Chapter 45 Good Friends...
Chapter Forty-Five Good Friends
Originally, once Zhu Xi vented her anger, she would have forgotten about the matter. Although what Xiao Shiyilang stole was a family heirloom, it had ultimately returned to her side, so there was no need to dwell on it. That's how magnanimous she, Zhu Xi, the fifth daughter of the Zhu family, was.
Before she could even vent her anger, Xiao Shiyilang ran away, which was like another slap in the face. Zhu Xi was furious, so she did something she had never done before.
She used her entire year's allowance to issue a bounty in the martial arts world. Whoever could capture Xiao Shiyilang alive and bring him to her would receive 100,000 taels of silver.
"How much?" When Ling Hao heard Young Master Mingyue say 100,000 taels, he almost popped his eyeballs out.
"One hundred thousand taels," Young Master Mingyue said again.
Ling Hao immediately slammed her hand on the table and stood up, gripping her sword, her eyes burning with fighting spirit. "This 100,000 taels must be mine!" Good heavens, a whole 100,000 taels! Enough for her master to enjoy his old age in comfort, with someone to serve him!
Thinking of this, Ling Hao's fighting spirit blazed brightly; he was absolutely determined to get those 100,000 taels.
Young Master Mingyue muttered, "It's just 100,000 taels. I can give it to Ah Hao. All my things belong to Ah Hao, everything I own belongs to Ah Hao." Considering his net worth, he could indeed say that it was just 100,000 taels.
But Linghao couldn't quite put her finger on it. She patted Gongzi Mingyue's shoulder with a smile, "Alright, alright, if I really ran out of money, I'd definitely use yours, okay? But I have money now, so it's better to use mine. Besides, all our food and lodging along the way were arranged by your people, so I've saved money. I'm using your money too."
She wasn't so aloof as to sever ties with Mingyue, nor would she say things like "what's hers is hers, and what's his is his." However, while she could accept freeloading off Mingyue, she couldn't bring herself to use Mingyue's everything.
It's not that she's aloof, but rather that there needs to be a balance in relationships. She doesn't want to end up estranged from her best friends, so she's always been very mindful of boundaries. Friendships can be great, but there needs to be a limit. This applies not only to friends, but to all relationships between people.
This is why Linghao is so popular; people feel relaxed, comfortable, and at ease around her. Of course, if someone tries to cause trouble, she won't let them take advantage of her; she's not some easygoing person without a temper.
Therefore, Linghao refused Gongzi Mingyue's offer to let her use all his family's assets. Waaah, although she was a little heartbroken, she had missed a golden opportunity to become a wealthy heiress.
Gongzi Mingyue certainly understood that Linghao's approach was correct, and he knew that this was the proper way for friends to get along. But he and Ahao were different; they were... best friends, and he could give Ahao everything.
It's alright, she doesn't need his now, but she will eventually need it. He will definitely be able to give her his entire fortune! Young Master Mingyue didn't think there was anything wrong with his thinking. On the contrary, he was determined to give Linghao his money, and even wished he could give her all of it.
"In short, we shouldn't let this 100,000 taels slip by." Ling Hao patted the young master's shoulder again. "Otherwise, it would be a huge waste."
“Okay.” Although Mingyue was disappointed that Linghao didn’t want his money, he didn’t argue with her and nodded seriously. “Let’s catch him together. But it’s been a whole night, he should have already escaped Jinan City.”
“No, that won’t happen.” Ling Hao shook his head. “Xiao Shiyilang is an unpredictable person. When many people might flee, he will definitely do the opposite. I’m sure he’s still hiding in Jinan.”
Gongzi Mingyue said, "In that case, I'll have Shici check it out." His brother Gongzi Yu had men in this city, so checking someone shouldn't be a problem.
“Speaking of which, why don’t you invite that poetry-loving girl to come with us?” Linghao said. “We’ve been troubling her the whole way, so why don’t we treat her to a meal?”
“No need.” Gongzi Mingyue firmly refused. “She’s always been used to keeping her poetry hidden from the public eye. She would feel uncomfortable if she were in public.”
The poem that made me uncomfortable: "..."
I always say bosses aren't good people, haha.
"I see." Linghao nodded. "Then let's not force Miss Shici." What a pity, she wanted to get to know her better.
Seeing the regret on Ling Hao's face, Gongzi Mingyue became even more determined in his decision. He couldn't let A Hao and Shi Ci meet, otherwise they would definitely become good friends. It's said that women are more likely to become friends, even close confidantes.
They're both women; if they become good friends, he'll definitely be neglected. That's absolutely unacceptable. He went through so much trouble to become A-Hao's friend; he can't let himself be left out. As for poetry, she'll just have to make do.
However, considering how hard she had worked, he decided to double or triple her monthly allowance.
A poem that triples your monthly allowance: "!!!"
Although bosses are generally considered bad people, money is a good thing. She still needs to save money to marry a big-breasted, honest husband.
"Fourth Sister, are you alright?" In a certain place in Jinan City, Xiao Shiyilang looked at Feng Fourth Sister with concern.
"It's alright." Feng Si Niang leaned against the wall. "That Ling Hao didn't hit me too hard. The reason I'm having some difficulty moving around right now is because the other party's acupuncture techniques are complicated. Even after the acupuncture is resolved, I'll still be somewhat restricted." Her movements were slow because if she moved too fast, she would feel dizzy and uncomfortable, and her limbs would feel stiff.
Xiao Shiyilang said, "Her acupuncture technique is indeed very complicated. If I hadn't shifted the position of my acupoints slightly from the beginning, I wouldn't have been able to escape from that young lady's clutches." If he had been hit squarely, he would have ended up like Feng Si Niang.
Feng Si Niang said, "Are we really not leaving Jinan City? It's too dangerous here. That young lady was tricked by us, and she certainly won't let it go."
“No, the most dangerous place is the safest place.” Xiao Shiyilang shook his head. Actually, there was another reason: Feng Siniang was immobile, and taking her with him on an escape would definitely lead to their discovery, so it was better to stay in Jinan City.
Feng Si Niang looked at Xiao Shiyi Lang, hesitated for a long time, and finally said, "Xiao Shiyi Lang, why don't you shave off the rest of your hair?"
Xiao Shiyi Lang, who only had half a head of hair: "..."
If you're good friends, don't bring this up!
A note from the author:
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Gongzi Yu: ...I give up. Is that money all yours? You think you can just give it away? I might as well just beat you to death.
Gongzi Yu, much later: Why use Mingyue's name instead of mine?
P.S.: Guess where Xiao Shiyi Lang is hiding?
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