Group Pet Eldest Lady, She Just Wants To Be A Salted Fish

Chapter 45 Part 1 一 Who is The Only Brother?

After Qi Nuo learned from his grandfather’s birthday banquet that Ruan Yōu had a good relationship with his sister, and she even gave their grandfather a gift that included a photo of her sister and a sculpture, Ruan Yōu’s position in Qi Nuo’s heart was infinitely magnified.

He also really wanted a miniature sculpture just like his sister’s…

Qi Nuo has had poor health since he was young, but after several years of recuperation, he finally showed signs of improvement. In addition, he has always been obedient since childhood, and his parents love him dearly without restricting him from doing anything.

Qi Nuo is completely different from the young heirs and hot-tempered young masters in the wealthy family. He is very well-behaved, doesn’t smoke or drink alcohol, and has never even had a loud argument with anyone. He is as gentle as a well-behaved little lamb. Before getting into e-sports, he spent his days in the study reading books and did not engage in social activities.

Having just completed two seasons in the game “Glory League,” the outside world has no knowledge of his background and assumes he is like any other player who dropped out of school to pursue e-sports. The audience and commentators in the e-sports community have only eight words to describe him 一 “a genius with great skills but few words.”

With his beautiful and delicate appearance, as well as his genius-like skills, Qi Nuo’s number of fans skyrocketed within a short year, making him the top-tier influencer in the league.

However, he always keeps to himself after matches and never participates in team-building activities. As a result, he has attracted quite a few haters who mock him for not having won a championship.

During his first season in TG team, thanks to his outstanding data analysis abilities and exceptional command skills, he secured a spot as the starting jungler. Over these two seasons, the team’s performance steadily improved, finishing as runners-up twice, unfortunately falling short of the championship.

Qi Nuo desperately needs a championship.

The experiences of finishing as runners-up twice have motivated him to change the current situation.

The training group in TG team is very inadequate. No matter how skilled he is, it’s useless to stay here. Ruan Yōu’s RG team strengthened their training this season, and their overall strength has improved. Moreover, Ruan Yōu became the new owner, making it the place Qi Nuo naturally wants to go to.

During the league’s transfer period, after the news of Qi Nuo becoming a free agent was announced, many clubs approached him and invited him for trials. Qi Nuo ignored all of them and quietly waited for a response from the RG team.

The message to Ruan Yōu was edited three times before forming the final version. Qi Nuo remained motionless, staring at his phone intently.

Ruan Yōu read the message sent by Qi Nuo again.

From the words and lines, it was easy to see the other person’s obedience, understanding, and honesty.

Just the thought of Qi Nuo later getting angry and beating Cheng Guyuan for the sake of his sister in the novel surprised Ruan Yōu greatly.

It seemed like there were two different people messaging her.

‘The Heavenly Chosen Worker’ had already taken the initiative to stand at the company’s entrance. Ruan Yōu thought there was no way to avoid him and had to have a conversation with him.

In the afternoon, she had to visit the Qi family.

Elder Qi had given 100 million yuan, and her mother said that as a junior, she must go in person to express thanks and bring a small gift. Even though the gift might be returned, her attitude had to be seen.

Ruan Yōu asked Qi Nuo:【Are you at the Qi family’s main house?】

Qi Nuo replied instantly:【I’m here.】

When Ruan Yōu arrived at the Qi family, she first went to thank Elder Qi. The tea set was indeed not accepted, and Elder Qi smiled and said, “Just being here is enough, take the gift back.”

Ruan Yōu was never good at handling these matters and didn’t like going back and forth for the sake of a gift. She didn’t insist and asked Wei Wen to take care of the tea set.

Elder Qi took a sip of Da Hong Pao tea1 and felt even more satisfied.

As she stepped out of Elder Qi’s study, she was about to instruct Wei Wen to wait for her in the car. But when she saw Qi Nuo, who was standing at the door like two door gods, she was startled before she could say a word.

The old butler smiled apologetically, “Miss Gu, Young Master Qi has been waiting for you for a while.”

Qi Nuo was wearing a light beige sweater, with fair skin, delicate features, rosy lips, and white teeth. His shining black eyes were filled with anticipation as he cautiously looked at Ruan Yōu, not daring to be too presumptuous.

“Sister Yōuyōu,” Qi Nuo called out softly.

Ruan Yōu had a headache.

“Wei Wen, wait for me in the car.”

Suddenly, she realized an important question.

How old is Qi Nuo this year?

Could it be that he’s like other people, dropping out of school to play e-sports??

“Twenty?!”

Ruan Yōu repeated in astonishment in the reception hall.

“So you started playing e-sports at 19? Didn’t you go to school? Elder Qi didn’t care?”

