Chapter 50 (2/2)

After hanging up Yuan Chuling’s call, Tang Xiu immediately dialed the number that had called him 14 times. Although Tang Xiu also didn’t know whose number was it, but he had a faint feeling that this must be Han Qingwu’s.

“Hello, Hello.” After the phone is connected, a unique, clear, and sweet woman’s voice answered.

After hearing Han Qingwu’s voice, Tang Xiu didn’t even know what to say.

“Tang Xiu, are you Tang Xiu? You quietly left the school. You didn’t go home. Where have you been exactly? If you don’t care about yourself, at least think of your mother…”

The phone paused for a moment and then Han Qingwu’s roars full of grievances were transmitted.

After Han Qingwu unconsciously greeted the call, she realized that something wasn’t right. She immediately looked at the phone number, and then found out the owner’s identity.

The poor Tang Xiu was so shocked that even his ear turned numb. It was because he was tense and attached the phone very close to his ears and listened attentively.

Upon hearing the very familiar complaining voice, Tang Xiu didn’t get angry and instead showed a happy smile.

Although Han Qingwu was angry and scolded him, but hidden concern and love were carried along with her words. Having this kind of feeling really was enjoyable for Tang Xiu.

Tang Xiu originally wanted to explain, but when he found no opportunity to interrupt her, he shut his mouth and concentrated on listening to Han Qingwu.

“Hey, you are Tang Xiu, aren’t you? Speak something will you?” Han Qingwu had spoken for a long time. Only after the other had not even responded did she come into realization that she was just talking to herself, while the other side didn’t even reply. She realized that she was losing her manner while also worrying that it was a wrong number.

Upon hearing Han Qingwu’s words, Tang Xiu almost burst into laughter. He could almost imagine what kind of tense expression Han Qingwu had on at this time.

“Teacher Han, it’s me. I’m really sorry. I’ve been busy studying all these time, so I put my phone on silent mode and put it somewhere. I didn’t hear the phone ring.” Tang Xiu didn’t joke with her and patiently explained.

“You … how come you turned into a delinquent and have no manners? You also dared to threaten a teacher and said that you’ll transfer school if your leave is refused. Where the hell have you learned such sh*ty behavior huh?” Hearing Tang Xiu’s light and casual explanation, Han Qingwu almost choked. She wanted to curse at first. But she recalled Su Lingyun’s words when she visited her, causing her heart to turn soft.

Feeling the softness and weak voice from Han Qingwu, the deepest part of Tang Xiu’s heart was deeply touched.

“Teacher Han, don’t be angry. You’ll be sick because of anger. Please don’t mind it.” After the silence for a moment, Tang Xi intentionally teased her.

“Why don’t you die for me?!” Tang Xiu had just spoken, as Han Qingwu’s roar broke out from the phone and bang. The phone was hung up.

“She’s fine.” Han Qingwu seemed to have returned to her usual self. Tang Xiu also felt relieved and then dialed the last phone number.

“Excuse me, may I ask whether you’re Master Tang? My master is currently handling the table. He is temporarily unable to receive the phone. However, my Master has encountered trouble on Jingmen Island and wants to ask for Master Tang’s assistance. If Master Tang complies and is willing to take the trip, I will immediately arrange to book the plane ticket.”

After the phone was connected, the receiver respectfully greeted Tang Xiu and told his intention excitedly. He didn’t even give the time for Tang Xiu to ask the others’ identities.

It was very obvious that he had long been trying to contact Tang Xiu and seemed to have encountered big trouble. Otherwise, he would have given the opportunity for Tang Xiu to speak.

“Who is your master?” Tang Xiu was suspected that the man wrongly mistakened him. But he didn’t immediately hang up the phone and asked instead.

“Uh… my Master is Jia Ruidao. 10 days ago, my Master had a gambling game with you at the Long’s Dining Hall. When Master came back, he told us about you. So we also know about you. Master fell into a difficult situation 3 days ago. He might not only lose everything but also could lose his life. We really ask for Master Tang’s assistance to help Master.” The man anxiously replied.

“I’m sorry. I think you found the wrong person. Although I have had a gambling bout with Grandmaster Jia, but my gambling skill is not at his level. If Grandmaster Jia is unable to solve the problem, I certainly am unable to help.” After he figured out the whole story, Tang Xiu hung up the phone without hesitation.

Although he won and also admired Jia Ruidao’s abilities at the Long’s Dining Hall, but Tang Xiu didn’t feel that his friendship with him had reached such a deep degree.

Besides, Tang Xiu didn’t like gambling. He hated it instead. If it were not because he was in need of money, he would have neither entered the Health and Prosper Club nor promised to help Long Zhenglin to gamble against Jia Ruidao.

*[Long Taos]: side characters in Chinese operas who perform acrobatics and fight scenes

*[12.47 to 13.07]: don’t ask me about the tree sap