The Real Daughter Needs Saving by This Vicious Female Cannon Fodder? - Chapter 41

Early the next morning, just before dawn.

Gu Xia deliberately woke up extra early. Clutching her chest and holding her slightly loose nightgown together, she quietly climbed out of her two-meter-wide bed.

Operation: Win Ning Anran’s Favor officially begins!

With a crystal-clear understanding of her own kitchen-destroying abilities, Gu Xia crossed out the idea of personally cooking breakfast—something that sounded lovely in theory but was disastrous in practice.

If she really tried cooking, Ning Anran might end up with more than just a cold—she’d probably be vomiting, having diarrhea, and passing out.

But even if she couldn’t cook, she had the almighty power of money.

“Second Miss, even livestock couldn’t eat this much!”

Aunt Li stared at the long list of dishes Gu Xia had written down and voiced her confusion.

“Is it really wasteful for just the two of us?”

“Aunt Li, Ning Anran is sick right now. She needs proper nourishment.”

“I can’t let her stay so pale and thin, looking like some fragile Lin Daiyu.”

Gu Xia didn’t think the breakfast spread was excessive. She just wasn’t sure what Ning Anran would want to eat while sick, so she’d asked Aunt Li to prepare a variety.

She’d already sent an extra red envelope to Aunt Li’s account.

After all, suddenly increasing someone’s workload at the crack of dawn deserved compensation.

“Second Miss, the Eldest Miss is also home.”

“Shouldn’t you ask what she’d like to eat too?”

Only when Aunt Li mentioned her sister did Gu Xia belatedly realize that in her eagerness to build goodwill with Ning Anran, she’d completely forgotten about her own older sister.

She was just about to ask Aunt Li to add a couple more dishes when the woman awkwardly chuckled.

“Oh dear, I just remembered there’s soup simmering in the kitchen! Second Miss, you keep the Eldest Miss company—I’ll go check on it!”

With that, Aunt Li vanished from sight as if she’d greased the soles of her feet.

Was Gu Xia really that terrifying?

“Gu Xia, I can overlook you having only Ning Anran in your head all day.”

“But now you’ve forgotten your own sister exists?”

Her ear was lightly pinched, and Gu Xia hissed in pain before turning to see Gu Lindong’s half-smile, half-glare.

“Ow… that hurts…”

“Elder Sister, I was just about to ask you—”

She might not be good at much, but her ability to whimper and beg was top-tier—enough to soften anyone’s heart.

“Just about to? I think you didn’t remember me at all.”

Seeing Gu Xia’s ears turn red, Gu Lindong couldn’t bring herself to pinch harder and settled for pretending to scold her ungrateful little sister.

“And what’s this about Ning Anran being sick?”

Realizing her sister had gone easy on her, Gu Xia lowered her head obediently and recounted everything that had happened the night before.

“Elder Sister, Ning Anran caught a cold because she got drenched in the rain for me. Isn’t it only natural that I’d want to take care of her?”

Coming from anyone else, that would’ve sounded perfectly reasonable. But from her usually indifferent little sister, it was anything but.

“Do you think I don’t know you?”

“She gets a cold, and you’re already keeping her in a golden cage?”

“What, can’t bear to let her go to work?”

With her ulterior motives completely exposed, Gu Xia grew sheepish and turned her head away, avoiding Gu Lindong’s all-seeing gaze.

So what if she was keeping a beauty in a golden cage?

It wasn’t like she couldn’t afford it!

She could take care of Ning Anran for a lifetime if she wanted!

Moreover, Ning Anran’s current physical condition really isn’t suitable for going to work anymore. It would be better for her to stay in bed and rest.

“Sis, Ning Anran is a newcomer, and asking for leave from the team might lead to her being ostracized. Remember to say something to the team members.”

This little devil.

She’s using her sister’s authority as a shield for Ning Anran. When did her little sister become so clever after gaining awareness?

“Alright, I’ll keep an eye on your person for you.”

“But Xiaxia, you need to understand that if one day Ning Anran becomes beyond your control, you shouldn’t force it.”

Gu Lindong was giving Gu Xia an advance warning. She had long suspected that Ning Anran’s true identity might be Wen Wanbai’s biological daughter—the young miss of Yuanye Group.

What did this mean?

Had her sister also awakened like her? Did she know Ning Anran’s true identity? Did she know Ning Anran would leave this place?

Truly her good sister—even after awakening, she couldn’t bear to tie her up and give her a good thrashing.

Thinking about all the brainless things she did before awakening, Gu Xia felt her life was utterly ruined!

But fortunately, she had a chance to start over.

“Sis, I never intended to control Ning Anran’s life.”

“I just think she’s too exhausted and deserves some rest today.”

Seeing the seriousness in Gu Xia’s eyes, along with a newfound determination quite different from the immature child she used to be, Gu Lindong chuckled lightly.

She wondered if this change in Gu Xia was just a passing whim or if she would revert to her former domineering self in a couple of days.

“Alright, Xiaxia, as long as you’re clear about it in your heart.”

…

Her throat felt parched, almost burning.

Lying in bed, Ning Anran touched her scorching forehead and frowned slightly.

It seemed she still had a fever.

When did her body become so weak? Just getting caught in the rain and wind last night shouldn’t have left her this frail.

“Ning Anran, would you like some congee?”

“Auntie just finished making it.”

A soft, gentle voice reached her as Gu Xia approached, holding a small porcelain bowl. Her fingers delicately held a spoon, scooping up a small portion of congee.

“The doctor came by this morning and prescribed some medicine. I didn’t disturb you since you were asleep.”

Sitting by the bed, Gu Xia offered the spoonful of congee.

Ning Anran didn’t refuse Gu Xia’s kindness. She opened her mouth and swallowed the congee.

Even after washing up, she still felt dizzy. Glancing at her phone, she saw the generous leave approval from her team leader.

Ning Anran decided to return to bed for some rest.

A sticky note left by Gu Xia when she woke up was still on the bedside table. It read: “I went to help Auntie Li cook. Ning Anran, if you’re feeling unwell, remember to stay in bed and rest properly! If you don’t behave, I’ll have to scold you!”

At the end of the note was a drawing of a fierce-looking tiger, though aside from the “king” character on its forehead, it looked more like an adorable kitten.

“The doctor said you need to eat before taking your medicine.”

“How is it? Does the congee taste alright?”

Though she claimed to have helped Auntie Li cook, Gu Xia had only assisted a little, mainly to boost her own contribution.

“It’s fine.”

Ning Anran answered hoarsely, her chest rising and falling slightly. She wasn’t sure if it was due to her illness or Gu Xia’s tender gestures that caused this strange sensation.

“Congratulations, host! The female lead’s affection has increased by 5 points!”

“5% progress in affection equals 50 points. Please enjoy your reward~”

Watching Ning Anran’s pink affection meter gradually rise, Gu Xia felt his life brimming with motivation.

Sister! Mom! Dad!

I won’t let our family’s legacy fall apart in my hands!

I! Will! Be! A rich second-generation heir for life!