Kung Fu Baby with 17 Doting Brothers-Chapter 403: Never Play with Dishonest People

Chapter 403: Chapter 403: Never Play with Dishonest People

The Xie Family owns a processing factory, initially established in Jiang City, but it later faced bankruptcy. The grandfather of Xie Zhi and his brother saved it, relocating the factory to a neighboring city, and now the business is doing well, so the family is also thriving.

Their father still resides in Jiang City, and the younger son simply stayed there to work, while Xie Yang spends most of his time in the neighboring city.

However, there’s no auction in the neighboring city, so he specially came back to sell the sword.

At this time, Tuanzi was sitting in her cousin’s car, while Ji Zhangzhuo voluntarily sat in the Xie brothers’ car.

Sitting in the back seat, Tuanzi worriedly pried open the car window.

"What if Second Senior Brother gets bullied?"

Gu Yunmu burst out laughing, "Isn’t your Second Senior Brother proficient in martial arts? How could he get bullied?"

"Oh, that’s not what Miaomiao meant."

Tuanzi pouted, her little face scrunched up.

[Ancient Martial System: Are you worried he doesn’t understand modern knowledge and might be fooled or make a fool of himself?]

Tuanzi nodded her little head.

[Miaomiao: But he insists on sitting in that car, it would be better if I went!]

Although she also lived in ancient times for four years and was significantly influenced by it, she had a system. The system always thought about bringing her back to the modern era, teaching her modern knowledge whenever possible.

Her master taught her traditional characters, while the system taught her simplified characters. She had seen pictures of various buildings and home appliances in her mind before she even returned.

Due to the system’s thorough preparation, she quickly integrated into modern life after returning. Second Senior Brother, however, was different; he hadn’t even recognized all the characters yet.

[Ancient Martial System: I think he won’t be bullied; you’re also aware of his experiences. He may look young, but his methods are far from immature. Moreover, he might be going there to gather information.]

Tuanzi continued to anxiously trace the window with her finger, like a cat sharpening its claws nervously.

As she fiddled with the window, Gu Yunmu started to fiddle with the back of her head.

Gu Qize had been focused on driving, but upon seeing this through the rearview mirror, he promptly warned, "Yun Mu!"

Gu Yunmu quickly withdrew his hand, behaving for a moment, but soon started to chat again.

"Brother, it seems your reputation isn’t big enough; even Xie Yang doesn’t know who you are."

Tuanzi pricked up her ears, and her fingers stopped fiddling, her black eyes darting around.

Gu Qize: "Isn’t it normal not to know?"

Even though Runze Hotel Group is well-known, and he often attends various meetings, with photos circulating online, without any business dealings or following these things, it’s normal not to know him.

Gu Yunmu smiled meaningfully, "If he knew who you were, he wouldn’t have spoken like that earlier."

Developing a relationship with the president of Runze Hotel Group versus receiving a one-time reward, anyone with a bit of business acumen would know which to choose.

Understanding the subtext, Gu Qize’s expression turned serious, his tone cold, "I won’t cooperate with people who lack integrity."

Their ancestor got the benefit of guarding something for someone, and they are willing to give the descendants a reward. Even if Xie Yang actively asks for it, they’d feel uneasy, but they’d still give it. However, Xie Yang’s plan to sell the Listening Wave Sword has already crossed his bottom line.

In the business realm, he won’t cooperate with such people.

Tuanzi’s attention was completely diverted.

Crossing her small arms, her tiny face bore the same seriousness as Gu Qize’s, "Right, don’t play with people who lack integrity."

Gu Qize glanced at her through the rearview mirror, his lips curving slightly.

The warm atmosphere was disrupted when Gu Yunmu leaned over, "Didn’t you sign an agreement? Where did the candy you hid today come from?"

Tuanzi: ▼_▼

Acting oblivious to his sister’s expression, Gu Yunmu continued, "Doesn’t this count as lacking integrity? Or are you exploiting loopholes?"

Seeing his endless chatter, seemingly intending to talk about this all the way, Tuanzi hurriedly extended her little paw to cover his mouth and pushed him back.

Gu Yunmu insisted on leaning over, and Tuanzi diligently pushed.

"Ah, Yun Mu, you’re so annoying!"

Just like that, they tussled all the way, and by the time they got out of the car, Tuanzi had almost forgotten her previous worries.

Ji Zhangzhuo got out with a similar expression as before and came over to explain to Tuanzi proactively.

"The Listening Wave Sword was previously registered as an auction item, and though it’s been withdrawn, it can’t be retrieved directly. Later, someone from the auction house will deliver it, so we need to stay at the Xie house a bit longer."

Xie Yang unexpectedly apologized, his gaze at Ji Zhangzhuo slightly ingratiating.

Tuanzi tilted her little head, suspiciously eyeing her Second Senior Brother.

[Miaomiao: What happened?]

[Ancient Martial System: Not quite sure, but Xie Zhi hadn’t thought about selling the Listening Wave Sword; he wouldn’t have inquired about the auction process. This process was likely informed by Xie Yang.]

Tuanzi grew more curious, especially since Xie Yang’s previous attitude was quite rude.

She had consulted with the system; the era her master lived in was quite far back from this one, and this sword is an antique, capable of selling for a substantial sum, which is why Xie Yang, despite knowing Tuanzi’s identity, was still dissatisfied.

What difference does having a famous actor or director as a sister make? They can’t bring him tens of millions in profits.

The Xie Family lives in a standalone villa, though the distance between villas is quite close, with each household having a fairly high walled yard.

Mr. Xie had been unwell lately, frequently needing to visit the hospital. The Listening Wave Sword is kept in a dedicated room in the basement, while the painting with the Spirit Jade is in the study. Mr. Xie often goes to the study but rarely to the basement, giving Xie Yang the chance to exploit it.

Today, Mr. Xie happened to be home.

Learning the purpose of the visit, Mr. Xie was quite excited.

For people who value integrity, being able to return the Listening Wave Sword to its rightful owner has been a longstanding wish.

His grandfather didn’t manage it, nor did his father, but if he could do it, he could rest easy in the future.

"I’ll take you to see it right away."

Xie Yang anxiously intervened, "Dad, don’t rush, how about we check that Jade Pendant first? It would be bad if it’s a misunderstanding."

"Makes sense."

Mr. Xie led everyone to the study, where two paintings hung on the wall, with one preserved through special means.

It depicted a Jade Pendant, actually the Spirit Jade.

Tuanzi and Ji Zhangzhuo simultaneously looked up, slightly agape.

This familiar style must be from Master!

[Miaomiao: I really want to take it home]

[Ancient Martial System: You could ask if it’s possible to buy it]

The Xie Family’s ancestral teachings only spoke of keeping the Listening Wave Sword, not about how to handle the painting. In principle, the painting actually belongs to the Xie Family.

Tuanzi pouted, her eyes a bit red.

[Miaomiao: I miss Master]

The Ancient Martial System could only awkwardly comfort her.

Mr. Xie didn’t notice Tuanzi’s expression, as he was trembling while putting on presbyopic glasses, comparing the Spirit Jade with the painting.

The other painting was a reproduction of the Listening Wave Sword, requested by Xie Zhi’s grandfather and displayed.

Seeing this painting, the system, Tuanzi, and Ji Zhangzhuo were all convinced: this is the sword they were looking for!