Chapter 389 Giving an Honest Accoun (1/2)

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However, Master Guo shook his head, held on to the young man’s hand and whispered, “People like us who travel around to earn a livelihood should not give in to such antisocial behavior. Listen to me, we will settle this matter with money.”

Master Guo held on to the idea that maintaining harmony was the most important thing for a businessman.

To Master Guo, this young man might be tactful but he was after all still young and too aggressive and quick to vent his spleen.

If he continued in his ways, sooner or later, he would land himself in an unfavorable situation.

“But…”

Lin Mengya was about to say something when Master Guo waved his hand to dismiss her, so she shut her mouth.

She knew these scoundrels best. If they succeeded the first time at extortion, they would attempt it again soon after.

She could well walk away and resume her status as Princess Yu, however, the group of businessmen would be implicated.

Unfortunately, Master Guo had stopped her from doing anything. He was after all the leader of the group of businessmen. All she could do was to put away her ideas and watch the event unfold in silence.

‘Meatball’, the leader, looked as if he would take advantage of her.

He looked her up and down to size her up as if she were his prey from hunting.

While Lin Mengya was repulsed by his mannerisms, she tried to appear indifferent on the surface. She was not going to make things difficult since Master Guo had already made himself clear to her.

“How’s it going? What’s the outcome of your discussion?”

‘Meatball’ did not seem to show much respect for Master Guo. To him, Master Guo was merely a regular old man from his appearance.

However, hidden behind his aged countenance covered with wrinkles was a truly strong and competent man, who had been through the storms of life.

Master Guo’s way of handling the matter was part of the protocol in their circle. Dealing with the scums like these men was not a big deal to him.

“Little brother, we’re truly sorry for hurting your brother. How about we leave you some taels of silver for you to engage a physician to attend your brother. Take it as giving Guo some face.”

Master Guo’s coaxing manner was a kind gesture of showing reasonable respect for ‘meatball’.

Unfortunately, some people were born shameless.

‘Meatball’ had taken Master Guo’s tolerance as a sign of fear for his power and action.

In an instance, ‘meatball’ tore off the mask of hypocrisy and courtesy, exposing his shamelessness.

“Humph, old man Guo, I’ve named the price of three thousand taels out of my respect for you. Why? Are you getting senile because of your age that you don’t know how to appreciate my kindness?”

At ‘meatball’s words, Master Guo’s eyes turned cold.

Master Guo did not want any trouble since they were at the point of exiting the city.

Never would he expect this young man to be so ignorant of the protocols.

The smiley face of Master Guo gradually turned into a stern one.

Master Guo was not a pushover at the mercy of others.

‘Meatball’ had counted on the fact that he had more company and therefore treated Master Guo with disdain.

The situation had pushed Lin Mengya to act. Just when Lin Mengya got ready for the poison, the shadow of a white figure, like a phantom, appeared before them.

“I was just wondering who it was, and it’s none other than Millipede Qian, who just got down on your feet a few days ago. Why, Lord Qian. Are you unable to hold back anymore and are here to exercise your body? How about I keep you company while you do that?”

Millipede Qian? Lin Mengya gazed quizzically at ‘meatball’.

This ought to be a joke. He looked more like a dollop of cow dung. He looked nothing like a slim millipede.

The figure in white had completely blocked her.

The more she looked at the figure from behind, the more familiar he seemed. Until he fitted the image she was searching in her mind, she was surprised to find it was him, but how?

‘Meatball’ who was called Millipede Qian swallowed hard.

Despite the fear in his eyes, a brilliant smile had already spread across his face.

“How would I be so audacious? So it’s you. I’m merely seeking justice for my brother. I wonder what brought you here?”

The man simply ignored Millipede Qian, but turned around and gave Lin Mengya a brilliant smile.

“He’s my cousin. My aunt was worried about him and sent me to check on him. Did my cousin make any trouble for you?”

Looking at Qiu Yu’s smiling face, Lin Mengya was stunned.

Her mind was a mess. Should this guy not be in the palace taking care of the emperor right now?

Why was he here to get her out of this sticky situation? Also, what did he mean when he made that statement to Millipede Qian?

“You…”

Lin Mengya was about to question Qiu Yu, but he shuffled her to the horse carriage with a smile on his face.

He pulled and dragged her into the horse, winked at her and turned around to go to Millipede Qian.

When Millipede Qian heard that this fish that was about to get hooked was this man’s cousin, Millipede Qian’s face fell with disappointment.

However, things did not end here. Qiu Yu walked up to Millipede Qian, all smiles as if he was a yesman.

“My cousin is a good boy, except that he’s a little cheeky. No matter what trouble my cousin caused you, Millipede Qian, as his older cousin, I’ll take all the responsibility. Tell me what he’s done.”