Chapter 21: Got Lucky!

  Although it was unclear what the true intention of the master of the White House was in staying overnight, Xu Bin still politely arranged for someone to prepare rooms for him and his entourage to rest in for the night. In any case, they were guests today, and he had no reason to drive the father-daughter pair away, either emotionally or logically.

  After settling the trivial matters of the mountain stronghold, Bai Dian Tang, who had been sitting silently in the main hall, suddenly stood up and smiled: "Xian nephew, shouldn't there be anything else to do? Why don't you accompany me on a stroll around? It's been a while since I've seen Hei Feng Stronghold."

  The words made Xu Bin's heart skip a beat. Could it be that this guy also had designs on the Black Wind Fortress?

  It's unlikely, to think about it, how can Xian Gu Mountain be far from Jun Feng Mountain, Xu Bin really doesn't believe he would give up the hundred-year foundation of Xian Gu Mountain and move Bai Jia Village to Hei Feng Village.

  He felt a bit too sensitive, so Xu Bin didn't say much and quietly followed Bai Diantang out of the mountain stronghold's gate to the back mountain where he usually exercised.

  When White Dian Tang stopped in his tracks, Xu Bin, who had been following him all along, also didn't say a word. He knew that at times like these, it was better to let this inscrutable White Dian Tang take the lead. Otherwise, this fake might really be taken in by the old fox in front of him and would have to be dealt with carefully.

  He found a stone to sit on in the White Temple, as if this land was his own, and pointed to a large stone next to him, saying: "Xianzhong, don't be so formal, I just wanted to chat with you. Hurry up and sit down! Speaking of which, it's been several months since we parted ways at the White Family Stockade last time.

  "I didn't expect that in just a few short months, your father would meet with such disaster. I'm truly sorry that I couldn't be of any help to you all. As the eldest brother and uncle, I really feel somewhat ashamed. This time, I've come to ask you, what plans do you have for managing Hei Feng Village from now on? Is there anywhere I can assist?"

  Is he really so kind? Doesn't seem like it at all!

  Xu Bin muttered to himself, then put on a grateful face and said: "Thank you, Uncle, for your good intentions. With Second Uncle and the other old brothers helping out, there shouldn't be any problems with the mountain stronghold. Besides, now that we've taken down Ma Liu's den, I believe those who want to challenge our Black Wind Fort will have to carefully consider the consequences of offending us."

  "In my opinion, for now, the village should still prioritize stability. Once I have fully grasped control of the mountain stronghold, I think there will be some changes. Of course, these are all future matters, and for now, I haven't thought too far ahead. If in the future there's a need for Uncle's help, I'll still come to seek your guidance."

  He vaguely mentioned some plans for the future of the White House, but Xu Bin saw that the old man's expression didn't seem to change at all. He thought to himself, 'Could it be that I won't be able to see any emotional changes on this guy's face?'

  As for Xu Bin's answer, Bai Dian Tang didn't react much and continued to ask: "Then when you became the head of the clan, was there anyone in the mountain stronghold who opposed your ascension?"

  Xu Bin was taken aback by the question for a moment, then quickly replied: "Not really, but Uncle should know that I'm still young now. If not for Second Uncle's dislike of fighting and killing, this position as the head of the household might not have been given to me."

  We're all in the business of adding blood to the blade, and those underlings don't like it when their leader is too strong. It's only natural that they don't quite trust me yet, but I believe that as time passes and they see my abilities, they'll come to realize that I'm still capable of handling this position of great responsibility."

  Before understanding how much the person in front of him knew about the counterfeit, Xu Bin still chose to speak the truth. In any case, the guy in front of him had not shown any hostility towards the counterfeit, so he couldn't destroy the friendship between the two counterfeits. Moreover, Heifeng Gang would have to make a living on the ground of Juxiang City for a long time, and it was better to get along with the strongest bandit leader in the area, with more benefits than harm.

  Xu Bin's answer seemed to delight Bai Dian Tang, who nodded with a smile: "Not bad, at such a young age you have this confidence and vision, it's enough to prove that you can still make a name for yourself. This time I called you here is to ask you about your feelings towards Mulan?"

  At first, I had an agreement with your father in the White Family Village that when Mulan grew up, she would be married to you as a daughter-in-law. I know that girl has been wild since childhood and is not suitable for being a virtuous wife and good mother.

