readytorunbook Chapter 241 I still want to kill him
Chapter 241 I still want to kill him
Prince D'Artagnan emerged from a corner with a smile and said, "I'll pay the remaining balance!"
Before Xu Ning could speak, Paimon was the first to start shouting.
"Were you lying in ambush watching us make a fool of ourselves? You didn't pay us enough!"
“We’ve basically spent all our money on the Night-blooming Stones. Luckily, we met some kind people who didn’t charge us for the Rainbow Flower, the Perfume Balm, and the Dust-Cleansing Bell. Otherwise, we would have had to use our own Mora to cover your expenses.”
The young master laughed and said, "It was my oversight. I didn't expect that so many things would be needed."
The young master paid the remaining amount for the kite to Granny Ashan, and then took out a full money bag and handed it to Kong.
"Here, keep these Mora safe. You'll never lose out by working for us Fools. Cough cough, of course, it's best if you handle the purchases yourself, and don't let Mr. Zhongli get involved."
Xu Ning almost burst out laughing. It seems that the young master has deeply experienced the terrifying meaning of the Emperor's words, "I want them all."
"I knew it. This morning, the General Affairs Department sent someone to the Rebirth Hall to entrust them with the task of sending off the immortals, but the Rebirth Hall told us that someone had already taken on the relevant matter yesterday."
Xu Ning looked at the young master and asked, "So, the client is the Winter Fools?"
The young master replied solemnly, “The Emperor’s passing is a cause for universal grief. We, the Fools, should also represent the Winter Kingdom to do what we can to help Liyue. Although there were some unpleasant incidents due to misunderstandings a few days ago, I saw the notice from the General Affairs Department this morning and learned that the misunderstandings had been cleared up. So I urged Mr. Zhongli to complete the matter of sending the immortal away as soon as possible.”
Xu Ning nodded and said, "Well, since Mr. Zhongli and Kong are now working for you, then you really should pay for it."
Having fought each other twice, the two were now standing together, unsure of what to say, and the conversation quickly fell silent.
Even Sora and Paimon could clearly sense the strange atmosphere between the two.
Fortunately, Zhong Li spoke up at this moment, breaking the awkward atmosphere.
"Next up is the 'Eternal Fragrance'. We really need to go to Bubu's House. Oh, it's the most famous apothecary in Liyue."
The young master immediately raised his hand and said, "I happen to have some business to attend to at the Northern Bank, so let's take our leave now!"
Xu Ning smiled and said, "I was just thinking of going to see a younger sister, so let's go together since we're going the same way!"
They all turned and walked towards Bubulu.
After watching the group walk away, the young master spoke to the air beside him, "Go around to Bubu's Lodge beforehand, and make sure you don't miss any information they say."
When the group arrived at Bubulu, Konghepai was wondering why they couldn't see a single person inside.
Xu Ning rushed into the counter, picked up Qi Qi whose head hadn't yet appeared, and rubbed her cold little face against it.
"Qiqi, do you miss Brother Xu Ning?"
Qi Qi pulled herself back a little in Xu Ning's arms before she could see his face clearly.
"I think... I finished the coconut milk two days ago."
Xu Ning was secretly furious. What was Bai Shu doing all day?
She quickly took out the coconut milk and toys she had bought for Qiqi and piled them all on the counter for her.
"Brother Xu Ning brought it for you. Look, he even bought the latest toys. And where's that guy Bai Shu?"
Qiqi gently touched the new toy and replied, "Someone called, so I went out. Qiqi is here to watch the door."
Xu Ning patted Qi Qi's little head and said with a smile, "Our Qi Qi is the best girl."
Paimon and Kong were both surprised. Watching Xu Ning tease Qi Qi, Paimon cautiously asked, "Isn't she acting strangely? She has a talisman on her forehead?"
Qi Qi turned her head and said, "Qi Qi died once. She was saved by an immortal, so she is a zombie."
