167 The Wolf cubs (1/2)

” Erm… How should I address you?” Xia Lian was not sure as what he was called. She could not possibly call him as owner or landlord. It would be rude. Weighing all the options in her mind, she decided that it would be best to be straight forward.

” Lidan…” the man finally spoke and she had to admit that his voice was comforting and soothing to one's ears. She didn't know why but she felt a vague sense of familiarity after hearing his voice.

” Do we know each other?” Lidan stiffened on hearing her words.

” No, you must be mistaken.” Lidan spoke slowly and a hint of sadness can be traced in them. But, Xia Lian was distracted and she failed to notice the small detail. Xia Lian nodded her head and dismissed the uneasy feeling in her heart.

' I did not meet him before. I must have been mistaken.' she thought to herself.

” Doctor Wu, you must have been wondering about why I helped you.” Lidan did not wait for her to nod or snap out from her thoughts as he continued ” It's because our Black Dragon Auction House want to collaborate with you in the future.”

” I understand but I will not be auctioning anything in the future.” Xia Lian politely put forward her real intentions ” I will be selling medicines in the shops directly. I want them to be accessible to everyone. Only due to the lack of money, I auctioned poisons and potions for the first time in my life.”

” I will not be doing this again.” Xia Lian's voice was resolute.

'Stubborn and decisive… She was the same as always.' Lidan smiled faintly at her ” If you are going to start shops, then don't you need capital? I am interested to invest in these shops of yours.”

Xia Lian did not answer right away. If this rich man was willing to invest, then it would be easier for her to start her shops. She could invest her money in opening other businesses. The pros are outweighing the cons. But, what exactly is he expecting in return?

” What are your conditions for your investment?”

” I want 30% of your profits and if you want start any new business in future I will be willing to invest in them. If you are doubting why I am not asking for more than 30%, I am not a greedy person in the first place.”

” Also, I am feeling a bit bored these days. So, I want to help those who are worthy and have some mettle.”

What sort of nonsensical reasoning is this? Xia Lian did not know how to respond to this man.

” Lidan, I need to think about this.” Xia Lian was not in a position to think about this anymore. She wanted to give it a thorough thought later on.