Chapter Nine, Many Worries by the Pillow

Seeing that he remained silent for a long time, Qiu Lingling gently asked, "I have heard your name mentioned by them; you stole something from the emperor, didn't you?"

Jin frowned again

The result of the repeated struggles is that our esteemed Master Jin Da fell asleep on the floor while holding onto the blanket

"I do not want to go back." Qiu Lingling released him, remaining vigilant

In the stillness of the deep night, the moonlight is dim and bleak, and the chirping of crickets beneath the window makes the golden garden seem even more desolate and cold. Jin lies in bed unable to sleep, feeling quite uncomfortable. Recalling certain lively scenes, the warm figure of a beauty and her enchanting smile only add to his restlessness. He thinks to himself, perhaps it would be better to go out and spend another night.

What!

Jin nodded and said: "Three days."

Too lazy to listen to her nagging, Jin waved his hand and said: "I have long admired the name of Miss Xin Yu, may I have the fortune to behold your beauty today?"

Having eaten, will I have to reluctantly accept her from now on

The useless Jiang Xiaohu, lacking money, fond of gambling, yet extremely popular with women, is a well-known figure in the martial world. This is solely because he is the eldest grandson of the Jiang family, the wealthiest in Jiangnan. The Jiang family was exterminated a few years ago, yet this useless fellow is still living quite well, with so many women willingly supporting him, including even the courtesan.

Quickly go back, go over there to sleep

Jin was momentarily speechless, as if treating the master as a wet nurse? After a long pause, he finally took a deep breath and said: "Has no one taught you that men and women should not engage in intimate contact?"

It felt as if he were embracing a large furnace, the heat instantly spreading throughout his body. Just as Jin was about to erupt in embarrassment, he was disarmed by the words "You are truly wonderful." The reprimand that was on the tip of his tongue could no longer be shouted out, and with no way to express his frustration, he could only push her away and move outside. However, the little girl instinctively tried to cling to him, pressing even closer.

Jin almost got stabbed, which made her jump up. Unable to maintain her composure any longer, she quickly pried open the other person's hand and nearly kicked her off the bed: "What... what are you doing!"

By the time they returned to the Golden Garden, it was already deep into the night. Jin remained composed and instructed the mute servant to take Qiu Lingling to settle in, while he sent someone to summon a temple master. The news of Master Fu's offense had spread, and upon hearing that the leader had matters to discuss, the temple master arrived twice as fast as usual, standing respectfully before him, not daring to even breathe.

Is it good-looking? Happy.

Jin sneered coldly: "There is no need to reply. Three days from now, do not let me know that these two individuals are still living well."

The warblers and swallows dance and sing, countless butterflies flit by, stirring the fragrant breeze that brushes against my face, evoking a familiar atmosphere. Jin's mood has improved significantly, feeling quite content, holding a beautiful girl in his arms while being unable to do anything, what a painful situation it is. Master Jin is truly the most ineffectual leader of the Thousand-Hand Sect throughout history. Now that the young girl is asleep, he can finally sneak out to seek pleasure with the courtesan.

Under the moonlight, her small face regained its initial purity and brightness, as she blinked her large eyes, seemingly lost in thought

Seeing him lose his temper, Qiu Lingling looked innocent and said, "I called you, didn't you say Jin was coming?"

Jin returned to his senses and nodded: "Yes"

I cannot, could you please help me

The young girl lost her mother at an early age, and she is usually forbidden from going out. The only men in the household are her father and younger brother, and the madam does not take care of her. It is no wonder that no one teaches her these things; it is also not easy to discuss the matters of gender with her at this moment. It is rare for her to be so innocent; let it be, after all, there will be no outsiders in the Jin Garden.

It is so dark over there, I am afraid

Jin's body was slightly stiff as he lowered his head to look at her, his gaze flickering: "Yes, others are afraid of me; they all close the door when they see me."

Still not eating, continuing to maintain a grand and glorious image in the little girl's heart

Jin stared at her for a while, then turned and left, muttering to himself: "Unpleasant!"

Let us go

The once illustrious Jiang family? "The Sword Manual of the Daylight Wind"? Together with this person, one can obtain the extraordinary treasure that allows one to hunt in the martial arts world

Under the cold moon, two people walked briskly down the street

Qiu Lingling was delighted: "Then I will follow you from now on"

Jin is getting impatient: "Doesn't anyone in the Qiu family in the south of the city know?"

