Chapter 1594 - 1489: Assassination

Leaving? Is Young Master Qin leaving?

When Qin Hao’s words came out, Shopkeeper Wang’s face showed panic, like a child who had lost his parents.

And on the first floor, those drinkers who inadvertently heard him all had their expressions change.

Immediately, sighs spread everywhere.

"Young Master Qin! How can you leave?"

"Right? The villagers cannot do without you!"

"Oh my! If Young Master Qin leaves, won’t I be crying myself to sleep every day?"

Countless men, women, old and young all showed signs of reluctance.

Qin Hao sighed helplessly, "Dear friends and neighbors, actually, I don’t want to leave either. But truly, I have an important duty on me, and I must go!"

He paused for a moment, showing a resolute look, "Villagers, don’t be sad. Although I am leaving, as long as there is a chance, I will definitely come back often to see everyone! Today, let’s eat and drink well, and stop only when fully drunk!"

"Good!" Shopkeeper Wang was the first to agree, clapping his hands forcefully, shouting, "Waiters, serve food to Young Master Qin and the villagers!"

A loud shout marked the official start of the banquet.

Subsequently, the waiters with ready-made dishes brought out golden and shiny dishes.

After Qin Hao said a few more words to the villagers, he returned to his seat.

As soon as he sat down, Liu Sanjie said with tears in her eyes, "Young Master Qin, if you leave, our Juan’Er will become listless..."

Qin Hao glanced at Liu Sanjie, noticing that this woman’s figure was plump, seemingly someone’s wife. Looking again at the young girl next to her, although not exceedingly beautiful, she was petite, with big bright eyes, possessing a unique gentle charm.

"Damn! How did I not notice such an outstanding mother and daughter pair among my admirers?"

Qin Hao secretly regretted not paying attention to Liu Sanjie’s family before.

"Young Master Qin, if you don’t mind, how about letting Juan’Er accompany you on your travels?" Liu Sanjie meekly suggested, making Qin Hao show a peculiar expression, wondering what had just happened — was this a proactive offer?

"Mom!" Juan’Er’s delicate face turned red, burying into Liu Sanjie’s chest, but her eyes were stealing glances at Qin Hao, filled with joy and longing.

"Uh..." Qin Hao didn’t know what to say.

Usually, he wouldn’t mind taking this beauty on a stroll, but right now Bai City is a place of rampant warfare; how could he bear to let this tender young girl suffer?

Helplessly, Qin Hao could only cough and say, "Cough, cough, the place I am heading to this time is not suitable for women to stay, so I plan to go alone."

Upon hearing this, Liu Sanjie showed disappointment, while Juan’Er was even more pained, with tears streaming down.

The other women all showed sad expressions as well.

"Young Master Qin! Are you going to abandon us?"

"Guihua can’t do without you, sir!"

"Yes, please take us with you!"

Many women started pleading, making Qin Hao feel as if his head was going to explode.

Sometimes, having too much luck with women can be annoying indeed.

Seeing the food and drinks coming up, he seized the chance to stand up and say, "I’ll keep all of your concerns close to my heart, please forgive me for not being able to take anyone with me on this trip. But I promise, if given a chance, I will surely come back to see everyone!"

With that, he picked up the warm wine flask and walked towards the door, saying, "I’ll go to toast the villagers first!"

Qin Hao left gracefully, leaving behind a group of women with sad faces.

Shopkeeper Wang witnessed this scene and sighed inwardly, "Young Master Qin, truly a romantic of the times!"

Qin Hao carried his wine cup to the first floor, where neighbors and villagers all stood up to salute.

Qin Hao waved his hand and said, "Everyone, no need for formalities. Thanks to all your care these days, I come to toast everyone!"

Upon hearing this, another wave of joyful calls erupted.

Shopkeeper Wang came up with a smile and said, "Young Master Qin’s esteemed presence, toasting is not easy to come by, everyone cherish it!"

"Good!"

The villagers, in their excitement, raised their cups and began toasting.

Qin Hao, though noble as an Immortal, was exceptionally friendly, making him well-regarded among the people.

Now, he was respectfully toasting, making the villagers cheerfully reciprocate.

When Qin Hao toasted a certain strong man.

That strong man stood up, "Young Master Qin, I am the town’s butcher, this rib is for you!"

With his left hand holding a wine cup and his right hand a piece of fresh rib, he looked very peculiar.

Qin Hao wasn’t bothered, took the rib, and casually tossed it into his Void Storage Ring, causing an uproar.

"You are the Butcher Zhu of the town? I’ve heard about you a lot! Also, thank you for your gift!"

Qin Hao laughed generously, clinking his wine cup with Butcher Zhu’s, and drank heartily.

Butcher Zhu, dressed shabbily with a strong smell of blood, was not minded by Qin Hao, winning nods from the crowd again.

Young Master Qin, despite being a noble, doesn’t disdain the common folk at all, truly a remarkable person!

"Thank you, Young Master Qin, for valuing me!" Butcher Zhu downed the liquor, his face showing a flush of excitement.

He looked ugly, always dealing with blood and meat, and usually not welcomed by people.

Now, Qin Hao’s warm gesture deeply moved Butcher Zhu.

"Butcher Zhu, no need to be polite, you diligently work for the town, slaughtering fish and selling meat. Everyone remembers your kindness in their hearts."

Qin Hao patted Butcher Zhu on the shoulder, the latter’s eyes turned red with emotion.

"Alright, I still need to toast others. Butcher Zhu, you enjoy yourself first, I’ll come find you later!"

Qin Hao patted Butcher Zhu on the shoulder, ready to move to the next table.

Suddenly, a furious shout rang out, "Qin, die!".

Amidst the commotion, Wang Fugui appeared out of nowhere, holding a dagger and charging toward Qin Hao.

"Nephew, don’t do it!"

Shopkeeper Wang’s face turned pale in fear, trying to stop him, but it was too late, as Wang Fugui had already reached Qin Hao.

"The chance has come! I can finally become famous!"

Seeing Qin Hao standing before him unmoving, Wang Fugui felt an utmost joy.

Before, he had considered many plans but thought none would succeed.

The best way to eliminate rivals and achieve his aim was assassination.

If he could kill Young Master Qin, wouldn’t his name spread far and wide?

Besides, with his Beijing background, even if he killed Young Master Qin, how could these country bumpkins dare touch him?

It was precisely because he felt confident that Wang Fugui chose to risk assassinating.

Now, he was right in front of his prey, who still stood foolishly in place.

Wang Fugui’s excitement caused his hand holding the short blade to tremble.

Tremble as it may, facing such a rare opportunity, he wouldn’t hold back, raising the dagger and fiercely stabbing toward Qin Hao’s chest.

"You scoundrel! How dare you!"

A thunderous roar sounded from behind Qin Hao, Butcher Zhu rushed over with visible speed, managing to slap Wang Fugui’s face before the dagger pierced Qin Hao’s chest.