Chapter 9: Young Master Is Mighty

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Chapter 9: Young Master Is Mighty

Mu Yanxiao heard someone openly coveting his parrot right in front of him. His expression barely changed, but in his heart, he instantly thought of a dozen ways to make those people regret it.

Mu Yanxiao sat on the sofa with his eyes closed, looking completely relaxed as Mu Four set down the tea. His calm and composed demeanor instantly intimidated several of the salesmen. Meanwhile, the female shopping guide wisely stepped aside. Situations like this, where two rich people clashed over something they wanted, happened practically every few days at the International Mall.

At first, salesmen, shopping guides, and even department managers would step in to mediate and smooth things over. But after enough of those peacemakers ended up becoming the victims of the losers’ frustration, the staff at the International Mall came to a unanimous conclusion: this was not a situation ordinary people should get involved in. It was better to leave the two parties to settle things themselves. After all, the rich would pay for any damages afterward.

So when Zhou Yue brought his younger sister, Zhou Shanshan, to the resting area of the “Love to Dote” pet store, only Mu Yanxiao and Mu Four were there, calm and unhurried, as if they hadn’t noticed the siblings’ arrogance at all.

“Handsome brother, your parrot is so clever and cute! Shanshan really, really likes him. Brother, can you give him to Shanshan?”

It was not Zhou Yue, the older brother, who spoke first, but Zhou Shanshan. The Zhou Family was one of the three major powers in City A’s catering industry. Although they did not rank among the top twenty families in City A, they were still considered a prominent family.

In addition, some branches of the Zhou Family’s business had been doing increasingly well recently. As members of the Zhou Family’s younger generation, Zhou Yue and Zhou Shanshan had naturally grown somewhat arrogant.

However, most wealthy second-generation heirs were quite good at reading people and knowing when to back down, unless they were inherently malicious or their families deliberately raised them to be fools. Moreover, City A was one of the most important cities in the country, where influential figures could be found anywhere, so the younger generation was constantly warned to keep their eyes open.

So, despite how arrogant Zhou Yue and Zhou Shanshan had sounded at first, the moment they approached and saw Mu Yanxiao’s bearing and presence, they hesitated. Seventy percent of their arrogance vanished immediately. Although he was dressed casually in sportswear and gold-rimmed glasses, every movement carried a chilly air, and they could tell at a glance that he was not someone to be trifled with.

Not to mention Mu Four standing beside him, who looked like some combination of a bodyguard, secretary, and servant.

So Zhou Shanshan immediately switched to a coquettish approach. She was twenty-five this year, already at an age when she could start looking for a suitable husband. Although there was still a faint chill surrounding Mu Yanxiao, he was not wearing formal clothes today and even had glasses on. Boss Mu’s intimidating presence was concealed by at least sixty percent. As a result, he had gone from “Stay away, strangers” to “Handsome, wealthy, icy older brother, please come here so I can pounce on you.”

Mu Yanxiao raised his eyebrows slightly at this. These people were not as stupid as he had thought. But did they really think he was deaf? Had they forgotten all the noise they had made just now?

“Mu Four.”

Mu Yanxiao decided that those two idiots were not even worthy of his attention.

Mu Four immediately understood. He was also wearing silver-rimmed glasses to match his boss today. Upon hearing the order, he pushed up his glasses and smiled at the two stiff-faced siblings. “Hello, Young Master Zhou and Young Lady Zhou. How is Elder Zhou’s health? I heard he recently had another bronchial attack. Are you here to buy some precious Chinese medicine for him? If so, you’ve come to the wrong place. Turn left and go up to the fourth floor. That’s where the precious Chinese medicinal herbs are sold. Haha, would you like me to find a salesperson to show you the way?”

Zhou Yue and Zhou Shanshan, “…” If we leave, are you just going to ignore us even more?!

Zhou Shanshan had been spoiled since childhood, so her expression immediately darkened. “Who are you to speak to me like that? Do you think you can mention my grandfather however you please? Do you think you can treat me this way just because I showed you some respect? Ugh, Brother?”

At that moment, Zhou Yue grabbed Zhou Shanshan by the arm. His grip was so tight that she cried out, “Lighter!”

“…My apologies. My younger sister and I were not very sensible just now and offended your assistant. As for the parrot, my sister only wanted him because she liked him. I apologize for that as well. Please let me make it up to you. Everything you purchase here today will be paid for by me. I only hope you won’t take this to heart.”

