"By the way, big brother, what is the name of your Hall Master Chen?"
Zhang Ruolan asked in the aisle inside the hall.
The preparations were too hasty last night, and her father and the others all knew each other as Hall Master Chen, so she did not find out the specific name of Hall Master Chen.
"Our hall master's name is Chen Che."
Du Peng replied.
"What?"
Upon hearing this name, Zhang Ruolan was immediately stunned.
Chen Che?
She was very familiar with this name.
But it shouldn't be the same person.
That Chen Che was a failed scholar, but this one was a talented warrior. The two of them couldn't compete with each other.
"Maybe it's a homophone, I'm too nervous."
Zhang Ruolan comforted herself in her heart.
But no matter what, a shadow still cast over her heart, so that her pace slowed down a lot.
When she arrived not far from the entrance of the hall, she did not rush in, but took a look inside first.
With just one glance, she saw the young man sitting inside.
Although his clothes and demeanor were different from before, he was indeed the Chen Che she was familiar with!
In an instant, she was frozen in place as if struck by thunder!
"Why is it really him!
Isn't he a scholar?
How did you become the master of Langya Hall?"
Zhang Ruolan's face turned red and white.
All the polite words and carefully designed little actions that she had organized in her mind were completely forgotten at this moment.
Various memories about Chen Che from the past kept flooding into her mind, including those words she had used to humiliate Chen Che that day.
"what to do?"
Zhang Ruolan was in a state of confusion.
Not only did she humiliate Chen Che, she also spoke ill of Chen Che in front of her father, so much so that his father ordered her brother to sever ties with Chen Che.
Of course, my father didn't know Chen Che's name... He only knew that his brother had such a "bad friend".
If the leader of the Wolf Fang Hall that his father, Zhang, is now eager to make friends with, is the cunning friend he once forced his brother to sever ties with...
The father is not allowed to just kick her out of the house?
Zhang Ruolan's body trembled slightly.
She wanted to turn around and leave, but she just left. How would she explain to her father and clan elders when she went back?
So not to mention that she recognized Chen Che now, even if she learned that the master of Langya Hall was this Chen Che before she came, she still had to bite the bullet and come.
"What's wrong? Miss Zhang?"
Seeing Zhang Ruolan stopped in place, Du Peng said a little puzzled.
Zhang Ruolan's hand holding the gift box had nowhere to rest.
It doesn't matter if she goes in at this moment, or if she doesn't go in.
In desperation, she had some luck in her heart.
Since everyone from the Sirius Gang next to him had reported it, it meant that Chen Che should have guessed that it was her.
Since I guessed it was her, I haven't driven her away yet...
…
"Miss Zhang, what are you doing standing outside? Come in."
In the entrance of the hall, Chen Che, who heard the commotion outside, said with a smile.
Hearing this, Zhang Ruolan pulled up her hair and forced out a somewhat unnatural smile.
There was a faint hope in her heart.
What if Chen Che still has some feelings for her?
What if she could be forgiven?
After all, the two had a wonderful past.
Although the possibility was extremely low, she had no choice.
"Chen... Hall Master Chen, my father heard that you took over as the Hall Master of Langya Hall, so he specially asked me to come and give you some gifts..."
After Zhang Ruolan entered the hall, he bowed first and then took out the gift box.
After saying this, she closed her eyes and prepared herself for all kinds of humiliation.
Although she was lucky, she also understood that the greater possibility was humiliation.
Chen Che smiled calmly.
"Miss Zhang, there is no need to be so nervous. We are old friends. Although there are some misunderstandings, I won't eat you."
After saying that, he looked at Du Peng.
Du Peng understood immediately, walked up to Zhang Ruolan, took the gift box and put it aside.
"Mr. Chen...I..."
Hearing Chen Che call herself an old friend, Zhang Ruolan's tone softened instantly, and her eyes became mist-filled.
She wanted to apologize and try to save something.
She felt there might be a chance.
Maybe Chen Che would misunderstand what she said back then as an outburst of anger?
Maybe it just got passed by?
But before she could continue, Lin Wan's maid Xiaohuan next to her suddenly said: "Miss Zhang, I advise you to stop having some thoughts as soon as possible. You must know that Mr. Chen just rejected even my young lady.
Woolen cloth."
Upon hearing this, Zhang Ruolan looked at Lin Wan, who was sitting next to Chen Che.
Of course she knew Lin Wan.
In terms of family background, appearance, and talent, they are all above her.
Moreover, Lin Wan is the granddaughter of the Lin family. In comparison, she is only the second daughter of the Zhang family, and her status in the family is also quite different.
Facing Lin Wan, she felt a little inferior inside.
"Xiaohuan, don't talk nonsense.
