Chapter 215: The Younger Generation Pays Respects to Gu… Gu Jianxian
The next day, when Sang Zhe woke up, his head throbbed like a marching band after a hangover.
Groggily getting up, his throat felt dry and painful, but he noticed the long-prepared hangover tea on the table and quickly gulped it down.
After getting a bit more awake, he glanced around.
…He really drank a lot yesterday.
That Bai Ming practically insisted on pouring drinks down his throat, round after round.
He had completely blacked out.
He couldn’t even remember how he got out of there and ended up in this room.
He had almost zero recollection of last night.
But looking at his bare upper body and the fresh pair of underpants he was wearing, Sang Zhe couldn’t help but feel a little suspicious.
Oh no.
Was Bai Ming’s “So you’re quite the brave one” not just a joke?
Could it be that someone took advantage of his drunken state?
“…My Lord? You’re awake.”
Turning around, Sang Zhe happened to see Yu Xia walking over with a pile of clean clothes.
“Aunt Yu. Did you help me change last night?”
Yu Xia seemed to suddenly remember something, her face flushed, and she shyly averted her gaze, nodding.
Sang Zhe: “?”
Your face is red as a boiling teapot.
“Last night, my lord was extremely drunk, so I took the liberty of washing your clothes.”
“Please forgive me…”
Though Sang Zhe felt unease, he didn’t pry further. After changing into fresh clothes, he felt like he had come back to life.
“Let’s go.”
“Now that the business is done, let’s say goodbye to Brother Bai, and then we can prepare to head back.”
“…Understood.” Yu Xia respectfully followed behind.
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When they arrived at Bai Ming’s office again, they happened to bump into Bai Ming, who was wearing that familiar Sad Frog outfit, just as he walked out of the office.
“Hey, Sang Brother. Did you sleep well last night?”
Bai Ming smiled casually, “I saw you brought a maid with you, so I didn’t dare to call someone to keep you company. If you need anything, feel free to ask.”
One sentence made Yu Xia’s face turn bright red and caused Sang Zhe to awkwardly scratch his head.
“Uh, this one is just our housekeeper, not a maid…”
Bai Ming gave him a knowing look.
“…Brother Bai, are you headed out now?”
“Ah, a distinguished guest is visiting today. I must go greet them.”
Sang Zhe immediately understood: “In that case, I won’t trouble you any longer. I’m just here to say goodbye.”
Upon hearing Sang Zhe wanted to leave, Bai Ming immediately shook his head: “Hey, you just got here! We haven’t had a chance to properly entertain you yet.”
“Coincidentally, the distinguished guest I’m about to meet has a significant background. Why don’t you join me to meet them?”
“Well, that might not be good, right? How can an outsider like me crash an event for the Floating Splendor Commerce…”
“What are you talking about?” Bai Ming laughed amicably, “We’re practically brothers. What’s the difference?”
“Moreover, trust me.”
She said mysteriously: “This guest is a big deal. Absolutely a super big shot.”
“I heard she’s an incredibly beautiful lady.”
“Once you meet her, you’ll definitely think it’s worth your while.”
Sang Zhe was confused but could only nod absentmindedly.
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The venue for this banquet was chosen on the floor below the attic.
The entire floor was cleared out and decorated into a luxurious banquet scene.
The carpet from the entrance to the dining table was woven with golden threads, and every wine glass and plate was made of high-quality jade. Even the ice bowls for cooling drinks were made of spirit stone artifacts.
All the musicians and dancers for the banquet were the most famous internet fairy singers from the Hidden Red Pavilion, each stunningly beautiful.
Every seat at the dining table had an accompanying stunning maid, so you didn’t even have to serve yourself.
Upon entering the banquet hall, Sang Zhe’s first impression was of the stark contrast between worlds.
While he was still preoccupied with how to feed his entire family, others were already debating if using jade wine glasses costing hundreds of spirit stones would be too embarrassing.
Being rich is indeed wonderful, he couldn’t help but feel a heartfelt sigh.
“Brother Bai, you haven’t told me yet,” Sang Zhe couldn’t help but ask sneakily, “What kind of distinguished guest could make you host such a formal banquet?”
“Just wait a moment, and you’ll see.”
Bai Ming chuckled as she shot Sang Zhe a sideways glance.
…Actually, Bai Ming knew.
For the leader of the Sword Flower Palace to grace this banquet was simply giving her a bit of face.
But for him to climb the branch of the Sword Flower Palace, he probably had no hope.
The other party would likely just give him a few perfunctory words before leaving.
However, Bai Ming’s goal wasn’t merely to get in touch with the Sword Flower Palace.
More than that, it was to show Sang Zhe this scene.
…Only with competition can there be internal pressure.
Only by letting the Demon Cultivators see that he didn’t put all his eggs in their basket would they avoid outrageous demands.
This trick, Sang Zhe had played before in Little Colorful Xia’s livestream.
So this banquet inviting the leader of the Sword Flower Palace was, in fact, to pressure the Demon Cultivators through her.
Facilitating his further dealings.
Seeing Sang Zhe’s dumbfounded expression as he took in the lavish setup, Bai Ming felt secretly relieved.
After all, he was just a low-level cultivator. Getting involved with the Demon Cultivators was already quite lucky.
Just meeting the sect leader of the Demon Cultivators could be considered a stroke of luck in his life.
When the stunning leader of the Sword Flower Palace appeared, wouldn’t that just ramp up the pressure?
Speak of the devil, and he shall appear.
Outside, delicate pink flower petals began to float.
With an elegant and fragrant air, Chun Lan and Qiu Ju, two beautiful sword attendants, entered first, each holding a sword.
Following them was a graceful woman clad in a white Daoist robe, possessing a transcendent beauty.
“Ah, Gu Jianxian, it’s such an honor to have you visit my humble abode; it truly brightens my day!”
Bai Ming immediately rushed forward, respectfully bowing before warmly inviting Gu Yingmian to sit down: “Please, Gu Jianxian, take a seat!”
But after she spoke, there was no movement from Gu Yingmian.
Bai Ming’s expression froze; he thought maybe she was trying to put him in his place.
But looking up, he found Gu Yingmian’s gaze was fixated on Sang Zhe sitting nearby.
Not just her.
Even Chun Lan and Qiu Ju, the two sword attendants, had their beautiful eyes glimmering as they stared intensely at Sang Zhe.
The atmosphere in the room turned a bit stiff.
Bai Ming was baffled, and an uneasy premonition surged in his heart.
Could it be that the Sword Flower Palace and the Demon Cultivators… had private enmity?
Then wouldn’t his attempt to apply pressure backfire?
Fortunately, moments later, unable to bear the awkwardness, Sang Zhe stood up, smiling awkwardly and greeting: “The younger generation pays respects to Gu… Gu Jianxian…”
Good brother! Bai Ming sighed with relief, secretly giving Sang Zhe a thumbs up for saving the situation.
“…Mm.”
Gu Yingmian let out a casual “Mm,” retracting her gaze and slowly taking her seat.
Yet beneath her composed exterior lay a hint of barely perceptible amusement.
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