Qi Nuo sat across from Ruan Yōu, twisting his hands nervously, and earnestly replied, “After graduating from university, my grandfather stopped taking care of me, and my parents didn’t have plans for me to continue studying or pursuing further education.”

Ruan Yōu became confused.

19 years old… graduated from university?

So, he’s a genius?!

If you’re a genius, why are you playing e-sports? You should continue to excel in your own field and become a world-renowned academic prodigy!

Seeing Ruan Yōu’s thoughts, Qi Nuo honestly whispered, “My sister doesn’t like me.”

Ruan Yōu frowned.

If she doesn’t like you, you shouldn’t joke about your own future.

“She says I’m not smart and a bit useless.”

Ruan Yōu: ?

If a genius who graduated from university at 19 is considered useless, then what is she…

“She seems to have a slight misunderstanding regarding the words ‘not smart’ and ‘useless.’ I’ll have a proper conversation with her about it when we meet next.”

Qi Nuo shook his head, “I know I will never be as excellent as my Sister and Sister Yōuyōu.”

Ruan Yōu: …

Don’t take me along.

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Qi Nuo’s voice was as clear as a spring: “But I will work hard to prove myself.”

“E-sports competitions, especially mobile e-sports competitions, have a lower threshold compared to PC games. The gameplay is relatively simple, and the turnover of players is fast, which gives me more opportunities.” Qi Nuo paused for a moment. “Initially, I did participate in the competition with the intention of winning the trophy to show my worth to my sister. After two seasons of failure, my emotional connection with e-sports has grown beyond that.”

“I want to win.” Qi Nuo raised his gaze, his obsidian-like eyes serious and determined. “I want my sister to see me win.”

“Whether it’s for personal reasons or the goal of winning, RG Team is the best choice for me at this stage,” Qi Nuo emphasized. “Sister Yōuyōu, I would like to take trial session at the club first. If I’m suitable, can I join your club?”

Ruan Yōu: “If the trial session is successful, of course, you can.”

Qi Nuo smiled, the stiffness on his body melting away like winter snow, his voice infinitely pleasant: “Thank you, Sister Yōuyōu.”

“There’s no need to thank me.”

Even if it’s not Qi Nuo who comes today, but another ordinary person, as long as they pass the trial session, they will be kept. He stays based on his ability, not because of her.

“Thank you, Sister Yōuyōu,” Qi Nuo insisted.

He is mostly obedient, and the only “little rebellion” and stubbornness are used for apologies and thanks.

A very well-behaved younger brother, looking at him makes one feel pity.

Ruan Yōu promised, “If you succeed in the tryout, I will take you and your sister to watch the first offline match of the next season.”

Qi Nuo’s eyes lit up with excitement, and an uncontrollable smile appeared on his lips: “Thank you, Sister Yōuyōu, thank you.”

He stood up and bent down, holding Ruan Yōu’s hands tightly, repeatedly expressing his gratitude.

“You can do it!”

“I will.”

When Ruan Yōu left, Qi Nuo accompanied her all the way downstairs: “There are steps here, Sister Yōuyōu, be careful.”

His every move showed extreme thoughtfulness, which Ruan Yōu couldn’t understand.

How could a sister not like such a cute and obedient younger brother?

Thinking of Cao Cao and Cao Cao arrived.

At the Qi family’s main house, a black Maybach stopped at the entrance, and the old butler approached to open the door for Qi Zhiyan.

Qi Nuo noticed that her sister had returned and stopped in his tracks: “Oh, Sister Yōuyōu, I won’t see you off anymore.”

After saying that, he hurriedly ran upstairs like a startled little lamb.

Qi Zhiyan had prepared a birthday gift for Elder Qi yesterday. The gifts from Dad, Mom, and little brother hadn’t been delivered yet, so she came today to make up for it. Unexpectedly, she encountered Ruan Yōu here and instinctively walked in: “What are you here for today?”

“To thank Elder Qi and also to see your brother.”

“Qi Nuo?” Qi Zhiyan frowned. “What do you want him for?”

“I bought an e-sports team before. We’re currently lacking a jungler, and I heard he’s in the league. I came to talk to him and see if we can sign this talented player.”

Qi Zhiyan knew that her brother had started playing e-sports this year. Qi Nuo had been spoiled by their parents since he was young, and although he had good learning abilities, they had indulged him too much, allowing him to do whatever he wanted.

Instead of pursuing further education, he had fallen into playing games, wasting his best years in them. She couldn’t understand it.

Hearing Ruan Yōu’s words, Qi Zhiyan furrowed her brows: “Don’t encourage his recklessness.”

