Chapter Nine, The Missing Doll

Did Sen not say last time that he wanted it as well? Mu Rulin asked, but Mu Rulan refused.

Ke Wanqing, whose surname is Ke, was once the eldest daughter of the prestigious Ke family, even more renowned than the Bi family. She possesses a strong and somewhat straightforward personality. Half of the Ke family is involved in politics, maintaining an intricate relationship with the political arena. This is also the reason why, in her previous life, Ke Wanqing and her family would rather let the rapist go free than allow Mu Rulan to pursue a lawsuit. That mayor is a product of the Ke family, and they rely on him to obtain many benefits. How could she, a daughter who brings no advantage to them, possibly compare?

Ke Wanqing kept talking, while Mu Zhenyang only occasionally interjected. Ke Wanqing was assertive, and Mu Zhenyang was in a weaker position due to Ke Wanqing's family background. Furthermore, Mu Zhenyang's business acumen was indeed not high, so in reality, the Mu family's influence was entirely under Ke Wanqing's control. As the nominal head of the family, Mu Zhenyang was merely a figurehead; for many matters, he had to consult Ke Wanqing privately before proceeding.

As Mu Rulan opened the bathroom door, she saw Mu Rulin standing in front of her collection cabinet, gazing intently at her dolls, a faint yet warm smile playing on his lips. She walked over and affectionately ruffled his half-dry hair, asking, "What is it? Do you want one?"

Many things that were unclear in the previous life are now perfectly clear in this life. Is it because she has become abnormal?

"Why do you look so mature? You are clearly only one year older..." Mu Rusen pouted and muttered.

Ke Wanqing glanced and, with a smile in her eyes, said unhappily, "What is going on? Why are the two little bunnies fighting over their sister's meat? Did they get into a fight at school today?"

He shook his head, "I feel like there are fewer puppets again"

"Mother," Mu Rulan said as she picked up a piece of tender beef that she loved to eat, her smile warm and gentle. "Youth is the time for recklessness; it is perfectly normal to engage in some playful scuffles."

Mu Rulin watched this scene, and a shadow inevitably fell over his eyes. It was always like this; every time he managed to get a little closer to his sister, his twin brother would inevitably show up to cause trouble, naturally stealing all of his sister's attention. He didn't care about others; after all, he preferred to do things alone. However, Mu Rulan was the only person he wanted to share everything with. Yet, time and again, his plans for sharing were disrupted by this twin brother who was born a minute earlier and acted like a pesky shadow.

Mu Rulin suddenly felt something strange; he stared at these dolls and sensed that something was amiss

Ke Wanqing nodded in satisfaction, holding her daughter as they walked to the dining room. "My darling is back, let's eat, let's eat. If those two stinky boys don't come down, they won't get any food."

"Last time someone said they wanted it, I gave one to her." Thinking of this, Mu Rulan's eyes brightened a little more, and the smile at the corners of her mouth deepened a bit, "She must really like it, no, she likes it very much..."

After that, he left after a gentle rub, leaving Mu Rulin with a sense of reluctance and attachment. However, he was not like Mu Rusen, who could act spoiled and clingy without any psychological burden. He was more mature, understanding some things better than Mu Rusen, and he knew he had to exercise restraint. Yet, there were times when he truly could not hold back, even finding excuses to lean closer. Day after day, he told himself that there could not be a next time, repeating this to himself day after day.

As sounds approached from the side, Mu Rulan turned her head and saw it was Mu Rulin. Naturally, she picked out some of the freshest parts of the fish that Ke Wanqing had served her and offered them to Mu Rulin. A barely noticeable smile appeared at the corner of Mu Rulin's mouth, and beneath the lenses, her cheeks flushed slightly.

Today, Mother went fishing with Father and caught a lot of fish for our little one. Eating fish is good for the body, it is nutritious without causing weight gain. Little one, eat more and do not overexert yourself

Mu Rulan's eyes immediately carried a hint of sternness, "Shut up and eat quietly."

Truly infuriating

This is also the reason why Mu Zhenyang's attitude towards Mu Rulan became increasingly poor after her stubborn nature from her previous life emerged. He had been suppressed by his wife for so many years, and now even his daughter dared to defy him and talk back, which was a challenge to his authority! It vented the dissatisfaction that he had hidden in his heart for so many years under Ke Wanqing's pressure, and unfortunately, it was directed at his innocent biological daughter.

"If we're going to eat, let's just eat. Why bring that up?" As soon as that matter was mentioned, Mu Rusen's expression soured, and he impatiently retorted to Ke Wanqing, then lowered his head to eat.

"Nonsense, he is my younger brother, how could I not care?" Mu Rulan shot him a playful glance and transferred the remaining fish from her bowl to his.

It is not yet time, it is still not time. How could an elder sister bear to act against her adorable younger brother? It is precisely because he is her brother that she gives him a chance. The younger brother, who has been cherished and loved by his sister while growing up, under the meticulous training of his perverse sister, if he still misbehaves and becomes a dog that bites its owner, then he will be sent to become a doll. Thus, when you become a doll, you will no longer have to worry about loneliness, hehe

Well

Mu Rulan brought the tender fish meat to her mouth, her lips curved into a gentle and warm smile

Mu Ruo Sen immediately closed his mouth and obediently ate his meal. After taking a couple of bites, he paused, his beautiful eyes darting a glance at Mu Ruo Lan. He slowly extended his hand with chopsticks to pick up a piece of radish, sneaking it across the dining table under several pairs of eyes, and placed it into Mu Ruo Lan's bowl. Mu Ruo Lan looked up at him, and he innocently blinked twice, then revealed a charming and ingratiating smile, his little tiger teeth sparkling, which instantly made Mu Ruo Lan feel a mix of affection and helplessness.

Mu Rulin entered holding a book. The usually cold and aloof beautiful youth seemed to shed much of his chill upon entering this place. He walked to the display window, his gaze sweeping over the dolls above. He did not understand why his sister had a particular fondness for dolls, but it was quite normal for girls to like such things. Moreover, the dolls collected by Mu Rulan were all exquisite and beautiful, far more stylish and fitting to her temperament than that large, furry stuffed doll.

Hey, you ... ...

For example, now

Mu Rusen, who was a step late and lost the position to Mu Rulin, made a sour face. The next moment, pouting, he turned to Mu Rulan and said, "Sister, I want it too! Why do you only give it to Lin? Don't you care about me anymore?"

Mu Rulan chuckled softly, as if she were contemplating something amusing, her eyes curved like crescent moons, both adorable and beautiful, "Because the time has not yet come."

After finishing dinner, Muriran went upstairs to wash up. Her room, much like herself, exudes a warm and somewhat charming atmosphere. Inside her room, there are numerous figurines, a variety of which are primarily jointed wooden dolls that can be disassembled. They are beautifully arranged in a lovely display case, and there is even a Pinocchio from The Adventures of Pinocchio.

Mu Rulan lightly raised her eyebrows and led him to sit down at the desk, "Have you counted?"

Just ... ...