Bab 75: His House got caught fire
Hu Liena, Xie Yue, and Yan were dumbfounded. This side of Yue Guan was something they had never seen before!
The three of them had practically grown up under Yue Guan's watchful eye and had spent a lot of time with him.
They were quite familiar with Yue Guan's personality, which is precisely why they were so shocked.
"Could it be that this is Elder Chrysanthemum's brilliance at work?"
Hu Liena glanced at Yue Guan's back, then looked at Zhongli and Paimon.
Paimon was Zhongli's martial spirit, and if they could build a good relationship with Paimon, wouldn't that mean they could build a good relationship with Zhongli as well?
Thinking this, Hu Liena couldn't help but praise Yue Guan in her heart, "As expected of Elder Chrysanthemum!"
"Why didn't I think of using this connection?"
"Indeed, anyone who becomes a Titled Douluo is never simple."
Xie Yue seemed thoughtful but a bit uncertain.
He wasn't as "smart" as Hu Liena and couldn't see things as "deeply" as she did.
Xie Yue only felt that Chrysanthemum Douluo must have had some profound intention in doing this!
Yue Guan: "..."
Yan scratched his head. With his brain, thinking about such things was probably too difficult for him.
He only saw the surface level and at the same time, he had discovered the "truth."
Yue Guan had no deep meaning, no hidden agenda, he simply liked Paimon, nothing more.
"Outsmarting oneself," that phrase probably best described Hu Liena and Xie Yue.
The surrounding spies were taken aback; this was a promise from a Titled Douluo!
The key thing was that Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo were inseparable.
Getting a promise from Chrysanthemum Douluo was equivalent to getting a promise from Ghost Douluo as well!
Two Titled Douluos...
Wait, Paimon herself seemed to be the martial spirit of a Titled Douluo?
Thinking of this, the spies shuddered; this news was explosive! They weren't sure if their patriarch or sect master could handle it.
The scholars and literati remained silent. They knew when to speak and when to remain quiet.
Some even quietly left, fearing that this place would become a "trouble spot."
With two Titled Douluos gathered together, if they overheard something they shouldn't, could they still keep their lives?
Not hearing or seeing anything was the best choice.
Of course, there were those who feared death, and there were those who did not!
They listened intently, their ears perked, ready to hear some "secrets."
After a while, Yue Guan finally remembered the purpose of his visit to the teahouse.
His primary goal in coming here was to find Paimon's "master," not to chat with Paimon.
Somewhat regretful but having no choice, he had to stop.
Giving Paimon an apologetic look, Yue Guan then turned to Zhongli and said, "Guest Official Zhongli, I have come here for an important matter. Could we speak privately?"
Yue Guan spoke very politely and even cupped his hands toward Zhongli.
According to the information, this Zhongli's strength should be slightly stronger than his.
After all, Zhongli had a hundred-thousand-year spirit ring, while he did not.
Don't underestimate this one spirit ring; Tang Hao, that guy...
Thinking of this, Yue Guan shuddered.
He and Ghost Douluo were the survivors of that battle and their fear of Tang Hao, of the hundred-thousand-year spirit ring, was beyond words.
It was practically etched into their bones.
Seeing Yue Guan finally getting to the point, Hu Liena and the others breathed a sigh of relief.
Yue Guan had been chatting away about the best snacks in the Star Luo Empire, the best main dishes in the Heaven Dou Empire, and the specialties of Spirit City.
If he kept chatting with Paimon, it would soon be dinner time...
He addressed Zhongli as "Guest Official" because Zhongli was officially the guest official of the Crown Prince, so this was an appropriate way to address him.
Not knowing Zhongli's "title," just calling him by his name seemed too plain and disrespectful, so he added the title "Guest Official" to show respect.
After hearing this, Zhongli thought for a moment and then nodded slightly.
Yue Guan's intentions were somewhat clear to him.
It was nothing more than an invitation to join Spirit Hall or something similar.
If that weren't the case, Hu Liena and the others wouldn't be following him. They knew he was a Titled Douluo, so bringing the younger generation along to "pick a fight" would be courting death, wouldn't it?
Clearly, Yue Guan and his group were not here to cause trouble.
Before Zhongli could say anything, Paimon flew to his side and said, "Zhongli, it's almost dinner time, and Grandpa and the others have traveled a long way. Why don't we invite them to dinner? We can discuss whatever it is over a meal."
Paimon spoke softly, afraid that Zhongli would realize her true intentions.
In the end, Paimon had oversimplified things. Who wouldn't guess her real motive?
They had just been talking about food, and now she was getting hungry!
Paimon thought Yue Guan was a very nice person, and since he had mentioned bringing her some delicious food, she took the initiative to suggest dinner.
"Alright, no problem," Zhongli replied calmly.
As expected of Paimon—just a few sweet promises, and she was won over.
When the time comes, they could charge the bill to the Crown Prince's residence and let "Xue Qinghe" pay for the meal. It would be like using their own money to treat their own people...
"Xue Qinghe": ???
In a short time, the teahouse was empty.
With Zhongli gone, there was no reason for the scholars and literati to stay.
The spies were too busy rushing back to report; who had time to sit around and drink tea?
At the Seven Treasures Hotel, the familiar scent and taste greeted them.
When the shopkeeper saw Yue Guan and the others, he was momentarily stunned. Then he glanced at Zhongli and Paimon, looking utterly baffled.
What's going on?
Why is Guest Official Zhongli walking with elders from the Spirit Hall?
Although puzzled, he quickly caught on.
Some things should not be guessed at rashly without confirmation.
As a direct descendant of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan and a cousin of Ning Fengzhi, he naturally recognized Yue Guan.
As for whether Yue Guan recognized him, a "small character," that was unknown.
Hurriedly, he ushered everyone into a private room. After they had ordered their dishes, he quietly exited.
"Strange, why did the shopkeeper seem like he had something on his mind?" Paimon asked absentmindedly as she looked at the door.
Zhongli's eye twitched. Here we go again!
If he were to respond, would it trigger a quest?
Then would they have to investigate what was troubling the shopkeeper?
"Of course, he has something on his mind!" Yue Guan chuckled, a hint of disdain flashing in his eyes.
The Seven Treasures Hotel? If it wasn't connected to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan, he, Yue Guan, would write his name backward!
This was likely some small fry who knew who he was.
"Then what could be troubling him?" Paimon asked.
Yue Guan thought, 'What else? Isn't it because I'm with you all?'
This was something obvious, but Yue Guan couldn't say that.
"His house probably caught fire."
"Huh?"
As expected of Yue Guan, his words were as sweet as honey.
Zhongli shook his head, glancing at the three people standing behind Yue Guan, and said, "Three young friends, please sit and join us for the meal."
Upon hearing this, the three exchanged surprised glances.
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