Chapter 391: Meeting the Boss
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Chapter 391: Meeting the Boss
The four young people were sharing a single courtyard at a large inn. Essentially, there was a small courtyard, about forty feet square, which was surrounded by a building on three sides and a wall on the fourth. There was a gate on that wall which led to the inn. The Inn was large and expensive as it had eight of these courtyards with eight rooms each. There were only four in their party, but they didnt hesitate to rent the whole courtyard. For one, they didnt want to have to share with strangers, and more importantly they had others coming to join them.
In the afternoon, the arrogant kid wearing a vest with a fur collar finally showed up. The long-legged redhead greeted him happily, and then immediately started berating him. The baldy made fun of his injuries, and the other two greeted him politely without saying much of anything else. The redhead, Baozhai, continued to ask questions and interrogate the cocky new arrival, Jiyao, while the hairless guy, Tujiu, waited to the side and poked fun at the answers. Surprisingly, Jiyao didnt get upset at the constant questions and snide remarks. He answered the questions with vague claims of his own greatness, and completely ignored everything Tujiu said.
Their mission had been going on for three months now and it was finally the day they were supposed to be meeting with their boss. Baozhai couldnt hold down her excitement and she kept pacing around and bombarding the others with questions. They were starting to get as anxious as she was, but none of the others spoke it out loud. Just as the sun was setting, they saw a few birds flitter past overhead and they all jumped up excitedly. A few moments later, there was a familiar pattern of knocking on the gate and Baozhai ran over before quickly pulling it open.
A very average looking fellow walked in. He had long black hair pulled back by a blue silk sash, simple grey robes, and a blue belt around his waist. If it wasnt for the startling golden color of his eyes, he would look just like dozens of other martial practitioners walking the streets.
Boss!
Lang Sheng!
Big Brother!
The group of youngsters called out many different titles at once and then quickly assembled to greet the new arrival with cupped fists and bows. The new arrival gave them an equally low bow and then smiled, You all made it! Perfect.
That new arrival had a face that hadnt been seen for quite some time. Sage had recovered his original face. After going on the run from the Shihu Kingdom hed altered it, but now that he was back, hed returned to his original look, though his eyes were too powerful now that even his human form was affected.
They nodded their heads vigorously and the whole group walked to the courtyard to sit around a stone table. Baozhai eagerly moved to pour tea for the new arrival while the rest engaged in small talk. Only after the tea was poured and they all had a few sips did they get down to business.
Juzui.
I traveled to Endless Valley Province and tracked down Abbot Kunga. The Jade Horde is only a middling mercenary group there. They have a good reputation in the province for helping those in need. It took some effort, but I finally arranged a meeting with Abbot Kunga. I convinced his subordinates that I sincerely wanted to thank the Abbot for saving my life. I saw others try to bribe their way into an audience and fail, so I was pleased to see the Abbot still had high morals.
The other four youths sat quietly, waiting for their turns and also paying attention to the story. Sage still reserved his judgement and was carefully scrutinizing Juzuis words.
Abbot Kunga was confused by my appearance. He said he did not remember saving me, but I told him that his actions saved one of my dearest family members. Someone so dear that if I lost them I would send myself along to the yellow river with them. I treated him to wine and once he had a few cups he started to loosen up. He told me of his regrets. There were three.
Baozhai glared fiercely across the table at Jiyou, who didnt seem to notice. Sage let out a sigh and shook his head, You just cant control yourself can you? Was there any evidence of the killing?
Jiyou looked a little sheepish and realized hed made a mistake. He reached up and rubbed the back of his head, Haha, sorry, Boss. I interrupted the wedding to ask him what he thought about Wu Chang.
So, everyone saw you? What else did you say?
I called him a weak little level forty five.
Is that it? What did he say?
Uhm he said all this stuff about daring to offend him. He didnt answer my question, but he sent his men after me. I fought them and then ran away.
So, you failed the mission?
No! I came back and chopped off Qian Des head and then left again. The buggers on the flying lizards cut me up a few times when I was getting away.
Everyone saw you fighting his troops and then you secretly killed him afterwards?
Err, uhm. They also saw me running away when I killed him.
Sage rolled his eyes, Youve handled it terribly, but at least we dont have to go back again. We can only hope nobody makes the connection between what you said and myself.
Dont worry Boss, after twelve years, these guys have definitely forgotten you!
Baozhai screeched at him, You dare say Boss is forgettable!
