Chapter 549 - 548: One More Minute

Chapter 549: Chapter 548: One More Minute

When Yiyi and the others arrived at Huang Group, Huang Yantao personally received them.

"Master Lin Jing, why did you come in person? Please come in." Saying this, he extended his hand in a gesture of invitation, but his gaze swept across the three of them in turn, as their appearances and one of their outfits were particularly eye-catching.

However, Lin Jing didn’t go in immediately but stepped aside to let Yiyi go first.

At this time, Huang Yantao shifted his gaze to Yiyi. He had already noticed her earlier, as her striking looks were impossible to ignore, though he was somewhat puzzled. He was rather curious about Yiyi’s identity—who exactly was this beauty who could command such deference from Lin Jing?

But now wasn’t the time to inquire about these things, so Huang Yantao said nothing else, instead smiling and making another gesture of invitation to Yiyi.

Seeing this, Yiyi took the lead and walked ahead.

Once they arrived at Huang Yantao’s office, Lin Jing began to discuss the purpose of their visit.

"Second Young Master, it’s time for your medicine again, so I’ve come directly."

Hearing this, Huang Yantao smiled and said, "It’s truly troublesome for Master Lin Jing, but... who are these?" As he spoke, he gestured towards Yiyi and the others.

Lin Jing smiled and answered, "They are my fellow sect members."

Although Gu Tingyu wasn’t a fellow sect member, the Holy Daughter had long been betrothed to him, so he could be considered half a member of the Divine Medicine Sect, thus the statement was not incorrect.

Upon hearing this, Huang Yantao raised an eyebrow, "All three of them? Does that mean even this beautiful lady is your sect member? She certainly doesn’t look the part."

"In the sect, her status is much higher than mine, so don’t judge people by their appearance."

Lin Jing said with a smile but didn’t reveal Yiyi’s identity in the Divine Medicine Sect to avoid unnecessary trouble, not wanting news of finding the Holy Daughter to spread everywhere.

Seeing that Lin Jing didn’t elaborate and only said so, Huang Yantao didn’t ask further, though his curiosity increased, looking at Yiyi with greater exploration and admiration.

Gu Tingyu observed from the side, furrowing his brow. Huang Yantao had been gazing at Yiyi intentionally and unintentionally from the start, making Gu Tingyu very unhappy, so he quietly positioned himself in front of Yiyi.

Seeing Gu Tingyu’s action, Huang Yantao couldn’t help but raise an eyebrow. However, he didn’t avert his gaze; instead, he looked at Gu Tingyu with a hint of provocation and arrogance.

Admittedly, he acknowledged Lin Jing’s skills, but that was strictly regarding Lin Jing alone. As for his sect members, he didn’t care much, especially since he was now the leader of Huang Group, not easily compared by the average person.

Gu Tingyu naturally noticed the provocation from Huang Yantao, his gaze turning icy, but he said nothing and stood silently in front of Yiyi.

Lin Jing watched all of this unfold, and couldn’t help but frown.

But soon he relaxed. Initially, he felt uneasy about using that medicine on Second Young Master Huang, but seeing his attitude towards the Holy Daughter now, his slight bit of discomfort vanished. Not to mention his reverence towards the Holy Daughter and her fiancé, this arrogant Huang Yantao deserved what was coming.

With that thought, Lin Jing’s demeanor became profound as he took out a medicine bottle from his bosom and tossed it to Huang Yantao, saying, "Here’s your medicine for the next half-month. Once you’ve finished it, I’ll come by to check your pulse."

Huang Yantao took the medicine bottle, smiling, he said, "Master Lin Jing, since you’re here, why not stay for lunch before heading back."

This proposal suited Lin Jing perfectly, so he replied without hesitation, "Alright, let’s find a place to eat."

Once everyone stood up, Huang Yantao led the way with a smile on his face, "Today, I’ll be the host; let’s enjoy a good meal at a hotel I frequent, known for its delicious food. Let’s head there now."

With Huang Yantao leading the way, Yiyi and the others enjoyed the leisure and followed right behind him.

"Master Lin Jing, we’re almost there."

Full of smiles, Huang Yantao led the group, and upon reaching the reserved private room, he introduced the hotel’s special dishes to them in detail, finally handing the menu to Yiyi, saying, "All the dishes here are good; choose a few of your favorites."

Yiyi didn’t refuse, took the menu, and promptly began ordering dishes.

Seeing Yiyi’s confident demeanor, Huang Yantao found her even more attractive, his eyes fixated on her.

Not to mention Gu Tingyu, even Lin Jing felt Huang Yantao was a bit too frivolous, and couldn’t help frowning as he said, "Second Young Master, how have you been feeling lately? Do you still occasionally feel weak?"

Upon hearing this, Huang Yantao quickly replied with a smile, "With Master Lin Jing’s intervention, I’m much better. Probably just a little more medication and I’ll be nearly recovered."

Lin Jing nodded with a smile.

When the dishes arrived, Huang Yantao poured everyone a drink, saying, "It’s a rare occasion to meet Master Lin Jing’s sect members; let’s enjoy a drink together."

"Thanks, Second Young Master."

Lin Jing raised his glass first, clinking it with Huang Yantao’s, and when the latter wasn’t paying attention, quickly added medicine to his glass.

Yiyi clearly saw Lin Jing’s action, so she also lifted her glass, clinking it with Huang Yantao’s, and said, "Thanks to Mr. Huang for the hospitality." Saying this, she drank her glass of wine in one go.

"Great, straightforward."

Seeing Yiyi’s directness, Huang Yantao drank his glass of red wine with a smile.

Although unhappy with Huang Yantao’s constant gaze at Yiyi, Gu Tingyu was relieved once he saw the other had taken the medicine, choosing to endure a little longer.

After drinking, Huang Yantao spoke more casually, pointing to Fu Yun he said, "Master Lin Jing, is it a requirement for your sect’s disciples to wear these clothes, because you don’t seem to wear them? When I saw this young man today, I almost wondered if I had traveled back in time."

Fu Yun, upon hearing this, gave Huang Yaotao a cold glare and then looked impatiently towards Lin Jing.

Lin Jing knew his friend’s meaning and quickly said with a smile, "Almost there, just about another minute."

"Another minute?"

Huang Yantao asked, confused.

Lin Jing heard this and chuckled, "Second Young Master, I truly apologize, but with you staring at our Holy Daughter, even someone as good-tempered as myself was about to get angry. There are some people who should not be looked at, understand? Otherwise, you might end up in a situation like yours."