A middle-aged man with a weathered face spoke steadily, his tone still moderate and polite, "Everyone, please calm down. Miss Li is still young and may not understand the gravity of the situation; there is no need to overwhelm a junior in such a manner."
He turned to look at Li Jiujiu and said, "Regardless of whether the young lady truly possesses a rare treasure, whether to inform us is at her discretion. There is no need for anyone to react so fervently."
Li Jiujiu thought to herself that finally, someone reasonable had spoken. She nodded her head in acknowledgment and was about to leave.
Yet the middle-aged man signaled with his eyes, and immediately two people obstructed her path.
Li Jiujiu couldn't hide her emotions and said angrily, "What does this mean?"
