Rebirth: Once Again With You

"That person you just mentioned. What kind of person is he? Are you sure he didn't just say that to make you happy?"

"That's not true! Big Brother Zhi once saved me from kidnappers. He is strong and a competent person. Even Grandfather can't carelessly order him around. He has no reason to lie to me." Ye Zhong rebutted on the spot.

"What do you mean he saved you?"

"Big Brother Zhi is the only person whose strength I acknowledge in this world. He is stronger than anyone I ever see in this group!"

For an annoying brat like him to speak so highly of Dai Zhiqiang, and even with sparkling eyes, it must mean that he was very fond of him.

Li Caiyi assumed this must be why the big boss of this place felt indebted and decided to help Dai Zhiqiang with his difficult situation.

"But why can't your Grandfather do anything to him? Isn't he the big boss of this place?"

"How should I know that? Stop asking me questions! I'm not obligated to answer your question."

"Aww, don't say that, Young Master. It's natural for a person to learn from someone more knowledgeable. Please tell me more about it." Li Caiyi smiled fawningly at him, but the little boy only snorted.

"Even if you finally realized my greatness and talked sweetly, I'm not going to talk to you anymore. Tell me what's your name so I can report you to Grandpa."

"If I tell you, will you tell me more about this Big Brother Zhi person?"

"No! You have no choice in this matter! Just tell me your name quickly, you wicked woman!"

"I don't want to. Why should I tell you that? There is a term called "give and take" in this world, little kid." Li Caiyi stuck out her tongue, and Ye Zhong was enraged once again.

However, before he could shout at her again, they heard the sound of footsteps reverberating in the hallway outside.

They were frozen on the spot for a moment until Ye Zhong quickly jumped from the couch.

"Look, because you are too noisy, now he is going to find me!" Ye Zhong hissed while glaring at Li Caiyi.

"Ah? Come to think of it, what are you doing here by yourself, Young Master?"

"I was playing hide and seek with Big Brother Zhi. I chose this old game room to hide, but you just have to come here and ruin everything! I will definitely ask Grandpa to fire you later. Hmmph!"

But Li Caiyi couldn't hear Ye Zhong's voice anymore because her head turned blank instantly, hearing that Dai Zhiqiang would be coming soon.

'If Young Master told him about what I did, I would most definitely be taken for interrogation. And if that happens, they'll find out I'm an outsider sneaking into this place! I will be killed!'

Not to mention, Lin Xiang would also get into a lot of trouble if they found out her identity. And after she promised she would be extra careful not to give herself away too!

That couldn't be happening. Li Caiyi had to find a way to stop that.

Ye Zhong scoffed at her. "So you know how to panic? But it's too late now. No matter what you say, your fate has been sealed. Who told you to act high and mighty towards me? You should pack your things now to save your time."

Li Caiyi ignored the little boy's taunt and grabbed his shoulders instead. "Young Master, how about I help you distract his attention?"

"Don't touch me with your filthy hand." Ye Zhong frowned and slapped her hand away from him.

"If I come out now and tell him that you aren't here, it will buy you some time to hide at another place. You can play with your beloved Big Brother Zhi longer that way. Perhaps he will also praise you for doing such a good job in hiding."

The footsteps were getting closer, so the restless Li Caiyi just blurted out whatever was in her mind. Her first priority was preventing this little boy and Dai Zhiqiang from meeting!

Thankfully, Ye Zhong didn't seem entirely against the idea either. He mulled it over for a bit before haughtily nodding her head.

"What you said is reasonable. I will follow along with your plan for now. Make sure to do your job right, or it's firing time for you!"

Li Caiyi nodded her head vehemently. "Yes, of course! I will do my utmost best for you, Young Master. Now, if you'll excuse me."

Without waiting for his response, Li Caiyi lifted the five-year-old boy by his armpit and shoved him behind one of the game machines. The boy struggled vehemently, but he wasn't Li Caiyi's match yet.

Ye Zhong was obviously offended by this treatment, but Li Caiyi quickly pressed her index finger to his lips to seal his mouth.

This might be the last time she saw this cheeky kid. She found the idea quite unfortunate.

Although he was a mean and annoying kid, he probably was just lonely. It must be hard for a young boy like him to grow up without his parents.

Besides, she had fun teasing and talking to him.

"Be kinder to others, and I'm sure someday you won't have to look down on others just so others won't look down at you. This big sister is leaving now. Take care of yourself, Young Master."

Li Caiyi covered his small figure with the curtain and dashed towards the door quickly. She took a deep breath before opening the door.

Sure enough, it was the sound of Dai Zhiqiang's footsteps. He stood a few steps away from the door when she opened it and was visibly surprised to see her. His eyes closely scanned her from up to down, making her feel self-conscious.

Li Caiyi wanted to minimize any contact with him, so she just bowed her head slightly before walking past him in a hurry.

"Wait."

She turned her body to him at his call but lowered her head. Her heart thumped loudly in nervousness.

"Have you seen the Young Master around here?"

Li Caiyi was worried her voice would give herself away, so she just shook her head.

"By the way, why did you come out of that room? And you are not staff assigned to the main building, aren't you? Your face is unfamiliar."

There was a hint of suspicion in his tone. Li Caiyi broke out in a cold sweat as she racked her brain, trying to find her answer.

"I'm a new person here."

She deliberately replied shortly and changed her voice tone, but Dai Zhiqiang's eyes narrowed even more.

'He didn't buy it. I knew it wouldn't be easy to fool him!' Li Caiyi groaned inwardly, fearing what he would say next.

Dai Zhiqiang's dark black eyes seemed like he could see right through her. It was as if a sirene inside her body tried to alert her about the danger; she wanted to run away from his inquisitive stare.

"Can you take off your mask for a bit? There is something I want to make sure of."