Chapter 6, This Young Lady Will Employ Her Ingenious Methods Again (Part 1)

Zhu Yuan let out a hearty laugh

The people around Zhu Yuan simultaneously stepped forward, forming a semi-encirclement that trapped them in the middle. Upon seeing them advance, the several burly men exchanged glances, and the man who had already shaken the chains let out a loud sound as he dropped the chains to the ground and turned to look at the official

Before anyone could approach, a clear voice was heard: "Ladies and gentlemen, there is nothing in this world that is not extraordinary. This item in my hand, I do not dare to claim it is unique in the world, but at the very least, it can rank among the top three in the list of extraordinary items!"

Upon hearing this, Zhu Yuan could not help but feel greatly intrigued. Yang Shu said, "Haha, I would like to see for myself what kind of extraordinary object this is, to boldly claim that it ranks among the top three on the list of wonders!"

At that moment, a commotion arose ahead. Zhu Yuan closed his folding fan and asked, "What is happening?" After saying this, he strode forward.

Moreover, although their clothing is not thin, each of them possesses a delicate figure, subtly revealing yet further igniting one's imagination

He glared at his subordinate: "Are you deaf? Why haven't you captured this female bandit yet!" He initially intended to apprehend Zhu Yuan as well, but being intimidated by the noble aura surrounding him, he changed his mind at the critical moment

Zhu Yuan smiled faintly, his eyes turning towards the young girl holding the jade box. Slowly, a glimmer of brilliance flickered in his eyes, and after a moment, a smile appeared on his face

Seeing Zhu Yuan and the others exuding an extraordinary presence, the young girl’s eyes lit up as she approached them holding a jade basin. Zhu Yuan, being a martial artist with exceptional eyesight, immediately became very interested upon his first glance. It was only when Uncle Yang had the jade ring placed before him that he began to express his astonishment.

As the official took a drink, several burly men stepped forward, one of them seizing the middle-aged man, while two others strode towards the young girl

The young girl was taken aback and exclaimed sharply, "Wait a moment." Seeing them stop, she turned to the official and angrily asked, "Why are you arresting us?" Her voice was delicate and melodious, and even when filled with anger, it stirred a sense of longing in the hearts of those who heard it

Zhu Yuancao took a closer look and saw a young girl smiling gently at the crowd, her delicate hand resting on a small jade qin in front of her. Beside her, another girl wore a sorrowful expression, gazing up at the crescent moon in the sky. On her jade-like cheeks, a half-drop of tear lingered, poised to fall, evoking a sense of pity in those who beheld her.

The young girl pointed at his nose and exclaimed, "You are talking nonsense! You corrupt official, having set your sights on a young woman's treasures, you are fabricating excuses!"

The official's face alternated between green and white, as he fixed his gaze intently on Zhu Yuan and Yang Shu, his expression filled with confusion, clearly unable to make a decision. Just as he gritted his teeth and prepared to leave, he caught sight of the jade ring in the girl's hand, and his heart sank once more.

As soon as she spoke, the young girl shot him an angry glance. She indignantly said, "You wish! You think you can exchange my treasure for such a trivial matter. Hmph, you are not a good person either"

Jinling boasts a picturesque landscape, being the most prosperous place under heaven

Behind the sorrowful young girl, a woman is dancing gracefully. Her cherry lips are slightly parted, as if she is about to sing, and her shifting gaze seems to look at the lord and others with both affection and indifference. The last woman, however, has an expressionless face; yet, a strong light emanates from her hands, in which she is toying with a gleaming long sword. The brilliance of the sword complements the coldness in her eyes. The last woman, however, has an expressionless face; yet, a strong light emanates from her hands, in which she is toying with a gleaming long sword. The brilliance of the sword complements the coldness in her eyes.

Zhu Yuan chuckled lightly, waving the folding fan in his hand a few times, and said leisurely: "Indeed, it is a pity that the daughters of good families do not easily go out to the streets; otherwise, it would be a feast for the eyes."

Entering the city of Jinling, the most prominent sensation is the bustling atmosphere. The nobleman, hailing from the capital, may not feel much about this liveliness, yet the fragrant aromas of food wafting through the streets and the scent of cosmetics greatly impress him

Zhu Yuan glanced at the jade ring in her hand and smiled, "So, is the treasure in your hand intended as a reward?"

At that moment, a portly man dressed as an official approached with several burly men. He leered at the young girl holding the jade box, grinned widely, revealing a set of yellow teeth, and shouted: "Bring them to me! Lock them up!"

The official had been sizing up Zhu Yuan and the others, and he initially displayed a hint of confusion on his face. At this moment, seeing the couple flirting openly in front of him, completely disregarding his presence, he could not help but shout angrily: "What a bold young man! How dare you be so disrespectful in front of me!"

The official clearly shared this sentiment, as he looked the young girl up and down with a smug smile, extending his chubby hand to caress her face. The girl leaned back, evading his touch. However, her face already bore an expression of gritted teeth!

The official's expression darkened as he exclaimed, "What are you still standing there for? Take these thieves of my property back!"

Zhu Yuan looked at her with a smile, took half a step forward, and gently said to the astonished young girl, "Are you asking me?"

The girl's expression changed slightly; she pouted and let out a heavy hum, yet did not respond to him. It seemed that agreeing to her own request of him would be a rather awkward matter

The official gazed at her with a lewd expression and said, "Why have I arrested you?" He pointed at the jade ring and continued, "You came to my residence, stole my family heirloom, and brazenly displayed it here. You still ask me why I have arrested you?"

The young girl, her eyes blazing with anger, turned her head and looked at Zhu Yuan with tear-filled eyes, saying pitifully: "Young Master, this person has set his sights on my treasure and wants to take it for himself. Young Master, I beg you to help me!"

Uncle Yang occasionally showed a look of astonishment on his face. Glancing at the unperturbed Zhu Yuan, he whispered, "Sir, this item is truly unparalleled in the world. The Emperor is about to celebrate his grand birthday; if this item were to be presented as a birthday gift, it would be exceptional."

She was clearly extremely angry, breathing heavily, and as she gasped, her beautiful eyes shimmered, and her jade-like face flushed a deep red. Upon witnessing this, Zhu Yuan felt a stir in his heart and thought: Truly, she is a rare beauty

This jade ring is clear and transparent; upon closer inspection, one can see five colorful clouds swirling within it. However, what is even more astonishing is that inside the jade ring, there are four young girls, either sitting or standing. These girls display a range of expressions, from frowns to smiles, and from sadness to joy. Not only are their postures varied, but each one is also exceptionally beautiful.

The place surrounded by the crowd is in front of a large restaurant. Zhu Yuan and the others squeezed over to take a look and saw a middle-aged man standing nearby, speaking eloquently. Beside him, a tall and beautiful young woman dressed in red was holding a jade basin, on which rested a crystal circular ring.

These four young girls each have expressions as vivid as those of real people, making one feel as if a faint fragrance is wafting from the tip of the nose upon a glance

The streets are filled with a variety of snacks, most of which are exquisitely crafted, making one salivate just by looking at their appearance. On the streets, one can often see young scholars with delicate features and fair skin. A man in blue remarked, "These people from Jiangnan are truly too refined; even the men are more handsome than the women from the north"

Uncle Yang's voice of surprise rang out: "Grandfather, quickly look, these women have expressions that change, truly a marvel of craftsmanship"

The several burly men stepped forward, one of them raising the chain in his hand, ready to ensnare the girl's neck. At that moment, however, the girl was still pouting and glaring at Zhu Yuan, wearing an expression of anger, as if she had not noticed the chain at all