Chapter 714: Chapter 361: Malicious Intentions Chapter 714: Chapter 361: Malicious Intentions Liu Wentian could clearly sense that a few people were following him closely. When he stopped, they also stopped, clearly harboring ill intentions.

He had never been to this place before and naturally had no enemies here; these people must have targeted him thinking they could extort some money, showcasing just how chaotic this place was!

He laughed it off and didn’t pay much attention as he continued on his way. After all, he could take care of them whenever they decided to make their move.

However, he had just taken a few steps when suddenly a voice called out.

“Brother De, you’re back? Aunt has been talking about your return since last night; let’s go home right now.”

The voice was extremely pleasant to the hear, crisp and melodious, much like a bird’s song.

Initially, Liu Wentian thought that this Brother De was treated much better than he was, having such a sweet-sounding girl come to pick him up.

Listening to her voice, he was sure the girl couldn’t be ugly.

He was out of luck himself, being guided only by a worthless bug.

However, he soon felt something was off because the girl who had spoken seemed to be walking toward him.

“Brother De, don’t go, I’m right here!” The girl said again, urgency in her voice.

Liu Wentian was stunned for a moment, then turned to look.

A girl approached him, her features exquisite and skin so fair it gave her an ethereal and serene presence.

The girl was dressed in the attire of an ethnic minority and carried a bamboo basket on her back.

However, Liu Wentian didn’t know much about ethnic minorities, so he had no clue which group’s clothing she was wearing.

But regardless of who she was, he certainly wasn’t any Brother De!

What was going on here?

Just a moment ago, Liu Wentian had noticed he was being followed and didn’t care much, but now he was quite flustered.

What was up with this Liuqi Town? He had just arrived, and already so many bizarre things were happening!

Seeing Liu Wentian stunned, the girl came over and grabbed his hand, dragging him along as she said, “Hehe, Brother De, it’s been a while since you saw me, don’t you recognize me? I’m Qinglian!”

As she spoke, she even gave Liu Wentian a meaningful glance.

Lady, what exactly do you want, and what’s with that look?

Liu Wentian really wanted to ask that directly, but seeing her mysteriously secretive demeanor, he decided not to ask. He was skilled and brave; after all, this little lady couldn’t possibly do anything to him.

Thus, he let the girl continue to pull him to the side.

Could this be a romantic encounter? Liu Wentian felt doubtful. Could he really be so handsome that this beauty fell for him at first sight, unable to contain her feelings?

Or was she planning to trick him into a scam, luring him to a hotel where, as soon as he fell for her, several big men would burst through the door?

In an instant, many thoughts ran through Liu Wentian’s mind, his expression turning serious.

However, the girl then whispered in his ear, “You’re being watched, pretend to be one of us from the Miao Family. Those behind us know that we Miao people stick together, and if they think you are one of us, they won’t dare to bully you.”

Finally, Liu Wentian understood. It turned out that this beautiful young girl meant to rescue him by pretending to know him.

For a moment, he didn’t know whether to laugh or cry, thinking, I really don’t need your help.

However, his initially worsened impression of Liuqi Town improved a bit.

Indeed, everywhere was the same; there were bad people, but there were also good ones.

Since she had offered her help so kindly, he felt bad directly refusing, so he whispered, “But I am a Han, would they dare to bully me? Aren’t we Han the most numerous in Huaxia? Which minority group are they flaunting, then?”

The girl shot him a look, “They are Han like you, targeting Han people from other places specifically!”

Liu Wentian, “…”

Liu Wentian’s face turned awkward, and he momentarily felt an urge to turn around and give those men a thorough beating for their disgraceful behavior.

He stopped walking and chuckled, “It’s fine, you can go. If those people don’t trouble me, well and good; if they do, they’re courting death.”

“Do you even realize what you’re saying?” The girl was stunned, then somewhat annoyed, she said, “Don’t act tough; these are not good people. They don’t just rob, they beat up people too! Come with me quickly!!”

Having said that, she continued to try to pull Liu Wentian along, but she couldn’t budge him.

“Really, it’s not necessary.” Liu Wentian said again.

“You!! You really don’t know what’s good for you!!” The girl, frustrated, stomped her foot, “These people are fierce and brave, and they also carry weapons; you can’t beat them!!”

Liu Wentian didn’t know whether to laugh or cry, but he felt a warmth in his heart.

He had never met this girl before, yet she was so worried about him, truly a rare sight; in big cities, at the sight of such trouble, people would flee, not get themselves involved.

Just then, the group of men following them finally approached directly, surrounding Liu Wentian and the girl.

This place was quite secluded, clearly indicating they were planning to make their move.

Totaling five, these stature-imposing, sinister-faced men coldly stared at Liu Wentian as if looking at prey they had carefully chosen.

“Little brother, are you from out of town?” The leader, a long-haired young man, asked coldly.

“No! He’s from our Miao village, one of us Miao people; stop causing trouble!” Upon seeing this, the girl exclaimed in surprise, quickly speaking up.

The long-haired young man frowned, glanced at the girl’s clothing, then scoffed and said, “Beauty, do you think we’re idiots? We’ve been watching this guy since he got off the bus; he’s clearly a Han. You say he’s Miao? Then let him speak some Miao language. I warn you not to stir up trouble, just step aside!!”