Chapter 18 - Why Are You Here?

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

Third Master Qian’s face was red as he brought Liu Cheng into the private room. The latter was holding two bottles of high-grade medicinal wine.

After seeing Sun Dahai and the others, he frowned slightly. “Sun Dahai, why are you here?”

“Third Master, I…” Sun Dahai’s pupils trembled, and he was so anxious that he was covered in sweat. Although Zhao Chen had said that he was treating Third Master Qian to a meal today, he did not think much of it and thought that Zhou Chen was lying.

However, he did not expect this guy to be telling the truth. His master had actually arrived.

Sun Dahai’s lackeys also felt as if they were struck by lightning. They felt as if the end of the world was approaching, and an ominous feeling spread silently in their hearts.

Third Master Qian acutely noticed that Sun Dahai and Zhao Chen probably had a conflict. “Brother Zhao, what’s going on? Did this guy offend you?”

Sun Dahai looked at Zhao Chen nervously. He did not know how Zhao Chen got to know his boss, but it was not difficult to know that the two of them must have a special relationship for Third Master to call Zhao Chen brother.

Not to mention that Liu Cheng was also holding two bottles of medicinal wine in his hands. Everyone knew that Third Master Zhou did not drink. He would not drink with anyone no matter who invited him to a meal. However, he had brought his precious medicinal wine to the banquet today. It could be seen how important Zhao Chen was to him.

If Third Master learned that he had offended Zhao Chen, would he let him off with his ruthless personality?

Now, the only person who could save him was Zhao Chen.

Zhao Chen smiled and said, “As the saying goes, only through conflict can friendships grow. What’s there to offend?” As he spoke, he patted the shoulders of the dozen or so people, restoring their mobility.

This method made Third Master Qian shudder in fear. He had been in the martial world for so many years, but this was the first time he had seen such a miraculous method.

“Stay here and get your people out.” Third Master Qian looked at Sun Dahai coldly. Although Zhao Chen did not say anything about the conflict with Sun Dahai, he was not stupid and knew that his underling had offended his benefactor.

“Get lost!” Sun Dahai waved his hand impatiently and chased his lackeys out. He looked at Zhao Chen nervously and felt grateful. He also felt very ashamed.

After inviting Third Master Qian to sit, Zhao Chen said to the attendant, “Prepare the dishes!”

Soon, the waiter brought the sumptuous and delicious dishes to the table.

Sun Dahai was very observant. He did not let the waiter pour the wine and took the initiative to pick up the wine pot. He wanted to pour a cup for Third Master Qian first, but he was glared at by Third Master Qian. “Should you pour for our host first?”

“Yes, yes, yes!” Sun Dahai trembled in fear. He nodded and bowed as he poured wine for Zhao Chen, then Third Master Qian, and then Liu Cheng. Then, he stood behind Third Master Qian obediently.

“Thank you, Third Master, for coming and even bringing your precious medicinal wine with you. I’ll drink all of this wine to show my gratitude. Do as you please!” Zhao Chen raised his neck and drank the wine in the cup in one gulp. The fragrance of the medicinal herbs and the fragrance of the white wine merged to create one unique fragrance. Even Zhou Chen, who rarely drank, could sense how extraordinary this wine was.

After drinking a cup together, Sun Dahai refilled their cups. Third Master Qian smiled and said, “Brother Zhao, I heard from Cheng about what happened yesterday. Your way of doing things is really dazzling. After what happened last night, I think the Zhou family will go bankrupt soon.”

Liu Cheng said from the side, “Zhou Qiang deserved it. Of all the people he could have provoked, why did he have to pick Miss Su Qianxia? He even wanted to obtain her body through illegal means. If I were Master Zhao, I would have long killed that guy!”

Sun Dahai, who was in charge of pouring the wine, felt his heart skip a beat. He felt that the wine pot in his hand was abnormally heavy. At this point, how could he not know that Third Master had sent someone to participate in Zhou Qiang’s matter last night? Fortunately, Zhao Chen did not mention the conflict between them. Otherwise, Third Master would have definitely skinned him alive.

Zhao Chen raised his glass again. “Third Master, I’ll cut to the chase. I owe you a favor. Tell me if you need anything in the future.”

Third Master Qian was in a good mood. “Brother Zhao, you’re too polite. You saved my life just now, so isn’t it only right for me to help you? I believe in fate. Since fate allowed us to meet, you can ask me anything in the future.”

Everyone enjoyed the meal. Even Zhao Chen was a little tipsy.

After dinner, Third Master Qian and Liu Cheng left River Gazing Restaurant.

Just as Zhao Chen was about to leave after paying the bill, Sun Dahai appeared in front of him nervously. “Master Zhao, thank you for today. Don’t worry. Although I, Sun Dahai, am a bastard, I still owe you a favor.”

Zhao Chen smiled meaningfully. “Since you’ve said so, I believe you know what to do next, right?”

Sun Dahai nodded repeatedly. “Master Zhao, I guarantee that I’ll teach Zhou Qiang a lesson so that he won’t dare to find trouble with you again.. If I can’t even handle such a small matter, how can I face you?”