Chapter 5: The Teaser Bears Responsibility
Bai Xiaoyun was also a person of considerable standing and had naturally heard of Ninth Master Li’s renown.
He was the kind of man who could make the empire’s economy tremble thrice with a mere stomp of his foot.
For a moment, she realized the Bai Family had used her. She was so angry she nearly lost control of her expression!
An Zhongbo’s mind raced. He replayed everything he had heard about Li Tianyao in his mind, over and over. Ultimately, he concluded that this man must have been captivated by his daughter’s beauty. But how long could beauty last? What would happen to his daughter once Li Tianyao grew tired of her?
An Zhongbo, filled with apprehension, politely invited Li Tianyao into his home.
Inside the hall, he offered Li Tianyao the seat of honor. He drew An Yan to sit beside him and cautiously began,
"Head of the Li Family, thank you for helping An Yan out of a difficult situation today. This child has lived in the countryside for years and hasn’t seen much of the world."
"She was provoked by that scumbag Lin Shang, which is why she rashly involved you."
"It’s all due to her ignorance! Please, don’t take it to heart."
Li Tianyao’s expression darkened slightly, his deep eyes thoughtful, carrying a hint of profound indifference.
"What do you mean by this, Mr. An?"