Chapter 4, Jade Stone Workshop

Although the Huang family has fallen from grace, it was once a prominent family, and a dead camel is still larger than a horse. The jade and stone business is particularly enviable. It is precisely because the elder of the Huang family has passed away that there is no one to take charge of the situation. The Su and Chen families, both prominent families in Liulin, have long coveted the Huang family's jade and stone business, and they could no longer restrain themselves. Under the joint pressure of the two families, the Huang family's jade and stone business has plummeted, and it now faces the danger of bankruptcy

Seeing how understanding Huang Yu was, Zhao Wan'er felt happy in her heart. She took the porcelain bowl and drank it all, then set it aside: "Xiao Yu, you have become so considerate, I am very happy. From now on, my Huang family will rely on you. I hope you will not disappoint your grandfather's expectations of you. Do you understand?"

The risks of gambling on stones are immense; some become wealthy overnight, while others lose everything. However, the majority of people end up losing and failing, with only a very small number able to profit from gambling on stones. Despite this, countless individuals flock to jade shops to gamble on stones, demonstrating the allure of this practice.

This beautiful young woman is named Zhao Wan'er, and she is Huang Yu's aunt. Currently, the entire Huang family consists only of Huang Yu and his aunt Zhao Wan'er. If she were to find out that her nephew is still a counterfeit goods dealer, one can only imagine what would happen.

Since they were so insistent and he himself lacked an identity, Huang Yu thought to himself that he might as well impersonate someone for a while. With this in mind, Huang Yu did not refuse.

After gaining a general understanding of the Huang family, Huang Yu prepared to visit the jade shop.

"Young Master, please come in." Upon hearing the voice, a person emerged from within. He had a grizzled beard and appeared to be around sixty years old. However, Huang Yu could not sense any trace of martial energy from him. This old man seemed extraordinary. A probing technique revealed that, like Zheng Zhong, the only information he could discern was that the old man's name was Huang Dashi, while everything else remained unknown.

"You... you, Manager Huang, how can you speak to the young master like this? The young master is now the head of the Huang family, and everything belongs to him. How can you act this way?" Lin Fu, seeing Huang Dashih's attitude, felt dissatisfied. No matter what, Huang Yu is the young master of the Huang family, the only bloodline left of the Huang family. The business of the Huang family should be handed over to him. Yet Huang Dashih speaks in such a tone, which is naturally against the rules. Lin Fu, at times angry and indignant, thus scolded him.

Currently, the Huang family is being pressured by the Su and Chen families, resulting in a decline in business at their doorstep. Occasionally, a few people can be seen, but it is quite desolate. In contrast, the Su and Chen families are thriving, with bustling business and a constant flow of people, creating a lively atmosphere

Through his understanding, Huang Yu also learned that the Huang family in Liulin originally belonged to a prominent family in Liulin Town. However, due to a mishap in the old master of the Huang family's cultivation, and with the family being thin in numbers, the current Huang family has fallen into decline, leaving only a single descendant. Coincidentally, that person is also named Huang Yu, which saves him the trouble of changing his name

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The so-called stone gambling refers to the buying and selling of unprocessed raw stones. This practice carries significant risks, but the potential profits are also substantial. High-quality jade can be extremely expensive, while the prices of raw stones are relatively much lower. Therefore, stone gambling serves as a good method for both merchants and ordinary martial artists to leverage small investments for larger gains

In the distance, there are several jade shops, among which the two largest are Su Ji and Chen Ji, which are on par with Huang Ji Jade Shop, making them the three largest jade shops on this street in Liulin Town

"Yuer, you have returned." Huang Yu was about to use his probing technique to check the other person's information when unexpectedly, the woman suddenly embraced him.

Liu Town, as a large town and a hub for jade, is naturally very prosperous, significantly wealthier than an average county seat. Moreover, it is not uncommon for spiritual stones to appear here. Spiritual stones are the most precious items for cultivators; if a Qi Refinement stage cultivator obtains a spiritual stone, even with poor aptitude, there is an eighty percent chance that they can reach the Innate level. Furthermore, it is not uncommon for spiritual stones to appear here. Spiritual stones are the most precious items for cultivators; if a Qi Refinement stage cultivator obtains a spiritual stone, even with poor aptitude, there is an eighty percent chance that they can reach the Innate level.

"Yuer, you... you don't recognize me anymore, I... I am your aunt?" The graceful woman released Huang Yu, her voice indeed trembling slightly

This old man is a master, undoubtedly a master, this is Huang Yu's first impression

"Manager Huang, why aren't you coming out to greet him? The young master has arrived," Lin Fu shouted before even entering the door

After a long while, Zhao Wan'er finally regained consciousness

Four riders galloped along the way, and after two hours, they finally arrived at Liulin Town

Aunt, you see, although I have lost some memories, I will definitely carry on the Huang family's legacy and make the Huang family the largest family in Liulin Town, and even in Zhongyuan Country. Huang Yu said to Zhao Wan'er in front of him with a firm tone

"Lost memory? Oh heavens, why treat me and the Huang family this way - picture - book." Upon hearing this, the beautiful woman immediately fainted.

This is a jade street, where all jade transactions in Liulin Town take place. There are hundreds of jade shops of various sizes along the entire street, with the majority controlled by the three prominent families: the Su, Chen, and Huang families. Among them, the Su family holds the largest share, followed by the Chen family, and the Huang family comes last. As for the other smaller jade shops, they can generally be disregarded.

"Good, good, Yu'er has great ambition. I believe your grandfather would be pleased if he knew from the afterlife." Zhao Wan'er was overjoyed; although she had lost some memories, the current Huang Yu was even more likable.

"Young Master, this is the jade shop of the Huang family," Lin Fu said as he brought Huang Yu to a jade shop. The sign read 'Huang Ji Jade Shop,' with characters that flowed like dragons and snakes, exuding an extraordinary presence. It can be inferred that the person who originally wrote this sign was not an ordinary individual

Jade Stone Market, as the name suggests, is a place for buying and selling jade stones. Of course, there is also an exhilarating aspect, which is stone gambling

Huang Dashi seems to have a prejudice against Huang Yu; although he came out to greet him, his tone was very cold, clearly indicating that he has little fondness for Huang Yu

Upon arriving at the Huang family's doorstep, I saw a woman in a yellow dress approaching quickly from a distance. The woman was graceful and enchanting, evoking a sense of rippling emotions within me

Therefore, once spiritual stones appear, it becomes a significant matter. The prosperity of Liulin Town is largely due to the abundance of spiritual stones produced there. However, in the past decade or so, no spiritual stones have been found in Liulin Town, resulting in a considerable decrease in the number of cultivators visiting the area

As the sole descendant of the Huang family, Huang Yu was naturally spoiled to an extraordinary degree. A few days ago, while Huang Yu was out enjoying himself, an unfortunate incident occurred, resulting in his disappearance, and the patriarch of the Huang family subsequently passed away.

Aunt, are you alright? Here, take this medicine." Huang Yu held the medicine and brought it to Zhao Wan'er’s lips

"Who are you? Please let me go for now." Although being embraced by a beautiful woman was comfortable, and the faint fragrance along with the soft, full sensation was quite memorable, Huang Yu knew that this was not the right time.

At this moment, Zheng Zhong explained: "Miss, the young master may have encountered some events that led to his memory loss"

"Young Master, please find a place to sit yourself," Huang Dashih said in a calm tone. "If the Young Master has come to ask for money, then it would be better for him to refrain from speaking. The business at the jade shop has plummeted, and there is no surplus money available for the Young Master to spend."