Chapter 373: I like that perfect cunning (2/2)

As the men behind him coaxed, Master Lin felt more and more uncertain. Their words were the last straw to move him into action. Still, he didn’t ask them to stay outright. Instead he adopted a high-and-mighty manner to say, “Miss, everything is negotiable besides the formal apology.”

But Han Yunxi didn’t even turn around. Aloof and indifferent, she kept walking towards the door. By now she was almost out of the shop.

Finally, Master Lin lost his composure. “Miss, please hold!”

Han Yunxi’s lips curved up into a triumphant smile as she stilled her steps. Still, she didn’t look back. Unlike Master Lin, she was in no rush. This was how negotiation worked. Sometimes you had to bite down on the line of defense and refuse to let go. As soon as someone made a concession, the rest of the deal would be more or less settled. Since Master Lin had given in, his momentum was far weaker now. He panicked when Han Yunxi didn’t turn around and immediately scolded Third Young Master Chen, “Damned brat, hurry up and go apologize!”

Third Young Master Chen sensed that things weren’t right. He’d been trying to sneak away when the shout scared him stiff.

“Get going!” Master Lin shouted twice, causing Third Young Master Chen to shiver before he stumbled his way forward. He wasn’t reconciled to this at all, but the Master Lin who doted on him the most was also the one person he feared the most. He had never apologized to anyone ever since he was born, so he didn’t even know what to do.

The only thing he said was, “Miss, I’ve been unfair to you!”

Han Yunxi was only using Third Young Master Chen as an excuse to reduce Master Lin’s suspicions. She didn’t want any extra complications before buying the grain, so she was preparing to let matters rest when Long Feiye suddenly spoke up.

“That counts as an apology?”

Urk… As soon as Han Yunxi heard his tone of voice, she knew this wasn’t over. Fine, since His Highness Duke of Qin the bodyguard had already spoken up, Han Yunxi had to be even more lofty in her attitude. She didn’t say a word. At this, Master Lin only assumed she was angry and shot meaningful looks towards Third Young Master Chen, who stopped cradling his face with his hands to cup them before his chest.

Sincere and heartfelt, he said, “Miss, it was I who made a mistake. I was wrong. I’ll make it up to you, so won’t you just forgive me?”

Since His Highness Duke of Qin had already spoken on the matter, Han Yunxi knew she wasn’t the one to judge. She kept her back to Third Young Master Chen and remained silent. She expected Long Feiye to speak up in her place, but even he was mute. Third Young Master Chen was left hanging by them both. Han Yunxi secretly chuckled into her sleeve. This guy, he’s difficult to serve even when he’s acting as a servant!

Third Young Master Chen kept his hands cupped before his chest, but sought a pleading glance towards Master Lin to save him. He couldn’t be bothered with his feelings now when all he felt was regret towards aggravating that woman. Master Lin had no idea what Han Yunxi was thinking of either, but only glared at Third Young Master Chen. No matter what Han Yunxi wanted to do, it was all Third Young Master Chen’s fault, so he had to admit to his wrongs.

The resentful Third Young Master Chen could only keep apologizing. “Miss, I admit my wrongs! I’ll never dare to do it again! Please say something!”

“Miss, please speak. What do you want from me before you forgive me?”

Han Yunxi grew amused at these words before gracefully turning around. “Someone, come!” She didn’t know what Long Feiye wanted to do before he accepted the apology, but she’d let him do as he liked.

Third Young Master Chen grew frightened before Long Feiye made any move. He timidly backed away, but Long Feiye didn’t give him the chance to escape. He turned to kick him with one exquisite sweeping motion, his foot making contact with Third Young Master Chen’s facial injury before it sent him flying out the back door. Han Yunxi only felt delighted that someone had helped her take revenge against her bully!

Long Feiye elegantly withdrew his leg before he retreated behind Han Yunxi, his hands behind his back. He looked very much the picture of a well-trained bodyguard, yet he exuded his own air of noble mystery. Third Young Master Chen hit the ground with a whump but didn’t dare make a peep. Even if the lustful brat hadn’t lost his life, he was certainly crippled by now. Master Lin was mentally spitting up blood. He wanted to run over and check on his nephew, but he didn’t dare before the face of a fearsome figure like Han Yunxi.

Suppose the woman grew unhappy and declined their business outright?

Master Lin only endured his distress and pretended to be a man who placed righteousness above his family. “A good lesson! I’ve long wanted to teach this ignorant brat a thing or two.”

Han Yunxi only smiled coldly and didn’t state her views. Master Lin quickly changed the topic. “Miss, shall we discuss things inside?”

That’s exactly what we came to do! “Mm,” Han Yunxi answered loftily.

Master Lin quickly led mistress and servant into the inner rooms while shooting glances at his men to report to their superiors. Once the tea was brewed and snacks were set out, Master Lin was ready to settle down for a long chat.

As soon as Han Yunxi sat down, he asked, “Miss, just how much grain do you need?”

“This lady will buy as much as you have!” Han Yunxi replied easily.

But Master Lin’s face turned black at her declaration. Third Young Master Chen had already been beaten up so much, yet the woman still wouldn’t give him a straight answer? Her words weren’t an answer at all, alright? She is simply trying to find out how much grain I have!Though impatient, Master Lin schooled his features to hide his anxiety in order probe deeper, “Miss, I have quite a bit of grain here, but I’m just afraid that you…”

Han Yunxi calmly finished her cup of tea before she declared aggressively, “This lady has plenty of silver! I’m just afraid you don’t have enough stock!”

Now Master Lin laughed. “Miss, our grain store has always only accepted ready cash. Have you heard of our customs?”