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Chapter 1589 "Women of Huizhou" - Qiu Ju
"Okay." Jiang Chen's gaze fell on the bathtub in the room.

There were several covered wooden tubs next to the bathtub at this time.

It's obvious that there's hot water in the wooden tub.

Jiang Chen walked over.

Zhou Ying hesitated for a moment, then followed.

Jiang Chen stopped in front of the bathtub and looked at Zhou Ying.

“Young master, I will assist you with your bath,” Zhou Ying said.

"Okay." Jiang Chen nodded.

At that moment, Zhou Ying opened the wooden tub and poured the hot water inside into the bathtub.

Then, Zhou Ying came to Jiang Chen.

Jiang Chen opened his arms.

Zhou Ying stepped forward to help Jiang Chen undress.

Soon, Jiang Chen entered the bathtub.

"Come in too," Jiang Chen said.

"Yes." Zhou Ying paused for a moment, then quickly replied.

Fifteen minutes later, Jiang Chen carried Zhou Ying to the bed.

“Young Master…” Zhou Ying looked at Jiang Chen.

The clever girl naturally understood what Jiang Chen wanted to do.

Jiang Chen didn't say anything, but simply placed Zhou Ying on the bed and then began to eat lip balm...

Soon, indescribable sounds rang out.

……

The next day, Zhou Ying woke up from her sleep and saw Jiang Chen, who had invited her, as soon as she opened her eyes.

"Awake?" Jiang Chen asked.

"Young Master?" Zhou Ying came back to her senses, her face flushing slightly as she thought about what happened yesterday.

"Hmm." Jiang Chen looked at Zhou Ying with a smile: "Want to sleep a little longer?"

"No, I've had enough sleep." As she said this, Zhou Ying felt a pain in her lower back.

"Then get up." Jiang Chen sat up as he spoke.

Zhou Ying nodded: "Young master, let me help you change your clothes."

"No need." Jiang Chen waved his hand, picked up the clothes next to him, and put them on.

He's not the kind of person who can't adapt; Zhou Ying isn't in a convenient position right now.

A quarter of an hour later.

"Young master, where shall we go today?" Zhou Ying asked after she finished dressing.

"Continue westward." Jiang Chen was inspecting the Qing Dynasty's industries in Jiangnan this time. However, the Jiang family's main base in Jiangnan was Jiangning Prefecture, so the Jiang family's industries were now located along the Yangtze River.

Along the Yangtze River, as long as the Jiang family controls the water transport, they can come and go as they please.

Of course, there's another reason: the rise of forces like the God Worshipping Society in the South. Jiang Chen plans to use these forces to reshape the South, so he can acquire those industries at the lowest possible price.

"Let's have breakfast then," Zhou Ying said.

"Wait a moment." Jiang Chen took out a top-grade glass-type jadeite bracelet and handed it to Zhou Ying.

"Young...Young Master...May I?" Zhou Ying was overwhelmed with excitement.

In the Jiang family, being favored by Jiang Chen is a very lucky thing.

But she never imagined she would be able to obtain a top-grade glass-type jadeite bracelet.

She understood perfectly what this top-grade glass-type jadeite bracelet meant.

“Okay, take it,” Jiang Chen said.

“Okay.” Zhou Ying put on the top-grade glass-type jadeite bracelet.

He was granted the certification of the Holy Clan and bestowed the title of Junior Envoy.

Zhou Ying became the 199th member of the Jiang family.

"Let's go eat first, we can talk about the rest on the way," Jiang Chen said to Zhou Ying.

"Okay." Zhou Ying nodded gently.

After breakfast, Jiang Chen and Zhou Ying left Qingshui County.

On the way, Jiang Chen told Zhou Ying about the information regarding the top-grade glass-type jadeite bracelet.

Soon, Jiang Chen and his companion arrived in Huizhou.

“Young master, we have four thousand acres of land and two thousand acres of tea gardens in Huizhou…” Zhou Ying introduced the Jiang family’s businesses in Huizhou.

Jiang Chen nodded.

Huizhou is a good place.

The most famous were the salt merchants of Huizhou.

The Huizhou salt merchants were a group of merchants from Huizhou during the Ming and Qing dynasties who primarily engaged in the salt industry. They mainly operated in Huangshan and Jixi in Anhui Province and Wuyuan in Jiangxi Province. After the implementation of the salt-based distribution system in the fifth year of the Hongzhi reign (1466), the Huizhou merchants monopolized the salt fields in the Huaihe and Zhejiang regions, with Yangzhou becoming their main trading location. The salt tax system solidified their monopoly, and by the Qianlong reign of the Qing dynasty, they controlled the national salt transportation through the general merchant system, accounting for 4/7 of the national fiscal revenue at the time.

