章 262: Chapter 242: Keep Up, Go Learn Something_1

The reason provided by Li Shui was utterly lame.

While sneering inside, Zhao Yan also found it surprising that Li Jie didn't show up at the banquet.

She glanced at Huang An without a change in her demeanor, then shifted her gaze to Li Shui, smiling sweetly:

"Since he has caught a cold, it's crucial for County Magistrate Li to take care of his health."

Li Shui's embarrassment deepened, Zhao Yan's seriousness was a bit too much for him to handle.

Moreover, he suddenly found that the way people were looking at him wasn't right; they seemed to be taking pleasure in his misfortune.

His heart felt increasingly heavy.

Could it be that they know about my good-for-nothing cousin who sent someone to burn the account books and files?

His hatred and disgust towards his cousin Li Jie reached a peak.

However, he remained composed, put on an appreciative expression, cupped his hands towards Zhao Yan, and said thanks:

"Thank you for your care, Lord Zhao!"