CHAPTER 57: CHAPTER 56 COUNTY TOWN

"To the county town?"

Chen Xuan looked puzzled.

Why go there for no reason?

The estate already regularly procures daily necessities, nothing is lacking.

"I noticed Little Sister Yun seemed a bit bored in the estate, so I thought of taking them to the county town to have a look and relax."

At this moment, Liu Rushi explained.

"Hehe!"

Chen Xuan chuckled lightly, his gaze turning to Su Yun.

It’s definitely this little girl who suggested it.

But indeed,

even if the estate is large and beautiful, after a month here, one can get bored of seeing it.

Strolling around the county town is a good way to relax.

"Alright then, I’ll go with you."

"Great!"

Su Yun ran over joyfully and hugged him as he agreed to join, "Sister Liu said there are lots of pretty jewelry in the county town, and as long as I find something I like, she’ll get it for me!"

"You!"

Chen Xuan tapped her forehead.

Then he stroked it.

Meanwhile, Liu Rushi watched this scene with inexplicable envy in her heart.

After such a long time,

she had a rough understanding of Chen Xuan’s character.

He treated both Su Wanqiu and Su Yun very well.

Unlike other martial artists, who mostly treat women as playthings.

But he, he’s truly different.

He cherished the two ladies, especially Su Yun, doting on her.

At this moment,

Su Yun’s face was beaming with a radiant smile, and beside her, Su Wanqiu also smiled while looking at her little sister.

Compared to herself, she hoped more for Chen Xuan to pamper her sister.

Of course,

Chen Xuan treated her very well.

Far better than the men in the village treated their wives by countless measures.

....

The four of them arrived at the black market’s dock by a small boat.

"Master, Chief Steward Liu, I’ll be waiting here for you." Lu Zhuo looked respectfully at the four who had disembarked.

"Thank you, Uncle Zhuo."

"You’re welcome, young master, it’s my duty."

Lu Zhuo felt very grateful towards Chen Xuan.

After last time, he became his exclusive boatman.

Liu Rushi also raised his monthly salary a little, though not much, it made the other two boatmen jealous.

...

Entrance of Yunze County East Gate.

The appearance of the three women instantly caused a commotion.

Su Yun, a hint of maturity laced with youthfulness, was dressed in a light yellow silk dress today, showcasing her fair and tender skin.

And Su Wanqiu, after being nurtured by Chen Xuan, appeared even more alluringly feminine, her figure surpassing Su Yun in every measure.

However,

the one who truly captivated the city guards was Liu Rushi.

They were dumbfounded upon seeing her.

Those eyes, unknowingly exuding charm, even left Chen Xuan dazed the first time he saw her.

Not to mention these ordinary city guards.

However,

after paying the city entry tax, they smoothly entered the county town.

Once they left,

one young guard approached a middle-aged guard with a sly expression, "Chief, why didn’t you search them just now? Each of those women is more striking than the last. We can’t have these kinds of women, but getting a few touches would be good."

"You wishing for death, losing your way at the sight of women; for you, you’ll definitely die at a woman’s hands someday."

Liang Yue glared at him with fierce eyes, reprimanding.

This guy really lacked awareness.

Those people just now, did they dress like ordinary folks, and the man behind them looked like a pretty boy, yet gave him an inexplicable sense of pressure.

Mind you,

he was at least a ninth-grade martial artist.

Otherwise, he wouldn’t be the City Defense Captain.

"Just too beautiful, the women in the county’s brothels are mere makeup compared to them."

Even after Liang Yue’s reprimand, Fan San couldn’t let go of it in his heart.

He had no other hobby but a penchant for beauty.

Every month when his salary was paid, if he’s not on duty, he’d appear in the brothels for sure.

Though being a city guard wasn’t the best job being exposed to elements, the perks were decent.

Otherwise,

relying solely on salary, one could starve!

"Alright, stand properly! Those kinds of women are not someone you can fantasize about."

"Oh, alright, Chief, I’ll be right there!"

....

In the county town.

Su Yun was now clinging onto Liu Rushi.

And Su Wanqiu was walking side by side with Chen Xuan.

At this moment,

Liu Rushi was introducing the general situation of the county town to the little girl.

Yunze County,

was surrounded by high walls, with moats to the east and south.

To enter the city, one must go through these two gates.

As for inside,

it was divided into four districts: East, West, South, and North.

The West District belonged to the wealthy.

Basically,

those with some status in the county town congregated in the West District.

The North District was the common people’s area and the largest of the four districts, filled with streets large and small, where over seventy percent of the county’s population resides.

A dense population often leads to chaos.

Thus, safety in the North District is worse compared to the others.

Theft incidents are frequent.

The South District is the marketplace, where shops are concentrated, and is the liveliest place.

Events are typically held in this district.

As for the East District, where Chen Xuan and his group came from, it’s the location of the Government Office, and where County Government Office troops are stationed.

At this point,

Chen Xuan and the others called for a carriage heading to the South District.

After all,

the county town was too large. By foot, Chen Xuan and Liu Rushi would be fine, being martial artists.

But Su Wanqiu and the others wouldn’t manage.

The carriage moved slowly along the avenue,

with Chen Xuan sitting inside, Su Yun sitting by the window, lifting the curtain slightly, her head sticking out like a curious child, observing the outside.

Asking questions along the way.

Liu Rushi sat beside her, patiently explaining.

As for Su Wanqiu, she sat silently.

She wasn’t someone fond of hustle and bustle, preferring to stay at home even in the village, rarely visiting neighbors.

If not for wanting her sister to go out and see the world, she would have preferred not to leave at all.

About half an hour passed,

and the carriage halted.

"Esteemed guests, we’ve arrived at the South District."

The coachman outside announced.

Upon hearing, they disembarked from the carriage and paid.

"How lively!"

Observing the street vendors shouting along both sides of the street,

Chen Xuan couldn’t help but feel.

There’s talk of war, but looking at the hustle and bustle here, with people coming and going, it doesn’t appear so.

"Wow, so lively! Sister Liu, look! Is that sugar-coated hawthorn?"

Su Yun excitedly pointed at a vendor selling sugar-coated hawthorn as soon as she got off the carriage.

Chen Xuan could clearly see her swallowing action.

"Such a foodie."

He shook his head helplessly.

"Little Sister Yun, today, you can eat anything you want, and I’ll cover the cost, until you’re full!"

"Oh, great! Thank you, Sister Liu!"

The little one hugged Liu Rushi excitedly and gave her a kiss.

Immediately,

Liu Rushi’s face turned red.

"What decorum! In the middle of the street, what are you doing!"

Su Wanqiu was really troubled by her sister’s antics, looking at Liu Rushi’s embarrassed look, she immediately scolded.