Having said that, without waiting for their reaction, she headed straight for the back gate of the Grand Tutor's residence...
The man who had just informed her of the news was also at the door.
However, the two servants blocking his way still stretched out their hands and said in a serious tone.
"The matriarch has ordered that Sister Qin stay at the Grand Tutor's residence for a few more days."
Qin Qing suppressed her anxiety and looked at the group with a sorrowful expression.
"I have an emergency at home and have already informed the matriarch. I must leave now. Please help me, young men. I believe the matriarch will not be angry!"
Unexpectedly, the two firmly rejected her, which angered Qin Qing to the point of exploding. She glared at them angrily, knowing that staying with Zhang He for even a second longer would be in unimaginable danger, and she didn't have time to waste!
"I advise you to get out of the way immediately. I'll take full responsibility for the consequences, but you must leave now, or don't blame me for being impolite!"
To be honest, her aura was quite fierce at the moment, almost like that of an old matriarch, which startled the two of them. After they realized what was happening, they immediately put on an indifferent expression again.
"No matter what you say, it's no use. We won't let you go! Auntie, please have some understanding for us!"
"Let them do this..." Qin Qing's eyes turned cold. Without further ado, he stretched out his right hand, pressing a sharp blade directly against the neck of one of the servants. He leaped up and swiftly appeared behind him, firmly controlling one of the servants, and then kicked another one...
Everything happened so suddenly that before the two could react, the scene became one where one person was being held hostage and the other was lying on the ground clutching his stomach and howling in pain!
Holding the servant hostage, she slowly retreated towards the door. The man outside watched this scene silently, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes. He seemed not to have expected this seemingly frail woman to possess such skill and reaction speed. No wonder the Second Master was so concerned…
Once outside, she dismissed the servants, kicked them both, and quickly boarded the carriage.
They didn't see it. After she left, the two were about to go and complain when they saw the old lady walk out from the side, looking at the departing carriage with a mysterious and satisfied smile on her lips.
On the other side of the capital, inside the Flower-Filled Pavilion…
The madam, dressed in a seductive, sheer veil, gazed at the incredibly handsome man before her with a fawning expression, occasionally glancing at him with infatuation.
This is disgusting to millions! He warned, frowning.
"Just tell me what it will take to release them! Don't push your luck!"
The madam was taken aback, then glanced at the group behind Qian Baiwan, a hint of fear and resentment flashing in her eyes…
"Oh... Second Master, aren't you being a bit too nosy? The girls in my Flower Pavilion aren't just for anyone to take. If you want someone, that's fine, but the usual rules apply: auction! Highest bidder wins!"
Qian Baiwan frowned, a hint of displeasure appearing on his handsome face. Just as he was about to speak, two figures hurriedly walked in through the doorway.
The woman, who appeared to be in her early thirties, had fair skin and exuded the allure of a mature woman. At this moment, however, she was filled with anxiety, her brows furrowed, and her eyes brimming with worry and longing. The next second, her phoenix eyes scanned the surroundings, and the moment she saw him, they suddenly lit up. She ran towards him with lightning speed!
"thump…"
It felt as if a sound was throbbing in his chest, a sound that was deafening! The feeling was as if he were her everything, so comfortable and warm, something he had never experienced before!
The middle-aged man behind him quickly noticed his unusual behavior. He saw his second master place his hand on his chest, his brows relax, his face slightly flushed, his eyes tender and affectionate, and a slightly...emotional smile on his lips.
He had never seen him like this before! And since his return from this disappearance, the Second Master had become even more ruthless; his methods of dealing with the First Master were terrifying even to him. Yet, his expression at this moment…
As he was thinking, a series of hurried footsteps pulled him back to reality. Turning his head, he saw a woman dressed in ordinary clothes, simply made up but still exuding a certain charm—the indescribable allure unique to mature women!
Thinking of this, he was stunned. Looking at his second master's normal expression, he wondered if he had just seen wrong.
After the madam finished speaking, though she felt a pang of sympathy, she knew they were under the master's control, and the second master had no say in their affairs! Just as she was about to leave, she caught sight of that woman with a face full of anxiety, yet exuding charm and allure! Her eyes lit up instantly!
She had seen many beautiful women, but truly beautiful mature women were few and far between, especially since people tend to gain weight as they age. Almost none of the older women under her command could compare to the woman before her…
The woman before her was not only beautiful, but also had a graceful figure and a hint of sorrow in her eyes, making her look very endearing. If she had one of these women under her command, why would any thirty-year-old men not desperately want to come to her?
Just as she was about to speak, the woman walked right past her, grabbed Qianbaiwan's hand, and hurriedly said...
"Where is he? How is he?"
Feeling the warmth and trembling in his hands, Qianbaiwan's breath hitched, his face flushed slightly, and his eyes darted away as he slowly spoke.
"We're...we're in talks! Don't worry, I'll definitely get him released!"
Seeing his determination, Qin Qing felt a little relieved. The madam on the side finally understood and looked at the two holding hands with a surprised expression!
"So, Second Master rushed over to redeem people not for himself, but for others! That's truly rare! I wonder if Master knows about it."
Upon hearing this, Qian Baiwan immediately looked at her warily, his eyes filled with threat and a hint of murderous intent...
"You'd better keep your mouth shut, or... I guarantee even a million dollars won't protect you!!"
The madam froze in fright, her face turning deathly pale. She looked at Qian Baiwan with a panicked and terrified expression, thinking that her master had indeed been in a bad mood lately and that there seemed to be problems with the business. It was possible that the second master was behind it!
As she thought about it, she felt increasingly terrified, and subconsciously swallowed, whispering to herself.
"I...I understand! Well then, I'll go prepare for the auction."
After saying that, he tried to turn around and run away, but his legs went weak and he almost fell over.
Qin Qing didn't understand what the two were talking about, but it was none of her business. Judging from the madam's expression, Qian Baiwan seemed quite reliable!
Half an hour later, cheers suddenly erupted from the audience. Qin Qing'an, unable to contain his worry, stood on the second floor to observe.
"Distinguished guests, welcome to today's event. I, Hua Manlou, have decided to auction off a young woman, aged twenty, with a starting bid of fifty taels!"
This seemingly random statement immediately sparked thunderous applause from downstairs. After all, this was the first time Hua Manlou had made such a sudden decision to auction off, and some people couldn't help but start discussing it...
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