116: Chapter 116 The Mischievous Qin Xiaoyue

At the same time, Qin Yi got off the taxi at an intersection near the Shenjiangwan Community. He looked around, a hint of alertness in his eyes.

It was now nearly five in the afternoon, and the evening rush hour was approaching. Pedestrians on the road were increasing, so he quickly blended into the crowd and briskly walked into a roadside public restroom.

After closing the stall door, he quickly took the 'bionic disguise mask' off his face. As his appearance changed, he casually placed it into the System Space, a proud smile tugging at the corners of his mouth as if he were extremely satisfied with this System-produced disguise mask.

Next, he took his original clothes out of the System Space and quickly changed into them. He tossed the clothes and pants he had used to disguise himself as 'Secretary Wu' into the System Space, adjusted his state, and then walked out of the public restroom as if nothing had happened.

On the way back to the Shenjiangwan Community, Qin Yi, like many other pedestrians, had Bluetooth earphones in his ears and was looking down at his phone with a leisurely expression. Uninformed bystanders would only think this young man was browsing Douyin short videos or something similar, but in reality, he was watching the playback of the footage of Wang Hongtai sent back by the 'Miniature Bionic Tracker' during this period.

Listening to Wang Hongtai's conversation in that tea room, Qin Yi couldn't help but show a look of shock. His brows furrowed as he thought to himself, 'How is it Wang Ming again? Could this Lawyer Wang Ming be the same Wang Ming who set the trap to harm my father? And what's the deal with the Zhao Family of the Capital? If the Wang Ming that Wang Hongtai mentioned is the same person as the Wang Ming in Jingnan, then isn't Zhao Lintai, the boss of Lintai Investment, the boss Chen Hu mentioned? Looking at it this way, returning to the Magic City was indeed the right choice.'

However, as the conversation between Wang Hongtai and Secretary Wang deepened, Qin Yi's expression became increasingly grave. He realized that the background of the Zhao Family of the Capital seemed unfathomable, and even Wang Hongtai's backer seemed somewhat wary. He thought to himself, "If they found out it was me who brought down Hongtai Construction, I'm afraid these people wouldn't let me go either..."

At this thought, Qin Yi couldn't help but clench his fists, a flash of determination in his eyes. He mused to himself, 'It seems I must be even more cautious about taking down Hongtai Construction. At the very least, I can't let these people guess that I was the one who did it!'

Just then, Qin Yi's phone rang, interrupting his thoughts. He glanced at the caller ID; it was actually his younger cousin—Qin Xiaoyue. Only then did Qin Yi recall that he had made an appointment for Qin Xiaoyue to come over at noon, and she should be arriving about now.

He quickly adjusted his emotions and answered the phone. "Hello, Xiao Yue."

"Brother, I'm at the entrance of the Shenjiangwan Community. Come and pick me up..." Qin Xiaoyue's slightly coquettish voice came from the other end of the line.

Qin Yi smiled slightly, his tone revealing a sense of pampering. "Okay, wait for me a moment. I'll be right there." After speaking, he quickened his pace and headed toward the community entrance.

After hanging up the phone, Qin Xiaoyue glanced indignantly at the young security guard standing watch at the community entrance, her small mouth muttering, "Hmph, my brother will be here soon. Let's see if you still dare to block me then."

The young security guard looked innocent. Before he could respond, Qin Yi had already appeared behind Qin Xiaoyue with a smile on his face.

He gently tapped Qin Xiaoyue's shoulder, but since she was facing away from him and completely unaware of anyone behind her, she let out a sudden startled cry. Turning around, she realized it was Qin Yi. She immediately put her hands on her hips, pouting her lips in a mock-scolding manner. "Brother, I hate you! You're scaring me again."

"Hehe, what are you doing at the entrance? Why don't you go in?" Qin Yi asked with a laugh.

"Isn't it because of you? You only said Building 7 of Shenjiangwan Community, but you didn't say which unit. Your community's security is so dedicated; they insisted I register before letting me in. It's such a pain," Qin Xiaoyue complained.

