The Villainess Awakens After Marrying the Male Lead’s Brother - Chapter 24

From the moment Wen Yu started her melodramatic act, Jiang Yunjin had a gut feeling that something was off. After listening to the whole performance, he felt numb. Wanting to end the call but hesitating, a scraping sound came through the phone, followed by his elder brother’s devil-like voice, cold and icy: “Did you yell at her?”

Jiang Yunjin: “…No!”

Trying to justify himself: “I just spoke a bit loudly, big brother. You know I’ve had a loud voice since I was a child!”

Jiang Yuyan: “Loud voice since childhood?”

Sensing danger, Jiang Yunjin confessed instantly: “Big brother, I was wrong. I shouldn’t have disrespected my sister-in-law, even if she liked my negative comments. I shouldn’t have been angry…”

Wen Yu perked up her ears and leaned closer to eavesdrop, hearing him say, “Big brother, I was wrong, I shouldn’t have disrespected my sister-in-law, even if she liked my negative comments. I shouldn’t have been angry…”

Wen Yu, exploding with anger: “Wuwuwu, my little brother indeed hates me! He even accused me of liking his negative comments. Are those comments negative? They’re just doubts from strangers! Big brother, do you believe him or me?”

The young girl looked at him with teary eyes, as if she could faint if he gave an answer that didn’t meet her expectations.

The man holding the phone remained composed, stating decisively: “I believe you.”

Jiang Yunjin: “…”

He knew no one cared about him.

Continuing, his elder brother said, “Handle your own affairs. If you haven’t done well and someone finds a loophole, who’s to blame?”

No mention of punishment?

Jiang Yunjin’s eyes brightened, exhaling in relief.

Then his elder brother added, “By the way, free up your schedule during the Chinese New Year.”

Jiang Yunjin: !

Consecutive days off?!

He wanted to plead for mercy, but the call had already ended.

On the other side of the phone, the man looked down at the girl accusingly pulling at his wrist: “Are you satisfied?”

As soon as he finished speaking, a drop of water fell from his hair onto Wen Yu’s cheek.

With a “plop,” a small sound echoed in the quiet room.

Wen Yu suddenly noticed his current state.

Just out of the shower, wearing a white bathrobe with a lingering mist on him, the fragrance of the same shower gel she had used in the evening wafted to her nose.

His recently washed hair, not yet dried, was called over by her, and the tips of his hair were still dripping.

The attractive brows and eyes seemed to be covered with a layer of mist at this moment, making her feel a bit flustered as she stared at him.

With tears still in her eyes, facing Jiang Yunjin’s surging emotions, she suddenly froze. The air was filled with heat waves, and she dryly said, “Satisfied…”

Jiang Yunyan raised his hand.

Wen Yu looked at him in bewilderment, making no attempt to avoid.

She felt a cool sensation on her face as his fingers lightly brushed her cheek. He stepped back, casually wiping his hair with a towel to prevent water droplets from falling on her.

The action was so natural that Wen Yu hadn’t realized anything. He had already stepped away, leaving a lingering cool touch on her cheek, leaving her somewhat dazed.

Jiang Yunyan took out a hairdryer: “I’ll blow-dry my hair.”

Soon the sound of the hairdryer filled the air.

Wen Yu regained her senses, glanced at the man on the balcony blow-drying his hair, then turned to her phone. The call had long ended, and the Weibo interface appeared.

Upon refreshing, Weibo was once again buzzing due to her likes, sparking a new round of discussions.

【Tsk, is Wen Yu seeking attention again?】

【Laughing so hard, I actually believed it. Wen Yu seems completely uninterested in Jiang Yunjin. Look at her openly causing trouble.】

【Wen Yu liking is not a problem, but when I saw it, I felt angry. Why didn’t she push him away immediately?! Doesn’t she know he has a girlfriend?】

【Maybe Wen Yu wants to stir things up and make them break up so she can take advantage! This woman is really annoying…】

【Even if she reported, so what? Jiang Yunjin definitely didn’t report being harassed. He didn’t push away immediately, didn’t use force…】

Wen Yu nodded in agreement.

Unfortunately, Su Lengyue happened to like Jiang Yunjin.

Unlike Jiang Yunyan, who had been personally taught by Grandpa Jiang, Jiang Yunjin’s birth coincided with Jiang Yunyan starting school, and Grandpa’s health was already deteriorating.

Wen Yu remembered that Grandpa Jiang had passed away before she came to the Jiang family; she even attended his funeral.

Hence, the two brothers had very different personalities — one restrained and disciplined, the other wild and dazzling.

This incident revealed that Jiang Yunjin’s temperament was not as strict. Unexpectedly, he found nothing wrong with taking advantage and thought it wasn’t a big deal, just a casual hug. He quickly pushed her away, not using much force, probably considering her as his good brother’s sister and wanting to save face for him.

However, soon he would realize that a casual hug might have consequences.

Wen Yu suppressed a laugh.

As she laughed, she suddenly remembered that she was just killing time on Weibo, waiting for Mr. and Mrs. Jiang to fall asleep, so she could sneak in and eat!

The sound of the hairdryer paused for a moment, then resumed quickly.

Wen Yu’s expression froze.

With Jiang Yunyan present, there was no way she could successfully sneak in to eat.

One minute later, the hairdryer fell silent.

Jiang Yunyan finished blowing his hair, tidied up the bathroom, and faintly heard a sobbing sound as he came out. His eyebrows slightly furrowed, he took a few steps forward, looking at the lump buried in the blanket: “Did Ajin bully you again?”

Wen Yu covered her face, vigorously shaking her head, her voice sounding sulky and full of grievance.

Jiang Yunyan’s lips slightly curved, then he looked at the deliberately twitching little shoulders and patiently asked, “What happened?”

