Chapter 9: Following to Watch the Show

Lu Sheng never dreamed that the ever-proud and cold Young Master would break precedent to join in the excitement, and even take action. That was right; it was just a single secret transmission from his Young Master that caused all those thugs to collectively jump into the river. Lu Sheng scratched his head in frustration, wondering if he should tear him apart to see if this person was truly his mighty, peerless Young Master, Zhangsun Yichen. In truth, he didn't dare; he could only stare at the Young Master with an expression as if he had been struck by lightning.

"Interesting, quite intriguing. Lu Sheng, what do you think?"

A somewhat lazy, hazy, yet undeniably sexy voice instantly brought Lu Sheng back to his senses. There was no mistake; this was his Young Master's unique temperament—who else could imitate it? Surely the wise and martial Young Master had seen something. How could he view the Young Master as someone as shallow as a mere bystander? *No, Lu Sheng, you can't let your IQ flatten just because you were picked up off the street.*

"Reporting to the Young Master, Lu Sheng feels this youth has surely been spoiled by his family, thinking everyone must obey him without regard for right or wrong." He lowered his voice, trying to sound more profound.

A tall, slender figure, an ordinary face, yet eyes that were deep and expressive. A flash of brilliance occasionally flickered within them, and red lips of moderate fullness curled into a dazzling smile. Though clearly unremarkable, he felt impossible to read—mysterious and dangerous.

Zhangsun Yichen himself hadn't expected that one day he would pause for such trivial matters, let alone take action. But this scene was indeed interesting; not just the task at hand, but there was also a sense of "to be continued."

"Lu Sheng, I think you are currently more like the 'simple' one." Judging solely by the inexplicable actions of those thugs, he knew. Shaking his head, he walked toward the tavern.

Following behind somewhat gloomily, Lu Sheng felt that even though he had analyzed the Young Master's aura and perspective, he still couldn't provide the correct insight. It wasn't Lu Sheng's fault; every time they went out, the Young Master would ask for his opinion, only to strike it down without mercy. His intuition told him the Young Master must be cultivating him. (*Or could it be that you're overthinking it?*) Regardless, the Young Master was the Young Master, forever unpredictable; Lu Sheng comforted himself.

"The Young Master is right. Lu Sheng will certainly observe more carefully next time." The Young Master was like a book that had been read—profound and deep. He had to stay by the Young Master's side to learn well, continue observing that "not-so-simple" young master, and strive to perform well.

——The Wicked Divider——The handsome Zhen Yingjun, traveling alongside them, couldn't be more delighted. Today was a bumper harvest; with just one meal, he was about to reap a little "treasure." He couldn't help but salivate. *Hiss~* He quickly wiped his mouth, lest he ruin his handsome image.

Before long, the group arrived in front of the tavern. Looking at the tavern's decor and the couplets pasted on the door, Tao Qianyu nodded in approval.

"The left couplet says 'Guests come like clouds,' the right says 'Please enjoy yourself to the fullest,' and the horizontal scroll says 'Don't let the cup stop.' Even the sign says 'Don't let the cup stop.' Could there be something special about this tavern? Let this Young Master broaden his horizons."

With Tao Qianyu's full image of a profligate young master, Zhixiang giggled to herself; the Young Miss truly had a childlike heart.

If Tao Qianyu knew what Zhixiang was thinking, she would surely complain: *Please, I'm only fifteen! I was only twenty-two in my past life; by all accounts, I'm still in my girlhood! Although my body isn't feeling great, mindset is very important, I tell you!*

"Hehe, Xiao Mei. Young Master, this tavern is one of the best within a hundred miles. The wine inside is all exclusive secret brews; it wouldn't be an exaggeration to call it the finest of wines. You truly have an eye for quality. Today, I'll be the host. Order whatever you want to eat; don't try to save money for this Young Master."

*Once you're finished eating, it'll be time for you to be eaten.* Even that little servant by your side was quite handsome; truly, as is the master, so is the servant. He could just reward his subordinates with him later.