HPDBC Chapter 76
Chapter 76
Chapter 76
Holding Zhi Yao, Pei Chiyao was about to enter through the door when Zhi Yao suddenly grabbed his hand and said, "Pei Chiyao, let me down. I'll walk myself."
Pei Chiyao raised an eyebrow. You see, Zhi Yao was a lazy little fox spirit. Normally, if Pei Chiyao could carry her, she would never walk on her own. She'd rather have Pei Chiyao feed her bite by bite.
"What's wrong, feeling shy?"
Zhi Yao nodded.
In front of so many people, she was indeed feeling self-conscious.
The young lady struggled to get off Pei Chiyao's back, straightened her clothes, and then followed him inside.
As soon as the door opened, Zhi Yao felt many gazes scrutinizing her. Frightened, she immediately hid behind Pei Chiyao.
Then, Zhi Yao heard a crisp male voice from around them, "Oh my, Pei Chiyao, you really went for a minor?"
Zhi Yao did look very young, though beautiful. Her eyes were like those of a newborn infant - the kind of eyes only possessed by the inexperienced.
Pei Chiyao cast a casual glance at the speaker, who immediately made a zipping motion over his lips.
The young lady peeked out from behind Pei Chiyao, curiously observing these unfamiliar people.
She didn't recognize a single one of them.
The person who spoke earlier had fox-like eyes, which captivated Zhi Yao at first glance.
As she looked closer, the young lady noticed something...he bore a slight resemblance to Xie Qinzhou.
Noticing Zhi Yao's gaze, Xie Tingyan flashed her a flirtatious look, exuding seductive charm.
Zhi Yao was stunned. How could there be...such a beautiful boy?
He beckoned to Zhi Yao with his hand, "Little girl, come here. I'm not a bad guy, I promise."
Zhi Yao glanced at Pei Chiyao, who showed no reaction, so she approached Xie Tingyan.
Taking a closer look, another shocking thing happened!
Because...Xie Tingyan's eyes were also golden in color!
Zhi Yao was astonished.
Those few short words almost confirmed for Pei Chiyao that Xie Qinzhou had deliberately gone to the Gu residence to wait for Zhi Yao that day.
"What's going on?" Xie Tingyan asked nosily. "I heard...there was some paranormal incident at the Gu Family's place?"
But Pei Chiyao wasn't in the mood for gossip.
Instead, Zhi Yao grew anxious. "Do you know if Xie Qinzhou understands some...mysticism?"
After some thought, Zhi Yao could only use that word to describe it.
"Mysticism?" Xie Tingyan seemed puzzled. "Impossible, my cousin is a staunch atheist. He wouldn't dabble in that stuff."
It seemed there was no useful information to be gleaned from Xie Tingyan.
Pei Chiyao silently pocketed the check from the table.
Xie Tingyan: "Pei Chiyao, you dog!"
"You're useless." Pei Chiyao gave him a dismissive glance.
Xie Tingyan scowled at Pei Chiyao but didn't dare act on his anger.
Furious, he watched as Pei Chiyao went to mingle with the other guests, then turned his gaze to Zhi Yao.
The young lady was deep in thought, head lowered.
Suddenly, a peculiarly colored drink appeared in her line of sight.
With ill intent, Xie Tingyan said, "Little girl, have you tried this before? It's the signature drink here, only a hundred servings sold daily. Want to give it a try?"
Limited quantity?
Zhi Yao's interest was piqued. "Is it really good?"
"Of course! An elusive delicacy!"
Zhi Yao accepted the drink, and Xie Tingyan immediately stood to block Pei Chiyao's view, urging her on. "Quick, take a sip!"
Zhi Yao had never tasted a drink of that color before. She took a small sip - the taste was a bit strange, yet strangely appealing.
She licked her lips and, unable to resist, drank a large gulp.
*Burp* Five minutes later, the potent drink was drained.