Invincible Little School Doctor Chapter 1999: 1999: Never Say No to a Freebie

Upon hearing Ye Haochuan's words, Yan Meng broke into a cold sweat, hastily explaining, "No, Great Hero, this lady is merely the top courtesan I hired from Fenghua, not a proper lady!"

With that said, he quickly gestured to the lady, urging her to step forward and clarify the situation.

Yan Meng had every reason to be startled; Ye Haochuan had previously warned him that any further misbehavior would result in the withholding of the antidote.

Although the lady did not understand the source of Yan Meng's fear towards Ye Haochuan, her upbringing from childhood in reading people meant she knew precisely what to say.

"This... Great Hero, you are indeed mistaken. Young Master Meng hired me solely for entertainment!" she spoke, offering Ye Haochuan a slight bow. Yet, as her eyes met Ye Haochuan's, a subtle glint of appraisal could be detected.

Ye Haochuan's attire and cultivation level did not quite align with the title of "Great Hero." However, since Yan Meng had addressed him as such, the lady saw no alternative but to follow suit.

Ye Haochuan finally offered a faint smile and remarked to Yan Meng, "That's right, isn't it? When you require company, you should seek out a professional like her—gentle and sweet, proficient in every aspect, wouldn't you agree?"

Yan Meng felt bewildered by Ye Haochuan's sudden shift in demeanor and could only manage a strained smile.

Nevertheless, he exhaled a sigh of relief. At the very least, he had not incurred Ye Haochuan's displeasure, and consequently, his antidote would not be revoked.

However, the lady's expression shifted slightly upon hearing the phrase "proficient in every aspect," and she coquettishly rolled her eyes at Ye Haochuan.

Witnessing this, Yan Meng seemed to have an idea and pushed the lady towards Ye Haochuan, stating, "Great Hero, if you fancy her, she is yours now. I shall arrange to purchase her freedom for you!"

Oh dear, what do you take me for?

Ye Haochuan chuckled bitterly in his mind.

Meanwhile, he couldn't help but scrutinize the lady once more.

She possessed an elegant bearing, with a delightfully plump figure that was perfectly proportioned, exuding an irresistible allure.

She indeed appeared to be the renowned top courtesan of Fenghua Pavilion, as the street gossip had suggested earlier. Her presence was undeniably extraordinary.

Still, in comparison to a supreme beauty like Long Keyue, she seemed to fall slightly short.

Ye Haochuan gave a slight smile and replied, "No need, Young Master Meng; you should keep her for yourself. Hopefully, with such a delightful companion, you can curb that aberrant inclination of yours!"

At these words, everyone around stared at Ye Haochuan with expressions of astonishment.

To openly label someone as aberrant in such a public setting—wasn't that excessively cruel?

Yet, to Yan Meng's ears, these words sounded like a stroke of good fortune. At the very least, it indicated Ye Haochuan's satisfaction with his current conduct, suggesting that the antidote issue would likely be resolved without complication.

Moreover, in these recent days, after forsaking those cruder methods and calmly embracing experiences, while it lacked the former exhilaration, there was a subtle, harmonious balance that proved endlessly captivating.

"By the way, Great Hero, you are staying at the inn, correct?" Yan Meng inquired flatteringly, then commanded the attendant behind him, "Quickly, settle the room fees for the Great Hero. Irrespective of his duration of stay, put it on my account!"

Before the attendant could acknowledge the order, a pained voice interjected, "What are you saying, Young Master Meng? How could I possibly accept your money? This Great Hero's lodging expenses are on me!"

All eyes turned towards the source of the voice, revealing the innkeeper still held captive by the guard commander, enduring occasional blows.

The innkeeper's face was now grotesquely swollen, resembling a pig's head, making it difficult to look upon. Fortunately, the guard commander had exercised restraint, not intending to deliver a fatal blow, so despite the frightening appearance, the injuries were not critical.

"There is no need, Young Master Meng. I am not here to stay but to check out!" Ye Haochuan replied with a smile. "However, I was unaware that the lodging here was so exorbitant; a mere two days cost nine hundred red crystals!"

"Nine hundred red crystals?" Yan Meng's brow furrowed slightly.

At this juncture, one of his attendants whispered into his ear, "Young Master, the premium room is only one hundred red crystals per night; the innkeeper is drastically overcharging!"

The innkeeper's face turned a ghastly shade of green upon hearing this, and he quickly prostrated himself, pleading for mercy, "Spare me, Young Master Meng; I must have been under some delusion to engage in such egregious behavior. Please forgive me!"

Ordinarily, Yan Meng would not have concerned himself with such petty affairs, as it was not his wealth being defrauded. However, perceiving an opportunity to curry favor with Ye Haochuan, he refused to let it pass.

Adopting a stern demeanor, he rebuked the innkeeper forcefully, "You scoundrel! Operating a deceitful establishment and betraying my trust. If left unchecked, who knows how many innocent individuals would fall prey to your fraudulent schemes!"

"Spare me, Young Master Meng, show me mercy!" The innkeeper made one final, desperate plea.

However, Yan Meng paid no heed, directly commanding his men. "Imprison this man for twenty years so he can reflect on his transgressions. This inn shall be transferred to the Great Hero as compensation!"

With unwavering righteousness, Yan Meng bestowed the inn upon Ye Haochuan. Since the property was never his to begin with, he had no hesitation in giving it away.

For the innkeeper, it felt as though the heavens had caved in, instantly extinguishing all hope as he collapsed onto the ground in utter despair.

As the son of the County Marquis, Yan Meng's decrees carried immense weight within Mushan County, almost akin to imperial pronouncements.

He had never fathoped that attempting to swindle Ye Haochuan would result in the complete loss of everything he possessed.

A twenty-year imprisonment coupled with the confiscation of all assets appeared excessively severe. Nevertheless, Ye Haochuan harbored no intention of interceding for the innkeeper. A dishonest businessman, after all, must be prepared to face dire consequences.

Surely, those who, much like Ye Haochuan, had been wronged by the innkeeper and found themselves without remedy would be reveling in triumph.

As for the inn itself, it was better to possess it than not. Ye Haochuan found himself in need of more properties within the Immortal Realm. While this establishment wouldn't make him an overnight magnate, it represented a source of income and a foundational step for his endeavors in the Immortal Realm.

"Very well, thank you kindly, Young Master Meng!" Ye Haochuan responded with a smile, accepting the inn with a few simple words.

Yan Meng was visibly pleased that Ye Haochuan had accepted his bestowed gift.

Ye Haochuan had little else to convey to Yan Meng, save for a word of encouragement to maintain his virtuous conduct. Yan Meng pledged to frequent the establishment and lend his support to Ye Haochuan's burgeoning business.

After a brief exchange of pleasantries, Ye Haochuan politely dismissed Yan Meng.

Nevertheless, he soon encountered another perplexing predicament.

He now owned the inn but could neither personally manage it nor entrust it to any reliable individuals for its oversight, a rather inconvenient turn of events.

"That's right, that fellow!" Ye Haochuan's thoughts suddenly alighted on a particular individual, and his face brightened with a spark of joy.

He summoned the Shop Assistant, instructing him to locate this specific person.

The Shop Assistant, initially uncertain whether Ye Haochuan might dismiss him due to past grievances, now eagerly embraced the task upon receiving Ye Haochuan's command and realizing he was not being held accountable. With a heart full of relief, he hurried off with great enthusiasm.