The Peerless Beauty Stuck With Me

Chapter 1574 - 1573: Idol

"But many people have grown wings and don't see me as the boss anymore. In the Kao Shan Sect, a lot of people think this way, I bet."Tang Rao knew quite well that the people he had personally elevated, like Xiao Yue and Geng Bucuo, were already trending in that direction. Tang Rao only pretended not to know, and they wouldn't dare make any impulsive moves before finding a better escape route.

Despite Tang Rao's carefree attitude, acting like a hands-off shopkeeper who never intervenes, he was more aware than anyone of what people were thinking.

"Old Geng isn't with Xiao Yue anymore, and actually, I haven't seen Old Geng for some time either. But Xiao Yue is with the Kao Shan Sect people daily for training, acting like nothing is wrong."

Not together?

This answer somewhat surprised Tang Rao.

Geng Bucuo had given all his valuable, life-saving Elixir Pills to Xiao Yue for her survival; during Xiao Yue's injury days, he was unwavering in his support for her. Anyone with eyes could see that Geng Bucuo, that rough man, was deeply devoted to Xiao Yue. Yet, Xiao Yue hadn't been moved in the end.

The matters of love, who can truly understand them?

"It's really a pity for this love story. Old Geng just had a breakup, and his mood has been bad lately. He might be hiding somewhere to heal his wounds. Xiao Yue never liked Old Geng to begin with, and the two forcing themselves together wouldn't lead to much happiness. It's actually pretty good they can still be friends after the breakup."

Xiao Yue might still regard Geng Bucuo as a friend, but Geng Bucuo? A man who put so much into love, seeing the woman he adored merely as a friend—no matter how you think about it, it shouldn't be.

"If it's as you say, that'd be great. But I'm more worried about Old Geng's single-minded nature."

Cha Xiangzi voiced his deepest concern. "Boss, Old Geng treats both liked people and things the same way; if he can't have them, he might wish to destroy them. What if he can't overcome his Heart Demon and one day destroys Xiao Yue—what then?"

The decline of Geng Bucuo, combined with Xiao Yue's vibrant life having moved past a failed relationship, creates a stark contrast between them. If Geng Bucuo, seeing himself in such dire straits, suddenly targets Xiao Yue.

Just thinking about it is terrifying.

Tang Rao, as if determined, placed the light of hope upon Cha Xiangzi.

"I've got a load of trivial matters to deal with myself, and Old Geng and Xiao Yue's breakup is part of it. If they have serious disagreements, make sure to tell me immediately."

This was Tang Rao's command to Cha Xiangzi, who reluctantly agreed. Even after Tang Rao left, Cha Xiangzi couldn't help but wonder why he—a single guy—had to meddle in others' affairs?

"Yue Er, you've been in Tingzhou for so long, you haven't gone out to see anything, have you?"

Tang Rao was feeling down, desperately needing someone who wouldn't talk much to accompany him on a stroll. When considering bringing his women along, he was afraid of jealousy. After thinking it over, he decided to bring Yue Er.

"Back to Master, Yue Er has not been out yet."

As long as Zhou Runfa wasn't dead, Yue Er didn't dare show her face. Forget about outside Zijing City—inside the city itself, every step she took felt like walking on thin ice. She would stay close to Tang Rao when she could, and when not, she would wisely find a place to hide. There was no courage in her to think of going out; she valued her life dearly.

But those thoughts were all before Zhou Runfa's death. After Zhou Runfa died, Yue Er had thought about going out, but having willingly become Tang Rao's maid, whether she could go out or not depended on Tang Rao's opinion.

Speaking of the outside world, Yue Er longed for it as well.

After all, little girls look forward to strolling down the street and bringing home some cherished items.

Tang Rao may know a little about many things, but when it comes to understanding women, he claims second—no one dares claim first.

"Since you've been here for so long without going out, let your master take you out and have a good look around today."

This kind of tone was unique to Tang Rao.

"Then I must thank the master."

Upon hearing Tang Rao say he'd take her out, Yue Er was so happy that she spun around in circles.

Since it was to unwind, Tang Rao had Yue Er prepare the carriage. As the Kao Shan Sect grew, they'd gradually accumulated many Divine Beasts. Since the Snowflake Beast of the Nine Cauldrons died, Tang Rao found the Purple Crystal Beast inconvenient to bring out. This was the first time he went out for a leisurely stroll in a carriage pulled by a Divine Beast.

"Pardon my words, Master. Since you're in a bad mood, could you tell Yue Er what's troubling you?"

Yue Er sat in the carriage with Tang Rao, keeping her distance. Seeing Tang Rao's worried expression, she hesitated but couldn't resist asking a few questions.

"I'll deal with my worries alone. You look out the window, and if there's a place you wish to visit, tell me, and I'll take you to see it."

Tang Rao spoke without much spirit; Yue Er could sense a bit of disinterest in his tone, but she was already grateful for what he said.

"Thank you, Master. When the master is unhappy, Yue Er loses interest in shopping too. I'll just stay with you in the carriage."

Back on West Island, she often went shopping; but since coming to North Island, the goods for sale looked the same, only the local customs differed. Watching from the carriage was enough for Yue Er.

Not long after Yue Er expressed her heartfelt words, a commotion suddenly arose outside. The street vendors carrying goods and pushing carts—some didn't even pack up their stalls but scattered like birds and beasts.

Tang Rao didn't pay attention to the outside until the noise grew too loud and caught his focus.

"What's happening outside?"

The driver hesitated, then opened the curtain apologetically and explained, "Master, ahead there's a madman with a big knife who's chopping people like crazy—he attacks everyone he sees! Those vendors stand no chance and are busy fleeing for their lives now!"

What?

A madman slashing people with a big knife in the crowd?

Tang Rao immediately knew who it was. The world is small and coincidental; he worried about this person a moment ago, and now this person was presenting themselves.

"Stay in the carriage, don't come out."

Seizing the moment, Tang Rao quickly jumped off the carriage, and right there stood the maddened chopper.

"Idol!"

The madman, upon seeing Tang Rao, stopped attacking others. His eyes overflowed with stars—an oddly strange scene.

"Get away, who's your idol?"

Does he even know what he looks like, offending so many people, and still daring to call Tang Rao an idol—where does he get the confidence?

"You, Tang Rao, are my idol!"