Chapter 5: The Elusive Immortal Master
After much effort, Bai Jianglan finally managed to coax Chun Tao back, and then ordered someone to help Qin Sang to his feet.
"Brother Qin, Ms. Chun Tao was only concerned for her lady's safety and acted out of necessity. Please don't take it to heart. I must trouble you to rest in the aft cabin for the night. I'll have someone bring you some food shortly. Once we reach the dock of the City of Three Witches, we'll see you off. The City of Three Witches is a major thoroughfare for merchants from both the north and south; perhaps you'll find someone from your hometown there..."
Qin Sang was overwhelmed with gratitude. He remembered the two money pouches he had on him and quickly took them out, saying, "Brother Bai, I have nothing to repay your life-saving grace. These gold and silver coins were taken from the bandits I killed. I hope you won't mind accepting them..."
"Hey!"
Bai Jianglan frowned and pushed Qin Sang's hand back.
"Back when I was weak in martial arts, I traveled the world and often received help from chivalrous people. That's how I've survived until now. Today, I'm merely following the example of those who came before me, doing a small righteous deed. There's no need to mention money again, or I'll throw you off this ship!"
Qin Sang felt embarrassed and awkwardly retracted his hand.
The man who was supporting him chuckled. "Boss Bai earns over a thousand taels of silver a year. Why would he be greedy for your little bit of money? Keep it for yourself to find a wife when you return home."
The aft cabin had a few small rooms, originally meant for the boatmen to rest. Now they were filled with miscellaneous items. They found a relatively clean one, piled with straw, and later brought down a quilt. Though simple, it was something Qin Sang hadn't even dared to dream of for the past few months.