Hidden Moth-Chapter 172 - 91: Petals Ride the Wind, Becoming Spring Soil

If it were really an irreconcilable vendetta, there wouldn’t be so much talk— they would have probably gotten straight to fighting.

There’s a saying, "Villains die from talking too much," which isn’t without reason, as it not only gives the other side a chance to overturn things, but also diminishes one’s own resolve to fight to the death.

Assuming He Kao were the villain tonight, he was clearly talking too much.

Gu Yunteng felt the atmosphere was about right, so he stood up slowly and said, "You finally came to find me today, and I’m delighted. Let’s not just sit here talking—I’ll make us some tea."

He Kao: "The power’s out, you can’t boil water."

Gu Yunteng: "No problem, I just boiled some water before you came—the kettle is insulated."

Gu Yunteng made a pot of tea himself, unaffected by the dark while he worked, and brought it over, pouring a cup for both He Kao and himself. These days in Qi Yuan’s territory, not many have the privilege to enjoy such treatment.

Seeing He Kao take up the teacup and sip, Gu Yunteng felt reassured, sensing he’d gained the upper hand, and asked with a smile, "I heard Elder Jiang and Elder Gu have high hopes for you. Are you a disciple of either one?"

He Kao wasn’t aware, and he took a sip of tea, unclear of its significance according to Jianghu customs. Instead of answering, he simply looked at Gu Yunteng in the dark.

Gu Yunteng seemingly misunderstood and quickly laughed, explaining, "I’m just guessing. I know customs—if it’s inconvenient to say, I won’t ask.

Rest assured, I’m great at keeping secrets. Your father being the Hidden Moth is something I’ve never revealed to anyone over the years.

No matter what, since you’re the son of an old friend and an ally favored by the Sect Law Hall Elders, consider today the day we meet officially. You can come to me anytime in the future.

You haven’t seen that house in Guanliu District yet, have you? I’ll let them know to clean it up again and renovate it according to your preferences before inviting you..."

He Kao couldn’t hold back and interrupted, "Don’t you know about that house?"

Gu Yunteng: "Oh, is there a situation? My oversight, I’ve been dealing with a city special task force and hadn’t kept up."

He Kao: "Your son, Gu Ziyuan, has been occupying that house for ten years. I brought the title deed with a lawyer, but he refused to vacate.

The lawyer I hired, whom you should know, was Yao Shaolan.

Even Lawyer Yao was at a loss. To fulfill my commission, he hired a locksmith and a moving company... Finally, I got the house back.

But just the day before yesterday, when I first went to see the house, Eldest Young Master Gu sent a big ’gift.’ He had two people dressed in property management uniforms weld the door shut!"

He Kao’s tone was calm, not revealing any anger, but Gu Yunteng’s expression changed, "That something like this happened? I’m truly sorry, I didn’t know!

This bastard, he’s really infuriating! Don’t worry, leave it to me to handle. I’ll make him apologize to you in person.

The house will also be tidied up perfectly for you... If you’re not satisfied with it, just let me know which area and type in Qi Yuan you prefer—all can be discussed!"

He Kao suddenly asked, "After thinking it over, my father wasn’t one to take advantage of anyone nor needed to take anything for free. That house was probably for debt settlement, right? Used as payment for project funds?"

Gu Yunteng was slightly startled but displayed no unusual expression, deftly continuing the conversation, laughing it off, "Nephew, you indeed know your father well!

Back in the day, he took on many projects from the Bada Group, with payment periodically settled. There was indeed a batch unreconciled.

At the time, the Guanliu District was about to hit the market and was in great demand—many couldn’t snatch one even with insider ties. Seeing he liked it, I intentionally reserved a unit for him.

He wouldn’t take advantage of me for free and suggested it be used to offset the project funds. Your father had good judgment; the internal price back then was less than two million, and now it’s increased several times over."

He Kao: "You just said that with the Invisibility Ability, you couldn’t possibly threaten him, but I don’t think that’s true. If my father were alone, he’d fear no threat, but unfortunately, his identity was exposed.

Back then, his parents were still in the countryside, and his son was still young, not to mention many relatives and friends—these were his vulnerabilities. Those with intent wouldn’t need to directly threaten him—just a hint would likely leave him troubled."

Gu Yunteng was somewhat surprised, wondering why He Kao suddenly brought this up—was he complaining or seeking accountability? But considering the situation, it wasn’t surprising; since he’d come to claim a price, a suitable reason was needed.

He deliberately frowned, saying, "What nonsense is this? I have never done such things, never even thought of it! Offending the Hidden Moth would have serious consequences, especially as we already had a good rapport."

He Kao finally sighed, "Really, I shouldn’t be fixated on what happened back then. Some things might always remain unclear, yet I still need to make decisions now."

Gu Yunteng smiled openly, "That’s the spirit, the past is behind us, we should look forward... Come, have some tea! Let’s exchange contacts first, and you can reach me anytime."

He Kao: "Don’t touch your phone!"

Gu Yunteng froze slightly in his movement: "Alright, I won’t touch it. Nephew, if you have any requests, just say the word!"