Chương 114: Plum Garden Mountain Villa

Hundred Victories Casino, outside the door.

"The people have all left, what are you still staring at, you brat? You truly don't know the meaning of shame!" Seeing Song Que's group far away, yet his precious daughter still gazing after them with longing eyes, Old Tie felt a sour, uncomfortable sensation in his heart and roared loudly.

"Hmph! Why are you shouting at me, old man? Is there anything wrong with taking a look? Who dares to say anything about it?" Looking at the Golden Snake Gang members bowing their heads around them, Tie Yuniang raised her chin arrogantly.

"You... you! You've thrown all the Tie family's face away! It's all because your mother doesn't know how to raise you! Today I must go back and discipline you both! Is there no sense of decency left?!" Old Tie was furious.

"You even dare to scold Mother! Old man, just you wait! Hmph, I'm ignoring you!" The little wench didn't fear her father. She immediately reverted to her sassy, sharp-tongued nature, snorted coldly, and arrogantly led her bodyguards away—not forgetting to threaten him back.

"You... you... You'll be the death of me!"

"What are you looking at?! Don't you have work to do?! No bonuses for anyone this month! A bunch of people who fail more than they succeed!" With no place to vent his anger, Tie Feilong grumbled a few times before storming off in a rage. The gang members... Who did I offend? Who did I provoke? Perhaps I'm dying because I know too much.... On the way back, Song Que didn't forget to express his gratitude to Wu Tian and his group for their help:"Uncle, thank you for coming to my rescue today."

Old Wu nodded:"Nephew Song, you are one of the most gifted people I have ever met. But in the future, you must not act on impulse! Sometimes, being able to endure for a moment will lead to a vast sky and sea (i. e., a wider path). You are still young; there is no need to rush!" If Old Wu knew his true strength, he probably wouldn't have been so worried today. But Song Que knew these words were genuine, heartfelt concern, so he hurriedly nodded and accepted them earnestly:"Thank you for the reminder, Uncle.

I will keep it in mind!" Seeing his respectful acceptance of the advice, Wu Tian's heart felt at ease. After a few more words of instruction, they parted ways. Casually noticing his son beside him looking like he was constipated and struggling to speak, Old Wu asked suspiciously:"Brat, don't tell me you caused trouble again, did you?"

"How could that be, Father? Nothing happened!" He knew his son's personality better than anyone. Seeing him avoiding eye contact, Old Wu roared angrily:"Speak!" Looking guiltily at his old man, Wu Fan stuttered as he recounted the story from start to finish:"Don't get angry, Father. I think I might have offended that kid Song Que again today..." His hand raised, intending to slap his son, Old Wu held back and sighed in silence. Truly, I don't know where he gets his sense of superiority from!

Even I, with my power and influence, have to be cautious in how I conduct myself. Sigh...... On the way back, Song Que cupped his hands to the Guan family brothers:"Brother Guan, Brother Guan Ping, thank you for today!" Guan Wu waved his hand indifferently, while Guan Ping awkwardly scratched his head:"Boss, it was all our poor management that caused you trouble."

"Haha, one trip and 10, 000 taels are in my pocket! I wouldn't mind being 'troubled' a few more times!" Seeing his still-guilt-ridden expression, Song Que teased. Sure enough, hearing this, the image of a room full of gold and silver flashed through both their minds, and Guan Wu couldn't help but look envious.

"Young Master Song, you are truly amazing! I don't know if I'll ever earn that much money in my life! But it's also because you have the skill. If it were me, I wouldn't dare go try to take that money. From now on, I'm afraid every casino in the city will treat you like a plague, and won't let you step inside to gamble easily." This tale has been unlawfully lifted without the author's consent. Report any appearances on Amazon.

"Haha, then I won't go anymore. The money is enough for me to spend for a long time." Before setting out, Grandee Song had already considered the consequences. After all, as his physique grew more and more stalwart and tall, no matter how carefully he disguised himself, he would eventually be suspected. Since that was the case, it was better to make one massive haul like this and then retire from the scene. Today's matter with Old He also served as a secret warning.

There is always someone better, and a mountain higher than the one you stand on. He was a novice in the technical aspects. If he continued to indulge in this department, someone would eventually make him taste bitterness. Bidding farewell to the two, Song Que returned home and was immediately caught and questioned by a 'hot-news-alert' Zhong Hong. Only after telling him, Li Xin, and the others the full story was Grandee Song finally released to his room to rest in peace.

That day, word spread throughout Qinghe County that a 'God of Gamblers' had descended! With an invincible aura, he had effortlessly swept 10, 000 taels of silver from the Hundred Victories Casino. With many witnesses, the story was undoubtedly true. The name 'Song Que, the God of Gamblers' became something that local gamblers frequently whispered to pray for luck. The casinos also began to suspect him, but without evidence—and the fact that he won the money fair and square—they didn't dare act too rashly.

It was just that from then on, every casino, big and small, placed Song Que's name on their 'Most Unwelcome' blacklist. They absolutely refused to accept any bets from him.... Early morning. Today was the appointed day for the manor handover. Having prepared thoroughly, Song Que and the others were happily preparing their gear outside the house. In reality, it was only Song Que, Xiong Ba, and Zhong Hong moving; the others wouldn't be moving there to live. Aunt Li would remain here to run her business.

