This implies that in just five days, that person could ripen the immortal vegetables again. What kind of person could achieve such a feat?
Yes, he should have realized this long ago.
The Four Seas House they were currently in was clearly a magical artifact.
Could someone ordinary possess such an item?
Even his father, as the fort master of Yingcheng, did not have such a thing.
After returning yesterday, his father had even lamented that such an item would appear in Yingcheng.
His reason for coming today was twofold: firstly, for the food, and secondly, and most importantly, to probe Shen Xiaoyan's true capabilities.
Though his mind raced with thoughts, only a moment had passed.
Wu Shuai's expression remained unchanged as he smiled and said, "In that case, five days from now, Wu will be the first to patronize you."
Shen Xiaoyan returned a broad, gentle smile. "If Young Master Wu is willing to come, we will of course be honored hosts."
For a time, hosts and guests enjoyed themselves to the fullest.
Wu Shuai knew that the others were waiting to buy immortal vegetables, so he moved aside and no longer delayed Shen Xiaoyan and the others from their business.
Even so, he did not leave immediately. Instead, he pulled up a wooden chair and sat to the side, watching the bustling scene.
Shen Xiaoyan didn't need to think much to understand that Wu Shuai was there to provide protection.
Although, after his earlier words, these people would not easily cause trouble.
However, with Wu Shuai watching, things would certainly be much better.
Shen Xiaoyan understood the principle that a strong dragon cannot suppress a local snake.
Besides, they were not considered a strong dragon at the moment; at most, they were a large cat.
And a large cat posing as a tiger.
When all the immortal vegetables in the courtyard were sold, there were still people who hadn't managed to buy any.
These were all people who had arrived later, having heard the news.
They were unaware of what had happened earlier, and after failing to buy any, each and every one of them became unhappy.
Naturally, their attitudes were not good either.
"What's going on with you vegetable sellers? We came all this way, and you're sending us back empty-handed. Are you looking down on us?"
"Exactly. I think they're just here to stir up trouble."
"Don't waste your breath on them. Why don't we just go up and teach them a lesson? Ordinary people with no cultivation dare to have so many immortal vegetables and refuse to sell them to us. This is purely looking for trouble."
Listening to the clamor of these people, Shen Xiaoyan and the others felt no worry.
Hadn't they seen Wu Shuai's face turn as grim as if he had lost his father?
Huang Shan had been watching this scene from the side, constantly observing Wu Shuai's expression.
Seeing that Wu Shuai was on the verge of erupting, he quickly stepped forward, put on a stern face, and reprimanded, "Don't you all see Young Master Wu here? Making such a racket, what kind of behavior is this!"
The crowd was stunned at first, then turned to look at Huang Shan.
Indeed, beside Huang Shan, they saw an displeased Wu Shuai.
Everyone present was either intelligent or self-deceiving. Seeing Wu Shuai's expression, they assumed it was because Wu Shuai himself had not managed to buy any immortal vegetables.
Therefore, the self-deceiving ones stepped forward. "Did Young Master Wu also fail to buy these immortal vegetables? These lowly vegetable sellers are truly detestable, causing Young Master Wu to make a wasted trip. Such people should..."
"Bang! Bang! Bang!"
Before this person could finish speaking, he was suddenly kicked flying.
After this person was sent flying, a shadow swiftly followed, and with a series of kicks, sent him down again.
This scene left everyone bewildered.
What was going on?
Who dared to lay hands on them?
While their status might not compare to Wu Shuai's, they were still prominent figures in Yingcheng.
Who was so reckless as to attack them!
With this thought, their gazes naturally turned to the person who had acted.
Upon seeing that the perpetrator was Huang Shan, the crowd's surprise was so great they felt their eyes might pop out.
"Huang Shan, what are you doing?"
Listening to their questioning, a faint smile appeared on Huang Shan's face. "I'm beating someone up. Can't you see?"
The crowd became even more enraged. "Huang Shan, we are all the same. What right do you have to strike whenever you please? Do you think you are Young Master Wu?"
Huang Shan smiled gently. "Naturally, I cannot be compared to Young Master Wu, but these are Young Master Wu's orders, and I naturally must obey them."
