Chapter 2622

With his strong self-confidence, Zhao Chi didn't mind going in to take a look; he also wanted to know what was happening.

After all, it looked like Shopkeeper Wanyan and the others seemed to have gotten into trouble.

Although Zhao Chi had no interest in Shopkeeper Wanyan, she was still a friend of sorts, and a business friend whose reliability had been verified once.

Zhao Chi still wanted to continue cooperating with her.

Besides, Zhao Chi was also very concerned about his batch of goods.

Then he'd go in and take a look.

Tang Ruan and Qi Yue silently watched the soldiers nearby; the moment Zhao Chi gave the order, they would launch an attack instantly.

But Zhao Chi strode right in.

The two of them hurried to follow.

The nearby soldiers also all surged back into the hall, spreading out to the surroundings and surrounding everyone.

Bang!

The heavy wooden door closed as well.

The lord, hand resting on the precious saber at his waist, slowly walked over, carrying quite an imposing air.

He looked at Zhao Chi and the two others, then asked Shopkeeper Wanyan, "Which of them is Zhao Si?"

Shopkeeper Wanyan anxiously glanced at Tang Ruan and Qi Yue, then shook her head repeatedly: "I've never met her."

She really hadn't met her.

At most she knew Gu Qing and the others' voices, but had never seen Gu Qing and the others' faces.

Shopkeeper Wanyan was clearly very nervous; Zhao Chi also didn't know what she was nervous about.

His own ordering process was reasonable and legal—what was there to be nervous about?

Moreover, having Gu Qing drive out to handle matters had never involved doing anything illegal, so of course Zhao Chi had a clear conscience.

The lord turned his head.

His gaze once again swept back and forth across Tang Ruan's face.

"Which of you two is Zhao Si?"

Without Zhao Chi's instruction, Tang Ruan and Qi Yue naturally wouldn't answer.

They both stared coldly at the lord.

Zhao Chi retorted, "Who are you?"

The lord's eyes rolled, and he said to Zhao Chi, "Right now it's me fucking asking the questions! Not you, understand?"

Zhao Chi said lightly, "I'm asking who you are! You understand?"

Attitude mild, tone calm.

He seemed to completely disregard the lord before him.

Shopkeeper Wanyan's eyes went wide.

After hearing Zhao Chi say he was Zhao Si's contact, she instantly had the feeling he was one of their own.

But it seemed this man... was a bit unable to read the situation?

Was it because he was too young?

She hurriedly advised, "This Mr., let's... calm down a bit. This is Captain Yuan."

The merchants were even more utterly shocked.

"Oh, God."

"Who is he?"

"How would I know."

"I bet he must be some big shot?"

"Don't know... but it's possible, after all, not just anyone has the qualification to lead two such beautiful ladies."

"Shut it, keep your voice down."

The merchants buzzed with discussion.

Tang Ruan and Qi Yue also exchanged a glance.

They were both somewhat surprised.

They hadn't expected the lord to be this tough outside?

Back in the territory he was very gentle.

Qi Yue looked at Zhao Chi, feeling he seemed to have become more reliable.

Tang Ruan, meanwhile, stared at the lord's expression, somewhat wanting to laugh.

The lord was also dumbfounded.

His face was full of an expression of utter disbelief.

Instead, the adjutants behind him were all bristling with rage.

"What the fuck did you just say?"

"Kid, where the hell are you from?"

"When you're asked something, just answer—why the nonsense!"

"Mind your station!"

"Truly no manners! Needs educating!"

Tang Ruan's smile faded.

She was almost about to open her mouth and curse back, but since Zhao Chi hadn't spoken, she didn't dare actually do it.

Qi Yue's fist was clenched tight.

As long as Zhao Chi gave the order, she would tear their mouths apart without hesitation.

But the lord raised his hand, stopping his subordinates.

Then he looked at Zhao Chi with an unreadable expression.

He was also thinking it over, weighing his options.

Anyone bold enough to speak to him like that must have some backing.

The lord was no fool; his voice quickly calmed, and he said, "I am Yuan Ze, Deputy Trade Inspector of Shubei Town, captain rank, major's commission, attached to the Xuanwu Regiment. I am specifically in charge of trade and material confiscation. Here is my identification. Who are you?"

Deputy Trade Inspector?

In charge of trade?

Zhao Chi finally had some idea of what was going on.

Shopkeeper Wanyan's Ruby Merchant Guild had come to Shubei Town, so of course they would be inspected by the local inspectors.

This lord called Yuan Ze showing up here was perfectly reasonable.

Zhao Chi replied, "I am Zhao Chi, lord of the Baihu Regiment."

Yuan Ze stared at Zhao Chi.

Zhao Chi looked at Yuan Ze.

Yuan Ze was a little impatient: "Show your identification! If you don't show it, how do I know what you're saying is true? A lord who doesn't even know this kind of rule?"

Zhao Chi showed it.

Yuan Ze frowned: "Jade Squadron's... member? Just a member? And only a second lieutenant's commission? Damn... a second lieutenant member, and you made me feel like you were a squadron leader..."

His expression was extremely ugly.

He felt he'd been played.

Zhao Chi said, "What? Look down on my rank? Rank doesn't represent everything — looks like you don't know the rules either."

Yuan Ze snarled, "Shut your mouth! Rank indeed doesn't represent everything, but it can't just be some damn second lieutenant! Speak up — which of those two women is Zhao Si? What did you come here for?"

His temper flared up again.

Even angrier than before.

Zhao Chi paid no attention to his attitude and answered directly: "Zhao Si couldn't come in person. I came in her place to find Shopkeeper Wanyan."

Yuan Ze turned to look at Shopkeeper Wanyan.

Shopkeeper Wanyan still shook her head gently.

Zhao Chi said, "She doesn't know me, but I know her. I have business with her."

Yuan Ze said coldly, "Since you're also a lord, you should know the procedure. The Ruby Merchant Guild's people entered Shubei Town in the small hours, and we conducted a lawful inspection — no problem, right? Speak up — what did you come here for?"

Zhao Chi said, "You're only an inspector. Do you have the right to question me? Do your own job properly."

"What the hell...?"