Indeed, he was Qian Duoduo from the rumors, identifiable not only by his upside-down beard but also by the patina-covered walnuts he rolled in his hand.
Observing his skilled maneuvers and nimble joints, Jing Shu knew this man must have toyed with many things before. She wondered if he might do the same with anything—or anyone—that caught his disfavor.
Only then did Qian Duoduo shift his gaze to Jing Shu, a satisfied expression appearing on his face. At least she was dressed cleanly; he wouldn't dare eat food made by someone who smelled.
With a friendly smile, Qian Duoduo said, "Thank you for your efforts. This must be Miss Jing, right? I've heard your ice cream is delicious, so I specifically asked Minister Niu to invite you here. However, my son is allergic to some additives, so we need to test the ingredients first."
