Ye Xiu could clearly see through Ma Tengkong's intentions and spoke seriously, "Ma Tengkong, people change. I'm not the same Ye Xiu I was ten years ago. You won't get any advantage from me, so stop wasting your efforts."
His words were direct, exposing Ma Tengkong's motives and effectively burning their bridges. Anyone else would have left in embarrassment, but Ma Tengkong was a different breed. Showing no sign of disappointment, he maintained his playful grin. "Bro, I don't like the sound of that. Am I the kind of person who likes to take advantage of others?"
"You are!" Ye Xiu declared.
"That was in the past." Ma Tengkong adopted a solemn tone. "I'll admit, I used to be a bit greedy for petty gains. But like you said, people change. I'm not like that anymore. I came here today with a sincere desire to help you."
"I don't need your help," Ye Xiu said, his patience wearing thin.
