Chapter 296: Come with me

Chapter 296: Chapter 296: Come with me

Faced with such reverent treatment, Qin Tianxuan showed no sign of satisfaction.

He was a commoner now. Accepting this special treatment would likely draw criticism from the Imperial Capital!

Someone with ulterior motives might even use this to stab him in the back!

Therefore, turning it down was the best policy. At the very least, it made his position clear.

Besides, Qin Tianxuan was also curious about the two men in black—their objective and their plan of action.

So, he waved his hand dismissively and said, word by word, "From now on, no salutes, no special treatment!"

Everyone on site shook their heads in unison.

’How is that possible!’

’Never mind the Battle Department, the Celestial Hall, or the Cabinet—even the Dragon Platform Phoenix Hall and the Northern Domain’s Martial Venerable Hall wouldn’t let this go if they found out!’

Although the Night Emperor had retired, his prestige within Da Xia had long reached its zenith!

In the end, left with no other choice, Qin Tianxuan agreed to let them provide a private hotel for him as a temporary resting place.

This level of treatment already surpassed everyone else’s.

The Police Department and security personnel even stated directly, "Sir, if you feel anyone is cleared of suspicion, you can take them with you directly. We have the utmost trust in you!"

’Damn!’

Young Master Chang’s eyes were about to pop out of his head.

The other passengers all swallowed dryly, their hearts filled with regret—a regret so deep it could kill!

’After all that commotion, it turns out this Mr. Qin is the real big shot!’

’That Chang Siming is a total idiot. We followed him in causing a ruckus, and we ended up offending the big shot!’

’Fucking hell!’

At that moment, Qin Tianxuan pointed to Hua Hua. "I’ll take this child with me."

"Yes, sir!"

The chief of the Police Department and the others immediately waved their hands, and Hua Hua’s luggage was brought over.

Qin Tianxuan swept his gaze across the crowd again. "Since everyone else suspected me of being a criminal, heh, there’s no need for me to give them any chances."

The people in the crowd lowered their heads like morons, every one of them blushing with shame.

Behind the crowd, Li Qingcheng stood wearing sunglasses, an indescribable feeling in her heart.

From beginning to end, this man hadn’t even glanced at her. On the plane, he hadn’t offered a single word of comfort.

She suddenly felt wronged, incredibly wronged.

’Even if you look down on me, I was still your deputy officer for two days back in the Southern Domain Battle Department.’

’Damn you, you bastard.’

While she was still wallowing in self-pity, a gentle voice sounded by her ear. "Come with me. What are you spacing out for?"

"Ah!"

Li Qingcheng looked up. Qin Tianxuan was standing right in front of her with a hint of a smile in his eyes. "My little deputy officer, I’ve called you three times already. Are you sleepwalking?"

Li Qingcheng took off her mask and sunglasses, instantly revealing a brilliant smile.

A face as beautiful as a flower, a temperament as refined as jade!

When she smiled, all the men around were dumbstruck.

’Wow, so beautiful! More beautiful than any big-name celebrity!’

That rich kid, Chang Siming, was practically wiping away drool, his eyes burning with desire.

’Damn it, that guy surnamed Qin is in the way! I heard them earlier, he’s just some minor figure retired from the Battle Department. Hmph, just wait until we get to Shangdu City. I’ll show you what real power is!’

’And as for that drop-dead gorgeous beauty, if I don’t make her mine, I’ll change my fucking surname from Chang!’

Qin Tianxuan, along with Hua Hua and Li Qingcheng, leisurely made his way to the best hotel near the airport.

This was the bustling heart of Jianghua City.

However, the hotel was fully booked. Only a standard suite was available. The local personnel responsible for hosting them felt uneasy and were very nervous.

Qin Tianxuan smiled. "Deputy Officer Qingqing, go ahead and settle the bill. Let’s not put the hotel in a difficult position. This room is perfectly fine."

Overjoyed, Li Qingcheng immediately took out her wallet, and with a SWISH, revealed more than thirty black cards inside.

The sight left the hotel manager staring, completely stunned.

Qin Tianxuan, however, personally contacted Hua Hua’s family.

That evening, a young couple arrived anxiously, accompanied by a fleet of over thirty luxury cars.

The spectacle was quite astonishing.

"I told you we should have just sent the private jet to pick up our child! Look, you just had to insist on ’building her independence,’ and she almost got into trouble!" the beautiful, noble-looking woman complained the whole way.

The man in the gray suit, a look of resignation on his face, apologized, "Honey, you’re right, it’s my fault. Thank goodness Hua Hua is okay. Otherwise, the old man would beat me to death when we get back."

"Dad! Mom!" Hua Hua shouted happily as she ran toward them.

The couple hugged their child, calling her "darling," and immediately whisked her away to their car without even meeting Qin Tianxuan and Li Qingcheng, let alone thanking them in person.

Finally, their driver slowly walked over and glanced at Qin Tianxuan. "Our boss told me to thank you for your help. This is one million. If you don’t think it’s enough, we can add more!"

Rude, arrogant, and utterly condescending.

For Hua Hua’s sake, Qin Tianxuan silently pushed the check away. "Not necessary."

The rich couple’s driver sneered. "One million is a lot. You just got lucky and happened to run into our young miss. Damn, how much more do you want? The most I can give you is a five-million-dollar thank-you fee!"

SLAP! Li Qingcheng threw the check right in his face. "Get lost! If it weren’t for Hua Hua, I’d make those two ill-mannered fools get on their knees and apologize right now!"

The driver clutched the check, a malicious grin on his face. "You’re headed to Shangdu City too, right? Heh, don’t regret this! Once you find out who we are, you’ll probably be the ones kneeling and begging for forgiveness!"

After saying his piece, he walked away arrogantly.

Li Qingcheng was speechless. "What kind of people are they? How rich can he be? Richer than me? They’re like a bunch of morons! Not a shred of courtesy."

Qin Tianxuan just smiled, not taking it to heart.

If he got angry every time he encountered something like this, he would have died of anger long ago.

He turned and went back to the room.

The hotel only had this one single room. The space wasn’t large. Qin Tianxuan put down his jacket and frowned.

’I completely forgot about Li Qingcheng. I should probably have her find her own place.’

Just as he was thinking this, Li Qingcheng followed him right in, tossed off her cloak, and revealed her bare, fair back.

She stretched languidly and was about to head toward the bathroom.

"Wait. Men and women should keep their distance. Either you find a better hotel, or I’ll go find somewhere else to rough it for the night!"

Qin Tianxuan’s words were spoken calmly.

A mischievous smile in her eyes, Li Qingcheng turned around. "Help me unzip my dress. I’m your deputy officer. You recognized me a long time ago, right? We’re all comrades-in-arms. Do we really need to care about these things on the battlefield?"

It was a very direct and simple temptation.

’This girl... she’s a little foolish.’

Qin Tianxuan picked up his bag and walked out without another word.

He left Li Qingcheng standing there, stunned. Then, her face flushed red. "Idiot! Bastard! I was just teasing you! Do you really think I, the great Miss Qingcheng, would be so frivolous?"

She quickly changed into a shirt and jeans, forgoing the dress, and chased after him with a fresh, clean look.

’Hmph, if you don’t like the sexy style, then I’ll try the girl-next-door look.’

Just as she caught up to Qin Tianxuan by a window in the hallway, Li Qingcheng opened her mouth to call out to him.

Suddenly, down below at the hotel entrance, a crowd of people blocked the door, shouting that they wanted to see the Night Emperor!