Madmen don't keep diaries

Chapter 397 396 An Unexpected Incident in the Washroom
The conversation was not just idle chatter; Xu Liansheng frequently raised her glass to toast Feng Xiuhu and Shunzi.

With Zhao Mumu constantly refilling their glasses, the three of them had already drunk quite a bit.

Feng Xiuhu and Shunzi didn't seem to notice anything, but Xu Liansheng's cheeks were flushed, and she was already slightly drunk.

As the auction was nearing its end, Shunzi, who had been sitting all night, stood up and whispered to Feng Xiuhu, "Brother, I'm going to relieve myself."

Then he left the private room.

Xu Liansheng smiled slightly at Feng Xiuhu: "Then I'll go touch up my rouge too."

After saying that, he got up and left his seat.

Feng Xiuhu didn't think there was anything wrong with it—she was actually going to relieve herself, and applying rouge was just a random excuse.

A cultured woman like this wouldn't use vulgar language, so if she needed to relieve herself during the meal, she would find another excuse to leave, such as to touch up her rouge, change her handkerchief, or get some fresh air.

Feng Xiuhu knew these things because he had lived in the Upper City District, as had Xiong Guiyuan, so he was used to it.

Only Feng Xiuhu and Zhao Mumu remained in the private room. He stared at the large bump on Zhao Mumu's forehead and asked knowingly, "Little Zhao, what happened to you?"

……

The words are divided into two parts.

Shunzi found the restroom at the corner of the corridor.

He had just finished relieving himself when he suddenly heard a cry of pain from outside—the voice sounded familiar, clearly belonging to Xu Liansheng.

Shunzi quickly fastened his belt and rushed out.

A quick glance from the doorway revealed that Xu Liansheng had fallen down the steps outside the women's restroom next door, with a male attendant standing beside her.

"What happened?"

Shunzi strode closer, her scrutinizing gaze sweeping over the only outsider present—the male waiter.

Seeing Shunzi's unfriendly gaze, the male servant hurriedly explained, "Madam just fell down, I just came to help..."

Xu Liansheng also defended him, saying, "Third Master, it was my own carelessness."

She turned to the man and said, "It's none of your business, you can leave."

Seeing that Shunzi was present, the waiter realized he had no use for him and bowed before leaving.

Shunzi squatted down to check and saw that Xu Liansheng's high heel had fallen to the side, and her fair ankle, which was exposed under her skirt, was red and swollen.

"It's a sprain, and it's quite serious."

Shunzi frowned.

Xu Liansheng smiled through the pain and explained, "It's nothing serious. Actually, I twisted this ankle last night, but since it didn't affect my walking, I didn't pay much attention to it. But I had a few drinks just now, and when I came out of the bathroom, I slipped and fell without noticing. I'm sorry to have made you laugh, Third Master."

"last night?"

Shunzi was stunned.

Xu Liansheng's tone carried a hint of reproach: "Hey, isn't it all the fault of the thief last night? He broke into the fifth floor and bumped right into me and Mu Mu. I was so startled that I lost my balance and twisted my ankle."

So it turns out that it was Feng Xiuhu's doing all along.

"cough."

Shunzi coughed awkwardly, not daring to look Xu Liansheng in the eye, and instead focused her gaze on Xu Liansheng's ankles.

Seemingly "burned" by Shunzi's gaze, Xu Liansheng subconsciously pulled her feet further into her skirt.

Shunzi then realized that her actions were somewhat abrupt, and quickly turned her head to look at the empty space to the side.

Xu Liansheng was also a little embarrassed. She looked down at the swollen area and made conversation, saying, "Now it's even more serious." Shunzi didn't know how to respond, but Xu Liansheng broke the awkward silence. She patted Shunzi's knee naturally and pointed to a place not far away that she couldn't reach, saying, "Please, Third Master, help me pick up my shoes."

"Uh, oh!"

Shunzi snapped out of her daze and quickly moved two steps to the side to pick it up—as if reaching for a lifeline that could save her from this predicament.

"for you."

When Shunzi handed the high heels to Xu Liansheng, she still didn't dare to look into her eyes.

After waiting for a moment, they heard Xu Liansheng hissing as he inhaled.

Shunzi looked down and saw Xu Liansheng struggling to put her high heels on her jade-like feet, which were encased in stockings. However, because of an injury on her foot, she was unable to move freely and the heels of her shoes could not be put on.

Shunzi opened his mouth slightly, as if he wanted to say something but then stopped himself—both morally and logically, he felt he should help, but he also felt that this was going too far.

Seeing Xu Liansheng biting her lip in pain, Shunzi finally couldn't help but speak up: "Sister Asheng, how about I help you?"

Upon hearing this, Xu Liansheng looked up. Under the illumination of the overhead light, her bright and pretty face was almost flawless, and even the downy hair seemed to glow.

She seemed to only then realize what Shunzi had said, and this time Xu Liansheng avoided her gaze first: "No, that's not appropriate."

As if afraid that she would not be able to put on the shoes again, Xu Liansheng gritted her teeth and made a painful effort to pull the heels up.

She let out a soft hum, took a breath, and then slowly changed her posture, trying to push herself up from the ground.

I tried several times but failed.

Shunzi couldn't help but say, "How about I go and call Zhao Mumu over to help you?"

Xu Liansheng glanced at the corridor twice and waved her hand, saying, "No need. It will take you time to come and go. The nightclub is about to close, and there will be more people soon. I don't want anyone to see me like this."

Shunzi thought so too. Xu Liansheng was a prominent figure in Qianyu City, so it was normal for him not to want to be seen in such a disheveled state.

Thinking about it, he became anxious: "Then I'll carry you back to the private room."

Xu Liansheng gave him a reproachful look: "What are you saying, Third Master? How can this be allowed? Although I am a businesswoman who appears in public, I still care about my reputation."

Shunzi realized she had been presumptuous again and remained silent.

After calming herself down, Xu Liansheng regained her composure.

She made a decision and nonchalantly reached out to Shunzi: "Third Master, lend me a hand."

Shunzi quickly stepped forward and offered her arm so that Xu Liansheng could support her and help her stand up.

Her slender fingers gripped Shunzi's forearm tightly, and even through her sleeve, one could vaguely feel the cool touch of her fingertips.

Xu Liansheng tried to take a step forward, and although she stumbled a little, she managed to stand firm.

She smiled at Shunzi and said, "I can walk."

Shunzi's mind was a bit of a mess, and all she could do was nod in response: "Then let's walk back slowly."

Xu Liansheng supported half of her body weight on Shunzi's arm, but she did not lean directly on Shunzi. Instead, she maintained a distance—a distance that was slightly ambiguous yet tactful.

Both of them sensed a certain indescribable atmosphere, but Shunzi was tongue-tied and couldn't say anything; he just felt his body stiffening.

Fortunately, Xu Liansheng is straightforward and quick-witted, so she took the initiative to change the subject and prevent the two from feeling awkward.

"That magic weapon must have been bought by Second Master for Third Master, right? It's a pity that it only has a gun but no bullets, so it can only be used as a stick."

Shunzi whispered, "It's okay, it's fine to use it as a stick. I've never used a firearm before, and if you really let me fire it, I might not even be able to hit the target."

Xu Liansheng smiled faintly, "Third Master, that's a shotgun, loaded with loose rounds. It can take out a whole bunch of enemies at once. Just stand up close and fire. Who cares about accuracy?"

(End of this chapter)