Chapter 6: Red Dragon Tooth
A few knocks of varying lengths were heard, and the door opened to reveal a face with a thick beard, the forehead glistening with sweat in a state of anxiety. "Sean is about to give up, the medicine is ineffective, I have no way left..."
They will be fine; that woman is not accompanied by a companion, and she is certainly not of noble birth. Reporting to the police would only result in extortion by the security forces, as those guys would not let a fat sheep go. Pan is quick and agile, working seamlessly with partners from the slums, and is quite confident in her actions.
The slender figure has vanished without a trace, leaving only the empty corridor, so quiet that one can hear the heartbeat. He has a gun cocked in his hand, yet there is no sense of threat from falling into a trap; his gaze is suddenly drawn to something.
The elegant goddess, with a compassionate countenance, holds a scale to arbitrate the fates of mortals. The scale is adorned with a sword and a scepter, symbolizing judgment and honor. Due to the passage of time, the statue has become somewhat fragmented, yet its majesty remains intact
I did not steal from the noblewoman. Look at that woman carrying a pile of things; I guess she must be wealthy. Without his usual cleverness and cunning, Pan candidly admitted, "I had Daibi pinch her five-year-old sister, pulling at that woman's clothes and crying. Taking advantage of their entanglement, I made my move, and by the time they noticed, I had already jumped out of the car"
The man experienced a moment of distraction, quickly regaining his composure. He hastened his steps, silently rounding a corner, and suddenly came to a halt, his sharp pupils narrowing abruptly
The man followed him discreetly, maintaining a distance, like an accidental passerby
"Sa, this is the Red Dragon Tooth." Observing his friend's extreme reaction, the man wore a slight smile
The man offered a few words of comfort and then fell silent. After crying for a while, Pan finally stopped and wiped his nose. And the books.
In the city of Xiuwa, the primary duty of the guard is to escort powerful nobles during their outings or late returns, while also extorting vendors for profit. Due to the poor security, local civilians would never venture out alone with large sums of money, making it rare for Pan to encounter such good fortune
"Young and beautiful, perhaps she is the mistress of some wealthy businessman." As her emotions settled, Pan returned to her usual loquacious self. "Her waist is also very slim, but I didn't have the chance to touch it."
Soon, the Red Dragon Tooth was carefully taken out from the pristine crystal casing and placed into a silk pouch, which was then securely tied. Following this, under the watchful eyes of the crowd, it was respectfully presented to a young lady.
The silver-gray trench coat wrapped around her slender figure, and her short black hair was cut very thin, accentuating the beauty of her delicate white neck. The captivating silhouette did not draw any additional attention from the pursuer; the sharp focus was solely on the small section of silk pouch that peeked out from the top of the bag.
Pan!" he said in a low voice, his gaze sweeping towards the dark alley. "Is someone chasing you?"
Even in the most prestigious store in Xiuwa, there are not many who can afford such an expensive item. Everyone in the store turned to look, but unfortunately, her back was turned, obscuring her appearance. All that could be heard was the shop assistant's courteous inquiry about whether she required the complimentary security escort. The lady shook her head, took a silk pouch to place in her bag, and pushed the door open to walk out.
The young woman walked briskly through the market and stepped onto the outer corridor of the grand temple
A boy of sixteen or seventeen looked up in panic, his heavy breathing and flushed face revealing that he was exhausted, as if he had been running wildly, with sweat dripping from the tips of his hair
After a long silence, the man sighed. "What kind of clothes was that woman wearing?"
Kai Xi was unable to leave the base and repeatedly requested her to purchase and send back to m.hetushu.com the gift for her sister's wedding in the capital. Such a request, filled with familial affection and difficult to refuse, left Lin Yi Lan with no choice but to comply
The Temple of Xiuwa was originally built to worship ancient deities, with its square stones standing majestically, though the straight lines have begun to show signs of wear. From deep within the temple, the distant hymns praising the deities resonate, ethereal and elusive. The lady strolls through the empty outer corridor, never looking back, as sunlight casts a grid of shadows from the massive columns, with only the soft sound of her heels echoing in the flickering light.
The pale golden silk pouch was tucked into my bosom, stifling the words of complaint. I glared for a moment, reflexively sprang up, but forgot I was at the doorway, and with a bang, I collided with the door frame, wincing in pain. "This... this is..."
The chaotic slum softened slightly under the caress of the setting sun, and the hurried man was well-acquainted with the narrow alleys that were densely woven like a spider's web, quickly stopping in front of an old house
Seeing the boy gasping for breath and unable to speak, he curled his index finger and let out a whistle. The sound quickly echoed through the empty alley, followed by another distant whistle that was transmitted in succession. Moments later, it returned in a different tone.
He appears to be focused on the merchandise, yet in reality, he is discreetly observing the store's security. Occasionally, his gaze sweeps across, landing several times on the golden-red dragon's tooth, regarded as the store's treasure, encased under the crystal dome in the center of the shop
Under the soft lighting of the exquisitely decorated boutique, the man's dangerous aura was completely subdued, resembling that of an ordinary civilian. After a moment of inconspicuous observation, Lin Yilan was already able to ascertain the other party's objective
He walked closer step by step until he stood in front of the goddess
I am not lying to you, look! Pan hurriedly tried to prove his point, flipping over the money pouch and shaking it, causing more than ten gold coins to fall out
At the end of the corridor stands a life-sized statue of the Goddess of Fate
"Rest assured, he can't die even if he wants to now." Knowing that time is of the essence, Sa stopped pressing for answers and busied himself with his tasks, while his curiosity clawed at him like a cat's paw, peeking out again after a moment. "Don't leave just yet; let me finish up first."
