Chapter 83: Chapter 83: Quick Wit (1)_1 Chapter 83: Chapter 83: Quick Wit (1)_1 “Big brother, we should go back. Grandfather and sister-in-law must be worried about us at home since we haven’t returned for so long.” Lin Ziyin spoke in a light tone. Lin Changshu, who was impetuous, felt his ardor subside upon hearing this.
Indeed, they could not afford to get in trouble, there were still family members waiting at home.
Clearly, the two people sitting in the higher positions were not easy to deal with. They were not characters that ordinary folks like them could afford to provoke.
Yet, to give out the tofu recipe for free; he could not help but feel a bit unwilling.
“Miss, you are overthinking. I am not acquainted with the Si family’s third young master, nor do I intend to be. The connection between the Lin family and the Si family is only business – selling and buying, so the appearance of the girl from their family who sells Night Fragrance has nothing to do with me. Moreover, I am well aware of my limits. As a woman of low income, I am certainly no match for your beauty, so you don’t need to remind me about it.” Lin Ziyin’s voice was cold, but also polite.
“It’s best to know your place.” The young girl coldly laughed as she looked at her.
“However, about the recipe for tofu, my words remain the same. It’s not for sale. Sorry for the inconvenience, we will take our leave now.” Lin Ziyin held onto Lin Changshu’s hand, intending to leave.
“Such a shameless creature.” The young girl exclaimed petulantly, “Stop them.”
As her order went out, several muscular women quickly surrounded them.
Lin Changshu’s muscles tensed up and his mind heightened. How audacious these people were, trying to rob them publicly within this tea house, with the streets outside teeming with pedestrians!
“In the presence of the Buddha of Ding’an Temple, are you two planning to rob us?” Lin Ziyin’s voice was still cold; her face still showed calm, but there was no sign of fear. “I heard that the laws of Prince Ling are very strict…”
Before she finished her words, Lin Ziyin just faintly smiled at them.
“And who do you think you are?” The young girl abruptly stood up.
“I am Lin Ziyin, an ordinary citizen in Prince Ling’s territory. I am very clear about my own identity. May I know who you two are?” Lin Ziyin replied in a none too unconcerned nor too concerned manner.
“My lady is…”
“Sister.” The young girl was cut off by a demure voiced woman before she could reveal their family name.
“Sly creature.” The young girl exploded in anger, realizing that she almost exposed their identities due to Lin Ziyin’s scheme.
Lin Changshu shielded Lin Ziyin behind him, breaking out in a cold sweat.
“May we leave now?” Lin Ziyin broke the silent tension that had gripped the room.
“Miss Lin, you should think twice. There are some things that not everyone can protect.” The demure woman spoke leisurely, showing no hint of embarrassment. “You are a clever woman, you should know how to choose. In three days, I will send someone here to wait for your reply.”
Lin Ziyin gave her a deep, long look, then left the room with Lin Changshu.
This time, no one stopped them.
“An ungrateful wretch.” In the room, the young girl angrily spat out, her eyes cold and ruthless.
“You were apparently taken in by that girl. If she had been born in a rich family, we might not even be her match.” The demure woman laughed as she blamed the young girl.
“Sister, how did she fool me?” The young girl asked in defiance.
“Think about it. Who said that the Si family’s girls selling Night Fragrance were all beauties? And how did Lin Ziyin compliment you by belittling herself?” The demure woman laughed as she drank her tea.
“Did she insult me as a servant of the Si family?” The young girl suddenly understood, which was promptly followed by anger. “Fetch that insolent girl and have her beaten.”