"Haha, the security is just doing their job for the safety of the community. Alright, alright, don't be Life Qi anymore. Come on, follow me in," Qin Yi said as he took Qin Xiaoyue's hand and led her into the community.

At the access control, after Qin Yi's face was recognized, the community's barrier gate slowly opened.

Seeing this, the young security guard hurriedly gave Qin Yi a salute and said respectfully, "Welcome home, Mr. Qin!"

Seeing this, Qin Xiaoyue made a face at the young security guard and said fiercely in a cute way, "See that? If my brother didn't live here, do you think I'd want to enter your shabby community!"

Hearing this, the young security guard could only chuckle foolishly, not daring to say anything more.

However, he thought to himself: What do you mean by a shabby community... This Shenjiangwan Community is one of the top high-end communities in the Magic City, yet this girl calls it a shabby community. But then, thinking that this girl's brother really was an Owner in Building 7, he let it go. Perhaps, in the eyes of rich people, this Shenjiangwan Community really isn't much.

Once they were further away, Qin Xiaoyue immediately changed her tune. Her eyes were full of little stars as she surveyed the community's environment, her voice filled with envy. "Brother, you're so rich, living in such a high-end community?"

"Hehe, didn't you just tell the security guard this was a shabby community?" Qin Yi teased.

"Hey, I was just putting on an act in front of outsiders. Brother, tell me, how much money do you actually have?" Qin Xiaoyue asked curiously.

"Why? Don't tell me your parents told you to ask?" Qin Yi asked with a raised eyebrow.

"How could that be? Brother, I know my parents are quite snobbish. But I'm not like them. I'm purely curious, just asking casually. Of course, I also have a little scheme of my own," Qin Xiaoyue said, her eyes flickering.

"Oh? What little scheme? Could it be that you want to borrow money?" Qin Yi asked with a smile.

"What? And if it really is to borrow money? You wouldn't be rich and heartless and refuse to lend it to me, would you?" Qin Xiaoyue asked with a mock-mysterious air.

"Haha, how could I? I'd definitely lend it to you. You're my sister. If my sister has a need, how could I, as her brother, not lend it?" Qin Yi said generously.

"Hmph, that's more like it... However, my little scheme isn't about borrowing money," Qin Xiaoyue said, shaking her head.

"Oh? Then what is it?" Qin Yi asked curiously.

"Wooo wooo..." Qin Xiaoyue suddenly started faking a cry. Glancing at Qin Yi, she continued, "Speaking of which, it's all your fault."

"How is this my fault again?" Qin Yi asked innocently.

"If you hadn't been such a tycoon and gifted me a five-clawed golden dragon right off the bat, the Guild wouldn't have noticed me. After you gifted the five-clawed golden dragon, the Guild manager sent me a private message, telling me to scam you more. They said you're a real tycoon, a professional Dragon raiser! When you asked me how many Gifts it would take to end the stream, the Guild manager told me to say I wanted to see the trigger effect of the 'sovereignty of nine-five' once more... What a joke, I'm your sister! How could I scam my own brother? So, I decisively refused and went offline at light speed..." Qin Xiaoyue said a lot in one breath, appearing somewhat excited.

"Uh, so?" Qin Yi asked, blinking his eyes.

"So, I'm about to lose my job, and it's all thanks to you! I don't care, you have to take responsibility!" Qin Xiaoyue said, pretending to be Life Qi.

"Hahaha, fine. I'll take responsibility, I'll take responsibility. Hey, but speaking of streaming, I wanted to ask you, how did you become a streamer? I remember your major was Fashion Design, right? Why did you think of becoming a streamer?" Qin Yi asked with a smile.

"Sigh, I had no choice. I couldn't find a job in my field after graduation, so I had to change careers. You know I like Anime, right? I usually post videos on Douyin wearing coser outfits at Anime Expos or doing Transformations when I'm bored. Over four years of university, I accumulated hundreds of thousands of Fans. Not long ago, while attending an Anime Expo, I was scouted by an MCN Company. I figured I had nothing better to do, so I might as well try the path of a streamer..." Qin Xiaoyue explained helplessly.