One hundred thousand taels of silver to buy a girl; as he was about to leave, Madam Cui almost worshipped him as a god of wealth. There were many wealthy merchants coming and going in the city, and it was not uncommon to have big-spending guests. The courtesan from Chunhong Courtyard was redeemed for one hundred thousand taels of silver two years ago, causing a sensation throughout the city. Since then, Madam You of Chunhong Courtyard has held her head high, going out in a luxurious carriage drawn by two horses, speaking with an air of authority as if she were the big sister in the industry. Little did she expect that such good fortune would also fall upon her, and the one bringing the luck was merely a young girl who was receiving guests for the first time, a rarity like never before. Therefore, after hearing the strict instructions not to disclose anything, she readily agreed. This girl was indeed incredibly fortunate, encountering such a wealthy patron on her very first time receiving guests.

Knowing that arguing with this naive girl was not an easy task, Jin still decided to correct her address: "I am almost twenty-four, older than you, so you cannot call me by my name. In front of others, you can call me 'big brother'..."

This compliment is much more pleasant than those flattering words, and Jin couldn't help but smile, feeling unexpectedly relaxed in her heart: "Where does your esteemed lady reside?"

Could you help me comb my hair

Due to the late hour, Qiu Lingling quickly fell into a peaceful sleep, her petite body curled up and nestled in his embrace, her shallow breaths brushing against his chest, the warmth penetrating through the undergarment, stimulating a sensitive nerve in a certain place

Qiu Lingling was delighted and quickly nestled into his arms, saying: "You are truly wonderful"

If I sleep, you can run to the bed? If it were another woman throwing herself at him, Jin would not object, but now he can only shout in anger: "Why are you here instead of in your own room?"

Qiu Lingling shook her head in confusion: "I have only kissed my father"

Hearing this name, Jin felt a stir in his heart: "Jiang Xiaohu? The useless Jiang Xiaohu?"

Why did that girl come over when she is not in the next room? Jin was still surprised, lying still and pretending to be asleep

Qiu Lingling, feeling displeased, interrupted him: "You are my friend, not my elder brother"

This master is truly a kind-hearted person, yet he put on a stern face and said, "If you follow me, you must listen to my words"

It is unacceptable! How can the esteemed leader comb a woman's hair, what kind of decorum is that

The girl's body exudes a faintly sweet fragrance, her skin tightly pressed, firm, and elastic, allowing one to even feel the undulating curves and the pulsations beneath the skin, with warmth emanating through the lingerie.

The madam continued to complain incessantly, just as she was about to turn and go upstairs, when unexpectedly, a person suddenly rushed down from above, colliding with her and causing both of them to tumble sideways towards the nearby Jin.

With so many families with the surname Qiu in the southern part of the city, how am I to know which one the esteemed master is referring to? The moderator feels wronged but does not dare to ask, and is simply on the verge of tears

"Gold is coming, where are we going?"

A soft spot deep within the heart was touched, and Jin replied, "Alright"

Qiu Lingling blinked and asked, "How old are you?"

Jin still wanted to know what method to use in this situation. He tossed a few banknotes and raised an eyebrow: "I have long admired you, and I would appreciate it if you could help me send a message."

Jin reluctantly gave up his position and said gloomily: "Sleep, do not move around."

Jin still wanted to hold his head and cry, deciding to give up on this issue, after all, no one would hear it if it didn't come from Jin Yuan, which would not tarnish the reputation of this master, so be it, so be it

Quickly cover your face with gold, for this master does not wish to let you take advantage any longer, nor does this master want to be your father, as this master is not yet twenty-four years old.

The light in the room was dim, and the little girl cautiously groped around for a while before adapting, finding the right direction. She slowly climbed onto the bed, crossed over him, and lay down inside, wrapping her arms around him, seemingly intending to fall asleep just like that

I do not intend to send you back, Jin still sighs, no further questions will be asked. The Thousand-Hand Sect teaches that some matters cannot be inquired about. If I had not eaten those few pieces of osmanthus cake back then, I would not be facing this great trouble now. It is better to take the young girl back to the sect first and discuss it later

In a moment, the door was gently pushed open a crack, and a head peeked in to take a look, then she stealthily walked in.

The Grand Master Jin felt a complex mix of emotions, even a bit irritable. He had originally come seeking pleasure, but inadvertently saved the "little friend." He felt both relieved and fearful; just thinking about almost missing that moment sent a chill down his spine

The cloak was tugged by someone, and he lowered his head

There is a lot more information now, and the forum host has noted everything down, finally feeling at ease: "Should the teacher inquire about their whereabouts?"

Qiu Lingling said: "They say you are the king of thieves"

However, the previous feeling of loneliness and desolation seems to have diminished significantly

Qiu Lingling was startled: "Aren't you asleep?"

Realizing the danger of such thoughts, Jin felt like slapping himself twice, thinking, how disgusting can you be! If it were another woman, it would be one thing, but even a child is not spared?

Qiu Lingling looked at him pitifully and said, "Father is no longer here, I won't go back, is that alright?"

