.
With Lin Ling's promise in hand, Ye Yunqi's mood was inexplicably good, her smile never fading from her face. Even after finishing their homework together and entering Ye Fei's bedroom, her happiness persisted. Ye Fei couldn't help but ask, puzzled, "What's making you so happy? Share it with me."
Ye Yunqi smiled and said, "Ling has promised me. How could I not be happy?"
Ye Fei was surprised, "Did you talk to Ling about us?"
"No, I didn't." Ye Yunqi recounted her conversation with Lin Ling during the day to him. Ye Fei couldn't help but laugh and gently embraced her, teasing her by flicking her small nose, "You've got quite a cunning mind, little one." Yet, deep inside, he was also touched by Lin Ling's words.