Rebirth: I Became The Villain's Dark Moon Chapter 231: I Am Chu Madam - Novel Cool

Chapter 231: I Am Chu Madam

Chapter 231: I Am Chu Madam

September 24, 2024

In the study, Meng Qianqian met the Fourth Young Master, who was seated in a wheelchair.

Compared to the last time they met, he seemed to have hardly changed, still maintaining the appearance of a businessman. He appeared amiable, but in reality, he was shrewd. His overly delicate features made it easy to overlook the occasional flash of sinister intent in his eyes.

He looked at Meng Qianqian, "Should I address you as Lord Yinhu or Lady Lu?"

Meng Qianqian replied, "As you wish."

He glanced at the man beside Meng Qianqian, "And who is this person by your side?"

Han Ci gave a slight bow, "Han Ci of the Golden Guard."

The Fourth Young Master smiled, "Our establishment operates on a small scale. I hope we haven't committed any offense to warrant the simultaneous visit of the Shier Wei and the Golden Guard. It makes me a little nervous."

Meng Qianqian didn't beat around the bush. She spoke frankly, "My personal maid has gone missing in the bazaar district. She is young and naive, and she trespassed on your esteemed place. I'm asking you to be lenient and allow me to take my little sister back."

"Is a maid worth such a commotion?"

Meng Qianqian opened the painting and said calmly, "She stole a treasure from Miaojiang. As her master, I cannot escape blame. I must find her; otherwise, if the King of Miaojiang issues a punishment, I fear my position will be in jeopardy."

"Oh?" The Fourth Young Master looked at the painting with a hint of doubt, "She's so pretty; she doesn't look like an ordinary maid."

Meng Qianqian spoke calmly, "I have always been discerning when it comes to people. If you're not satisfied with your maid, I can pick a few good ones and send them to you."

The Fourth Young Master chuckled, "What proof do you have that she disappeared in the bazaar district? Has anyone seen her?"

Meng Qianqian replied calmly, "I'm not here to negotiate. If you don't accept my offer, I have no choice but to be straightforward."

The Fourth Young Master smiled sinisterly, "Are you threatening me?"

Meng Qianqian extended one hand and drew a dagger from her waist with the other, swiftly slicing her palm. Blood splattered onto the Fourth Young Master's face.

Meng Qianqian threw the dagger onto the Fourth Young Master's table, "You attempted to assassinate the wife of the Shier Wei and the court. According to the law, you should be beheaded."

The Fourth Young Master stared fixedly at the blood dripping from Meng Qianqian's hand. After a moment, he couldn't help but laugh, "Meng Xiaojiu, you're an interesting person. Although I don't think your threat is very effective, I admire you. You remind me of an old acquaintance. Never mind, I'll give you this face."

Meng Qianqian's eyes flickered.

The Fourth Young Master continued, "I have a condition. Hand over the person who captured her, and I'll handle it. I assure you I'll make it worth your while."

Meng Qianqian thought for a moment, "Alright."

The Fourth Young Master called for a waiter and whispered a few words in his ear.

The waiter hurried out of the gambling den and returned to the study after about a quarter of an hour.

After listening to the waiter's quiet report, the Fourth Young Master sighed, "You came too late. The person is no longer in the bazaar district, but I can tell you where they sold your maid."

Meng Qianqian spoke sternly, "Tell me."

The Fourth Young Master replied, "The Ten Thousand Flowers Tower."

...

"Fourth Brother! Fourth Brother!"

The white-robed young master watched as Meng Qianqian and Han Ci quickly left. He rushed upstairs and pushed open the study door, "What did that maid want from you? Why isn't she gambling with me anymore? Is it because you won't let her gamble with me?"

The Fourth Young Master didn't answer him. Instead, he picked up the bloody dagger on the table and tasted a drop of blood on his pale finger, his expression changing.

Meng Qianqian and Han Ci went downstairs.

Tan'er was young, so Meng Qianqian didn't allow her to enter the gambling den. She squatted at the door and drew a turtle.

After waiting for a long time, Meng Qianqian finally came out, but Tan'er saw that her hands were covered in blood.

Tan'er's little face sank, and she threw the charcoal pencil in her hand, "Who hurt my sister? I'll kill him!"

Meng Qianqian stopped her, "No need, let's handle the important matters first."