“E-sports is an emerging industry in the past couple of years, and talented individuals are scarce. It’s not recklessness,” Ruan Yōu tilted her head and smiled. “The Qi family has produced such a talented individual for me. To show my gratitude, give me your phone.”

Qi Zhiyan frowned.

“What are you going to do?”

Ruan Yōu remained silent, but gestured for her to take out her phone.

After a stalemate, Qi Zhiyan had no choice but to place the phone in her hand: “What are you doing?”

“I’m helping you download a game, so we can play together and reach the top ranks. It’s expensive to hire a gaming companion now, the higher the rank, the more it costs. I won’t charge you any money. I’ll take you for free. Alright, let’s do it. Let’s get started~” Ruan Yōu picked up the phone and scanned Qi Zhiyan’s face, making sure the download was in progress, before returning the phone to her. “Let’s find some time to play together. We’ll form a team of five, my brother and Jiang Huai will join too. If you can’t control yourself and keep talking about business matters, there will be two heirs accompanying you for a chat. Don’t make excuses about being busy. My brother said if you’re busy every day, it means either the company is unstable and about to collapse, or the manager lacks personal ability.”

Ruan Yōu smiled brightly, “Someone like Miss Qi won’t have such worries.”

Qi Zhiyan: …

Not bad, really not bad.

Now she can’t block her path anymore.

Ruan Yōu: “Oh, by the way, there will be a beginner’s tutorial once you enter the game. If you don’t know something, don’t skip it. If you still don’t know, ask your younger brother. He’s a genius e-sports player, my future employee!”

Qi Zhiyan raised an eyebrow.

“Let’s go~”

Ruan Yōu beckoned Wei Wen to bring the car over.

The old butler of the Qi family smiled and brought the two boxes of snacks that Elder Qi had ordered. “Miss Ruan, Elder Qi said these snacks are light and specially made by the Qi family chef. The outside chefs can’t make them. He wants you to take them back to let Mr. Gu and Mrs. Ruan taste them.”

“Please thank Elder Qi for me.”

Before getting into the car, Ruan Yōu turned back and looked at Qi Zhiyan.

She stood there alone, wearing a red and black suit, with a black coat over it. With a gentle breeze blowing, she looked somewhat desolate.

“Don’t delete the game, okay?” Ruan Yōu reminded once again.

The special assistant who came with Qi Zhiyan handed the prepared gifts to the butler and said, “Please take them up.”

The old butler hesitated and kept looking at Qi Zhiyan, “Miss Qi, should you deliver them yourself…”

“You deliver them.”

The smile on the old butler’s face froze for a moment, “Okay.”

Qi Zhiyan didn’t stay for long and left the Qi family in the car. On the way, the special assistant couldn’t help but ask, “President Qi, perhaps you can go upstairs and meet Elder Qi, just like Miss Gu from the Gu family.”

Qi Zhiyan was resting with her eyes closed and replied calmly, “If you want to go upstairs, you can go next time.”

The special assistant subconsciously closed his mouth and muttered softly after a long while, “But in this way, the Qis’ family will all start to like Miss Gu.”

Qi Zhiyan raised her gaze, her amber eyes indifferent.

The special assistant lowered his head in panic and remained silent.

Qi Zhiyan’s phone vibrated in her pocket. She picked it up, checked the message, replied to her assistant, and when she returned to the main screen, the game that Ruan Yōu had downloaded had already finished downloading.

She hesitated for a moment but didn’t delete it.

Ruan Yōu was different from those who came to please the Qi family and vie for profit and favor.

When Ruan Yōu arrived home, the old butler approached and reported, “Miss Ruan, the owner of the gold shop said that the items you ordered in the store three days ago are ready. They have already been delivered to the villa’s delivery area. Should they be transported to you now?”

Ruan Yōu turned around and asked, “Is Dad at home?”

“He is,” the old butler added, “Tomorrow, he and Madam Ruan will be going out and will be back around five in the afternoon.”

Ruan Yōu smiled playfully and said, “Wait until Dad leaves, then have the items delivered to his study.”

“Alright.”

Lu Xuan reclined on the sofa for a while, then immediately turned over and curiously propped her chin with both hands, asking, “What did you buy?”

“Secret~”

Lu Xuan pouted and said, “Another surprise, huh?”

She slumped back onto the sofa, boredly swiping her tablet back and forth.

“Aren’t you bored too, Sister Yōuyōu?”

Ruan Yōu opened the LCD screen and sat down on the sofa next to Lu Xuan while speaking, “Not bored at all. I’m here to spend some money.”

Lu Xuan: !

Ruan Yōu’s dream was once to live by the seaside and admire the sea and flowers. Her current life is quite good, and Ruan Yōu hasn’t changed her mind. However, it’s also possible to go on vacations to islands in her free time~