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“Li Nanbei?!”
“Director Li…”
“Mr. Li!”
“Elder Steed President?”
Different titles for the same person.
Peng Nanyan stared at Li Nanbei, who stood before the open door of the private room, momentarily stunned. Wasn’t he someone who never left S District? And why did it seem like he was quite familiar with Sui Xin?
“Sui Xin, take your friend into the private room,” he said without even glancing at Peng Nanyan and walked back into the room with an air of cold authority.
“Tsk… This meal is getting more interesting by the minute,” Qin Huai remarked as he stepped toward the private room. As he brushed past Peng Nanyan, he turned his head slightly, his thin lips moving to utter a few words.
“Peng the Young Master, Director Li has expressed many grievances towards the Peng Family recently. Do you know why?”
Peng Nanyan looked up in shock, unable to believe the malicious glint in Qin Huai's eyes, his lips turning pale.
“Eldest Sister Huo’s aunt—Huo Sitong—married Li Sheng.”
What?!
Peng Nanyan’s face showed astonishment, realization dawning upon him, followed by a wave of regret…
Yan Yan stepped up to follow and, as she passed by Peng Nanyan, she too turned her head and said indifferently:
“East Wind Guild Leader, I once heard at Adventurer's Tavern, ‘Sui Xin, I leave it to you.’ I didn’t expect you to treat my words this way.” She cast a sidelong glance at Lou Xiang, ignoring his flustered expression, and continued, “A mere Guild Establishment Order has made the East Wind Guild Leader ‘bow down’? Hmph… Noble youths are nothing but this.”
As the words fell, the Handsome Man's complexion turned pale, the sudden loss of color accentuating the redness in his eyes.
The girl's words were like a merciless hand, peeling away the self-deceiving mask that Peng Nanyan had worn for so long.
The last to enter the private room was Huo Suixin, who didn't spare a glance at Peng Nanyan and Lou Xiang.
"Nan Yan—"
"Sorry," Peng Nanyan interrupted Lou Xiang. "I’m afraid I won’t have time for dinner today. To be direct, I appreciate the kindness of the Lou Family, but regarding the matter of marriage, I must decline. Furthermore, as for the inner workings of East Wind Arrives and Guild Establishment Order, Master Xiang knows best—this matter can be overlooked, but I hope from now on, Sister Lou will refrain from appearing before me, whether in the game or in reality."
He withdrew his arm and put on a distant smile from the past, turning away without hesitation.
As he passed by Li Nanbei's private room, he paused for a moment but ultimately did not enter.
Inside the room.
After hearing Peng Nanyan's words, Huo Suixin glanced at Qin Huai, who shrugged and mouthed: I warned you earlier about discussing matters concerning Peng the Young Master.
Huo Suixin pressed his lips together in silent refusal.
"Sui Xin, does Peng Nanyan need to be called in?"
Li Nanbei, observing their interaction, spoke up.
"Thank you for your kindness, Mr. Li. Today was supposed to be just Yan Yan and me having dinner; running into him was unexpected. There's no need to trouble yourself. We will handle our matters privately. Thank you again for the invitation."
Huo Suixin set aside his persona as "Huo Suixin," offering a reserved smile before elegantly raising his cup. No words were needed; gratitude and regret were all conveyed in that cup of hot tea.
At that moment, only Eldest Sister Huo stood before everyone—not the carefree Huo Suixin—but a figure of grace and poise. Every gesture, every smile, every frown and anger she displayed was filled with elegance.
A noble lady should be just so.
“There's no need for formalities; we're all family here.”
Mr. Li smiled. His aunt had mysteriously vanished just after her wedding, making it hard to accept Mr. Li's words of 'family.'
Throughout history, the rulers had all been members of the Li Family. Li Nanbei's older brother, Li Sheng, was the current head of the government. Ten years ago, a secret marriage with the Huo Family had been arranged due to his position. However, just as he was about to announce the news of his marriage, his new wife suddenly disappeared without a trace. No matter what methods both families employed, they could not find a single clue.
As the Minister of Justice and Chairman of the Audit Committee, Li Nanbei was known for his ruthless and decisive methods in the circle. This time, regarding the matter between Peng Nanyan and Huo Suixin, Peng Nanyan was at fault. Coupled with the guilt that the Li Family felt towards the Huo Family due to the Huo Sitong incident ten years ago, it would be difficult for the Peng Family to settle this amicably.
Huo Suixin's words cut off whatever Li Nanbei was about to say, causing an immediate chill in the atmosphere.
Qin Huai adjusted his sleeves and glanced at the others in the private room. He caught their eyes, which were lowered yet curious, and a wicked smile crept onto his lips. “Director Li, your guild's gathering seems more like a struggle session.”
“Qin Commander Night Crow… do you have any advice?”
The cold tone made everyone from the Evil Guild's hearts race.
Wow… what a revelation!
This is ridiculous! I’ve been unexpectedly bombarded with insider information; I refuse to accept it.
Oh dear, this atmosphere is so tense; I want to go home…
Damn it, updates about the Eastern Wind Conference and Master Xiang on the forum are coming again!
The East Wind Arrives and Master Xiang have some serious drama going on!
The members of the Evil Person gathering quickly chatted excitedly on their communication devices.
…
“I wouldn’t dare offer any advice,” said a rogue with a mischievous grin. He leisurely took a sip from his teacup, scanning the room with a meaningful tone in his voice. “The Evil Person gathering is indeed lively.”
Li Nanbei scanned the excited players of the Evil Guild around him, his expression darkening.
“Tsk~ Everyone has a curious heart…” Qin Huai followed his gaze, surveying the gathered Evil Persons. The group, feeling the weight of their scrutiny, instinctively quieted down, their lively chatter fading. As they settled into silence, Qin Huai's smile grew brighter, his eyes narrowing slightly as he feigned nonchalance. “Since we’re having a gathering of Evil Persons, what’s the point of just drinking tea? We should at least have a feast, right? Besides… after all our hard work, we’re hungry, aren’t we, ladies?”
The girl named Yan Yan suddenly became the center of attention.
Calmly, she pulled out the menu and naturally began tapping a series of dishes on the ordering Light Screen. Raising her head to meet the admiring gazes of those below her, a sly smile crept onto her face as she said, “For Elder Steed President’s celebration banquet, I believe that as a former temporary member, I can participate too.”
As soon as her words fell, the members of the Evil Guild instantly grasped the deeper meaning behind her statement, their eyes widening in shock.
“Wait! Is that Silent God?!”
Huo Suixin was even more beautiful in reality than in the game; did they lower her stats? But still, it would be amazing to see her rap in-game!
“Oh my—I've seen almost every famous deity on the leaderboard; I never expected Qin Huai to be this good-looking in real life!”
“I want to be Qin Huai's face towel… just to be close to such stunning beauty!”
“Ah… The game’s handsome leaderboard is still missing Beichuan, White Deity, and Lin Chuan Deity. If I could see them too, it would truly be no regrets in this life…”
Girl, please don’t raise flags randomly…
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