C12 Jiang Nan Is the Most Obedient

"Not exactly. Science is divided into theory and practice, and I'm the latter. In simple terms, I invent things based on existing scientific theories!"

"Then you, Sixth Sister, must be incredibly talented, right?"

"Talented my foot. You're the one with the real talent! Let's head home. I've heard that Eldest Sister has been trying her hand at cooking lately, and I'm eager to try it out!"

Upon returning to the grand villa, Jiang Nan discovered Eldest Sister, Second Sister, and Seventh Sister seated on the sofa, deep in conversation.

Eldest Sister and Second Sister looked stern, while Seventh Sister appeared deeply distressed. Her long legs were pressed together, and her delicate hands incessantly twisted the hem of her clothes, tears threatening to spill.

"Seventh Sister got an earful!" Jiang Miaomiao couldn't resist the urge to stir the pot.

"How many times have I told you to control yourself around your brother? You never listen! Nan just got back, and your behavior could upset him. Do you understand?" Jiang Shuangshuang admonished Jiang Xiaoxiao with a pointed finger.

Witnessing the scene, Jiang Nan wedged himself between Second Sister and Seventh Sister, shielding Jiang Xiaoxiao.

"Eldest Sister, Second Sister, Seventh Sister, I'm home! Eldest Sister, Second Sister, please stop scolding Seventh Sister. If anyone should be scolded, it's me."

Jiang Xiaoxiao felt a surge of emotion.

"Nan, even if you're not upset, we sisters are. Stop defending her! I think we've spoiled her rotten; she's developed the temperament of a spoiled heiress and still plays the victim!" Jiang Shuangshuang's words were sharp as blades.

"Wow, wow, wow, protecting Seventh Sister like that, huh? What am I, Sixth Brother, chopped liver?"

At that, Jiang Nan and Jiang Xiaoxiao couldn't help but burst into laughter.

Jiang Nan swiftly steered the conversation elsewhere, taking Jiang Jixue by the hand, "Eldest Sister, I'm craving your cooking, especially those Coke chicken wings!"

"Just keep spoiling her," Eldest Sister teased, tapping Jiang Nan on the nose before rising to start cooking.

Watching Eldest Sister walk away, Jiang Xiaoxiao called out with a defiant lift of her head, "My brother's affection isn't wasted on me. Hmph!"

Whirling around, Jiang Shuangshuang's demeanor was frosty!

Jiang Xiaoxiao, terrified, gulped down her saliva and pleaded, "Second sister! I admit my mistake!"

Jiang Nan wrapped an arm around Jiang Shuangshuang and implored, "Second sister, she realizes her error. Please forgive her!"

"Out of consideration for Nan, I'll let it slide this time. But if it happens again, you're cut off!"

Jiang Xiaoxiao hung her head, feeling wronged.

Seizing the moment, Jiang Nan embraced his two sisters and suggested, "Come on, we're all family here. Let's enjoy the warmth and joy together. No more hard feelings. Why don't we lend a hand to our Eldest Sister? She's been working so hard on her own!"

They both nodded in agreement, and Jiang Nan led them toward the kitchen. Jiang Miaomiao let out a sigh, remarking, "It's as if we're strangers here, avoiding the kitchen just because we have guests! Call me when everything's ready."

As Jiang Miaomiao turned to leave, Jiang Nan leaped from the kitchen, exclaiming, "Sixth sister, you look absolutely stunning!"

"Well, naturally! Not only am I gorgeous, but I'm also like our Eldest Sister... Ouch! What are you doing?"

Before she could finish her sentence, Jiang Nan playfully showered her with flour!

Jiang Miaomiao lunged forward and tackled Jiang Nan, pressing him down. She shook off the flour from her clothes, making sure none went to waste, and returned the favor by dusting it all back onto Jiang Nan.

Jiang Xiaoxiao, watching their playful scuffle, felt a pang of jealousy and asked, "Can I join the flour fight too?"

"The flour fight?"

Jiang Jixue, apron-clad, emerged from the kitchen to find Jiang Miaomiao and Jiang Nan covered in flour. She was instantly livid and pointed at Jiang Miaomiao, demanding, "Sixth Brother, get up this instant! Now that we're well-off, you think it's okay to waste food?"

