Section 2, women disguised as men

Yi Han could not help but laugh heartily, "Xiao Er, you are quite clever, knowing how to achieve a lasting solution"

In the bustling city center, I found an inn. I glanced at the sign, "Guanyue Building," which sounds quite elegant, but I am unsure about its quality

Waving his hand, the shop assistant hurried over with a respectful expression, "What may I do for you, esteemed guest"

Yi Han smiled faintly, choosing to highlight strengths while downplaying weaknesses. Since you are a wealthy person, there is no need to compete in that regard; let us compare feelings instead

Yi Han nodded; this Lantern Festival in Jinling was his opportunity to showcase his talents. However, he wondered whether the women of this metropolis would be as coy and affected as those in the small mountain village. He instructed the innkeeper to arrange a private room for himself

Yi Han nodded slightly, "You still haven't answered my question, when will the Qinhuai Flower begin?" This was the issue he was most concerned about. Titles like 'young master', 'pervert', or 'scoundrel' were merely labels; he was completely indifferent to them, having grown numb to such terms after hearing them so often.

Two graceful young men descended the staircase, immediately capturing the attention of everyone in the lobby. They exuded elegance and possessed a demeanor akin to beautiful jade, particularly one of them, whose skin was whiter and more delicate than water, and whose features were more refined than white clouds

Having ordered some snacks and drinks, he was savoring them slowly when he overheard a nearby table of several elegantly dressed young men discussing what seemed to be the Qinhuai Lantern Festival and the Ten Beauties of Qinhuai

Yi Han wore a displeased expression; he had never been neglected by anyone before. These three individuals completely disregarded him, not even casting a glance in his direction.

Suddenly, a glimmer flashed in his eyes, as if he could see through the clothing of these women. Hmph, is he teasing women? Yet, he has been reformed for many years.

Yi Han was not angry; he remained calm and composed. He took a silver ingot from his pocket and handed it to the shop assistant, saying politely, "Young man, I wonder if I may enter now"

The man in white struck again, and without much movement of his hand, the burly man let out a pained cry, clutching his nose and wailing. His mind was still relatively clear, and he knew to flee. Yi Han watched the burly man's panicked retreat and sighed, "I told you there would be retribution, but you refused to believe it"

After listening for a while, I understood what was happening. The Qinhuai River boats, the courtesans and entertainers, what a wonderful scene that is

I want to say that hetushu.com, we should not resort to violence, but rather discuss reason. In fact, he is the person in the village who is the least reasonable.

The young attendant smiled and said, "Esteemed guest, I sincerely apologize. The last available room in our establishment has just been reserved by this young gentleman," pointing a finger at Yi Han.

Yi Han was taken aback; such a cool person must be hired as a bodyguard, no matter the cost.

Standing on the street, a pair of eyes, seemingly intoxicated yet awake, never straying from the passing young ladies. Since that time at the age of eleven, today he once again felt that same excitement. The skin, as delicate as ice and snow, the slender and enchanting waist that could hardly be grasped, the beautiful and elegant gaze, the charmingly lovely demeanor, the alluring and graceful body—every key detail did not escape his sight. It was truly overwhelming, and his spirit instantly perked up, though he did not forget to wipe his nose with his hand. Fortunately, it was dry.

Yi Han sat comfortably, crossing his legs, and said with a smile: "Big guy, I originally reserved this room first, why are you being unreasonable? Don't you fear retribution?"

Why? In fact, he still thinks this outfit is quite unique. Er Niuzi won Xiao Dan'er’s heart by relying on this very outfit.

The Han man, seeing Yi Han's blatant disregard for him, could not contain his anger and said: "You little brat, you are seeking death by daring to lecture me"

Yi Han maintained a calm demeanor and ignored the scarred face, displaying an indifference that others were reluctant to challenge. He said to the shop assistant, "Take me there, I wish to rest"

The shopkeeper was at a loss for what to do on the spot; one was Mr. Qian, and the other was the villainous gentleman. Offending either of them would not be a viable option.

The shopkeeper, with a joyful expression, respectfully said to Yi Han: "The Ten Beauties of Qinhuai are all well-versed in poetry, prose, music, chess, calligraphy, painting, and various performances, as well as music and dance. Moreover, each one is a stunning beauty. Unfortunately, I cannot go there." As he finished speaking, the shopkeeper's face was filled with a look of regret.

The man from the Han dynasty was sweating profusely, and it would be as easy as lifting a hand to take his life.