"Then why don't you start your own stream? Whatever you earn would be yours, you'd save on the Guild commission, and your time would be free—you could stream whenever you want," Qin Yi suggested.

"Sigh, I just graduated and have no experience... I was fooled by the MCN people saying that without a Guild, an account can't grow, and that I have good potential and could become an Internet celebrity with a little branding... Who would have thought the Guild was so black-hearted? They actually wanted me to become a Borderline Streamer! Hmph! It's simply a defilement of my cosplay!" Qin Xiaoyue said indignantly.

"Well, you certainly have principles," Qin Yi nodded in approval.

"Hehe, that's a must," Qin Xiaoyue laughed proudly.

As they spoke, the two had already entered Building 7.

"Wow," Qin Xiaoyue looked around the first-floor lobby, her eyes flashing with amazement. She suddenly leaned against Qin Yi, grabbed his arm, and whispered in his ear, "Brother, is this really a residential building? This is too luxurious! This place is way better than the community I'm renting in. Brother, do you have any empty rooms left? Can I move in and live with you?" As she spoke, she looked at Qin Yi expectantly, blinking her eyes, her delicate little face overflowing with a smile of anticipation and excitement.

"Haha," Qin Yi laughed heartily upon hearing this. He reached out and gently patted Qin Xiaoyue's head, his tone full of pampering as he said, "How could that not be okay? However, living together isn't necessary; I can just give you one unit."

"Really? Brother, you're too good." Hearing this, Qin Xiaoyue's eyes widened, her face full of disbelief. "Wait, that's not right. What did you just say? Give me one unit? Brother, don't tell me you bought several units in this community?"

"Something like that..." Qin Yi responded with a smile.

As they spoke, they entered the elevator. Qin Yi pressed the button for the top floor, and the elevator doors slowly closed and began to ascend.

In the elevator, a gossip-filled glint sparkled in Qin Xiaoyue's eyes. She leaned closer to Qin Yi and asked curiously, "Brother, I believe it now; you really are a true tycoon. Hey, I saw your Douyin account Rank is already 69. Confess honestly, how much money have you spent on the Moyin Platform?..."

Qin Yi smiled gently upon hearing this. He reached out and rubbed his nose, saying somewhat sheepishly, "Something like that, nearly ten million."

Hearing this, Qin Xiaoyue's eyes widened even further. She took a sharp breath and exclaimed, "Holy crap, ten million... Brother, you should have said so earlier! If you'd said so earlier, I wouldn't have bothered streaming so hard every day..."

As she spoke, she narrowed her eyes and looked at Qin Yi meaningfully, teasing him gossipingly, "Brother, tell the truth. Since you spent so much money, haven't you gone on an offline date with a beautiful Female Streamer?"

Hearing this, Qin Yi shook his head helplessly. He reached out and tapped Qin Xiaoyue's head, scolding her with a laugh, "Tsk, what are you saying? Is your brother that kind of person?"

"Hypocrite... In my opinion, you have the wicked intent but not the guts, right?" Qin Xiaoyue rubbed her forehead and responded with a giggle, a flash of mischief suddenly crossing her eyes. "Oh, I almost forgot, you have a girlfriend... what was her name? Let me think... Su, Su Mo, right? I bet your girlfriend is too strict... that's why you don't dare."

Qin Yi smiled helplessly but didn't offer any explanation. Fortunately, at that moment, the elevator reached the top floor.

The moment she stepped out of the elevator, Qin Xiaoyue was once again stunned by the sight before her. She couldn't help but let out a cry of surprise, "Holy crap... Brother, don't tell me you're the only household on this entire floor?"

Qin Yi raised an eyebrow and spread his hands with a smile. "Isn't it obvious? Alright, stop being shocked and come on in." As he spoke, he placed his hand on the door handle. With a click, the door opened.

Hearing the noise, the several people in the living room stopped their laughter and looked toward the door one after another.