Those Classmates who Suddenly Disappeared

Chapter 758 - 758 758 She has a problem

758: Chapter 758 She has a problem 758: Chapter 758 She has a problem Early in the morning, Qian Feng left her room, breathing deeply and cultivating her Qi in the courtyard.

No matter how comfortable her current life was, she never slacked off in her training.

Who knew when she might face a formidable opponent again.

After half an hour of morning exercise, Qian Feng exhaled gently and returned indoors, just as Qian Xue finished preparing a table full of delicious food.

She invited Qian Feng to join her for breakfast.

“Where are Qian Ying and Ning Qi?” Qian Feng casually asked before digging into her breakfast.

“The two of them came back late at night yesterday.

They’re probably not awake yet.” Just as Qian Xue finished speaking, Qian Ying and Ning Qi, yawning, joined them at the table.

“What did you say, Sis?

I heard everything.

Even if we love to oversleep, we’d never miss your breakfast.

At most, we’ll just take a nap afterwards.” Qian Ying didn’t hesitate to take a cup of hot milk and begin drinking it.

After eating, Ning Qi couldn’t help but praise, “Sister, your cooking skills are beyond words.

I never thought you’d learn to use modern kitchen utensils so quickly.”

In response to this, Qian Xue smiled proudly, “Of course.

Before I joined Shenv Xuanhui, I was a culinary enthusiast.

Plus, I’ve been studying modern cooking methods recently, so I’m definitely improving.”

The four women sat together, eating and chatting.

Qian Feng kindly warned, “Alright, Qian Ying.

Even though life is wonderful, don’t spend all your time eating and playing and neglect your cultivation.”

To this, Qian Ying quickly explained, “Sister, don’t say that.

I haven’t been wasting all my time.

I’ve also been cultivating.”

Qian Xue then asked, “Two days ago you and Ning Qi stayed out late playing, and last night you were roaming the streets until late at night.

I didn’t see you cultivating at all.”

Qian Ying explained, “No, we could have come back early last night, but we ran into Qian Ye and Gu Ling.

They were being harassed by a bunch of punks.

We helped them out, which made us late.”

Hearing this, Qian Feng was taken aback, “What, you ran into Qian Ye?

She stayed out that late?

It seems she has truly recovered.”

“Yeah, how exactly did Qian Ye manage to recover?

Could it be that she really got help from someone mysterious like she said?” Ning Qi said with a tone of doubt.

Qian Xue smiled indifferently, “Otherwise, how could Qian Ye recover so quickly?

Either she got help from someone or she has some special method.

In any case, she doesn’t want us to know.”

Remembering something, Qian Ying interjected, “But Qian Ye seemed hostile to me last night.

It felt as if she still hadn’t let go of past grievances.”

Upon hearing this, Qian Xue looked puzzled, “How could that be?

Qian Ye is always advocating for letting go of resentments.

Besides, she has always been friendly to you.

Why would she suddenly become hostile?”

“And it’s not just that.

I feel there’s something off about this Qian Ye, or rather about Lin Xi’s mannerisms.” Ning Qi’s words stirred Qian Feng’s heart, “You’re right.

Last time I visited Gu Fan’s house and saw Qian Ye…I mean, Lin Xi…she seemed different from usual.

Her way of speaking was like a relic of the past.”

Ning Qi continued, “And last night, Gu Ling didn’t call Lin Xi ‘Sister Lin Xi’ at all.”

“Yes, it was indeed as Sister said.” Qian Ying tried hard to recall what was off about the Lin Xi they encountered last night.

“Moreover, Lin Xi seemed to have aged quite a bit.

There’s a significant difference in her demeanor.” Ning Qi’s pointed statement deepened Qian Ying and Qian Feng’s suspicions about Lin Xi.

Qian Feng furrowed her brow, “Since we all feel there’s something off about this Qian Ye, and it may well be related to her sudden recovery, why don’t we check it out?”

Hearing this, Qian Xue, Qian Ying, and Ning Qi all looked excited, like they had been bored for a long time and finally found something to do.

After breakfast, the four women set off immediately, heading straight for where Lin Xi lived.

Elsewhere, as Qian Ye just woke up and was brushing her teeth, washing her face, and eating breakfast.

She spoke as little as possible, worried that her ancient way of speaking might reveal her true identity.

Gu Fan had considered this issue.

Living with Lin Xi’s parents made it impossible for Qian Ye to stay silent all the time.

She tried hard to adopt modern ways of speaking, but it was difficult to change her ancient tone quickly.

Should Lin Xi’s parents become suspicious of Qian Ye, she could always claim that she had attended a few courses recently about ancient music and dance, which required her to learn some archaic language.

The most difficult issue would be if Lin Xi’s parents mentioned a past event or an agreement that Qian Ye had no clue about.

If she answered wrong, it would certainly arouse suspicion and make them doubt whether she was their daughter.

So, whenever she was asked about such things, Qian Ye typically responded ambiguously, like “Sure,” “Okay,” “You decide,” or “Let me think about it,” in order to evade possible suspicions.

Life was hard for Qian Ye like this.

She would finish her breakfast and dinner quickly and then hurry off to work, which actually meant seeking refuge at Gu Fan’s house.

However, just as Qian Ye stepped out the door that day, she ran into Ning Qi.

She furrowed her brows immediately and asked, “Are you here waiting for me?”

“No, I was just passing by and happened to see you.

Where are you going?

Let me give you a lift.” Ning Qi posed as friendly, seemingly sincere in offering her help.

Qian Ye was cautious, aware Ning Qi and Qian Ying stood on the same side.

If she exposed herself, Ning Qi would tell Qian Ying.

If Qian Ying informed Qian Feng, the once reconciled grudges would most likely be reopened.

“No need, don’t bother.” Qian Ye waved her off and tried to distance herself from Ning Qi.

But, Ning Qi did not give up.

She followed Qian Ye, chatting as they walked, “I don’t bear you any ill will.

After all, I joined Shennv Xuanhui out of helplessness.

We could have been friends originally.”

“Yeah, what a pity.” Qian Ye maintained her smile, rushing ahead as if too busy to chat.

Seeing Qian Ye’s haste, Ning Qi kindly offered, “Looking at how rushed you seem to be, let me give you a lift.”

“Thank you for your kindness.

I can manage on my own.” Qian Ye was polite in her reply, but inwardly she was anxious, wondering why Ning Qi would not take leave.

Ning Qi frowned as something felt off.

She had said so much, yet Lin Xi in front of her was avoiding deep conversation, merely providing short replies.

It felt as if she was intentionally distancing herself.

“Something isn’t right, something isn’t right!” Ning Qi’s suspicions deepened.