1193 Her Pride Was Hur (2/2)

”No, I learned it myself by observing the crew the last time we tried to escape.”

Li Mengxia could feel that her pride was hurt.

Gu Xijiu took some time to acquire the skills to operate the ship. When she could finally control it, the crew member she tricked had even flattered her for her sharp intelligence.

Gu Xijiu was indeed extraordinary. It was no wonder that her master was so fond of her, so much that he would risk his life and dignity for her.

At first, Li Mengxia was a little aggrieved for her master, as she thought that Gu Xijiu did not deserve Celestial Master Zuo's fondness. However, now they seemed to be a perfect match with a complement of talents.

Fortunately, Li Mengxia did not forget to beg for her forgiveness. ”Miss Gu, you will not blame me, will you? I am very poor.”

Gu Xijiu was speechless. She turned to look at Li Mengxia. ”How could the overlord of the Secret Service Agency be poor? Are you going to say that you have elders at home who are almost eighty years old and also infants who still cry piteously for food?”

Li Mengxia's face reddened instantly. ”That is not the case. I am only 23 years old and an orphan, so I have no parents. I am not married yet, so I do not have any infants.”

”What do you mean by having dependents at home then?”

”I meant all the elders from the An Ying Clan. I have to spend a great amount of money on them. Also, the Secret Service Agency has recently recruited a batch of new disciples. They are still young and require a lot of money as well. As an overlord, I do not have any money to spare for me even to afford a dress.” Li Mengxia clenched her fist in anger.