Zhou Yue’s expression had become respectful, and there was a hint of nervousness in his serious tone. Zhou Shanshan, who had been feeling resentful, was immediately frightened by her brother’s reaction. After thinking it over, she hurriedly lowered her head as well. “I’m sorry, Brother. I really do think that parrot is wonderful, but now that I think about it, you must be reluctant to give up something so cute. Shanshan was being impulsive. Brother, please don’t be angry.”

Their sudden change in attitude made Mu Yanxiao raise his eyebrows for the second time. This time, he looked at Zhou Yue. “You recognize me?”

Cold sweat was already trickling down Zhou Yue’s face as he screamed inwardly: Of course I do! The most notorious, ruthless, and powerful boss in City A, rumored to have connections with the Mafia across Europe, and a man who even has to be treated with caution when it comes to arms dealings… How could I not know him?! Every rich heir in City A, not to mention those in City B and City C, knows you! If you weren’t wearing sportswear and glasses and carrying a parrot today, would this Young Master really have failed to recognize you until now?!

“Yes. I was fortunate enough to meet Young Master Mu at a banquet once.”

Mu Yanxiao nodded. “You’re not completely stupid.”

Zhou Yue was overjoyed. Damn! Young Master Mu just praised me! When I get home, I’m going to brag about this to Father and Grandfather until they’re thrilled to death and make all those other rich heirs green with envy!

“Tch. At least the Zhou Family won’t be ruined in your generation. What a pity.”

Zhou Yue, “…” He had heard that Young Master Mu was exceptionally ruthless. Seeing him today, it seemed the rumors were true.

“Alright. If there’s nothing else, leave. Don’t waste the air around me.”

Mu Yanxiao waved a hand, and Zhou Yue finally breathed a sigh of relief. Just as he was about to leave, he suddenly heard a slightly hoarse but not unpleasant voice. “Junior, don’t go! Leave some toll money behind!”

Zhou Yue froze, while the corners of Mu Yanxiao’s mouth immediately lifted.

Zhou Yue stared in disbelief as the parrot flew over and circled around him, repeatedly squawking, “Leave some toll money behind!” He was at a complete loss. What the hell? This Young Master already offered to pay for everything you bought today, and you still want a toll?

He could only look helplessly at Mu Yanxiao, but Young Master Mu was still sitting there with his eyes closed. Zhou Yue then turned to Mu Four.

Mu Four coughed and carefully asked Lin You, “What kind of toll do you want?”

Lin You the parrot thought for a moment. “A golden card for free meals! Put it in my little bag!”

Zhou Yue was practically dumbfounded. “…” Since when do parrots know about golden cards?! And what’s that little bag hanging around his neck? If I’m not mistaken, there’s something inside that looks like a card. Don’t tell me it’s actually what I think it is?!

“Ahem, Young Master Zhou, you see?” Mu Four prompted him before he could remain stunned for too long.

Zhou Yue looked stiffly at Mu Four, then nodded. He pulled a silver card with an embossed design from his wallet. Before he could hand it to Mu Four, Lin You swooped over and snatched it away. Zhou Yue then watched in astonishment as the parrot flew back to Mu Yanxiao, landed on his leg, and placed the card in his hand. The cold, ruthless, and domineering Young Master Mu from all the rumors gently tucked the card into the pale yellow little bag.

“…This is my bearer card. You can use it to eat at any of my family’s restaurants without paying.” Zhou Yue’s voice was somewhat unsteady. He really couldn’t understand it. Since when did parrots become this amazing? His intelligence is practically off the charts!

Afterward, Zhou Yue and Zhou Shanshan were finally able to leave. But just as they were about to go, they heard someone call out from behind them. The moment Zhou Yue heard that voice, he nearly cursed under his breath.

“Hey, Big Zhou! You’re here with your sister for a stroll? What a coincidence! Why don’t we have lunch together? My mom happens to want to find some time to talk to your aunt about something.”

The voice was even more familiar to Mu Yanxiao, while Lin You the parrot’s expression immediately darkened. How could they run into Chen Yuhe at the mall?

Lin You sighed and whispered into Mu Yanxiao’s ear, “I told you. We should’ve gone to the snack street.”

Mu Yanxiao, “…Finished picking out your things?”

Lin You looked at the large pile of clothes, backpacks, pet game consoles, phones, and other items covering the table. He squawked, “Finished picking them!”

“Mu Four, have them pack everything up and send it home.”

“Yes.”

After saying this, Mu Yanxiao stood up, intending to leave. Running into Chen Yuhe had already ruined his mood, let alone having that so-called “aunt” nearby.

