I became the Counterpart of the Winner in a Period Novel

Chapter 323: Chapter 293: A Grand Performance

When there were only the two siblings, they coordinated their stories.

"I told your Brother Xie that the grains were procured by me from the countryside for you. You’re interested in making wine and have read many books about it. Don’t accidentally spill the beans."

Jiang Mingyue: "...Actually, Brother Xie isn’t curious about my business at all; he won’t ask. He’s only curious about our cousin’s affairs."

Jiang Ming’an: "It’s good to be cautious about some things, regardless of trust. Also, for anything related to Qingshan Village, you can put all the blame on me and your Brother Xie. I’ve already given him a heads up."

Hearing the crackling sounds of sparks outside in the yard, the brother and sister immediately separated and walked out as if they hadn’t just been whispering secrets.

Xie Yunhai had already set up the lamb leg at this point, ostensibly focusing on roasting it. However, he was always vigilant and aware of his surroundings, rarely missing anything. He knew the siblings had many secrets, but didn’t see it as an issue. Who doesn’t have secrets? He had tons, too. In fact, he had even dug a basement beneath his feet, which was a secret Ming Yue didn’t know about.

Of course, he was unaware that someone had already sold him out.

Living together, it’s normal for everyone to have secrets.

The freeloader came again.

"An Jian? Did the Gan Institute ask me to go over now?"

An Jian shook his head and, as if at home, plopped down by the fire, "Not really, I just saw the flames from your yard and came over to check. Oh, by the way, I’ve moved to No. 39 Courtyard."

Jiang Mingyue: "..." She reasonably suspected this person just wanted a free meal. No way! It must be controlled at the source.

Jiang Mingyue quickly pulled out the envelope and swiftly handed it to An Jian.

"Here, take it back. If you can’t cook by yourself, you should find a practical woman to live with."

Jiang Mingyue felt tired; this guy thought about mooching food every day. She had to steer him right; if she managed to enlighten him, it would be a joyful outcome for everyone.

For once, An Jian didn’t play tricks and sensibly stuffed the envelope into his pocket.

"Yueyue, go get some five-spice powder. I think there’s something missing from this flavor."

When Jiang Mingyue came out again, she saw her brother slipping an envelope that looked familiar into his pocket, the same one with the creases.

An Jian: "Brother, congratulate me! The big brother agreed for me to invest half of my salary, so we’re family now."

Jiang Mingyue: "..." She was at a loss! "What kind of spell did you cast on my brother?"

Xie Yunhai laughed, "Yueyue, it’s not a loss for us. In the future, when both No. 42 and No. 43 yards are cultivated, An Jian will take charge, and you can just direct him."

Jiang Mingyue also became happy, "...That’s great!"

An Jian felt complicated, but he didn’t see a problem with it if it meant a free meal.

"Time to eat!" Xie Yunhai carved the lamb, placing the tenderest parts in front of his sister first, then for Jiang Ming’an, and finally for himself. An Jian, who had been waiting eagerly, finally got a word from Xie Yunhai.

"Self-service for satisfaction!"

An Jian: "..." It turned out he had hoped for too much! But getting something to eat was good enough for him.

An Jian quickly consoled himself and, after eating, consoled himself again. For a taste like this, he’d willingly cultivate ten acres and even hand over his whole salary!

Early the next day, the door to No. 42 was knocked. Jiang Ming’an, on his way out to work, glanced at the visitor.

Recognizing the person, he didn’t pull a face, "What is it?"

Gu Xiaoxiao, startled, clutched her chest, still intimidated by this purchasing department director despite many previous encounters. But what could she do? He was Yueyue’s cousin!

"Ahem... Big cousin, I’ve moved here and happened to make some pickled onions. I brought over two bottles for... you guys to enjoy." Thankfully, she was quick-witted enough to change "Yueyue" to "you guys" in time.

Jiang Ming’an also reflected on himself, wondering if he had looked intimidating earlier. She was Yueyue’s friend, after all; he couldn’t scare her away.

Moreover, she seemed quite understanding!

Then, Gu Xiaoxiao noticed that after being addressed, he immediately put on a warm and blooming smile, leaving her dumbfounded.

Turns out, he responded to such things; she’d better speak more sweetly in the future, and well, he was rather handsome.

Jiang Ming’an made way, "She should be awake now. You can go call her." Finishing, he rode off on his bicycle.

Gu Xiaoxiao finally breathed a sigh of relief, took a look around the yard, noticing several windows, but unsure which one Yueyue lived in. So, she just started shouting from the yard.

"Yueyue!"

Actually, when her big cousin talked to Gu Xiaoxiao, Jiang Mingyue had already opened her eyes but was still drowsy. Last night, her cousin played pranks, punishing her with two glasses of wine. She wasn’t drunk but the wine made her sleep deeply, perhaps even extending her sleep time.