The shopkeeper rubbed his fingers together in a money-counting gesture.
"If Lord Xie wants to hear more, how about a little reward?"
After all, tea costs money, and telling stories takes effort.
Xie Beihan slammed the table, summoning his guards.
"I'm so broke I can barely afford to eat, and you still have the nerve to ask me for money? Are you going to continue, or should I have my men smash up your shop?"
"L-Lord Xie, how could you bully a small businessman like this? I... I'll report you to the authorities!" the shopkeeper stammered, trembling.
Xie Beihan sneered coldly. "Since you're already accusing me of bullying, do you think reporting it would make a difference?"
Swallowing nervously, the shopkeeper had no choice but to yield to Xie Beihan's intimidation and continue his tale.
Although Han Zhiyu had fainted, Mrs. Han was still conscious.
She watched as Death God withdrew her divine power, and the mark on her forehead faded.