Chapter 2828: Chapter 2823: Severing Cause and Effect

Can’t hold it in anymore?

Fu Qian’s opportunistic behavior, strictly speaking, was already somewhat roguish.

At this moment, this excessively familiar third person was even more outrageous.

So much so that the Female Priestesses, originally in a daze, snapped her head back at that moment.

And from her expression, the newcomer seemed very unfamiliar to her — fortunately, not to Fu Qian.

The voice was indeed unheard of, but this face... the inappropriate behavior actually came from the venue guard just introduced.

As a result, his previous "dedicated" evaluation seemed to be forced to retract.

As a person hired by Jenny, the boss lady, to maintain order, he disrupts at a time when business is booming.

"Do you want a drink too?"

Sure enough, without waiting for the customer to speak, Jenny immediately expressed her displeasure, frowning and staring at the newcomer.

"Yes, and I don’t mind it a bit sweeter."

As it turns out, indeed it was a case of the servant harming the master.

Unabashedly staring down Jenny, the venue guard casually opened a wound.

"It’s a pity there are no discounts for the third cup... Maybe you can ask him if he’s interested in pooling another two cups with you."

The ill intention was almost written on the face, but fortunately, as a seasoned businessperson, Jenny reacted quickly, realizing the other party had no reason to be vicious toward her.

She quickly glanced towards Fu Qian, signaling that grievances have their origins.

"No problem, this cup is on me."

Unfortunately, Professor Fu’s lavishness outweighed the opponent’s, and when the person really glanced over, he already flicked out a bill.

"Thank you."

The venue guard directly accepted it with a grin, blowing at the sliding bill, causing it to flutter over to Jenny’s side.

"You’re causing them trouble, you know?"

And after casually thanking, although the smile on his face did not diminish, the tone immediately carried a taste of warning.

...

The voice was low but still far from being a whisper.

So much so that the two involved could hear it clearly, their expressions immediately paling.

"Trouble from whom?"

In contrast, Fu Qian suddenly displayed interest.

"All sorts of possibilities, even without malice."

The venue guard’s response was vague, his gaze sweeping over their faces.

"They’re just too weak, even a single interaction can bring effects that might make their lives unbearable."

It’s clear that there’s a reason this person could be doing fieldwork at such an important location.

Previously showing decent acting skills, now his conversational adaptability is equally impressive.

Though perhaps not too strong, they should be the backbone under the Master?

Including the current warning, which could even be understood as "benevolence" at an extreme—

Even if "you know I know", a friendly reminder is best to be mindful of your conduct.

With such a significant discrepancy in levels, regardless of your intentions, the resultant causality could trouble these fragile lives.

Of course, that’s an extreme interpretation.

Given the current situation and even the ideology of the Rebirth Club, Fu Qian doesn’t believe this person risked losing their job merely due to unbearable compassion.

The main significance of the previous advice might more likely be to legitimize the interference.

Yes, the Master let him wander until nightfall originally could be considered a delaying tactic.

And the time gained, besides being used for clandestine plotting and preparation, held the significant potential for probing.

In fact, regarding this point, he has always been convenient.

Not only truly accepting the suggestion, coming to this crowded venue, but actively expanding the social circle with high-profile flair.

Overall, it can be said that the venue guard’s chosen entry point was decent, and his demeanor even quite high-handed.

Though most importantly, it’s still about his subsequent reactions.

"Makes sense..."

Fu Qian has always boasted himself as a reasonable person, and faced with a well-meaning reminder, he genuinely appeared to listen.

"Return the money!"

And after pondering for two seconds, he decisively looked at Jenny and the others, indicating a serious conclusion to this causality.

...

The two of you are in cahoots, aren’t you? Here to freeload?

At that moment, not only did the two involved feel it, but any bystander easily sparked a certain indignation within.

The entire prelude was laid out for you, and now in this coordinated act you want the money back, even under the guise of considering others?

"Then shouldn’t you... return my drink?"

In that moment, the bar was noticeably quieter, and Jenny seemed to finally understand the difficulties of being a businessperson.

Nearly deforming the shaker in her hand, after taking two deep breaths, she was still unwilling to let her labor’s value disappear unjustly.

"Wasn’t she treating?"

Indeed, it was a justifiable question, but unfortunately, Fu Qian seemed prepared, directly gesturing toward the Female Priestesses.

"...But that was only one cup."

As the latter nodded reflexively, Jenny chose to stand her ground.

"The cup that’s too sweet should be refunded."

Just a futile struggle, Fu Qian scoffed, indicating the account was settled correctly.

...

"Seemingly unnecessary?"

Seeing Jenny temporarily at a loss for words, the venue guard broke the silence next.

"Such exaggeration barely achieves the effect of cleanly severing ties with them. At least from my point of view, I’d still be quite happy to trouble them."

And he continued to maintain his persona, high-handedly advising Fu Qian.

"You’re teaching me how to do things?"

Unfortunately, playing the lavish Professor Fu today had him somewhat uninhibited, immediately snorting with an unfriendly expression.

"Why would that be—"

The venue guard remained calm, shaking his head indicating no intention of overstepping.

Unfortunately, as the head was halfway shaken, even the freedom was lost, gently pinched by a hand.

Thud!

In the sound of a heavy collision, his head was already pressed on the counter.

"Ah—"

"Don’t mess around!"

And successfully eliciting screams and shrieks.

"What’s wrong? Is there a rule against hitting someone in a bar?"

Fu Qian was quite certain he hadn’t damaged the counter, his tone seeming to think Jenny was overreacting.

"Not really, the Archipelago’s code of conduct just explicitly stated no splashing alcohol on someone’s face in such places."

Jenny’s expression was noticeably complex, Fu Qian even interpreted through it a desire to splash alcohol on his face.

"I see."

Fully understanding her emotions, in that moment he instead nodded thoughtfully, picking up the previously emptied glass from the side.

The pressure from his other hand was so heavy, even with the victim’s far superior physique, he was motionless.

And Fu Qian raised the glass all the way until aimed at his face, then slowly tilted it.

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