Chapter 15: Master Jin, the Eternal Bachelor, and His Brother's Trust

"Pfft—"

Ling Qiao could no longer hold it in and burst out laughing. He didn't dare make too much noise, so he covered his mouth while convulsing with laughter, his entire body twitching in a comical display. Unable to suppress it any longer, he let out a loud laugh: "You're actually weak, hahahahaha!"

Jin Yuchuan was well aware of the health issues caused by his long-term overtime work and accepted them with equanimity. However, the person beside him was far too noisy, which left him feeling quite irritated.

Oblivious, Ling Qiao continued his mockery: "It seems I'm not the only one in need of special training... No, wait, you need it even more than I do, hahaha!"

Jin Yuchuan cast a glance over, his voice low and deep, carrying a compelling pressure: "Are you finished eating?"

At those three words, Ling Qiao immediately withered. He coughed twice to force himself to stop laughing and humbly clutched his bowl. "No, no, you guys continue, I won't disturb you." Having been looked down upon by Jin Yuchuan since childhood, he couldn't possibly pass up such a rare opportunity—unless, of course, the price of that opportunity was his meal.

Seeing him cowering like a quail, Jin Yuchuan turned back to Ye Chunxi and asked, "Can you help me build up my health?"

Ye Chunxi nodded slightly. "I have a few ideas."

Jin Yuchuan withdrew his hand and adjusted his sleeves. "Then you shall be the one to help me restore my health."

Ye Chunxi froze for a moment, her pupils slightly dilated as she looked at Jin Yuchuan in disbelief. "Me?"

"Yes." Jin Yuchuan understood her reservations and spoke with certainty, "I trust you. Perhaps it might even stimulate you to recover your memory."

"But..." Ye Chunxi wanted to refuse, but the man beside her suddenly looked over.

In the air between them, their eyes met. His shimmering peach-blossom eyes curved slightly, as if he were smiling, adding a touch of gentle affection to eyes that were naturally expressive. Unlike his usual stern demeanor, this gaze felt like a spring breeze, bringing vitality to his otherwise desolate and cold eyes.

"Do you think you might accidentally poison me?" he asked, his tone teasing yet sincere.

Ye Chunxi felt a warmth in her heart and shook her head. "I wouldn't."

"Then go ahead and do it. If you need anything, just tell Butler Kong; he will take care of everything for you." With that, he picked up his chopsticks and continued eating.

His air of indifference made it clear that he did not wish to continue this topic. The matter was settled.

Ye Chunxi lowered her lashes and did not try to persuade him further. It wasn't that Jin Yuchuan was being reckless; given the number of doctors caring for him, it was impossible that his medication hadn't been thoroughly screened. Ye Chunxi understood clearly that he was doing this to encourage her to reclaim her former skills and strive for an early recovery of her memories.

...

Jin Yuchuan didn't eat much during the meal. Halfway through, he received a phone call and said he had to leave.

"I am very busy and won't be back often," Jin Yuchuan said as he stood up. He grabbed his suit jacket, put it on with fluid motions, and turned to instruct Ye Chunxi. His gaze shifted slightly to Ling Qiao, who was still immersed in eating. "If you want to go out, send me a message to report it, and have Ling Qiao follow you."

"Alright," Ye Chunxi replied obediently.

The rain had stopped, but the garden was still filled with a faint mist that felt cold and damp against the skin. Butler Kong urged Jin Yuchuan to take an umbrella just in case. Ye Chunxi offered to see him off, but was refused: "The journey is too long. You should focus on how to help me restore my health." His voice was indifferent, revealing no emotion.

Suddenly recalling the hacker and the martial artist she had encountered at the hospital, Jin Yuchuan’s eyes flickered. He turned back and specifically added, "The Jinshui Pavilion is fully equipped with electronic devices. If you feel bored, go play around with them."

Ye Chunxi agreed to everything. She watched his departing back until he disappeared from sight before slowly returning to her seat. Her languid movements surprised the person across from her.

Ling Qiao looked up. "He’s gone?"

Ye Chunxi’s expression was blank. "Yes."

Ling Qiao frowned. "Why are you acting like a left-behind child?" He looked at her with slight disdain. "Little sister, I know you two are close, but you can't just be stuck to him all the time. I know you've lacked family affection since you were young, but you still need to maintain some sense of boundaries with your brother."

"Don't let his handsome looks fool you; he's in his twenties and hasn't even dated anyone. You have no idea how anxious your grandfather is—he’s already gone ahead and arranged a blind date for him. If you're always by his side, what happens if your future sister-in-law misunderstands?"

Ye Chunxi, who had been lectured for no reason: "..."

She knew Jin Yuchuan had his own life, and even as his sister, she shouldn't intrude too much. Her stiff expression wasn't because of reluctance, but because she couldn't explain why their interactions felt somewhat strange. Perhaps it was just the unfamiliarity of finally having a family.

However, Ling Qiao’s long-winded speech had piqued her curiosity. "My brother has a girlfriend?"

Butler Kong panicked instantly and immediately explained, "The old master only had the thought; in reality, the two haven't even met formally yet. Miss Ye, please don't misunderstand."

"Exactly," Ling Qiao chimed in. "Your brother has been single since birth. Aside from you, I've never seen him close to any other woman—he's just like those cold, unreachable CEO protagonists in romance novels. But that mainly has to do with the environment he grew up in." His voice grew quieter at the last sentence.

Ye Chunxi could understand that. Someone so excellent, burdened by the cycle of academics and career, would hardly have the leisure to fall in love.

After eating, Ye Chunxi returned to the Jinshui Pavilion with Butler Kong silently following behind. As they stepped out of the pavilion, he spoke earnestly: "Miss Ye, the young master has been alone in Jin City for so many years without anyone close to him. I watched him grow up, and it truly pains me. Please try to spend more time with him when you can."

Ye Chunxi’s voice was cool. "My brother is very busy."

"That is true, but working constantly is not good for his health," Butler Kong worried. "Try to persuade him to rest properly."

"I will," Ye Chunxi promised.

Jin Yuchuan was indeed overly fatigued, yet his physical constitution was surprisingly good. Furthermore, his pulse felt a bit strange—different from an ordinary person's, possessing an extra spark of energy. As for the specifics, Ye Chunxi couldn't quite describe it. If only she could recover her memory, she would surely know.

...

The morning glow was magnificent, and the mountains were filled with a thin, veil-like mist. The morning breeze blew, carrying fresh, cool air, and dew was about to drip from the forest vegetation. Everything was so pure that it was refreshing, like a soft ink wash painting.

Ye Chunxi woke up early as usual. After washing up, she held several medical books and sat on a rattan chair to read. Although she had ideas on how to help Jin Yuchuan restore his health, she preferred to be rigorous when it came to medication. After writing down a few plans, Ye Chunxi set down her pen and carefully verified them.

Before long, a servant knocked on the door to call her for breakfast. Butler Kong had been waiting since early morning.

"Miss Ye, the young master has ordered for you to be taken to the International Convention and Exhibition Center before 2:30 PM. He will be waiting for you there, and you can even take a nap after lunch."