Wen Yu whispered, “I’m hungry.”

“Eat scallion oil noodles?”

“Too greasy.”

“Clear soup noodles?”

“Don’t want noodles.”

“Well then, eat tomorrow morning. You’re not well,” the man said calmly.

Wen Yu: “?”

Suddenly sitting up, she stared at him.

She found Jiang Yunyan standing arms crossed by the bedside, seemingly anticipating, with a cold and indifferent expression.

Wen Yu thought she miscalculated, quickly crying and reaching out to hook his arm. Thankfully, he didn’t avoid it, allowing her to grab him as she said, “Big brother, I want to eat barbecue, take me, please?”

Jiang Yunyan remained unmoved, “You can’t eat barbecue now. When you recover from the cold, I’ll take you.”

Wen Yu got anxious, pulling his hand to touch her own forehead, “Look, I’m fine now. I really want to eat, I’ve been craving it since the afternoon. Big brother, please take me, I promise not to eat anything too spicy.”

Jiang Yunyan’s thin lips pressed together, combined with his naturally sharp features, giving his handsome face a touch of coldness and seriousness.

Watching her, Wen Yu’s heart trembled.

The next moment, she flopped onto the bed, crying, “If I can’t have barbecue, what’s the point of life? Big brother won’t even take me to eat barbecue, it’s even more heartbreaking. Oh, it’s so uncomfortable; my heart is breaking. Big brother is the best, yet he won’t take me to eat barbecue. Sob…”

Jiang Yunyan chuckled, a hint of a cold smile appearing on his handsome face.

However, upon hearing her second half of the sentence, his eyes flickered, and he interrupted her melodramatic act, “Have you taken your medicine?”

Wen Yu’s crying paused; she felt he was scolding her but still replied, “Yes.”

Jiang Yunyan sighed, “Alright, get up and get dressed.”

Wen Yu: !

She jumped up, showing no signs of being ill.

Jiang Yunyan glanced at her, reminding, “Don’t overthink.”

“No, no,” Wen Yu quickly shook her head.

Her mind was already thinking about where to find the best barbecue.

But after pondering for a while, she suddenly realized that she hadn’t eaten barbecue since she came here. The roadside stall last time was because Jiang’s mom was hospitalized, and it coincidentally was mealtime.

Wen Yu froze.

Really?

After finally getting the chance to eat barbecue, if it turns out to be bad, she’d be furious.

After a moment of hesitation, Wen Yu decisively posted a moment on her social media, being very cautious to block Jiang’s dad and mom: [Recommendations for good barbecue places in Jing City needed!]

Quickly, Wen Yu stealthily followed Jiang Yunyan out of the room.

Both the first and second floors were quiet. A faint light escaped from beneath the door of Jiang’s parents’ room on the second floor.

Wen Yu became nervous, but as she looked up, Jiang Yunyan was already striding towards the main entrance.

Wen Yu: “…”
Is this a bit too sneaky?

She quickly tiptoed to catch up, wearing warm boots, a scarf, a down jacket, and a large cotton coat, bundled up like a ball, only revealing her eyes.

In the car, Wen Yu immediately took out her phone and noticed many comments on her friend’s circle. Yao Xi recommended a barbecue restaurant highly praised by many.

Naturally, Wen Yu chose to go there. Jiang Yunyan drove, and she played with her phone, discovering that besides recommending the restaurant, many people expressed the desire to have barbecue together.

Hmm?
Why are so many people in the capital?

Wen Yu was surprised but didn’t reply. Most people in the circle were not familiar to her. However, Yao Xi and Yuan Tan directly messaged Wen Yu, expressing their interest in joining and asking if they could go together.

Wen Yu didn’t immediately answer, instead asking them why they were all in the capital. She learned about a charity banquet the next day, attracting many celebrities.

Thinking about it, Wen Yu immediately thought of Su Lengyue. Is she here too?

Right!
In the book, the female lead caused a big scandal. A CEO (King?) who fancied her thought she had broken up with Jiang Yunjin when he saw her attending the banquet alone. He believed she was without protection and boldly harassed her but was protected by the male second lead, who had been pursuing the female lead. They hugged in an emergency, and the photos of them entering the hotel together caused a sensation.

That night, upset, the female lead drank with her assistant. The online rumors escalated, claiming that the Yun Yue couple had long since broken up but hid it due to many business collaborations.

Without clarifications from both, many netizens believed it. When she opened her hotel room door, Jiang Yunjin, who had rushed back from the set overnight, sat there for three hours, looking haggard.

Of course, Su Lengyue didn’t immediately forgive him. Instead, she let him experience the feeling she had at that moment.

After a few calm days, Jiang Yunjin sought reconciliation after the New Year, reflecting on his mistakes. The next time the friend’s sister came over, he resolutely avoided looking too much and made sure she didn’t touch him, fully understanding the meaning of male virtue.

Wen Yu realized they were at this plot point. Looking at her two hungry friends, she kindly declined.

Yao Xi: [You’re actually rejecting me! Who’s the little fox that seduced you?]

Yuan Tan: [Am I no longer your favorite?]

Wen Yu: [Image]

She sent both of them a picture of Jiang Yunyan gripping the steering wheel, revealing only a slender and distinct hand and half of the wrist.

Yuan Tan: [You’re not honest!]

Yao Xi: [Voice message: 5′]

Upon clicking, she immediately heard a soprano voice echoing in the quiet car: “Ah ah ah ah! Such amazing hands! Am I going to sleep with him tonight?”
Wen Yu: !!!
She was so shocked that she threw her phone away.
However, the next moment, she regretted it.
The phone directly hit the thigh of the person next to her.
Wen Yu: …
Thanks, a lifetime passed by quickly.