Chapter 122: Guoguo Is Up to Her Old Tricks Again

Chapter 122: Guoguo’s New Prank

Shan Jiahao, who had been brimming with excitement, couldn't help but freeze when he saw Tang Jiu; the woman truly possessed an extraordinary charm.

However, at this moment, her allure was far outweighed by his desire to learn Brother Yun’s legendary martial arts. Regaining his composure, Shan Jiahao hurried forward and asked, "Brother Yun, how did it go? Did you secure the hotel?"

Xu Yun shook his head.

"Damn it! Who dared to interfere with Brother Yun's plans? I’ll finish them!" Shan Jiahao clenched his fists, his voice filled with indignation.

Tang Jiu retorted righteously, "And what exactly do you intend to do?"

The bravado Shan Jiahao had displayed moments ago vanished instantly. He certainly couldn't bring himself to strike such a beautiful woman. But why had Brother Yun brought the woman who ruined his plans back to the medicinal cuisine restaurant? Was he going to punish her with house rules?

Guoguo let out a cold snort. This "witch" was truly annoying, acting so self-righteous after ruining her grand plan to buy the hotel for 8.01 million. How could Guoguo not hate her to the bone?

"Qiangzi, you can go back. Drop Shan Jiahao off on your way," Xu Yun said calmly. "Lest his brother accuses me of abusing a minor."

Qiangzi nodded and glanced at Shan Jiahao: "Let’s go, kid."

Shan Jiahao was unwilling to leave, but he dared not defy Xu Yun, fearing that if he displeased him, he might lose his chance to be an apprentice. "Brother Yun, I’ll head out then..."

Xu Yun nodded without a word. Once Qiangzi and Shan Jiahao had left, he explained his history with Tang Jiu to Ruan Qingshuang and the others, who finally understood the source of the misunderstanding.

Ruan Qingshuang had wondered how someone could hold a grudge for no reason; it turned out there was a misunderstanding between her and Xu Yun.

"I am truly sorry about what happened last time, but I recall telling you that you could come find me," Xu Yun said, genuinely remorseful about destroying her bicycle. "But you never came."

"How was I supposed to know where you were?" Tang Jiu said, speechless. "Hedong City might not be huge, but it still has millions of people, doesn't it? I’d rather go search for sea cucumbers in the ocean than waste my time looking for you!"

Ruan Qingshuang smiled and took Tang Jiu’s hand. "Miss Tang, I’m truly sorry. Xu Yun definitely didn't mean any harm. Since we ran into you today, it must be fate. How much was your bike? We will compensate you."

Seeing how gentle and refined Ruan Qingshuang was, Tang Jiu couldn't bring herself to lash out again. "You don't look like people who can't afford it, so I won't hold a grudge. The bike was 31,000; just give me 30,000."

With that, she held out her hand toward Xu Yun.

Thirty thousand?

The atmosphere in the restaurant turned stiff.

Ruan Qingshuang looked at Tang Jiu with embarrassment, her expression quite unnatural. "Ah... 30,000? That’s so much? Isn't that bike a bit too expensive?"

Tang Jiu shrugged. "It’s about right."

Xu Yun felt like crying. Thirty thousand! If he had known the bike was that expensive, he would never have snatched it to chase Jin Biao. That one ride cost him 30,000! Jin Biao was already in jail, so who was he supposed to get the money from? That damn fatso had crushed 30,000 yuan under his tires.

Guoguo couldn't take it anymore and slammed her hand on the table. "Thirty thousand? Why don't you go rob a bank? I’ll give you three million if you rob a bank! Are you crazy about money?"

Xu Yun knew that someone like Tang Jiu, who could casually spend 20 million on a villa, wouldn't care about a measly 20 or 30 thousand. The bike must truly be worth that much.

"Do you want the receipt? I usually keep my purchase receipts in the car; I can show you whenever you like. It was 31,750 yuan. If I’ve added even a cent, I’ll eat the plates in this shop." Tang Jiu seemed serious. "I’ve already given you a discount of over a thousand yuan. If you’re still not satisfied, then pay the full price."

Ruan Qingshuang swallowed hard; she could tell the woman wasn't lying.

"What if we don't pay?" Guoguo threatened. "What can you do? I bet you can't do anything, right? Hmph, bite me if you’re so capable."

Tang Jiu frowned. "You little brat, who do you think I am? Let me tell you, there is nothing in this world that I cannot achieve. If you don't believe me, feel free to try."

Guoguo put her hands on her hips and snorted. "Old witch, you’re bragging so loudly, aren't you ashamed? Nothing you can't do? I think there are plenty of things I can do that you couldn't possibly manage."

"Hmph, brat, if you’re so sure, why don't you put it to the test?" Tang Jiu completely dismissed her.

"Let’s make a bet then," Guoguo said, raising an eyebrow. "How about it, old witch, dare to bet against this princess? If I can do something and you manage to do it too, I’ll admit defeat and pay you the 31,750 yuan down to the last cent. But, if I do something you cannot do, then forget about the money—we’ll call it even. How’s that?"

Tang Jiu, never one to lose to a child, agreed immediately. "Fine! It’s a deal. I want to see what a little brat like you can do that I can’t. Don't go back on your word, and don't cry if you lose!"

A cunning glint flashed in Guoguo’s eyes. "Make sure you remember that."

Xu Yun suddenly felt a sense of foreboding—not for himself, but for Tang Jiu. With his sharp intuition, he was certain Guoguo would win; Tang Jiu stood no chance against this little devil with a head full of tricks.

Ruan Qingshuang shook her head helplessly, wondering what these two were up to.

Que Yan had no interest in such a trivial bet and stepped outside to survey the surroundings. She knew she wouldn't sleep tonight; the threat of the Green Ghost weighed too heavily on her.

Guoguo declared war on Tang Jiu with a haughty air: "Just you wait!" Then, she ran upstairs.

Tang Jiu watched her go with full confidence, thinking that whatever trick the kid came up with, it would surely be something she had played with long ago.

Xu Yun eventually offered a kind warning: "Tang Jiu, you’d better prepare yourself mentally. It’s not that I’m overconfident in my daughter, but you really aren't her match."

"Your family sure is confident," Tang Jiu scoffed. "But you’ve picked the wrong opponent. By the way, aren't you a bit too young to be parents?"

"I’m her godfather," Xu Yun said with a bitter smile. He hadn't even had a girlfriend in over twenty years, let alone a child.

Tang Jiu gasped. "So young and already choosing a godfather? That’s inappropriate. Hey, your tastes are quite twisted, aren't they? How could you bring yourself to do that to such a young child?"

"What are you thinking!" Xu Yun wanted to bang his head against a wall. "I am truly her godfather, not some old lecher preying on the young."

A minute later, Guoguo appeared at the top of the stairs. To everyone's shock, she had taken off her princess dress and walked down wearing only her little underwear. With her soft, baby-fat skin, she looked incredibly cute, a triumphant expression plastered on her face.

Xu Yun was stunned. He had guessed the little devil would come up with something tricky, but he hadn't expected something this wild! He chuckled internally—truly his goddaughter, her brain was sharp. The 30,000 yuan was saved.

Ruan Qingshuang blushed. "Guoguo, what are you doing? Why aren't you dressed? How embarrassing! Go