High-class maid

The waiter gave him a suspicious look, but wisely didn't ask any further questions.

Jiang Huang didn't wait for the waiter to show him the way and sat down opposite Shen Xing'er on his own.

"What a coincidence, young lady, Uncle and Aunt, you're here too." Jiang Huang waved to Shen Xing'er and said casually.

Shen Xing'er didn't even glance at Jiang Huang. Wang Shi was about to angrily berate him, but Shen Kun held her hand and said to Jiang Huang...

“Young master, since you always mention the name of the Xiao family when you are out in public, and your every move is being pointed out by outsiders, please be more discreet. Don’t let someone with ulterior motives report this to our master, and cause your mother to lose her job as well. Our Xiao family does not have anyone who acts so arrogantly.”

"You, you." Jiang Huang was furious, clearly not expecting to be humiliated like this, but remembering Shen Kun's words, he dared not say anything more.

"Alright, Dad, Mom, let's eat quickly. Don't let trivial people ruin your mood," Shen Xing'er advised.

Just as everything was peaceful inside the restaurant and everyone was enjoying their meal, a fight broke out outside.

"Hmph, I've already escaped all the way here, and you're still chasing me relentlessly. You really value me, huh? Kill them!" A rough voice rang out.

Then came the sounds of various weapons clashing together. It was clear that the people fighting had gathered outside the restaurant.

Everyone in the restaurant panicked. Jiang Huang, in particular, was trembling as he peered out the window, unsure whether to leave or stay.

Song Wenyang subconsciously wanted to protect Shen Xing'er, but remembering that her parents were still alive, he suppressed the thought and glanced at her from time to time to confirm her safety.

While the fighting raged outside, the people inside the restaurant were equally anxious. Just as everyone was at a loss, the door was kicked open, and Shen Kun instantly embraced his wife and daughter. Song Wenyang also secretly went to check if Shen Xing'er was alright.

A group of men in black entered, clearly the defeated side. Some were clutching their chests, others had blood seeping from their arms, and the stench of blood instantly filled the entire hall.

After the leader entered, he immediately ordered his men to close the doors and windows. Then he turned to the people in the restaurant and said, "Everyone, please sit down and don't cause any trouble. We will not harm innocent people."

Shen Xing'er breathed a sigh of relief; it seemed that the one who came in wasn't a villain.

"Listen up, you people inside! I, Duan Laohu, don't want to kill innocent people indiscriminately. As long as you come out obediently, I'll guarantee the safety of everyone in the restaurant. Otherwise, I'll burn this place down!"

A chorus of gasps of surprise rose and fell in the restaurant. After exchanging a glance with Shen Kun, Wang Shi whispered, "So this is the infamous Duan Tiger." Shen Kun nodded, not in the mood to reply, his mind preoccupied with how to escape.

"Hmph, whether we go out or not, you will still indiscriminately kill innocent people. Aren't there enough civilians who have died by your blade?" said the leader inside the house.

"Very well, it seems there is no place for me, Duan Laohu, in this Great Qin. Today, anyone who has seen my face will be killed without mercy!" Duan Laohu's vicious voice rang out.

Then, the door was kicked open, and all the acquaintances in the restaurant crowded together, as if that would provide them with warmth.

"Brother Song! You're here today too?" Shen Xing'er asked with a mixture of surprise and worry as she looked at Song Wenyang who had come to stand before her.

Song Wenyang nodded, relieved to see that she wasn't afraid. He then clasped his hands in a fist salute to Wang Shi and Shen Kun, saying, "Uncle and Aunt."

"Young Master Song? You're here today too. I didn't see you earlier?" Madam Wang asked.

"I had nothing to do today and wanted to get some fresh air. Seeing your family of three enjoying themselves so happily, I was afraid of disturbing your enjoyment, so I didn't greet you. Please forgive me."

"No, no, I'm just a commoner, how could I possibly accept Young Master Song's apology?" Shen Kun said.

Their conversation was quickly interrupted, and all that could be heard was Duan Laohu talking to the man who had just been defeated.

"We underestimated you today. We never imagined that we, the people of the imperial court who practice martial arts, would be no match for you mountain bandits."

"Hmph, you bunch of punks, all you do is talk the talk. When you actually face the enemy, you'll probably run away faster than anyone else."

"Hahaha." After Duan Laohu finished speaking, his men laughed unrestrainedly.

The court official, unwilling to engage in a verbal argument with him, said, "We have lost. We entrust our lives to you and do as you please. However, the common people are innocent, so please release them."

"I also want to release them. But if I release them, will your court stop hunting me down? Will releasing them atone for my past crimes? Either way, we're irreconcilable enemies. So, might as well kill them all!"

At this moment, the girl who had been playing the pipa earlier started crying in fright. Duan Laohu ordered his men to pull her out of the crowd and said...

"Girl, don't look for me after you die. Remember, it was our emperor who killed you. I was forced into it!" After saying that, he was about to kill the girl.

"Stop!" Song Wenyang's voice and the Second Prince's voice from outside the door rang out at the same time. Then, an arrow was shot over, and Duan Laohu's knife fell to the ground with a thud.

The girl collapsed to the ground as if she had lost her soul. Shen Xing'er seized the opportunity and pulled her over.

At this moment, the Second Prince and his men arrived, surrounding the small restaurant. The Second Prince looked at Duan Laohu and said...

"Surrender now and I'll spare your life; otherwise, your brothers will die with you."

"Hahaha, you little thief, you think you can catch me? You're still too green." After saying that, Duan Laohu whistled, and his men actually threw a landmine on the restaurant.

At the critical moment, Song Wenyang held Shen Xing'er in his arms. His broad arms, warm embrace, and heavy cloak enveloped Shen Xing'er, making her feel warm and safe.

As the landmine exploded, a hole quickly appeared in the restaurant. Duan Laohu and his men all crawled into the hole and began swimming down the river.

"I won't let you get away! Chase after him! Everyone, chase after him!" The Second Prince, who had been accidentally injured by a grenade, shouted angrily, clutching his chest.

His men all jumped into the river to search for the tiger.

After hearing that the person had left, Shen Xing'er nudged Song Wenyang and said, "Brother Song? The person is gone."

But Song Wenyang didn't move. Shen Xing'er pushed him again, but he still maintained the same posture. Shen Xing'er panicked and crawled out from the side. She saw that Song Wenyang's eyes were tightly closed.

Her hands trembled as she tried to call for her parents' help, but found many people lying on the ground, all injured by grenades. Wang Shi and Shen Kun also collapsed to the ground.

She used all her strength to gently stroke Song Wenyang, and then laid him down on the ground.

Shen Xing'er felt like the sky had fallen. She couldn't even remember how she got back to the inn; all she could think about was Song Wenyang's pale face.

"Father, Mother, please drink your medicine quickly." Shen Xing'er came into Shen Kun and Wang Shi's room, placed the medicine in front of their beds, and then helped them up.