The charming young man waved his folding fan and said lightly, "He is not an ordinary person; it would be more appropriate for me to invite him personally"

Yi Han smiled at it, which is a common ailment among all men. The more unattainable something is, the more it inspires endless imagination. One might ask: "If others can go, why can't you go to hetushucom.com"

Upon hearing these words, Yi Han perked up his ears

Sword Maiden said: "I cannot be certain; I live by the sword and wield it with my qi. This can only be determined through a contest. However, if my master were to intervene, he would surely be able to subdue this person"

Qinhuai Lantern Festival

It seems that this strong man is about to fight him, but he is not skilled at fighting men; he only fights with women

The sword-wielding lady respectfully said, "The young master is waiting in the elegant room; I will go and invite them."

The man in white suddenly felt something, glanced lightly at Ning Jian, and then his expression became as indifferent as water, as if he were unaware.

The shopkeeper was taken aback and said, "Young master, your words are mistaken. Just because I have not seen it does not mean that others have not. The Jiangnan region has historically produced many beauties, and to stand out among them as the foremost is certainly not due to ordinary looks"

Ning Xiang was quite surprised, offering a faint smile. However, Ning Jian beside her shot a cold glance at the man due to his rudeness, exuding a murderous aura

"Little one, when does the Qinhuai Lantern Festival begin?" Yi Han asked casually.

Money is indeed a good thing, he instructed: "Waiter, please take good care of this donkey for me and give it some fine fodder, as I still need it for transportation"

Sword Maiden said: "Does the young master wish to ... ... "

The burly man opened his eyes wide and glared at the man in white, angrily saying: "You brat, are you so bored that you dare to meddle in others' affairs"

Upon seeing the silver, the shopkeeper's eyes lit up, and he immediately changed his demeanor, respectfully saying: "My lord, please come in. I beg your pardon for my lack of discernment."

Let us go and invite him to share a drink with us

After a moment of surprise, the shopkeeper suddenly understood Yi Han's meaning and said: "Young master, I certainly won't spend money on those courtesans. I am saving money to marry a wife and enjoy a lifetime together"

The burly man let out a furious shout, making a swift motion with his hand. However, the man in white was a step ahead, lightly flicking the thirty-pound broadsword. By the time the burly man grasped the hilt, the blade had already shattered into numerous fragments, leaving him with only the hilt in his hand. Startled, the burly man realized that he had encountered a master among masters today. Such skill was something even his own master might not be able to achieve. Who exactly was this man, who had effortlessly accomplished this feat, leaving him in a state of panic and dismay.

The Ten Beauties of Qinhuai

The man, with a cold and arrogant expression, said indifferently: "Honestly, I particularly dislike people like you, especially those who bully the weak."

He walked up to the man in white, slapped the table, and a one-hundred-tael silver note appeared on the table. Seeing that the man in white remained unmoved, he slapped the table again and shouted: "Five hundred taels"

Seeing the shop assistant's lackluster demeanor, Yi Han comforted him, saying: "Don't be disheartened; at this rate, just one more year of praise will suffice"

A beautiful garment is essential to highlight the young master's refined elegance and striking appearance, as well as to attract the attention of those courtesans, inviting them into the inner chamber to share a delightful evening. As he spoke, the shopkeeper lowered his voice increasingly, wearing a knowing smile that suggested mutual understanding.

Sitting closely beside the man in white, she reached out her hand to embrace his shoulder

Yi Han smiled gently and asked, "How do you know that each one is a stunning beauty if you have never seen them?"

The shop assistant, seeing Yi Han praise him, wore a proud expression and said, "Yes, many people praise me for being clever"

Upon entering the inn, I found an unoccupied spot to sit down. At this moment, the establishment was bustling with patrons, indicating a thriving business. From time to time, wealthy young gentlemen arrived in horse-drawn carriages accompanied by their servants. A closer look at the people in the main hall revealed that most were scholars or young gentry, although there were also a few rough-looking, uncouth men from the rivers and lakes, who constituted only a very small portion of the crowd.

Yi Han was just about to come over to thank the man in white, but the man did not even glance at him and returned to his seat.

The man in white did not turn his head, coldly stating: "I will not go," and then ignored him.

The shopkeeper sighed heavily, "To meet the Ten Beauties of Qinhuai is no easy task. The minimum overnight fee for any one of them is at least 100 taels. I have saved for three years, and with the 85 taels just given by the young master, how can I possibly afford to go?"

The charming young man smiled and said: "He is just a young man, not worthy of her esteemed attention. However, this person possesses a captivating aura, which piques my interest. I wonder if he could be of use to me"

Ning Jian took out a banknote and placed it on the table, on which were written three large characters: ten thousand taels. This made Yi Han take a deep breath and suddenly fall silent.

The shopkeeper, overjoyed by Yi Han's praise, introduced: "These ten beauties are all the top performers from various art academies, each one a rare and exquisite beauty. Many charming talents flock to Jinling just to admire the grace of these lovely ladies"

The charming young man smiled and said, "How delightful, how delightful! It's my first time in Jinling and I encounter such an interesting person."