I I I did? Thats not what I meant!
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Chapter 391: Meeting the Boss
The four young people were sharing a single courtyard at a large inn. Essentially, there was a small courtyard, about forty feet square, which was surrounded by a building on three sides and a wall on the fourth. There was a gate on that wall which led to the inn. The Inn was large and expensive as it had eight of these courtyards with eight rooms each. There were only four in their party, but they didnt hesitate to rent the whole courtyard. For one, they didnt want to have to share with strangers, and more importantly they had others coming to join them.
In the afternoon, the arrogant kid wearing a vest with a fur collar finally showed up. The long-legged redhead greeted him happily, and then immediately started berating him. The baldy made fun of his injuries, and the other two greeted him politely without saying much of anything else. The redhead, Baozhai, continued to ask questions and interrogate the cocky new arrival, Jiyao, while the hairless guy, Tujiu, waited to the side and poked fun at the answers. Surprisingly, Jiyao didnt get upset at the constant questions and snide remarks. He answered the questions with vague claims of his own greatness, and completely ignored everything Tujiu said.
Their mission had been going on for three months now and it was finally the day they were supposed to be meeting with their boss. Baozhai couldnt hold down her excitement and she kept pacing around and bombarding the others with questions. They were starting to get as anxious as she was, but none of the others spoke it out loud. Just as the sun was setting, they saw a few birds flitter past overhead and they all jumped up excitedly. A few moments later, there was a familiar pattern of knocking on the gate and Baozhai ran over before quickly pulling it open.
A very average looking fellow walked in. He had long black hair pulled back by a blue silk sash, simple grey robes, and a blue belt around his waist. If it wasnt for the startling golden color of his eyes, he would look just like dozens of other martial practitioners walking the streets.
Boss!
Lang Sheng!
Big Brother!
The group of youngsters called out many different titles at once and then quickly assembled to greet the new arrival with cupped fists and bows. The new arrival gave them an equally low bow and then smiled, You all made it! Perfect.
That new arrival had a face that hadnt been seen for quite some time. Sage had recovered his original face. After going on the run from the Shihu Kingdom hed altered it, but now that he was back, hed returned to his original look, though his eyes were too powerful now that even his human form was affected.
They nodded their heads vigorously and the whole group walked to the courtyard to sit around a stone table. Baozhai eagerly moved to pour tea for the new arrival while the rest engaged in small talk. Only after the tea was poured and they all had a few sips did they get down to business.
Juzui.
I traveled to Endless Valley Province and tracked down Abbot Kunga. The Jade Horde is only a middling mercenary group there. They have a good reputation in the province for helping those in need. It took some effort, but I finally arranged a meeting with Abbot Kunga. I convinced his subordinates that I sincerely wanted to thank the Abbot for saving my life. I saw others try to bribe their way into an audience and fail, so I was pleased to see the Abbot still had high morals.
The other four youths sat quietly, waiting for their turns and also paying attention to the story. Sage still reserved his judgement and was carefully scrutinizing Juzuis words.
Abbot Kunga was confused by my appearance. He said he did not remember saving me, but I told him that his actions saved one of my dearest family members. Someone so dear that if I lost them I would send myself along to the yellow river with them. I treated him to wine and once he had a few cups he started to loosen up. He told me of his regrets. There were three.
Baozhai glared fiercely across the table at Jiyou, who didnt seem to notice. Sage let out a sigh and shook his head, You just cant control yourself can you? Was there any evidence of the killing?
Jiyou looked a little sheepish and realized hed made a mistake. He reached up and rubbed the back of his head, Haha, sorry, Boss. I interrupted the wedding to ask him what he thought about Wu Chang.
So, everyone saw you? What else did you say?
I called him a weak little level forty five.
Is that it? What did he say?
Uhm he said all this stuff about daring to offend him. He didnt answer my question, but he sent his men after me. I fought them and then ran away.
So, you failed the mission?
No! I came back and chopped off Qian Des head and then left again. The buggers on the flying lizards cut me up a few times when I was getting away.
Everyone saw you fighting his troops and then you secretly killed him afterwards?
Err, uhm. They also saw me running away when I killed him.
Sage rolled his eyes, Youve handled it terribly, but at least we dont have to go back again. We can only hope nobody makes the connection between what you said and myself.
Dont worry Boss, after twelve years, these guys have definitely forgotten you!
Baozhai screeched at him, You dare say Boss is forgettable!
