Chapter 140 – Young Master, This is Quite Dangerous!
After talking for quite a while, the System remained silent.
Jiang Pengji said boredly, “Forget it, why would I talk about such thrilling fun with you? You wouldn’t understand that kind of excitement at all.”
System: “…”
What exactly did it do to deserve such a difficult and gentlemanly host?
“Baby feels… even if I upgrade to 2.0, I might not keep up with the host’s rhythm.”
Jiang Pengji chuckled, “Fine, if you can’t keep up, then bullying you will just be even more fun.”
System: “… You actually shamelessly spoke your mind…”
Not only did the System feel its limits pushed by Jiang Pengji, but Xu Ke also felt… the Young Master was indeed still the Young Master, something beyond normal understanding.
“Why do you look so shocked and dazed?” Jiang Pengji said unhappily, “Things are settled for the time being. You should continue doing what you need to do these days. Don’t act so timid. As for that group of thieves, just follow my instructions.”
Xu Ke clasped his hands and replied affirmatively.
He wasn’t the kind of overly righteous person, and if it were a true paragon, they might disapprove of her shameless and outrageous behavior, even if they didn’t say it out loud, their impression of her would surely diminish.
But Xu Ke came from a humble background, had once been a wandering knight, and had experienced the tragic death of his deceased mother, as well as being imprisoned, nearly losing his life. His tolerance for such behavior was far above that of an average person. Moreover, as long as what Jiang Pengji did didn’t harm his own interests or endanger herself, he typically wouldn’t object, at most trying to patch things up later.
To put it bluntly, he didn’t like people like Meng Liang, a waste of resources; if he died, he died. If he could secure maximum benefits for the Young Master before his passing, that would be worth it. Xu Ke would have to be out of his mind to consider Meng Liang.
Jiang Pengji appeared to be intently reading the bamboo slips, but she was actually multitasking as a plan quickly formed in her mind.
“System!”
The System, pretending to be deaf, couldn’t ignore her calling out in her mind, and immediately responded in a subservient manner.
“What does the host command?”
Jiang Pengji asked the System, “I recently activated the task live mode; there shouldn’t be any restrictions, right? I mean, is there a required time gap between two task live streams? If not, I’d like to start another one.”
The System was taken aback, when did their host get so diligent?
Considering the host’s character of not working unless it benefited her, the System thought carefully, “There’s no restriction, but generally, this task-related live mode tends to be quite exhausting. Hosts usually take a break before starting the next one.”
Jiang Pengji said, “As long as there’s no time limit, that’s good. The last live was all-interactive, determined by audience votes. This time, let’s switch to a semi-interactive format, and I’ll set the live stream theme. If you want to upgrade, you’d better do it in the next couple of days; the task live I’m choosing may last quite a long time and can be considered a small unit.”
The System replied, “I’ve decided to upgrade right after today’s live ends, which should take about twelve hours. This won’t delay your regular live stream tomorrow. Have you thought of the theme for the semi-interactive live stream?”
Although feeling a bit uneasy, the System was naturally happy that the host was eager to live stream.
After all, both the host and system shared fortunes and misfortunes.
“The topic is ready; you can put up a preview title to notify the audience in the live stream.” Jiang Pengji suddenly smiled wickedly, “This live stream theme is—how to elegantly and without waste take down Meng Liang.”
System: “… Huh? Host, are you really going to be gentlemanly now?”
“Just put up the title; don’t ask too much. I have a sense of it; I won’t mess up the live stream.”
Quickly, the audience discovered a new scrolling title at the top of the live stream.
【Next Live Stream Preview—How to Elegantly and Without Waste Take Down Meng Liang, stay tuned everyone!!！！！】
Ew!
In the next moment, the entire screen filled with comments, shifting the tone entirely.
【Spring Lies】: Can I ask carefully if the next live stream is tomorrow? If so, I’m going to squat in the live chat today!
【My Empire is Like a Painting】: When the host says take down, does that really mean taking a life? I feel sorry for Meng Liang for a second.
【Nibbler Eating】: Though killing is wrong, why do I feel so excited and expectant after seeing the host’s preview?
【Candied Chestnuts】: Expecting +1, but I want to know when the live stream starts so I can catch it.
Although the live stream’s maximum limit had increased to ten thousand, for the audience, it was still a squeeze, and securing a spot required a combination of good internet speed, quick fingers, and a bit of luck.
If they could know the starting time in advance, it would increase their chances of grabbing a spot.
As more people asked, Jiang Pengji certainly wouldn’t let this chance slip by.
【Host V】: The specific time isn’t determined yet, but you can follow the live stream, and I’ll notify everyone as soon as it goes live.
Oh right, once reminded, many viewers realized this and began to follow the live stream.
In a sentence, the follows and subscriptions for Jiang Pengji’s live stream shot up by several thousand.
System: “…”
Though the host was resistant to the act of live streaming, her ability to seize every beneficial opportunity was commendable.
After assigning Xu Ke his tasks, Jiang Pengji read for a while longer before summoning the Steward and meticulously inquiring about Meng Liang and her maidservant’s movements.
Old Steward seemed to have been well-prepared, detailing Meng Liang’s entire day’s agenda.
Of course, having worked at Liu Residence for many years, how could he lack insight and skills?
He was aware of Meng Liang’s situation but, as a servant, he knew what to say and what to avoid, keeping it discreetly in his mind.
Once in Liu Residence, no matter who Meng Liang was, be it a dragon or a tiger, she had to stay low, let alone the fact that she was merely an insignificant insect.
“Keep a close watch on Meng Liang; inform me immediately if there’s any news.” Jiang Pengji stated, pausing briefly before adding, “Additionally, when the servants wash their clothes and tidy their rooms, let them pay attention to any medicinal materials carried by that pair of master and servant… Furthermore, they shouldn’t come near the kitchen.”
As she spoke, she took out the sachet she had brought from Yingchun Building. Even the experienced Steward couldn’t possibly know the rare medicinal materials it contained.
“What is this?” The Steward glanced at the two sachets clearly meant for men, his thoughts wandering.