  Anyone who can do our line of work, no one dares to guarantee that they will be safe and sound for a lifetime. The girl has learned some skills on the mountain in recent years, and she should still be able to take care of herself. I asked you to come over today just to ask what you think about this marriage? Don't worry too much, just say what you think, I won't get angry."

  Come on! You say you're not angry, but who knows if you'll get angry when you speak too much?

  At the thought of Shan Zhai being unable to withstand any more losses for a short period of time, Xu Bin sighed and said with some hesitation: "I dare not deceive my uncle, to be honest, I really don't know what to say about this marriage. The temperament of your esteemed daughter is somewhat in conflict with mine, but I know that it's all because Miss Mulan is still young and her personality is a bit impulsive, which is normal."

  What I'm saying is that Miss Mulan will be an adult in three years, and what will happen during these three years, neither Uncle nor I can predict. All I can say is that if after three years Miss Mulan doesn't think I'm not good enough for her, then I can agree to this marriage.

  "As for what Uncle said about her personality, I think Miss Mulan will also have some restraint when she grows up. After all, young people are all lively, and I'm no exception."

  When he said this, Xu Bin felt that he had also become a bit hypocritical. That girl hadn't given him a good face since they met. This made Xu Bin's face as a big man somewhat unbearable. If he didn't know that the other party had the backing of the White Family Village, which was a temporary sin that couldn't be committed, he really wanted to get rid of her as far as possible.

  But in this psychological aspect, he naturally couldn't directly tell White Dian Tang about it, because in Xu Bin's view, Bai Mulan becoming the arrogant and overbearing person she is today has a direct relationship with the way White Dian Tang spoiled her as a father.

  This answer made Bai Dian Tang sigh inwardly, he had indeed underestimated this young man earlier. From the other party's response, he could hear a hint of polite refusal. The key was that Xu Bin's words were spoken in such a way that he couldn't get angry, after all, it was said very tactfully and gave him face.

  What Xu Bin didn't expect was that the better he performed, the more White Dian Tang would not let him go, especially since she had her heart set on finding a good son-in-law for her daughter. If Xu Bin knew how things would turn out, he would probably lament that this was indeed what they meant by 'lifting a rock only to drop it on one's own foot'.

  Bai Dian Tang, who had made up his mind, suddenly burst out laughing: "Xian nephew can think this way, to be honest, I'm very happy. Handing Mulan over to you, I can also rest assured. However, our two families are still a bit far apart after all. You two will have to spend more time together in the future to understand each other better."

  "My niece may have a bit of a temper, but her character and looks are top-notch. This isn't me bragging, I'm sure you can see it too, young master. In this entire city of Ju Xiang, finding another girl with similar age and beauty to Mulan would be quite difficult, don't you think?"

  Is this considered self-promotion of one's own wife?

  Xu Bin, who was speechless in his heart, could only grit his teeth and nodded, actually acknowledging that the girl indeed looked a bit like a national calamity. But the key is that man's arrogant personality, can he take it? Not to mention Xu Bin, who had always been a bit of a male chauvinist.

  Listening to the boastful Bai Detang, who wouldn't stop praising his own daughter, Xu Bin, sitting across from him, began to feel a sense of despair in his heart. If this girl was really as excellent as Bai Detang said, why did she have to be paired with him? With a bitter heart, he didn't dare speak the truth and could only pretend to listen to Bai Detang's continuous sales pitch about his daughter.

  Until the last moment when Xu Bin was about to lose his temper, this seemingly somewhat tongue-tied Bai Dian Tang finally stood up and replied: "Alright! In order to let you two have more time together in the future, I'll leave Mulan at your place tomorrow for a while. I think Bin Xian nephew should be able to take good care of her, right?"

  Whoa! Just now it was sales talk, now it's hard sell!

  He suppressed his resentment towards Xu Bin, who had been staring at him all along, and forced a wry smile as he nodded: "Please be assured, uncle. As long as Miss Mu Lan is willing to stay in the village, I will definitely take good care of her."

  Actually, there's one thing that Xu Bin didn't say, and that is if that girl really doesn't listen to him, he might just take drastic measures and force himself on her. At that time, let's see if this White Mansion still dares to be so overbearing and keep the daughter in their own bandit lair!

  Unfortunately, Xu Bin was very clear that this idea could only be fantasized about in his heart and was impossible to put into action. Unless he really wasn't afraid of the White family destroying Black Wind Fortress!

  Fists are the greatest principle, and being tough is the best way to deal with the Bai and Xu families. In reality, without real power, even Xu Bin can only endure!

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