The charming young man smiled and said, "What you mean is that person is even more formidable than you, right"

Ning Jian, who was beside Ning, gave a subtle glance.

Suddenly, a cold voice came through, "Then let me try your reasoning." The speaker was a young gentleman, handsome and elegant, with a face like beautiful jade, dressed in white.

As the burly man was about to strike, he could only resort to the technique of the "Milk Dragon Claw." "Wait a moment," Yi Han raised his hand, leaving the burly man in a daze. "Are you about to deliver your last words?"

At this moment, a burly man said loudly, "Waiter, prepare a room for me." He was a tall and strong figure, with a broad back and a sturdy waist. A scar ran across his face, giving him a fierce appearance, and it was clear at a glance that he was not someone to be trifled with

This statement is not something Yi Han would appreciate. What does it mean to bully the useless? Then he would also become useless. With a serious tone, he addressed the man in white: "Your words are misguided, young master. A gentleman uses words, not fists; those who resort to violence are not gentlemen."

On the street, pedestrians bustle about, and the donkey cannot push through the crowd, so Yihan has no choice but to dismount, and together with the donkey, they exert their combined effort.

Above, there are two elegantly dressed young men, both with faces as beautiful as jade, admiring the scene. One of them is exceptionally handsome, yet somewhat frail, with features that are overly delicate and charming.

Upon arriving at the entrance, I was stopped by the shopkeeper at the door, "Country bumpkin, go away, I have no time to entertain you. This is Guanyue Tower, a place where ordinary people cannot afford to spend."

"Yes, yes, yes, my lord, you can rest assured. I guarantee your satisfaction. Please, come inside first," the innkeeper nodded repeatedly, thinking to himself that wealthy people do not show their true selves. Riding a little donkey, indeed, reflects extraordinary taste. After receiving the tip from Yi Han, the innkeeper silently praised him.

Sword Maiden: "Miss, " before she could finish her words, was coldly glared at by the charming young man. The Sword Maiden quickly changed her words and said: "Young Master, I cannot discern her depth."

The man let out a cold laugh and said, "If you want to reason, that's fine, but you should ask the big knife in my hand. If you have the ability, you can reason however you like." After saying this, he forcefully threw a large knife weighing approximately 30 kilograms onto the table, causing the sturdy wooden table to immediately crack.

The two individuals exchanged cold glances, completely disregarding Yi Han as if he were transparent

Yi Han and Zhao both laughed and said: "Gentlemen, this bodyguard is someone I just hired," pointing to the stack of banknotes on the table, "Do you see that? Five hundred taels. There's no other way; we are simply wealthy and generous.

The man from the Han dynasty, enraged, threatened: "Waiter, if you dare to take him there, I will break your legs first." He then turned to glare at Yi Han and said: "Kid, I suggest you be sensible. Are you not afraid that I will tear you into pieces?" As he spoke, he cracked his knuckles.

Yi Han was also taken aback; it is indeed remarkable that there are individuals in this world with such extraordinary abilities. It seems that this journey was not in vain, as it has at least broadened my horizons

Tomorrow, the lantern festival will begin," the shopkeeper glanced at Yihan from head to toe and gently shook his head, saying, "Young master, if you wish to attend the Qinhuai flower festival, you must change into a different outfit before going

The burly man shouted, "What? It's been decided. Who dares to compete with me for the room? Do you know who I am?" The scar-faced man glared fiercely at Yi Han

The two approached the seat occupied by the man in white. The charming young man smiled at the man in white and said, "I am Ning Xiang, and this is my family sword, Ning Jian. I have just seen your extraordinary demeanor and am greatly impressed. I have come specifically to invite you upstairs for a drink. What do you say?" He completely ignored Yi Han, who was standing beside him.

The charming young man smiled gently and said, "Where did your thoughts wander? I merely wish to recruit him as my subordinate for my own use. However, observing this person's pride and arrogance, I fear it may not be easy."

With a gentle smile, "You little rascal, you certainly know quite a lot. What do you think of the ten beauties of Qinhuai?" A piece of broken silver was handed over.

The beautiful young man, known as the Sword Maiden, calmly replied: "It is possible, but I fear it will not be so easy"

The shopkeeper said with a flattering expression: "Young master, so you are here to attend the Qinhuai Lantern Festival." The shopkeeper changed his address for Yi Han from 'master' to 'young master', as the term 'young master' is sufficiently elegant for matters of romance and pleasure.

At this moment, the overly charming young master was watching this scene with a knowing smile and said, "Sword Maiden, if it were you, could you accomplish this?"

"Get lost," came the cold voice, ringing in his ears and leaving him deafened, causing him to tumble down from his chair