Chapter 1623

As they were approaching the entrance of Sihai Residence, Baili Xia suddenly stopped.

When Mu Xiaoyao caught up with her, she casually said, “I want to go back to my room to rest for a bit.”

After speaking, she glanced toward the main house, in the direction of her former room.

Her mind was in turmoil, and the last person Baili Xia wanted to face at this moment was Uncle.

Even though Uncle was definitely not there now, she didn’t want to go to Sihai Residence at all.

“Your room?” Mu Xiaoyao followed her gaze and looked toward the main house.

He calmly said, “You’ve already moved to Sihai Residence.

I’ll still take you back to Sihai Residence first.”

“No.” Baili Xia’s rejection came out without a hint of hesitation.

“No?” Mu Xiaoyao looked at her, slightly furrowing his brow.

Is this…

a sign of resistance to Sihai Residence?

Did this girl get into another disagreement with Uncle?

Only then did Baili Xia realize, fearing he would notice her unease, she quickly explained.

“It’s not that, it’s just that I’m still not quite used to living there yet.

Otherwise, I wouldn’t be having nightmares.”

“There’s no room for you in the main house anymore,” Mu Xiaoyao said calmly.

He knew saying this would upset the girl, but these matters she had to face head-on, there was no way to avoid them.

No one expects her to live in the main house; only Uncle’s place can be considered her home.

Baili Xia’s heart tightened.

She knew it was impossible for her to live in the main house now.

But going to Sihai Residence, facing Uncle…

Suddenly, a thought flashed through her mind—Grandpa needs her help.

Going back might uncover evidence of Uncle’s plans against Grandpa.

She couldn’t let fear make her avoid confrontation; she had to return.

Even knowing that Uncle is so meticulous, it’s unlikely he’ll leave any evidence, going back gives her a chance.

Thinking of this, she nodded, feeling a bit more at ease.

“Alright, let’s go to Sihai Residence.”

After saying that, she turned around first and walked toward the courtyard.

Mu Xiaoyao watched Baili Xia’s back, pausing slightly.

He didn’t expect this girl to change her mind so quickly.

Just now, he saw some sadness in her expression, but suddenly she’s so relaxed again.

This girl’s ability to handle stress seems much stronger than her petite frame suggests.

Mu Xiaoyao followed Baili Xia into the courtyard.

“Brother, don’t make me study today. I want to rest a bit. Didn’t sleep well last night.”

Baili Xia, walking ahead, turned back, intending to look at Mu Xiaoyao, but her gaze passed him, and from afar saw a figure walking out of the main house.

Ning Anran…

she walked out of the main house lobby, hurriedly passing through the courtyard.

She was walking quickly, seemed to be heading out.

Ning Anran is going out…

With a quick thought, Baili Xia knew her opportunity had arrived.

She stopped and turned to Mu Xiaoyao.

“Brother, I suddenly remembered I have something to discuss with Zimo and need to go back.”

“What is it?” Mu Xiaoyao looked down at her, asking calmly.

“Zimo hasn’t been feeling well lately.

I’m going to check on her.”

Perhaps thinking this reason was too simple, she added, “And with the New Year approaching, Zimo in the Mu family is unfamiliar with the place and people, I’m going to see if she needs anything, also to take care of her.”

In fact, speaking of Zimo, Mu Xiaoyao was well aware of their relationship; he wasn’t going to stop her.

Anyway, today’s plan was to accompany her.

If she’s going to see Zimo, he’ll just wait.