Chapter 3117: (⊙⊙) The Story Was Still Far from Over
Ignoring the snow drifting outside, the two continued sipping tea and chatting idly.
"Hm?!"
Just as they were about to continue their conversation, Yuan Shoucheng's expression suddenly shifted. It seemed he had sensed something unusual.
"..."
He gazed into the distance. A moment later, a trace of concern and confusion flashed through his eyes.
"In the middle of the night..."
"She's taking people toward the Pagoda."
"She can't mean any good!"
"Are you going to keep an eye on her?"
After gazing out for a while, he turned to Maitreya, who seemed to have sensed it too, and asked.
"Why would I go?"
"I'm not going!"
To Yuan Shoucheng's surprise, Maitreya merely shook his head, his expression calm. He showed no intention of getting up.
"??"
Yuan Shoucheng furrowed his brows, his tone carrying a hint of provocation.
"If you don't go..."
"What if she really defeats Huangmei within three days? You'll never get your bag back!"
"Are you really not going to watch them and make things difficult if you have to?"
In Yuan Shoucheng's view, since they had made a bet, naturally they ought to win.
"You..."
Maitreya looked at his old friend across the table, a strange glint in his eyes.
"Do you think I'm that shameless?"
As he spoke, he leaned forward and picked up the teapot himself. He poured himself a cup, blew across the steaming surface, and took a small sip.
"Heh heh..."
Yuan Shoucheng chuckled, his tone teasing.
"Who knows?"
"But now that you mention it..."
"You baldies really have done some pretty dishonorable things!"
"Huh?"
"Likewise!"
"You've done your share of dishonorable things too!"
"You..."
"Forget it. I won't argue with you. I can say in good conscience that I've done nothing