Chapter 309: Chapter 308 Secrets in Time (1) Chapter 309: Chapter 308 Secrets in Time (1) Gu Huai didn’t hesitate in the slightest as he responded, “How could that be? Confident and magnanimous, fearless and passionate, those are precisely the most valuable qualities she possesses. I’ve been wondering what kind of elders could nurture such admirable traits in her, but after meeting you, Uncle Qi, I now understand the true meaning of leading by example.”

Upon hearing Gu Huai’s words, Qi Qianli, who had just looked as gray as death, instantly revived on the spot, his face beaming as he sprang to his feet, excitedly grasping Gu Huai’s hand, “Ah! Brother! Brother! You’ve truly spoken to my heart!”

Qi Yue: “…”

No, but how did we suddenly become brothers?

Qi Qianli, full of grievances, began to pour out his woes to Gu Huai, “Brother! You don’t know! I haven’t ever married in my life, haven’t even dated, let alone raised kids! When Yueyue was sent over, I was still a child myself!

As a result, I had to play the roles of uncle, father, mother, and master all at once, and it was heart-wrenching! I was terrified of leading her astray if I didn’t teach her well!

I was worried she wouldn’t have any skills to rely on, so I taught her whatever I knew. I was afraid she would be bullied outside, so I raised her like a boy, exercising with her every day. But who knew, I might have overdone it a bit, as before she was even ten, she had beaten all the little brats in the village and declared herself the king of the mountain…

So then, I started to worry everyday because she lacked any semblance of a girl, wondering how she would ever find a boyfriend! But who knew she was so capable, she actually managed to find a gem for herself!

Brother… uh, I mean, Gu, I actually don’t have anything against you, quite the contrary, it’s because you’re so outstanding that I’m worried my naive and silly girl won’t be able to keep up with you for long! Although Uncle Qi here has never been in a relationship, I do know that love requires a bit of brainpower to maintain!”

Standing to the side, Qi Yue was actually quite touched by Second Uncle’s words, if she hadn’t heard the last sentence.

Where was she lacking in brains?

At this point, Qi Qianli slung his arm around Gu Huai’s shoulders, patting him with relief, “But Gu, after hearing what you said just now, Second Uncle is completely reassured because not only are you outstanding, but your taste is impeccable too! I’m at ease handing this girl over to you!”

Very good, very good, assurance obtained, assessment complete, this young man is another hopeless romantic!

…

After Second Uncle had left with his mind at ease, Qi Yue turned to the man beside her with a smile, “I really couldn’t tell, but you sure know how to flatter someone! Second Uncle was so taken in by you, he even called you brother!”

Gu Huai’s eyebrows slightly raised: “I wasn’t flattering Uncle Qi, I was just telling the truth.”

“Pfft… cough cough cough…”

Confronted with Gu Huai’s earnest gaze, Qi Yue choked, “You can’t be serious, do you really think that? Leaving the rest aside, let’s say you’ve got a point, but when I swelled up like a pig’s head from an allergic reaction to secretly drinking rice wine and still foolishly thought I was looking cool, you actually think I’m optimistic and kind-hearted? When I was listening on the side, I almost dug a two-bedroom apartment out with my toes from the awkwardness!”

Upon hearing Qi Yue’s words, Gu Huai fell silent, as if pondering something.

It was only after a long while that he let out a long sigh, “Qi Yue… do you really… not remember at all?”

Qi Yue looked puzzled: “Huh? Remember what?”

Gu Huai didn’t answer, instead picking up the sword that was beside him, “Weren’t you going to teach me swordplay, to have a little showdown?”

Qi Yue reflexively replied, “Ah… okay…”

Wait a minute, why did the conversation stop halfway?