He walked swiftly, while behind him, Qiu Lingling tugged at his cloak, barely managing to keep up with a light jog

Where to go? Jin, stop right there and start to seriously consider this question

Just as I was about to get up, there was a sudden noise at the door

The madam is in a difficult position: "Miss Xin is currently entertaining a guest tonight"

A foolish little girl, and the esteemed leader actually dared not take action, instead being pushed off the bed, which would become a laughingstock if it got out! Lying on the ground, Jin sadly contemplated how to make the little girl understand that casually climbing onto a man's bed is a dangerous thing. How is it that you are so fortunate to encounter a great person like me, the leader, who not only lets you pick up a burden but also gives up his sleeping place? Oh, the beautiful life I once had, free and unrestrained!

Jin had remained silent for a long time, then sighed: "I am older than you, how can you call me by my name so directly"

Hearing this nonsensical remark, the forum master felt somewhat perplexed and cautiously asked, "May I inquire which Qiu family the leader is referring to?"

Jin thought for half a day: "His family went bankrupt, Old Master Qiu passed away, and only the madam is left with her son"

Qiu Lingling feels wronged: "I sleep alone, it's scary."

Well, what does it matter if you eat? If it weren't for me, the leader of this sect, you would still be stuck in that kind of place. One hundred thousand taels of silver can buy how many women? Opening a dozen brothels would be sufficient. It is only natural for you to repay me... As the esteemed leader of the sect, I do not know how many women wish to climb into my bed. Moreover, this was offered to me voluntarily by you, so it is no wonder that I...

I will listen to you

The moderator said: "Rest assured, Master, as long as this person is present, there is nothing we cannot find, whether it be in heaven or on earth. I will send someone to investigate, and within three days, I will definitely report back to you, Master."

Qiu Lingling said: "I sleep with the wet nurse"

He pointed at her hair and said in a harsh tone, "Alright, fix my hair!"

Jin Huanlai's mind has finally begun to lose its command

"Yes, I want to be a thief with you." This was said with utmost seriousness

Gold still comes to fire: "Afraid? How did you usually sleep?"

One truly must take advantage of every opportunity. Although Jin is somewhat frustrated with the arrival of more gold, it is not overly difficult to manage. There is an abundance of silver in the Jin family, and having someone to help spend it is not a problem. After all, the young girl is relatively obedient and well-behaved. In a couple of years, as she grows up and with her good looks, it will no longer be my concern to find a suitable person for her to marry.

Upon seeing the amount on the banknote, the madam's eyes first widened, then quickly narrowed to a mere slit: "I will go right away, young master, please wait a moment. That girl is a bit stubborn, and I have no way to deal with her. It's all that useless boy Jiang Xiaohu's fault..."

"If it isn't him, then who is it!" The madam complained, "He just loiters here without a care, not knowing how much business he has cost our dear girl. That little girl treats him like a treasure, completely forgetting about me, her mother..."

The feeling of that night has returned, Jin felt like crying without tears, finally understanding that a fourteen-year-old child is also a living woman, and there is no fundamental difference from those who are eighteen or twenty years old. He suddenly realized that, in fact, loneliness is not the hardest to bear; it is the feeling of having good things in front of you but being unable to enjoy them that is truly unbearable

The madam greeted with a smile.

After half a day, she nodded and said, "You are truly impressive!"

Her long and thick hair, although tied up, cascades down her back like a small waterfall, glistening with an oily sheen. From the front, Qiu Lingling is already lively and adorable; at this moment, this simple attire, though somewhat mismatched, adds a touch of playfulness, presenting her as a charming tomboy.

Jin still pretended to be in the guise of Jin Yue, taking a couple of steps: "You know the Qiu family."

In the past, it was always the maid who would braid my hair; I do not know how to do it myself

Did you just say that? I almost fainted when I saw the gold. It must be referring to me, the one who kindly picked up a burden and carried it

The gold is coming back

The soft jade warms in my embrace, yet upon your return, I feel my entire body stiffen, almost moved to tears. You, however, remain unperturbed, devoid of distractions, while I, the leader, am merely a perfectly normal man. Is this not a deliberate provocation to lead me astray? ... I have only eaten a few pieces of osmanthus cake, must you torment me so? Day after day, playing the role of Liu Xia Hui, it is inevitable that I will develop issues...

Being called by the little ones, I have to be a wet nurse and also a maid? What about my imposing image! Jin gritted her teeth, carelessly tying her long, black, silky hair with a red string at the top of her head, maliciously thinking, I won't do it either; if it looks bad, it's your misfortune.

What is it called! Hearing the clear and unceremonious address, Jin finally found a place to vent the anger he had been holding in for an entire night. Aside from that old fellow, who would dare to directly call the name of this sect leader to his face? Now, being casually mentioned by a little girl, what kind of decorum is that!