Jiang Miaomiao stood up dutifully and murmured, "It wasn't me, it was Jiang Nan..."

"That can't be true. Jiang Nan is always the well-behaved one, right?" Her voice softened instantly.

Jiang Nan, sensing an opportunity to tease Jiang Miaomiao, put on an act of innocence and claimed, "It was Sixth sister who threw flour on me, and now she's trying to blame me!"

Jiang Miaomiao's eyes bulged as she pointed at Jiang Nan and exclaimed, "You little rascal, have a conscience when you speak! I was outside the kitchen; where would I get flour from?"

"Big sister, she's being mean to me!" Jiang Nan pleaded for a hug from Jiang Jixue.

What could Jiang Jixue do but dote on him? She disregarded the flour on Jiang Nan's clothes and enveloped him in her arms, soothingly saying, "There, there, no more tears! Your big sister will set her straight for you."

"Look at the mess you've made, Jiang Miaomiao!"

Jiang Miaomiao was seething, yet she dared not let it show, her lips pursed so tightly they could hang clothes!

Around the dining table, the siblings gathered, the atmosphere exceptionally warm and congenial.

Thanks to Jiang Shuangshuang's assistance, today's meal was especially plentiful.

Jiang Nan ate with gusto, much to Jiang Jixue's delight.

Post-dinner, the eldest sister received an urgent call from her company and dashed off. The second sister had pressing matters at Zhongyuan Restaurant and hurried away as well.

Before long, the vast villa was left to just Jiang Miaomiao, Jiang Xiaoxiao, and Jiang Nan.

Jiang Xiaoxiao tossed a suit to Jiang Nan, instructing, "Try this on, see if it fits!"

After changing in his room, Jiang Nan descended the stairs to find Jiang Miaomiao gaping at him in astonishment.

"No wonder Xiaoxiao is head over heels; my little brother is quite the looker!"

Jiang Nan chuckled and settled next to Jiang Miaomiao, asking, "Not too shabby, huh?"

"More than not too shabby!" Jiang Miaomiao quipped. "With the eldest and second sisters gone, if anything happens tonight, I won't scream, and neither can you!"

"Don't fret, little brother, I've got your back!" Jiang Xiaoxiao declared, puffing up with protective fervor.

Jiang Nan shook his head, grinning, "Come on, sister, you're joking. Sixth elder sister wouldn't harm me!"

"Hold on!" Jiang Miaomiao suddenly piped up, "Why do you call Jiang Xiaoxiao 'sister' but refer to me as 'Sixth elder sister'?"

Jiang Nan turned to Jiang Xiaoxiao, seeking assistance.

"Doesn't 'Sixth Sister' sound so much warmer than just 'sister'? Think about it, does our eldest sister call you 'Sixth Sister' or 'Old Six'? Obviously, it's 'Old Six'! It might sound a bit harsh, but it's a term of endearment that's uniquely ours. Don't you agree, my dear Queen?"

Jiang Xiaoxiao blinked. Her emotional intelligence was as high as her status as an international superstar, a key factor in her enduring fame. A single misstep in her words could lead to a career-ending ban.

Yet, Jiang Xiaoxiao never formally studied the art of conversation. Growing up under her father's influence, she effortlessly navigated the most challenging of questions.

Later that night, Jiang Nan was engrossed in his phone, exploring its features with fresh curiosity.

"Knock, knock, knock!"

The sound of knocking echoed.

"Which one of my adorable sisters is it?"

"Your Majesty the Queen!"

It was clear without asking that this level of dramatics could only come from Sixth Sister—no one else would pull off such a stunt.

Jiang Nan opened the door, feigning apprehension, "Sister, I'm still little, please don't pick on me!"

"Oh, look at you, all frightened! Do I seem like the type to do that, like Jiang Xiaoxiao?"

Stepping inside, Jiang Miaomiao pulled out a phone from her pocket and announced, "Nan, that old phone of yours just won't do, and Big Sister didn't clue me in either. This is the latest innovation from my company. Check it out!"

Jiang Nan accepted the phone, his eyes widening in amazement.

The phone was a marvel, barely a millimeter thick, completely transparent, and indistinguishable from a pane of glass when turned off.

It was incredibly light to the touch and boasted a genuine edge-to-edge screen.