The man fell silent for a moment
The silver-gray silhouette was tinted warm gold by the setting sun, the beautiful profile soft and vivid. She took a paper bag from the chestnut vendor, tucked it into her bosom, chased a few steps, and jumped onto the slowly passing streetcar
Shaped like a tooth, approximately half a foot long, adorned with numerous fine roots, its entire body is a pleasing golden red. It is the best healing elixir, growing only in pristine jungles, extremely rare, and priced higher than gold. In the most luxurious shops in the city, there is only one piece, set against black velvet, resembling a piece of art carved from a ruby.
As her wandering thoughts returned to the shopkeeper's incessant sales pitch, Lin Yilan seriously contemplated which crystal cup would be more to Jasmine's liking, examining the subtle differences in the natural ice cracks, diligently selecting her purchases. ... Lapis lazuli bracelets, wave-patterned crystal cups, hand-woven cloud silk square carpets, dream night-blooming cereus dew ... ... The long shopping list made Lin Yilan want to sigh; her original intention was merely to visit an old friend she hadn't seen in a long time, but the result was—
The style is exceptionally elegant, distinct from what is available on the market. The deep green velvet is slightly worn, and the golden tassel has faded somewhat. The lining is embroidered with a tiny rose using thread of the same color, almost imperceptible if not closely observed. After examining it for a moment, the man's gaze shifted as he took a folded piece of paper from the bottom of the bag
Glancing sideways at the precocious little devil with the books, the man picked up the money bag and began to inspect it
He picked up the silk pouch, and the unique fragrance of the red dragon tooth wafted towards him, the heavy texture reminding him of reality. Looking up, he saw the long, extending steps leading down to the central square of the city, where a few vendors were enticing the last customers. The fountain, which operated day and night, sent up sprays of mist, and a flock of returning white doves flew over the heads of passersby, their clear cooing echoing in the wind
On the balance scale made of white stone rests a golden silk pouch, particularly eye-catching under the sunlight
The man shook his head, was about to leave when a staggering figure rushed over and he caught it with one hand
The man diagonally opposite seems to be selecting herbs
"Sean already has the medicine, and Sa is saving him; there will be no more danger." Looking at the shining gold coins, the man instead frowned. "I told you not to steal from the nobility. Do you really want to be caught by them and have your hand chopped off?"
The silent scene is akin to a miracle
Pan Hao easily calmed down, his sweaty hands spread open, revealing a money pouch tightly clenched in his palm. "I stole from a wealthy individual; now I can buy that expensive medicine."
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Some things in the world are forever unfair, such as the disparity between the poor and the nobility, while others are eternally fair, like the sky and the sunlight
As she browsed through one shop after another, the bag in her hand grew heavier, and the expenses were astonishing, making her marvel at the generous salary of Kaixi. The last item on her long list, the exclusive sandalwood balm sold at the Zhiwa Street specialty store, was finally acquired, bringing her tedious shopping to a close. Lin Yilan let out a sigh of relief, and as she inadvertently looked up, she suddenly stopped breathing.
A list of items is casually written on the paper, likely a shopping list. The long list has been crossed out one by one, leaving only the last item at the end. The elegant handwriting is slightly slanted, inscribing a line of small text—Rare Goods Store, No. 93, Xiuhua Street - Xuanlan Fragrance Balm
"Why is there such panic when no one is pursuing?" The whistle signaled that all was well, and the man temporarily set his mind at ease
"I didn't act; obtaining it was an accident." The man had no time to explain and urged, "Go save Sean, don't let him die; I promised his father."
Lin Yilan still remembers that face, with a smile that seemed both genuine and mocking, mixed with a hint of murderous intent and faint disdain; she will never forget it. Her instinct for self-defense made her fingers twitch, only to be reminded that she was not carrying a gun.
The boy nodded while crying, and gold coins fell all over the ground
Pan was stunned for a moment, and finally understood his words, suddenly bursting into tears. "Sean is really okay?"
The excited boy repeated without restraint, "Really, there are so many gold coins, Sean won't die. Buy it now, tell me where the medicine is, I'm afraid it will be too late if we delay." Just the thought that his friend could be saved nearly brought Pan to tears.
What kind of woman is she? The man no longer blames.
The Red Dragon Tooth is not a dragon's tooth, but a rare medicinal herb
Despite the chaotic security situation, there are brazen robberies occurring in the precious goods stores, heavily guarded by the nobles of Xiuwa... Unless one is insane. Lin Yilan lowered her eyes and pondered for a moment, then gestured for the attendant and slipped a bag of gold coins to him
"Of course I know! I mean, I didn't expect you to actually get this thing. The guards there are as numerous as ants; how did you manage to get it?" Sa suddenly thought of something as he opened the silk pouch for inspection, his expression tightening as he quickly pulled open his coat. "Are you hurt?"
Hmm. He patted the boy's head, "You did well, but it was too risky. Don't do that again in the future"