I heard that Miss Zhang is close to Luo Xiong of the Black Tiger Gang, how could she have any thoughts about Mr. Chen?"
Lin Wan had a gentle tone and looked considerate.
"That's right, Miss Zhang doesn't seem like the kind of person who would always give up."
Xiaohuan glanced sideways at Zhang Ruolan and agreed.
Zhang Ruolan's face instantly turned pale when she heard this.
The small fire that was originally ignited in my heart was instantly extinguished as if a large bucket of cold water had been poured on it.
She knew very well that some things could be smoothed over, but some things clearly couldn't.
Ever since she got into Luo Xiong's carriage in front of Chen Che, the two of them were no longer possible.
Chen Che had a headache when he saw that Xiao Huan wanted to taunt him with a gun and a stick.
Although Zhang Ruolan once said harsh words to him, this woman cannot be entirely blamed.
After all, following the crowd is the way for a big family to survive.
He was not interested in humiliating this woman here, as that would seem too mean-spirited.
Not to mention that they came with gifts.
"Miss Zhang, I have received the Zhang family's wishes. If there is nothing else, you can go back first.
By the way, I haven't seen Brother Zhang for some time.
Please give me a message, just say that if you have time, I would like to get together with him."
Chen Che's tone was normal, as if he was talking to an ordinary old friend.
Zhang Ruolan felt a sense of sadness in her heart when she heard this, and could only respond: "Okay...I will definitely bring what Hall Master Chen said to my brother."
After saying that, she gave a slight salute to Chen Che, then turned around and left alone.
As a result, as soon as she walked out of the door, the voice of the little maid next to Lin Wan came from behind.
"Mr. Chen, I heard that Miss Zhang had a very good relationship with you before, but later she alienated you because you failed the exam.
Now that I know that you have become the master of Langya Hall, you have come back shamelessly.
Mr. Chen, you are easy to talk to, but you just let her go. If it were me... humph!"
"Xiaohuan, do you think Mr. Chen is as narrow-minded as you?"
"You have checked clearly enough."
"Uh, Mr. Chen, don't get me wrong.
I was afraid that you had a sweetheart...so I did a little research, but there was no other meaning."
"Yes, yes, this also shows that our Lin family attaches great importance to this matter, unlike some people...
Also, Mr. Chen, if you regret it, you must say so directly. The dowry from the three pharmacies still counts.
And besides the drug store, there are many other things!”
"..."
…
Listening to these conversations, Zhang Ruolan felt extremely ashamed.
To be honest, if Chen Che had humiliated her so hard just now, she would feel better.
But Chen Che not only didn't, but also helped her out.
In addition, Chen Che also specifically mentioned his brother.
At first, Chen Che was a poor scholar. She could say that she only made friends with her brother for money.
But now he has become a popular and talented warrior in Stone Fire City... but he still has not forgotten his brother as a friend.
This can only show that Chen Che is indeed a person who values friendship and loyalty.
The more she thought about it, the more uncomfortable she felt.
At this moment, Chen Che's broad-mindedness and friendship and Luo Xiong's violence formed a sharp contrast in her mind.
Recalling the time they spent studying together in the past, she suddenly realized that she seemed really happy during that time.
What a wonderful person...
But why later...
If she could be like her brother back then, if she could pay more attention, then now...
Just as she was walking out of the hall with her thoughts full of thoughts, a middle-aged man with a stern face suddenly appeared next to her.
"Miss Zhang, right?"
When Zhang Ruolan heard this, she raised her head in confusion.
The middle-aged man sneered when he saw this.
"Oh, my young lady told you not to appear in front of Mr. Chen in the future. If not, don't blame me, the Lin family, for being rude to you."
After saying these words, the middle-aged man disappeared in an instant like a ghost, leaving Zhang Ruolan standing there stunned and at a loss.
…
Inside the hall, Lin Wan looked in the direction outside the hall and smiled slyly.
Presumably the masters in the clan have warned Zhang Ruolan now, right?
In fact, not only Zhang Ruolan, but also the girls from other families were warned by her.
There is no way, even if Chen Che joins the Jishi Alliance, he can only protect one family at most.
He can't say anything to others after joining the Jishi Alliance. For my sake, let the Lin family, Zhang family, Li family, Wang family...
That's not realistic.
So strictly speaking, the Lin family is in competition with other families.
Because of this, although this kind of thing is unethical, she must do it.
"Mr. Chen, I'll take my leave then. Don't forget our agreement."
Lin Wan stood up and saluted Chen Che, then smiled slightly and led the maid out of the door.
After everyone left, Chen Che sat on a chair and wiped his sweat.
No matter what, I finally managed to deal with these women.
Next, it’s time to count how many gifts we received this time.