417: Just taking the money and not doing the job?

Chapter 417: Taking Money Without Doing Anything?

At this moment.

The Daoist Association members were still somewhat bewildered.

Although they hadn't managed to persuade the Buddhist sect to stand with them to protect the city on this trip.

This sudden appearance of Lu Ran, however, was something they never expected.

Immediately after.

The Bearded Man from the Fire Virtue Sect took the lead and walked onto the stage, followed by the Daoist Association members.

Of course.

They didn't fully trust or listen to Lu Ran.

The reason the Bearded Man took the lead was entirely because by Lu Ran's side was Cen Yu Nuo from Da Luo Palace!

And this event, surprisingly, wasn't led by Cen Yu Nuo.

Instead, Cen Yu Nuo was following that young man!

This only made the Bearded Man even more curious about Lu Ran's identity.

Right in front of all the monks, the Daoist Association members ascended the stage.

A dense crowd.

Frankly, this high platform was not small; it was an entire area in front of the main hall.

But at this moment, it was completely filled by the Daoist Association members.

It even seemed a bit crowded.

Everyone below the stage was watching.

They also didn't expect this sudden turn of events.

"What exactly does this mean? Who is this kid?"

"Let's observe the situation first."

"Observe what? He dares to go against the Buddhist sect, I'm going up to deal with him right now!"

"You saw the young man's move just now, if you have the ability, go up there, what's with all the talk here?"

"Anyway, I support the Buddhist sect, nothing you say matters!"

...

Below the stage, there was a noisy commotion.

"What exactly do you mean?" The Middle-aged Monk recovered, looked at Lu Ran, and asked again.

His temper and way of doing things weren't usually like this.

If someone caused trouble to this extent, he would have found an excuse to act directly long ago.

But the ability Lu Ran displayed just now made him somewhat cautious.

Instead, he hoped that the Buddhist big shots behind him would make a move; although he was the host, his strength at Tianlong Gate was not particularly formidable.

He would definitely not do something like being the first to stick his neck out, especially when the risk seemed so high.

"Damn it, are you deaf? Then I'll repeat it again. First, I'm here for money. Let's discuss it one by one."

Saying that.

Lu Ran pulled Cheng Maixiang from behind him.

He said, "Someone from your Tianlong Gate defrauded her money. Hand it over now; let's return the money first."

The Middle-aged Monk glanced at Cheng Maixiang and said, "I don't know what you're talking about. Our Tianlong Gate is a Buddhist holy land; it's impossible for us to engage in fraudulent activities. You've come to the wrong person."

Lu Ran raised an eyebrow.

This monk's reaction was very normal; it would be ridiculous if he directly admitted they defrauded money.

Lu Ran turned to look at Cheng Maixiang.

He asked, "Can you recognize the monk who defrauded your money? Is he here? How much money did he defraud you of?"

Unexpectedly.

Cheng Maixiang directly pointed at the Middle-aged Monk in front of her.

She said, "It's him, Master Puzhi. He defrauded my money, a total of one hundred thirty-three thousand seven hundred fifty-two yuan."

Ah?

Lu Ran was somewhat astonished; this was something he hadn't expected.

So, the swindler was this guy right in front of him?

"Cheng Maixiang! What nonsense are you talking about! When did I defraud your money? I don't even know you!" The monk suddenly shouted.

Even Lu Ran was a bit confused.

Not admitting it is one thing; a swindler naturally wouldn't admit it easily.

But why did this monk suddenly react so strongly, with such intense emotion?

It was a bit strange.

Immediately after.

After the monk finished shouting, he cautiously looked at the several high-ranking Tianlong Gate members beside him.

The eyes of the latter few were also on this Monk Puzhi.

Lu Ran suddenly understood.

It turned out that Monk Puzhi's fraud of Cheng Maixiang's money wasn't handed over to Tianlong Gate; he defrauded it privately for himself.

And looking at this situation, it seemed that the higher-ups of Tianlong Gate strictly prohibited their subordinates from engaging in private fraud.

Lu Ran found it a bit amusing.

He said, "Since you don't know her, how do you know her name is Cheng Maixiang? From beginning to end, I never mentioned her name, nor did anyone else."

"You..." Monk Puzhi suddenly choked, realizing that in his loss of composure just now, he had made such a foolish mistake.

"I didn't defraud her!" Monk Puzhi said through gritted teeth.

Alright.

He didn't even bother to explain how he knew Cheng Maixiang's name anymore.

He just kept dryly denying it.

This also caused a flurry of whispers below the stage.

"This does seem a bit off."

"Why isn't Master Puzhi explaining?"

"I, for one, trust Master Puzhi's character."

"He can't be a swindler; it's impossible for swindlers to appear in the Buddhist sect!"

"Even if he took her money, you can't call him a swindler."

...

It seemed the commotion below reminded Monk Puzhi.

Monk Puzhi quickly said, "Yes, yes, yes, I did take her money, I just didn't remember it. That money was for buying high-grade Buddhist artifacts. Those artifacts are limited edition. I gave her the opportunity, but she didn't cherish it and instead slanders me for defrauding her. Ridiculous, simply ridiculous!"

Lu Ran looked at Monk Puzhi indifferently.

He nodded.

He said, "Whatever. We're not buying it now. Return the money."

Oh, this...

Monk Puzhi frowned and said, "High-grade Buddhist artifacts are limited edition; how can you just say you want them or don't want them? This money cannot be refunded!"

Lu Ran nodded again.

He said, "That's fine then. Bring the high-grade Buddhist artifact over."

Huh?

Monk Puzhi was stunned.

"Huh what? I gave you the money, you won't refund it, and you won't give the item. What do you mean by that? Taking money without doing anything?" Lu Ran retorted.

The Daoist Association members immediately burst into laughter.

The Buddhist sect members' faces all turned extremely ugly.

In just a few words, Monk Puzhi lost his composure, and his conversation with Lu Ran was simply too weak!

Monk Puzhi stammered.

How could he have any high-grade Buddhist artifacts?

He was just looking for an excuse not to refund the money.

But now.

Lu Ran wanted the high-grade Buddhist artifact; where could he get it from?

Because it didn't exist at all!

At this moment.

The Old Monk nearby suddenly shouted, "Puzhi, return the money. Don't do these pre-order things next time. Our Tianlong Gate's high-grade Buddhist artifacts are not easily produced. If she doesn't want this opportunity, then so be it; we will select a new fated person."

Heh...

The Old Monk spoke!

Lu Ran turned and looked at the Old Monk with a smile.

He thought, 'Old man, keep showing off, I'll deal with you next!'

The Old Monk felt an inexplicable chill down his spine from Lu Ran's gaze, feeling as if he was being targeted by a venomous snake, uncomfortable all over!

Monk Puzhi had no choice but to grit his teeth and return the money to Cheng Maixiang.

Cheng Maixiang looked at the balance on her phone, a wave of excitement washing over her.

Regardless of her own illness, at least the money was returned and could be left for her father.

Lu Ran, however, felt a bit doubtful.

The world had merged.

How could these people's phones still transfer money?

It made no sense at all!

But it didn't matter anymore; in this current world, the basic currency was gold coins, so the old money was pretty much useless.

But he couldn't bear to dampen Cheng Maixiang's spirits.