Sora and Paimon were both shocked: "They said something unbelievable in such a calm way..."
Xu Ning laughed and said, "This is Liyue, where immortals and gods travel together. What's impossible? Besides, our Qiqi is the most capable. This Mr. Zhongli needs the 'Fragrance of Immortality.' Can Qiqi help us find it?"
Qiqi nodded and said, "Okay."
"No... um..."
Suddenly someone spoke outside the door, but it was as if their mouth had been covered.
Xu Ning sneered, "That was Changsheng who said that, wasn't it? Bai Shu, how long are you planning to hide there?"
"Cough cough."
Bai Shu coughed lightly, feeling embarrassed, and strode in from outside the door.
"I just arrived too. When I heard that the guests wanted 'Eternal Life Incense', I was afraid that Qiqi wouldn't know the price, so I couldn't help but speak up."
The white snake Changsheng around Bai Shu's neck sneered, "Was I wrong? If I hadn't spoken up, I'm afraid Qi Qi would have given away such a valuable item to this drunkard for nothing."
Xu Ning sneered, "Do I care? Bai Shu, you actually weaned Qi Qi? Are you afraid that my Qunyu Pavilion can't reimburse you? Do I need to specially entrust the General Affairs Department to send a milk supplier to replenish Bubulu's supplies every week?"
Xu Ning practically roared at Bai Shu's face until Bai Shu promised that this situation would never happen again.
"Xu Ning also has a talking snake, right? It's always coiled around his wrist."
"It's a green snake, and this person has a white one around their neck. Judging from their appearance, they must be brothers!"
Paimon and Kong were whispering and speculating among themselves when Changsheng overheard them.
The little white snake turned its head and angrily said, "That's not true!"
Bai Shu comforted the little white snake, took the immortal incense that Qi Qi brought, and smiled at Kong and Zhong Li, saying, "Top-quality immortal incense, thank you for three million Mora!"
"Three...million?"
Kong and Paimon exclaimed in unison, "Is the price right? This business deal is even more profitable than robbing a golden house!"
Xu Ning chuckled and chimed in, "It's definitely more suitable than robbing the Golden House, after all, it's the most heavily guarded place in Liyue, not to mention the recent Seven Stars..."
Xu Ning suddenly thought of something and abruptly shut up.
Zhongli glanced at Xu Ning and pondered, "From a generally rational point of view, three million Mora isn't expensive, but we can't afford it."
Paimon sighed, "Mr. Zhongli is certainly decisive. It seems we'll have to ask the young master for help."
Twenty minutes later, the young master arrived in person and negotiated with Bai Shu. In the end, by leveraging the favor of the Fools and the opportunity for future cooperation, he managed to get a discount of 9.966% from Bai Shu.
"Alright, now that the matter is resolved, let's return to Yujingtai to make arrangements."
Zhongli left with Kong and Paimon with the Eternal Incense.
The young master immediately took his leave.
"What did you hear?"
After the young master entered the inner room of the Northern Bank, he immediately asked a question.
A blonde girl in purple robes, wearing a mask, slowly emerged from the air and respectfully said, "When they were talking about the Golden House, Xu Ning inadvertently mentioned the words 'Seven Stars,' but unfortunately, he stopped before he could finish his sentence."
The young master sneered, "I see."
“Indeed, where else would be a better place to hide the ‘Immortal Ancestor’s Manifestation’? All we need now is the right opportunity…”
Xu Ning, who had returned to the Jade Pavilion, stood at the very edge of the floating platform, looking down at the Golden House not far below, lost in thought for a long time without saying a word.
Ningguang walked up behind Xu Ning and looked at the spot with him.
"You've made up your mind? Even if it will ruin the Emperor's plans?"
Xu Ning nodded after a long pause and said, "This isn't child's play. His behavior has crossed my line."
"Besides, it might not necessarily ruin the Emperor's plan. If the Emperor is willing, it's just a matter of moving his finger."
"So, I still think... I should just kill him!"