Tan'er stomped her feet, "My sister's matters are the important matters!"

"I'll buy you sweetened skewers.

"No!"

Not even the sweetened skewers could appease the little maid; she was genuinely angry.

Meng Qianqian spoke softly, "Let's remember this, and we'll beat him up next time, okay?"

Tan'er reluctantly pouted, "Fine."

Meng Qianqian went to the restaurant and informed Liu Qingyun and Bai Qingchen about Bai Yuwei's whereabouts.

"The Ten Thousand Flowers Tower is under the influence of the Chancellor's Mansion. It's best not to make a big fuss about this matter. Once the Chancellor's Mansion finds out, who knows what they might do to my younger sister."

The King of Miaojiang had given Xun Yu a thorough beating, and the Chancellor's Mansion had been seeking an opportunity for revenge.

Bai Qingchen said, "I'll go and rescue Wei'er."

Meng Qianqian shook her head, "You're not familiar with the Ten Thousand Flowers Tower, so it's better if I go."

Liu Qingyun hesitated, looking at the bloodstained cloth on Meng Qianqian's hand, "But your hand..."

Meng Qianqian reassured her, "Mother, don't worry about me. I have my ways."

After learning from past experiences, Tan'er insisted on accompanying Meng Qianqian, refusing to let her face danger alone. If Meng Qianqian didn't take her to the Ten Thousand Flowers Tower, she would go in by herself.

Meng Qianqian had no choice but to bring her along.

When the two arrived at the Ten Thousand Flowers Tower, the tower had already opened its doors to customers. In the center of the main hall, beautiful women were singing, dancing, and performing, creating an enchanting atmosphere.

Meng Qianqian had no interest in the performance and led Tan'er to the third floor.

"Lady Yan, we tried to stop her, but we couldn't..."

A maid asked breathlessly.

Lady Yan, inside the room, waved her hand.

The maid left with a sense of relief.

Lady Yan knelt on a cushion, slowly lifting a teacup, "Oh, what's going on today? First, the Golden Guard came, and then people from the Governor's Mansion. Who has our Ten Thousand Flowers Tower offended?"

Meng Qianqian spoke indifferently, "Since the Golden Guard has already been here, Lady Yan still dares to open the doors to customers. You're truly bold."

Lady Yan smiled, "My Ten Thousand Flowers Tower never turns away customers."

As soon as she finished speaking, she seemed to remember something, and a look of embarrassment flashed across her face.

She took a sip of tea and asked irritably, "What instructions does Lady Lu have for me?"

Meng Qianqian sat down opposite her, looking at her intently, "I'm looking for a person."

Lady Yan generously said, "Go ahead and find her, she's entertaining guests outside."

Meng Qianqian didn't show a portrait but said directly, "She just arrived at the Ten Thousand Flowers Tower today."

Lady Yan paused mid-sip of tea.

Meng Qianqian coaxed, "The price is negotiable."

Lady Yan laughed, "I don't lack silver."

Meng Qianqian stared intently into her feigned calm eyes, "You lack the secret I possess. When you saved me, it was to find out the connection between me and the Ghost Gate Thirteen Needles. Give me the person, and I'll tell you."

Lady Yan's gaze snapped towards Meng Qianqian.

Meng Qianqian smiled, "Tan'er, go find her."

"Yes, ma'am!"

Tan'er left with determination, but as soon as she stepped out of the room, she poked her head back in, "But Sister, where is she?"

Lady Yan discreetly knocked twice on the table.

A shadow appeared.

Meng Qianqian picked up a cup of tea, "Tan'er, follow him."

Tan'er: "Yes, ma'am!"

Lady Yan said coldly, "You'd better not try to deceive me, or I'll kill your maid, even if I don't kill you."

Meng Qianqian put down her teacup and looked at Lady Yan solemnly, "I am the successor of the Ghost Gate Thirteen Needles, Lady Chu."

Clink.

Lady Yan's teacup smashed onto the table, and the scalding tea splashed all over her.

However, she seemed oblivious to the pain, her eyes wide open, and her body trembling as she stared at Meng Qianqian.

"What did you say? Say it again!"

Meng Qianqian replied calmly, "I am Lady Chu."

Lady Yan propped herself up on the table, rising slightly, and with a trembling hand, she gently touched Meng Qianqian's cheek, and her eyes instantly turned red.

(End of Chapter)

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