Chapter 430: A Terrifying Fate

Zeng Kemeng saw their hesitation and continued with a smile,

"Aren't you curious about face-reading? My dad is home right now. He's a famous face-reading master, so don't you want to go and have him take a good look?"

Still, as she spoke, Zeng Kemeng cautiously watched Qin Tuo's expression, her heart still pounding with fear.

When she saw that Qin Tuo didn't look as terrifying as before, she finally relaxed.

Hearing this, Qin Tuo's interest was suddenly piqued. He wanted to see this famous Zeng Yiyan for himself.

So, Qin Tuo nodded and said,

"Alright, then. We'll go to your house first."

Since Qin Tuo had agreed, Zhu Zifeng didn't object either.

Besides, he was actually quite curious to see for himself just how skilled Zeng Kemeng's father really was.

Soon, the three of them arrived at the Zeng residence.

While the Zeng Family wasn't among the fabulously wealthy, they were clearly an upper-class family.

Zeng Kemeng immediately had someone prepare a lavish spread for the two men to thank them for escorting her home.

At the dinner table, the two men did indeed meet Zeng Kemeng's father, Zeng Changkong.

Zeng Changkong greeted them with a hearty laugh and said gratefully,

"My esteemed guests, thank you so much for escorting my daughter home!"

The two men waved their hands, indicating it was nothing.

Zhu Zifeng, however, was full of curiosity and said,

"Mr. Zeng, I hear you're an expert at face-reading. Is it true they call you Zeng Yiyan?"

Zeng Changkong smiled and said humbly,

"That's just a flattering title my friends have given me. It's nothing, really!"

But Zhu Zifeng pressed,

"Oh, don't be so modest, Mr. Zeng. Since we have such a great opportunity today, how about you read our faces for us?"

Although Zeng Kemeng had already done a reading, Zhu Zifeng knew her father's skill was on a completely different level.

So, this was a chance to have Zeng Changkong himself take a look and see what secrets he could uncover.

And so, Zeng Changkong began his reading in earnest.

He first observed Zhu Zifeng's features carefully. After a moment, he spoke, his tone grave.

"Brother Zhu, your Zhu Family has indeed prospered for a century, but…"

Hearing this, Zhu Zifeng's heart clenched, and the smile froze on his face.

He pressed anxiously,

"Mr. Zeng, just say it! Why are you leaving me in suspense?"

Zeng Changkong nodded and continued,

"But recently, your Zhu Family has begun to go into decline. And once this slide starts, the downward spiral will be impossible to stop."

Zhu Zifeng's face fell. He hadn't expected to hear such terrible news.

He was already half-convinced it was true. Recently, the Zhu Family had indeed suffered many setbacks in various areas, and the signs of decline were faintly visible.

Frowning, Zhu Zifeng asked,

"Mr. Zeng, if that's the case, is there any way to break this fate?"

His face was full of anticipation, hoping Zeng Changkong could offer some advice that would allow his family to return to its former glory.

Zeng Changkong said slowly,

"Unless you receive help from a noble benefactor, then your family can be guaranteed another century of prosperity!"

Zhu Zifeng's heart tightened at his words, and he quickly asked,

"And who might that noble benefactor be?"

As he spoke, Zhu Zifeng's eyes drifted, intentionally or not, toward Qin Tuo.

'Is the benefactor Qin Tuo himself?'

Qin Tuo, however, just sat there, perfectly composed and showing no reaction whatsoever.

Zeng Changkong waved his hand and said with a smile,

"My apologies, Brother Zhu. That cannot be spoken. It cannot be spoken!"

Seeing his mysterious act, Zhu Zifeng was utterly exasperated.

He knew that once a master like Zeng Changkong decided not to speak, no amount of pressure would make him change his mind.

Zeng Kemeng's face filled with guilt, and she shot Zhu Zifeng an apologetic look.

Zhu Zifeng didn't mind too much. After all, he was already convinced that Qin Tuo was the Zhu Family's noble benefactor.

After that exchange, Zhu Zifeng was thoroughly convinced that Zeng Changkong was a true master of face-reading!

Then, he had another idea. "Mr. Zeng, why don't you read Mr. Qin's face next?" he said, pointing to Qin Tuo.

Qin Tuo wore a faint smile and didn't refuse.

Seeing this, Zhu Zifeng let out a huge sigh of relief.

He had been afraid Qin Tuo would get angry like before, but thankfully, he hadn't.

Zeng Changkong nodded. He didn't normally read faces for just anyone, but since these two had helped his daughter, he decided he would see it through.

Then, Zeng Changkong began to study Qin Tuo's features intently.

Qin Tuo sat perfectly still, allowing Zeng Changkong to perform the reading.

But unexpectedly, after just a single glance at Qin Tuo, sweat instantly beaded on Zeng Changkong's forehead, and his entire body began to tremble faintly!

The others saw his reaction and were completely bewildered.

It was just a face-reading. Why was he so nervous?

Zhu Zifeng asked curiously,

"What's wrong, Mr. Zeng? Please, continue!"

But Zeng Changkong waved his hands frantically and said,

"I'm sorry, but I dare not look any further into this man's fate!"

Everyone was stunned, their faces a picture of disbelief.

Even Qin Tuo himself grew curious and couldn't help but ask,

"Oh? And why is that, Mr. Zeng?"

But Zeng Changkong shook his head like a rattle drum and said,

"It cannot be spoken! It cannot be spoken!"

Once again, his behavior left everyone speechless.

Zeng Kemeng, however, thought her father was just being deliberately mysterious.

At this point, Zeng Kemeng was getting a little bored. Suddenly remembering something, she stood up and extended an enthusiastic invitation,

"Senior, would you like to see the koi I'm raising? They're quite clever, you know!"

Zhu Zifeng, however, frowned. He didn't dare to leave on his own.

He could only look to Qin Tuo, seeking his approval.

If Qin Tuo didn't agree, he wouldn't dare go with Zeng Kemeng.

Seeing this, Zeng Kemeng was very confused.

'Strange… A senior with such an impressive background, why does he listen to someone else?'

Qin Tuo, however, simply nodded and said,

"Fine. Go ahead."

Only then did Zhu Zifeng relax, and he followed Zeng Kemeng out.

Once the two of them had left, Qin Tuo turned to Zeng Changkong, his gaze placid.

Zeng Changkong, however, could no longer contain himself. With a THUD, he fell to his knees on the floor.

Qin Tuo was taken aback, not expecting Zeng Changkong to suddenly kneel before him.

He was about to tell Zeng Changkong to rise, but the man cried out in a panicked voice,

"Mr. Qin, I beg you, be merciful and save my daughter's life!"