I I I did? Thats not what I meant!
Chapter 391: Meeting the BossThe four young people were sharing a single courtyard at a large inn. Essentially, there was a small courtyard, about forty feet square, which was surrounded by a building on three sides and a wall on the fourth. There was a gate on that wall which led to the inn. The Inn was large and expensive as it had eight of these courtyards with eight rooms each. There were only four in their party, but they didnt hesitate to rent the whole courtyard. For one, they didnt want to have to share with strangers, and more importantly they had others coming to join them. In the afternoon, the arrogant kid wearing a vest with a fur collar finally showed up. The long-legged redhead greeted him happily, and then immediately started berating him. The baldy made fun of his injuries, and the other two greeted him politely without saying much of anything else. The redhead, Baozhai, continued to ask questions and interrogate the cocky new arrival, Jiyao, while the hairless guy, Tujiu, waited to the side and poked fun at the answers. Surprisingly, Jiyao didnt get upset at the constant questions and snide remarks. He answered the questions with vague claims of his own greatness, and completely ignored everything Tujiu said. Their mission had been going on for three months now and it was finally the day they were supposed to be meeting with their boss. Baozhai couldnt hold down her excitement and she kept pacing around and bombarding the others with questions. They were starting to get as anxious as she was, but none of the others spoke it out loud. Just as the sun was setting, they saw a few birds flitter past overhead and they all jumped up excitedly. A few moments later, there was a familiar pattern of knocking on the gate and Baozhai ran over before quickly pulling it open. A very average looking fellow walked in. He had long black hair pulled back by a blue silk sash, simple grey robes, and a blue belt around his waist. If it wasnt for the startling golden color of his eyes, he would look just like dozens of other martial practitioners walking the streets. Boss! Lang Sheng!Big Brother!The group of youngsters called out many different titles at once and then quickly assembled to greet the new arrival with cupped fists and bows. The new arrival gave them an equally low bow and then smiled, You all made it! Perfect.That new arrival had a face that hadnt been seen for quite some time. Sage had recovered his original face. After going on the run from the Shihu Kingdom hed altered it, but now that he was back, hed returned to his original look, though his eyes were too powerful now that even his human form was affected. They nodded their heads vigorously and the whole group walked to the courtyard to sit around a stone table. Baozhai eagerly moved to pour tea for the new arrival while the rest engaged in small talk. Only after the tea was poured and they all had a few sips did they get down to business. Juzui.I traveled to Endless Valley Province and tracked down Abbot Kunga. The Jade Horde is only a middling mercenary group there. They have a good reputation in the province for helping those in need. It took some effort, but I finally arranged a meeting with Abbot Kunga. I convinced his subordinates that I sincerely wanted to thank the Abbot for saving my life. I saw others try to bribe their way into an audience and fail, so I was pleased to see the Abbot still had high morals.The other four youths sat quietly, waiting for their turns and also paying attention to the story. Sage still reserved his judgement and was carefully scrutinizing Juzuis words. Abbot Kunga was confused by my appearance. He said he did not remember saving me, but I told him that his actions saved one of my dearest family members. Someone so dear that if I lost them I would send myself along to the yellow river with them. I treated him to wine and once he had a few cups he started to loosen up. He told me of his regrets. There were three.Baozhai glared fiercely across the table at Jiyou, who didnt seem to notice. Sage let out a sigh and shook his head, You just cant control yourself can you? Was there any evidence of the killing?Jiyou looked a little sheepish and realized hed made a mistake. He reached up and rubbed the back of his head, Haha, sorry, Boss. I interrupted the wedding to ask him what he thought about Wu Chang. So, everyone saw you? What else did you say?I called him a weak little level forty five.Is that it? What did he say?Uhm he said all this stuff about daring to offend him. He didnt answer my question, but he sent his men after me. I fought them and then ran away.So, you failed the mission?No! I came back and chopped off Qian Des head and then left again. The buggers on the flying lizards cut me up a few times when I was getting away.Everyone saw you fighting his troops and then you secretly killed him afterwards?Err, uhm. They also saw me running away when I killed him.Sage rolled his eyes, Youve handled it terribly, but at least we dont have to go back again. We can only hope nobody makes the connection between what you said and myself.Dont worry Boss, after twelve years, these guys have definitely forgotten you!Baozhai screeched at him, You dare say Boss is forgettable!I I I did? Thats not what I meant!
