142 Chapter 142 The Gu Clan (1/2)
Hearing that the ”young man” in front of him is willing to compromise, the man looked at Lin Xulian from head to toe and back. He admits that the young man is weak. Too weak in fact. But still, he can't let his guard down. ”What makes you think that our clan head would be willing to meet and cure you?”
”That is why I need your help. Once I meet him, I can personally ask him to treat me. Please. You can easily kill me if I misbehave anyway.” Lin Xulian begged.
”What's your name?”
Lin Xulian stiffened because of his question. Good thing she already prepared her answer when she left the Gonglu country. ”Lian. Xu Lian.”
”Fine.” The man stepped closer to her and bound the remaining part of the chain around her body. He then ripped a part of his robe and used it to cover Lin Xulian's eyes. ”You said I can get you unconscious so you shouldn't blame me for doing this.” He is about to give Lin Xulian's nape a chop but Lin Xulian stopped him.
”Wait! Wait! Tell me your name first.” Lin Xulian asked.
”Rin. Gu Rin.” He then continued and gave her a chop. After making sure that Lin Xulian is already unconscious, Gu Rin lifted her like a sack. He then proceeds and brought her back to their village.
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With her nape aching and her body restrained, Lin Xulian woke up while lying on a carpeted floor. She can also hear many voices around her. They sound like they are fighting or maybe scolding someone. When she opened her eyes and looked around, she saw Gu Rin while kneeling in front of a middle aged man. There are also four other older looking men and women who look angry or disappointed.
”You do know what had happened the last time we took a stranger back in the village. As the future clan head, you should set an example for the rest. And not break the rules yourself!” The middle aged man bellowed.
”I know father. I'll take full responsibility. All I ask is for you to hear the young man out.” Gu Rin tried to convince his father.
”Young man? See! She even fooled you with her real gender. Can't you tell that she is a woman?!” Said one of the older female.
In shock, Gu Rin looked at Lin Xulian's direction only to find her wide awake. Lin Xulian gave him an awkward smile and explained. ”Well, I didn't fool you about my gender. You were the one who assumed because of my clothes. It shouldn't be my fault right?”
Everyone in the room gave Lin Xulian a scorching glare, especially the middle age man. He is no other than but the clan head, Gu Lingdao. ”You're finally awake. So other than treating the Gu poison, what do you need? I know it is more than that since you insisted on meeting me despite the fact that my son can treat your poison by himself.” Gu Lingdao interrogated her.