Young Master Wu's orders?
Upon hearing this, the crowd instantly turned to look at Young Master Wu. They saw him smiling and, seeing their gazes, he even winked friendly.
"Why are you all looking at me?"
Listening to Wu Shuai's innocent voice, the crowd exchanged glances. What was going on?
Finally, after half a moment of hesitation, someone stepped forward to ask, "May I ask Young Master Wu, were Huang Shan's actions just now at your command?"
Wu Shuai smiled and nodded. "It was this young master's command."
"What is Young Master Wu's intention?"
Wu Shuai's smile vanished, and he said coldly, "Without even knowing the preceding events, you dare to shout and yell, and you didn't even bother to inquire about my relationship with these people. You still want to teach them a lesson? Perhaps I should teach you a lesson first."
Hearing Wu Shuai say this, the crowd finally understood. It turned out these vegetable sellers had a connection with Wu Shuai.
But if they admitted defeat like this, wouldn't they lose all face?
As the crowd hesitated, Wu Shuai spoke again. "Since many people have arrived, I will say it again. If you wish to buy immortal vegetables here, the doors will naturally be open to you. However, if you wish to cause trouble, do not blame me for being impolite. In Yingcheng, you may not be able to stay peacefully."
Listening to Wu Shuai's words, the faces of those who had been clamoring for trouble turned somewhat pale.
Wu Shuai's words were not light.
Although the crowd feared Wu Shuai, it was only because he was Wu Yihao's son.
Now, even though Wu Shuai's words made them all apprehensive, there was still a strong sense of unwillingness.
They thought he was merely relying on his status as Wu Yihao's son to make such grand pronouncements.
Wu Shuai naturally knew what they were thinking. With a sneer, he opened his mouth leisurely. "You don't need to doubt it, these are my father's orders. After all, what kind of person am I, Wu Shuai, to dare to speak like this? Don't you agree?"
Unexpectedly, Wu Shuai possessed such a perceptive heart that he could discern their inner thoughts.
Having their secret thoughts exposed, the crowd felt their faces burn.
Even so, they dared not say anything more.
Wu Shuai had already stated that these were Wu Yihao's orders.
If they were to say anything more, it would clearly be defying the fort master.
The lord of this city held the power of life and death.
Moreover, Wu Yihao himself possessed considerable strength.
With this in mind, one by one, they quickly offered smiles and apologies.
They claimed to have been momentarily foolish and asked Wu Shuai not to hold it against them.
Wu Shuai naturally understood the principle of knowing when to stop. He smiled at Shen Xiaoyan and the others. "These people were ignorant, please do not take offense, Young Master Zheng."
Zheng Wei waved his hand indifferently. "They are all friends of Young Master Wu, so naturally I do not mind. However... you know, these immortal vegetables are handled by us. If anything unexpected were to happen, none of us would be able to explain it."
Listening to Zheng Wei speak so earnestly, Shen Xiaoyan inwardly rejoiced, but his face remained stern, doing his best not to show it.
Wu Shuai inwardly confirmed his suspicions and his gaze towards Zheng Wei and the others became even more eager.
He didn't know who was behind Zheng Wei and the others now, but as long as they bought immortal vegetables, over time, a relationship would be built, and he would surely be able to glean some information.
Since all the immortal vegetables had been sold, Wu Shuai naturally led his group away.
As Shen Xiaoyan and the others closed the door of the Four Seas House, they finally let out a long sigh of relief.
Lu Taobao opened his mouth to speak, his face filled with excitement, but Zheng Wei quickly covered his mouth with his hand.
Only after entering the house did Zheng Wei release his hand.
Lu Taobao gasped for breath and asked confusedly, "Brother, are you trying to suffocate me?"
Yi Zhixie gently patted Lu Taobao's head. "You're the one trying to get us killed."
"I didn't!"
Lu Taobao appeared very innocent. How could he possibly want to harm anyone?
"Idiot, do you think they all left? Isn't there anyone hiding in the shadows watching?"
Lu Taobao's mouth widened in surprise. He had never considered such a possibility!
Looking at the expressions of Shen Xiaoyan and the others, it seemed they all thought the same.