Doted By The Regent King-Chapter 523

Wufu thought to himself that the day’s events were no coincidence, for one thing led to another, to call it coincidence would be self-deception.

As for her saying capsizing in the gutter, it meant falling victim to the opponent’s covert tricks, resulting in her current passive situation.

In broad daylight, just as Liu Jin was kidnapped, Wufu, whose servant he was, could not stand idly by. Without thinking, he chased after the abductors, but unexpectedly, his eyes were first blinded by lime, and then a sharp pain struck his shoulder, causing him to lose consciousness instantly.

This must have been due to some top-quality aphrodisiac smeared on a needle that then shot into his shoulder, which is why he fell into their trap.

Wufu was certain that this was an action targeted at him, but the question was, what was the purpose—people or silver?

When he opened his eyes, Wufu slowly adjusted to the darkness, surveying the environment he was in. His hands tied behind him, he felt his way along the wall.

It felt somewhat damp, like a dirt wall, and he could smell the moisture, a sort of moldy scent.

This must be some kind of cellar.

Wufu looked towards the crack of light in front of him, pursed his lips, and moved his feet. His eyes brightened with joy. The Butterfly Knife tied to his calf was still there.

It seemed that those who had tied him up had not searched him.

Wufu struggled against the ropes binding his hands behind his back.

"Big Brother!"

He stopped moving, motionless.

Above him, the sound of a chair being pulled back could be heard, and someone walked in from outside. He also heard the sound of weapons being set heavily on a table.

"Is the hostage still alright?" a coarse voice subsequently asked.

Hostage?

Wufu’s mouth curved into a cold smile, thinking it seemed he was indeed their "hostage." Well then, a kidnapping, huh!

"Keep a close watch. This girl is worth two hundred thousand taels!" the coarse voice said.

Wufu’s lips parted slightly, nearly letting out a whistle. Good heavens, he was worth two hundred thousand taels—a sum equal to a Peach Blossom Spring...

Hold on!

Wufu’s eyes sharpened.

Why precisely two hundred thousand taels? How coincidental! Did these people know about the two hundred thousand taels from the Peach Blossom Spring he had acquired? Were they eyeing him as a big fish all along?

Although the silver had come into his possession, Peach Blossom Spring was publicly known to belong to Ah Jiu. So, why had they kidnapped him?

Damn it, was he suffering on Ah Jiu’s behalf, or did these people know all along that he was the one actually holding the silver?

"Big Brother, is there really two hundred thousand taels?" The conversation overhead continued.

Wufu listened quietly, his hands and feet still moving.

"I have inquired about it, and it’s true. That what’s its name, Peach Blossom Spring, was indeed cut by her and sold for two hundred thousand taels," the coarse voice said.

"Damn it, a piece of lousy jade actually worth that much? Those merchants must be rich!" Another voice said, "Big Brother, if we really get two hundred thousand, we’ll be set for life. We could even retire from this business!"

"It appears that person didn’t deceive us after all, this is indeed a way to make a fortune!" Another voice joined in.

Wufu paused in his movements, that person? A way to make a fortune?

His eyes narrowed, picking up an underlying meaning in their words. It seemed this kidnapping was not simple—someone had a hand in it.

It was odd indeed. Since Ah Jiu was the known recipient of the Peach Blossom Spring, why had they specifically kidnapped him? It turned out someone had leaked information! Humph, and to think he had believed it was his conspicuous wealth that had brought this calamity upon him!

"Enough talk, let’s check on her. Don’t let her escape!" the boss’s voice commanded.

"Yes."

Footsteps approached, and soon after, a wooden board was pulled back. Almost at the same time, Wufu closed his eyes, feigning the same posture as when he had just woken up.