Published: March 12, 2025
Chapter 393: Charlie
When Zhao Hai heard the knock on the door, he was momentarily stunned because he had already instructed the hotel staff not to disturb him unless it was an important matter. He believed that the hotel staff would not casually interrupt him.
Upon the first knock, Zhao Hai had guessed it would be Shun Yi, and it turned out to be him. But who could it be this time? Zhao Hai waved his hand, and the surveillance monitor projected in front of them. They quickly saw a person standing outside, dressed in luxurious garments that were strangely reminiscent of a servant's robe.
A servant's outfit that was even more extravagant than that of a typical noble? Upon seeing the servant's attire, Zhao Hai and the others felt a bit dizzy.
However, Zhao Hai also knew that a servant who could wear such clothes must have an extraordinary master. Zhao Hai gestured to Shun Yi, who understood and immediately went to open the door.
Sure enough, the servant was standing outside. Although his attire was quite splendid, it was still a servant's garb, and his demeanor was very humble. As soon as Shun Yi opened the door, the servant immediately bowed and said, "Hello, I am here to request an audience with Mr. Zhao Hai."
Seeing his attitude, Shun Yi did not respond harshly, but his vigilance did not wane. He looked at the man and asked, "May I ask who you are? What business do you have with the young master?"
The servant smiled slightly and said, "I am also a servant, sent to convey a message from my master. However, my master's status is a bit special, so I can only disclose their name after meeting Mr. Zhao Hai. I hope you understand."
Just as Shun Yi was in a dilemma, Zhao Hai's voice came, "Shun Yi, let him in."
Upon hearing Zhao Hai's command, Shun Yi quickly responded and turned to make a gesture for the servant to enter. The servant respectfully bowed to Shun Yi and stepped into the room.
Zhao Hai was already seated in the living room. Clearly, the servant recognized Zhao Hai and quickly approached him, bowing as he said, "I am Lirui, and I have come on behalf of my master, who has prepared a banquet at his home. I invite you to join us."
Although the words were very polite, there was an undeniable pressure in his tone that made it hard to refuse. This left Zhao Hai feeling quite puzzled, wondering about the background of this servant.
However, Zhao Hai didn’t dwell on it too much. He looked at the servant and asked, "Could you reveal your master's identity? To be honest, I have many enemies on the continent, and I generally won't accept invitations from ordinary people."
Lirui was taken aback for a moment, but he still wore a smile as he glanced at Shun Yi and the others. "Mr. Zhao Hai, I truly cannot casually disclose my master's identity. However, I assure you that my master genuinely wishes to meet you. I hope you will accept this invitation."
Zhao Hai frowned as he looked at the servant. "Everyone in this room is someone I can fully trust. If you insist on not telling me, then I am sorry; I won't meet with someone who hides in the shadows."
Hearing Zhao Hai say this, Lirui's expression darkened. He looked at Zhao Hai and said, "Since you insist, then I will tell you. The one who wishes to meet you is none other than His Highness the Third Prince of the Roson Empire."
Zhao Hai was taken aback and then looked at Lirui in confusion. "The Third Prince wants to see me? Why are you making it so mysterious? Is there something going on?"
Lirui glanced at Zhao Hai and, seeing that he truly did not understand, finally sighed in relief. "It turns out you really didn't know. I misunderstood. This Chushui City is the territory of the Second Prince, while the Third Prince's territory is Jadewater City. This time, His Highness has come to Chushui City secretly and does not want the Second Prince to find out. Therefore, he can only meet with you in secret. Now do you understand?"
Of course, Zhao Hai understood now, but he wasn't worried anymore. He nodded and said, "Alright, then please lead the way." With that, he stood up.