Er'ya and Li Xin, naturally, would stay to keep her company. Pockmark Luo, Shitou, Fan Yang, and Jing Lin—Brother Hong's four henchmen—had already been sent to manage the branch congee stalls. The locations Zhong Hong had selected were all independent houses; they were more than enough for their staff. Everyone was happy about this. Knowing they couldn't help Song Que much in the future, they were extremely satisfied to have obtained such a lucrative job.

Looking at Aunt Li's income, and thinking they would be getting a share of that, the group was filled with anticipation for the future.... The congee business was temporarily postponed today. Looking at the two horse-drawn carriages packed with luggage, the two magnificent Black Dragon Horses, and the exotic pets in front of the Song residence, passersby couldn't help but stop and watch. Not far away, Zhan Xiaoxiao couldn't resist her curiosity.

Unable to resist her love for the Husky, Mengmeng, and Wukong, she abandoned her bun-selling duties and ran over to ask:"Little Brother Song Que, are these your pets?"

"Ah, is that you, Sister Xiaoxiao? Yes, this wolf is named Husky; the Fire Fox on the carriage is Mengmeng; and this is Wukong." She wanted to step forward to examine Mengmeng closely, but the fox bared its teeth and raised its claws in warning, causing the slightly timid Xiaoxiao to flinch and redirect her focus toward the other two.

"Little Song, can I pet them?"

"Of course! Aside from that lazy fox, the others are very friendly. Please, help yourself, Sister Xiaoxiao." Xiaoxiao was overjoyed. She immediately dove in, hugging the handsome Husky and rubbing its soft fur, closing her eyes in bliss. Lord Husky was very cooperative, allowing her to pet him to her heart's content. After hugging the Husky and turning to play with Wukong, Xiaoxiao finally noticed Song Que's group packing up and asked curiously:"Little Brother Song, are you moving?"

Glancing not far away at Old Zhan, who was eyeing them suspiciously, Grandee Song teased:"Yes. Your father stares at me every day. It scares me so much I don't dare go out on the street, so I have no choice but to pack up and leave!"

"How can you say that!" Xiaoxiao wanted to refute it, but thinking of her father's stubbornness, she blushed and lowered her head:"My father is actually a good person; he's just afraid others will bully me, so he puts on that act. Don't take it to heart." Hmph. Mother of God, ears like a bat! Why aren't you busy selling buns instead of listening in on us? And snorting so loudly, are you trying to let the whole village know you have a sore throat?

Grandee Song didn't bother responding, rolled his eyes, and went back to packing. Before long, everything was finished, and he climbed into the carriage. Xiaoxiao was incredibly reluctant to let go of the two animals. If she had known Song Que's house had such cute pets, she wouldn't have cared what her father said and would have come over to visit them with Aunt Li and Er'ya every day.

"Goodbye, Sister Xiaoxiao!"

"Auntie, Er'ya, take care of yourselves! I'll come back to visit every now and then."

"Big Brother, I don't want you to leave, waaaa!" At the moment of parting, Er'ya couldn't hold back and cried loudly. Song Que rubbed her head with a smile:"Why cry? We're only moving to the outskirts; it's very close! Whenever you want, just tell Li Xin to take you; it only takes a few minutes by carriage." Hearing this, Er'ya finally stopped crying. Handing her over to Aunt Li, Song Que and Zhong Hong waved goodbye and immediately set off, leaving the location for Aunt Li to continue her business....

Plum Garden Mountain Villa. This place previously belonged to Young Master Xu, specifically for him to vacation and invite friends to enjoy the plum blossoms, drink, and chat. Now that the title had transferred to Song Que, he was too lazy to rename it and continued using the existing name. At this moment, the Plum Garden was incredibly desolate. Xu Shisheng had likely intended to spite Grandee Song—every useful item inside the house had been stripped clean, leaving only garbage and scraps.

The staff remaining were only four people—all old men and women—responsible for guarding and cleaning. Not caring much about these things, Song Que just silently noted it in his 'ledger of grudges' before setting to work cleaning with Zhong Hong and Li Xin. The pets, meanwhile, were like wild horses unbridled, running all over the place. He had observed this manor several times through 'Lightning' and felt it was excellent. Now, seeing it with his own eyes, Song Que and his group were extremely satisfied.

It was spacious, airy, elegant, and quiet, close to the mountains and forests—especially only ten miles away from the Black Iron Stronghold. As for safety? With Grandee Song there, what difference did it make whether they were in Qinghe County or outside it? If he couldn't hold a situation, hiding in the city wouldn't help him anyway. They could move in simply by bringing their belongings. They didn't bother with a housewarming party.

After Song Que assigned the rooms, he sent Brother Hong and the others away, only instructing him to consider recruiting a few more servants. Zhong Hong still had plenty to do, so he immediately took Li Xin, mounted their horses, and returned to the city. Grandee Song, left alone, wandered around the grounds to inspect his territory. The wild mountain ridge was naturally desolate and quiet, which delighted him. The more 'business' he had to attend to, the more convenient it was.

After a casual inspection, Song Que returned to his room to cultivate in peace.