Chapter 484: Chapter 484: That’s a Different Price
Nan Shan turned to look at Hou Ze and gave him a look.
“Go back?”
“Yes, they’ve already arrived in Jing City. They’ll take you back first thing in the morning.”
“I’m not going back! I don’t want to go back! I want to stay with Master.”
Hou Ze patted Nan Shan on the shoulder and said with a smile, “I knew you wouldn’t want to go back. Tomorrow morning, I’ll go with you. I’ll tell them you won’t go back, and at that time, you need to cooperate with me and say why you don’t want to return.”
“What’s the reason?”
Hou Ze: “Of course, it’s because you want to make money in Jing City. Just tell them that you’ve found a way to earn money here with me and want to focus on making money.”
Nan Shan seemed to partially understand and nodded: “Okay, I’ll listen to you.”
“Don’t worry, I won’t deceive you. I’ll definitely help you stay here.”
Nan Shan nodded in agreement. Hou Ze noticed his low spirits and suggested they go back to sleep and wait for the meeting the next day.
…
In the morning.
Nan Qiao drove to the hotel to pick up Tang Helin. After picking him up, they went to a place for breakfast.
Before long, Hou Ze arrived with Nan Shan.
When the four met, Hou Ze couldn’t help but feel a tremor under Tang Helin’s scrutinizing gaze.
Tang Helin sat there, projecting authority without anger, exuding an oppressive aura.
Those eyes seemed to see through people’s hearts.
Hou Ze sat down with Nan Shan, not daring to speak easily.
Tang Helin spoke, his tone powerful and commanding.
“Nan Shan, come back with me. You running here has caused trouble for Qiaoqiao. Come back with me, and it will let your master focus on his work here.”
Nan Shan shook his head: “I’m not leaving. I want to be with Master. I like Master; I want to stay with Master. Don’t anyone think about separating me from Master!”
Hou Ze: “!!”
This kid is so serious and determined. Hou Ze would think he had a long-time crush on Nan Qiao if it wasn’t for something wrong in his head.
Nan Qiao pulled Nan Shan, who had stood up, to sit back down.
“Nan Shan, calm down for now. Don’t rush; my master is only concerned about you.”
“Master, that old guy is bad. I don’t need his concern.”
Tang Helin & Hou Ze: “…”
Hou Ze knew Tang Helin’s identity, status, and capability. He wouldn’t dare to speak in such a tone.
But Nan Shan could, Nan Shan dared.
One sentence from Nan Shan left Tang Helin at a loss.
Nan Shan continued, “I can make money. I’m not leaving.”
Nan Shan looked at Hou Ze: “Say something. Weren’t you very talkative yesterday?”
Hou Ze: “…”
With a metaphorical knife at his throat, he had no choice but to speak.
Under Tang Helin’s gaze, Hou Ze awkwardly chuckled twice and said, “Old sir, here’s the thing. Nan Shan works at my company. He earns a salary every month. I provide him with food and housing, and his savings are enough for himself.”
Nan Shan nodded along: “I like it here; I want to continue staying.”
Tang Helin asked, “Nan Shan, how much do you earn a month? Does your money cover rent and your food? Is what you make enough?”
Nan Shan didn’t understand and looked at Hou Ze, wanting to hear what he would say.
Hou Ze quickly said, “Enough to use and spend. Nan Shan is good at earning money. What he earns is entirely sufficient.”
“Master, say something for me. I don’t want to leave; I want to stay here.” Nan Shan looked earnestly at Nan Qiao.
Originally, Nan Qiao intended to send Nan Shan back, but upon seeing his firm stance, he couldn’t persuade him to leave.
Tang Helin, seeing this, couldn’t forcibly take Nan Shan away either.
No one could force Nan Shan to do something he didn’t want to do.
Therefore, everyone could only let Nan Shan stay with Hou Ze for now.
…
After breakfast, Tang Helin still had other matters to attend to and left first.
Nan Shan took a bracelet out of his pocket and gave it to Nan Qiao.
“Master, I bought this with my salary for you.”
Hou Ze was taken aback: “Hey, you kid, you eat and live with me, yet you never said you would buy me a gift.”
“I heard from my master that she would give you money, so it’s not free meal and lodging.”
Hou Ze: “…”
“Boss, this kid Nan Shan is quite sharp. Nothing can escape his notice.”
Nan Qiao smiled without speaking and left with Hou Ze and Nan Shan.
The three of them walked out of the restaurant and continued forward.
At this moment, Jiang Linyu, sitting in the building opposite, stared in shock at the departing figure.
“Mom, what are you looking at?” Li Xia asked.
Jiang Linyu didn’t answer her question; instead, she took out her phone for a sneaky photo.
After snapping a picture, she hurriedly lowered her head, afraid of being discovered.
Jiang Linyu sent the photo out with a face full of excitement.
“I think I’ve found the missing experimental subject. I’ve already informed the lab for them to verify. If it truly is the missing subject, our oversight will definitely be erased.”
Li Xia was overjoyed: “Really? If that’s the case, that’s great! Mom, quickly make a call to ask personally.”
Jiang Linyu: “A phone call won’t help; let’s wait for a reply.”
Jiang Linyu didn’t have the privilege to make such calls; she could only wait for a reply.
Li Xia was not overly excited, but rather curious: “Why is Nan Qiao with the experimental subject? Who is she and why is she meddling in our affairs?”
Jiang Linyu, too, was curious about who Nan Qiao really was.
“I saw her meet with Tang Helin. She is Tang Helin’s disciple. But how does a mere disciple have such capabilities? I must quickly report this matter to headquarters and have them make a swift decision.”
Jiang Linyu left with her phone, followed by Li Xia.
…
Hou Ze took Nan Shan back to the company.
Soon after, someone specifically requested to see Nan Shan.
Hou Ze didn’t let Nan Shan come out but instead went out to inquire by himself.
“What do you need him for?”
“Mr. Hou, here’s the situation. Our family was almost robbed, and I heard your company has one of the best bodyguards. I want to hire him to protect our safety.”
Hou Ze said, “Are you looking for him alone, or are you hiring other bodyguards as well? How about this, I’ll introduce the two best fighters from our company to your family.”
“Mr. Hou, I know hiring this bodyguard costs differently. Rest assured, whatever the cost, I won’t skimp on a single penny. I can even pay a deposit in advance. Money isn’t the issue; only he can come to my house.”
Hou Ze didn’t retort but instead looked at the person with some curiosity.
“Give me your address; I’ll make arrangements. I’ll see when Nan Shan is available and contact you then.”
“Alright.”
The person gave the address to Hou Ze and left.
Hou Ze looked at the address, went into the office, and began to check if the address was accurate.
Then, he called Nan Qiao and explained the matter.
“Boss, am I being too paranoid, suspecting these people might want to harm Nan Shan?”
“Houzi, it’s better to be safe than sorry. It’s not wrong to think that way. Regardless of how much they offer, Nan Shan must not go.”
“Boss, that’s what I thought too.”
Meanwhile, upon learning this news, Jiang Linyu started devising another plan.