It was just that Mu Yanxiao and Lin You had no intention of picking a fight, but there was nothing they could do to stop others from provoking them. The moment Mu Yanxiao stood up, Chen Yuhe’s voice rang out again, full of surprise and shock. “Mu Yanxiao! Why are you here?!”

Whether it was intentional or not, the moment Chen Yuhe finished speaking, Mu Yanxiao’s aunt and Chen Yuhe’s mother, Zhang Ya, spoke up as well. “Oh, Yanxiao! I heard from Yuhe that you can’t see. Why did you come here instead of staying in the hospital?”

With a single sentence, not only were the siblings Zhou Yue and Zhou Shanshan stunned, but the spectators nearby and even the mall attendants all gasped in unison!

It was not only because this seemingly ordinary man was actually the head of one of the country’s top five business empires, Young Master Mu. What shocked them even more was that Young Master Mu was blind?!

God, what kind of joke was this? The fact that Young Master Mu existed as the benchmark every rich second-generation heir was compared against was something they had long since accepted. But was it really normal for a blind man to go shopping by himself and even buy things with a pet? Although it was rumored that Young Master Mu had been in a car accident a few days ago, it had only been a few days. How could a blind man move around so naturally that no one had noticed anything wrong?!

Almost no one could believe it.

However, Mu Yanxiao had already calmed down after his initial displeasure. In any case, he did not know when his eyesight would recover. The news would eventually spread, and when it did, it would inevitably affect the Mu Family’s business and its struggles for power. It would be better to use this opportunity to minimize the impact. Perhaps he could even turn the situation to his advantage and gain a few extra chips.

Mu Yanxiao simply walked forward in full view of everyone, his steps steady and precise. At that time, there were seven or eight wealthy second-generation heirs and four or five first-generation business leaders nearby. In a shop close by, two silver-haired old men were sitting together, drinking honey pomelo tea and happily watching the spectacle. One of them was, surprisingly, the Elder of the Mu Family.

“Aunt, you’re mistaken. Why can’t I come here? This is a mall, so naturally anyone can enter. Even if they only look and don’t buy anything, they’re still free to come in. As long as they’re dressed decently, right?”

Mu Yanxiao’s words immediately made Zhang Ya’s face turn pale. Although she had taken a fancy to two blue-diamond necklaces while browsing the mall, she had not been able to buy them. The Chen Family was also a prominent family, but compared with the Mu and Zheng Families, they were far inferior, not to mention the families her two sisters had married into. On top of that, there had recently been problems with one of the Chen Family’s production batches, leaving her somewhat short of cash.

Even so, Mu Yanxiao was still the younger generation. How dare he speak to her like that? She was his elder! He had ignored her before, and now that he was blind, he still dared to speak to her this way?!

“Yanxiao, how can you speak to your aunt like that?” Zhang Ya’s expression darkened slightly before she forced a smile. “Are you just too excited because you haven’t seen your aunt in so long? Come here. Auntie wants to talk to you.”

Mu Yanxiao’s eyes were cold.

Everyone around them watched his every movement. Just when everyone thought Mu Yanxiao really would not be able to make his way over, he suddenly took several steps forward, maneuvered around Mu Four and Chen Yuhe, and walked straight toward Zhang Ya.

“Aunt, even if I can’t see you, I can still tell from your voice that you sound rather weak. When you go back, don’t worry so much about saving money. Go up to the fourth floor and buy yourself some supplements. You don’t need to worry about your nephew.” Mu Yanxiao’s cold words left everyone around him staring in shock.

“Oh, he really walked over!”

“Damn! What a god! He doesn’t look blind at all!”

“Tsk! Of course! Otherwise, how else could you explain why Young Master Mu is a genius who specializes in crushing the rest of us? This Young Master is completely convinced this time.”

“But Young Master Mu must be using some kind of method, right?”

“Tch, why do you care? Let me ask you this: if it were you, could you do what Young Master Mu just did? If not, then shut up and watch!”

“Bah! I couldn’t do it, could you?! Only Young Master Mu can pull this off!”

Chen Yuhe listened to the whispers around him, and the anger in his heart continued to rise. He had originally intended to humiliate Mu Yanxiao in front of everyone. Instead, it was his mother who had been made a fool of, while Mu Yanxiao was still being admired by everyone.

Thinking of this, Chen Yuhe’s expression darkened. While no one was paying attention, he suddenly kicked toward Mu Yanxiao’s leg. At the same time, Zhang Ya’s expression turned grim as she raised a hand and slapped Mu Yanxiao across the face.

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