Qian Shumei's thoughts were accurate; Lin Jiashan saw the text message.
Sensing potential danger, he contacted his parents first, asking them to take the children for a few days.
As for Hao Yumei, she was an adult and usually treated Qian Shumei well, so what could she do to her?
His parents didn't know his true intentions. Hearing "a few days," they didn't set a specific date to pick them up, so they weren't in a hurry.
In fact, although the two children were their grandchildren, they were usually looked after by their maternal grandparents, so there was still some distance between them.
It wasn't that they didn't love the children, but rather the children seemed reluctant to stay in their home.
Liu Sandao knew the spirits were preparing to act and had instructed Bai Suxiang to check on the Lin family early.
Although Bai Suxiang was angry, when she went out, Liu Sandao placed the bracelet on her right hand and repeatedly told her to crush one of the beads if she was in danger.
Bai Suxiang had the disposition of a young girl; once she got over an obstacle, she would forget about it.
After all, Liu Sandao had finally given her something he had gifted himself.
Lin Jiashan was away on a business trip these days, leaving Hao Yumei, Qian Shumei, and the children at home.
"Hey! What are you doing?"
Spirit Number Seven admonished.
Spirit Number Five, taking advantage of an unguarded moment, breathed directly onto Hao Yumei.
Do not underestimate this breath; mortals could not withstand it. It was the Yin energy of the Asura Realm, even more chilling than the Yin energy of the mortal world.
Therefore, Hao Yumei, opening her door at noon, was yawning constantly, seeming to have not slept well and caught a cold.
"I'll lend Brother Zhu a hand and, coincidentally, make her plan go more smoothly!" Spirit Number Five chuckled foolishly. Seven didn't get angry and curled his lips, saying, "You've seen through it?"
"Of course, isn't Brother trying to get that woman's fortune? But she is a blessed person, protected by the gods. Can we succeed?"
Five clearly didn't believe the mission could be accomplished.
Seven, however, was different; he was full of confidence.
"Just watch, I'll open your eyes today!"
Bai Suxiang had come to the Lin family under the guise of tutoring the children. Liu Sandao had told her to stay at the Lin family as much as possible, and she was worried about how to find an excuse when Hao Yumei fell ill.
Qian Shumei had also been a bit absent-minded these past few days, not handling housework as efficiently as before. As Bai Suxiang was there, Hao Yumei asked Bai Suxiang to look after the children so that Qian Shumei could focus on the housework.
Although Qian Shumei didn't quite agree, she had too many things left undone and didn't say much.
Her mind was preoccupied with how to create some conflict to show off to Lin Jiashan.
Lin Jiashan was on a business trip and couldn't possibly rush back immediately, so scaring him would be enough!
The spirits seemed in no hurry, especially Seven, who had specifically instructed Five to bring a pot of wine.
All of this was within Liu Sandao's sight; he saw it all clearly.
To be safe, he and Bai Suxiang would be in the open while he remained in the shadows.
The day passed quickly, and it was unknowingly evening. By past ten o'clock, Hao Yumei felt increasingly weak. Bai Suxiang, seeing that the children were asleep and having no better reason to stay, got up to leave.
Hao Yumei felt it was too late, and there were many spare rooms in the house, so she asked her to stay the night before leaving.
It was safer for a young girl, especially such a pretty one, not to walk home alone at night.
Bai Suxiang agreed and was arranged to stay in the guest room next to the master bedroom. Su Dan Novel Network.
Liu Sandao didn't dare to slacken for a moment; he had a premonition that something big would happen tonight.
But at this moment, Five said to Seven, "Brother! The Master is here, asking us to see him before we act; he has important matters to instruct us!"
"Ah, really? Okay, we'll go now. It's not too late to deal with them when we get back!"
Seven asked with feigned confusion.
They were going to see the newcomer, so they must have something unspeakable to do. If they could find out how they would act immediately, it would be a preemptive move to prevent tragedy.
Liu Sandao thought this and decided to follow them.
Qian Shumei thought of an excellent idea: arson. She only needed to set a fire on the second floor, in the living room near the master bedroom. The fire would be small and controllable; if all else failed, she could even ask Bai Suxiang for help to put it out. This would allow her to show her merit in front of Hao Yumei and indirectly threaten Lin Jiashan; it was a perfect plan.
Lin Jiashan was not home, so the children usually slept with Hao Yumei.
Thinking of this, Qian Shumei became energized, and even past two or three in the morning, she had no hint of sleepiness.
Hao Yumei, exhausted, had long fallen asleep with the children. As for Bai Suxiang, she was also very sleepy and had fallen asleep.
Qian Shumei tiptoed downstairs and prepared some flammable items.
Some cardboard boxes she had saved these days to sell for money. And some unwanted clothes. To ignite them quickly, she took half a pot of oil from the kitchen.
With everything prepared, she called Lin Jiashan.
"Watch, this is the consequence of you not agreeing. It's not too late to agree now!"
The call connected, and Lin Jiashan listened to Qian Shumei's threats, but contrary to her expectations, he didn't say a word, just listened quietly.
More upsetting to her than her words was Chi Lanxiang's remark: "If you don't make a choice, I'll tell Hao Yumei and her family about us! See how you explain it to them!"
If she didn't agree to Chi Lanxiang, she would surely be ruined; if she agreed, how would she confront Hao Yumei and get her to divorce willingly?
Only then could she avoid losing everything and at least secure control of the company.
Not hearing Lin Jiashan's reply, Qian Shumei gave up; she wanted to teach him a lesson!
She took out a lighter and aimed it at the pile of cardboard boxes, "Snap!"
The lighter flashed, but it didn't ignite.
Her heart sank! She was actually afraid; this was not a good thing after all.
The Lin family had treated her quite well. If not for the urgent need for money, and if Lin Jiashan hadn't promised and then reneged, she would never have taken this step!
It was all Lin Jiashan's fault!
"Snap!" This time, Qian Shumei successfully lit the lighter. With trembling hands, she went to light the cardboard boxes.
It took a while, but the cardboard boxes still wouldn't ignite.
Qian Shumei took a deep breath, and her mind cleared a bit. If she lit the paper first, then ignited the cardboard boxes, wouldn't that work?
Thinking this, she turned back to her maid's room to find a piece of paper.
"Snap!"
This time, it was surprisingly smooth; it ignited immediately. To make the fire bigger, she deliberately sat on a nearby chair and waited.
Only when the fire grew larger would it appear to be a fire accident; otherwise, a small fire could be extinguished with a single stomp, and her plan would be foiled.
Time passed, second by second, minute by minute, and the fire grew increasingly...
"Help! Fire! Put it out quickly!"