Chapter 1949 - 1949: Back to Sky City

Translator: Atlas Studios    Editor: Atlas Studios

“Pu? Then my name is… Pu Tian!” Xia He said proudly.

“It sounds like a boy’s name,” Qiao Mei said disdainfully.

“Then what should my name be?” Xia He looked at the things around her and suddenly thought of something. She said excitedly, “Then my name is Pun/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om

“Sure, this name is not bad, but don’t let Mother know about it. Otherwise, she’ll definitely beat you up until you can’t get out of bed,” Qiao Mei said as she covered her mouth to stop smiling.

“Mother is so gentle, she won’t hit me! It’s decided then. My name is Pu Lan and you’re my younger sister. Your name is… What’s your name?” Xia He asked curiously.

“Pu Nan. Xia Zhe’s name over there is Fang Chen. Don’t forget that. Also, when I’m there, I’m his lover,” Qiao Mei said.

“I’ll remember everything! When 1 meet people, I’ll pretend to be mute! You can just introduce me! I know what I can and cannot say!” Xia He said.

Qiao Mei stared at Xia He and sized her up. No one would believe that she could act as a mute. Xia He was a talkative person who liked to uphold justice and had a bad temper. It would be very difficult for her to pretend to be mute.

Over the next few days, they signed a few long-term business contracts for the farm. After packing their bags, they set off for Sky City. This was Xia He’s first visit to Sky City. On the plane, she had imagined that Sky City was a

prosperous place. After all, the largest casino in Country M was located there, so the streets there must look very grand!

The moment Xia He got off the plane, her fantasy was completely shattered. This place was not even half as beautiful as their small town!

“Are you bringing me here to do charity work?” Xia He asked nervously.

“Of course not. The bustling part of this city is not here. Come, let’s go home first,” Qiao Mei said.

Xia He knew that Qiao Mei was talking about Xia Zhe’s house here, so she did not say anything and just followed closely behind. Xia He looked at the people around her warily, keeping her hand on the gun. She knew very well that the people outside were staring at the two of them covetously.

“Miss Pu, welcome back. Who is this?” Da Nan asked as he looked at Xia He behind Qiao Mei.

“This is my elder sister, Pu Lan. She’s here on a holiday with me. Let’s go back to the villa in the suburbs first.” After saying that, Qiao Mei led Xia He into the car.

After familiarizing herself with the surroundings, Xia He became curious about Sky City. There was a large map of Sky City in Xia Zhe’s study and she took her time to look at it.

At night, Xia Zhe’s helper cooked for them. Xia He handed Qiao Mei a list and said, “1 want to go to these places. Can you bring me there?” “Sure, but I’m bringing you to the casino tonight,” Qiao Mei said.

“Really!” Xia He said excitedly.

“Of course. Why would I lie to you? Eat fast! I’ll bring you there after dinner!” Qiao Mei said.

Qiao Mei still wore the same riding suit as the last time. Xia He dressed normally in a simple lace shirt and a pair of trousers, and she looked quite dashing.

The two of them arrived at the entrance of the casino. This time, the process of going in was not as difficult as the last time. When the person at the door saw the badge on Qiao Mei’s waist, he respectfully brought her into the casino. There was even a designated staff member to retrieve the chips for Qiao Mei.

“Does this place operate on a membership basis?” Xia He asked softly.

“Why do you say that? How does casino membership even work? Does it mean that the more you lose, the higher your membership level?” Qiao Mei asked with a smile.

“Then why are all of them so respectful to you? Can it be that Xia… Fang Chen has a very high status here?” Xia He asked.

“It’s partly because of him, but more importantly, it’s because 1 know the owner of this casino. She’s very nice to me, that’s why the people here act like this when they see me,” Qiao Mei said smugly.

“Then I have to cozy up to you!” Xia He said.

“No problem! Have fun as you please! We’re here tonight to seek pleasure!” Qiao Mei said happily.

Xia He did not know many games. The two of them played for a while at the blackjack table and then at the bridge table. In the end, they returned to Qiao Mei’s forte, Sic Bo.

“What are we betting on?” Xia He asked. She knew that Qiao Mei was very good at this game and she would not go wrong following Qiao Mei’s lead.

“You can bet on whatever you like. There’s no technique involved,” Qiao Mei said..