In the early Ming Dynasty, the development of the Huizhou salt industry was hindered by the restrictions imposed by the Open Market System. However, during the Hongzhi era, they rapidly rose to prominence through the conversion of salt into silver. During the Qing Dynasty, Huizhou merchants, as representatives of the general merchants, strengthened their political and business relationships by undertaking donations and contracts. These salt merchants established a system of salt purchases by market vendors and distribution by transporters, amassing capital in the tens of millions of taels of silver.

Zhou Ying purchased properties in Huizhou because she wanted to get involved in the salt industry.

Jiang Chen can allow these salt merchants to exist, but the main profits of the salt merchants must be controlled by the Jiang family.

Jiang Chen was aware of the profits of the First World salt industry.

Therefore, Jiang Chen would never allow such a large industry to fall into the hands of those salt merchants.

Soon, under Zhou Ying's guidance, Jiang Chen inspected the fields and tea gardens.

Fifteen minutes later, Jiang Chen inspected the last tea garden and then headed down the mountain towards Huizhou.

A moment later, Jiang Chen and his companion passed by a mountain villa.

Just then, a caravan of carriages stopped in front of the villa.

Soon, a group of people got off the carriage.

Jiang Chen glanced at it.

The next moment, a system notification sounded.

"Sign in."

Jiang Chen silently recited in his heart.

[Congratulations, host! You have successfully checked in and obtained a second-tier, low-grade spiritual vein.]

[Congratulations, host! You have successfully checked in and received one hundred mid-grade spirit stones.]

[Congratulations, host! You have successfully checked in and received ten Breaking Crossbows.]

[Congratulations, host! You have successfully checked in and received ten low-level spirit cannons.]

"A second-tier low-grade spiritual vein?"

"This is the eighteenth time I've checked in."

"A first-grade low-level spiritual vein is the lowest level of spiritual vein. A second-grade low-level spiritual vein is the second lowest level of spiritual vein."

"A first-grade low-level spiritual vein can produce one hundred low-level spirit stones a year, while a second-grade low-level spiritual vein can produce four hundred low-level spirit stones a year."

"This is good stuff."

"The Jiang family needs such a spiritual vein to build a system for obtaining spiritual stone resources."

"One hundred mid-grade spirit stones?"

"This is the fifteenth time I've checked in and received one hundred mid-grade spirit stones."

"After refining a low-grade spirit stone, strength increases by 10 points, constitution increases by 15 points, and agility increases by 5 points. After refining a mid-grade spirit stone, strength increases by 130 points, constitution increases by 180 points, and agility increases by 60 points."

"This is a good reward."

"Ten Qi-Breaking Crossbows?"

"This is the eighth time I've checked in."

According to the system introduction, the Breaking-Armor Crossbow, like the Breaking-King Crossbow, Breaking-Martial Crossbow, and Breaking-God Crossbow, is a weapon specifically designed to deal with martial artists. It not only has the effect of penetrating armor but can also pierce through the body of a martial artist. The difference is that the Breaking-Armor Crossbow is a crossbow specifically prepared for martial artists at the Martial Emperor realm. When activated, it requires at least four martial arts masters at the Martial King realm to charge up their energy and channel their inner force before they can nock the arrow and release it.

Like the King-Breaking Crossbow, God-Breaking Crossbow, and Martial-Breaking Crossbow, the reason why the Gang-Breaking Crossbow can deal with martial artists at the Martial Emperor realm is that internal force, formation, and machinery gradually approach perfection under the operation of a special device. The internal force originally transmitted to the Gang-Breaking Crossbow is amplified through the formation and machinery to achieve the power to penetrate martial artists at the Martial Emperor realm!

A single Crossbow can kill a martial artist in the early stage of the Martial Emperor realm!
Ten Qi-Piercing Crossbows—even the strongest Martial Emperor would perish on the spot if caught off guard!
"Ten Po Gang Crossbows are matched with one thousand Po Gang Crossbow bolts."

"Unfortunately, the Broken Crossbow bolts cannot be made before the manufacturing process is obtained."

"Ten low-level spirit cannons?"

"I got it on my sixteenth sign-in." "According to the system description, this low-level spirit cannon is similar to the M777 cannon, with a larger barrel length to caliber ratio and a smaller propellant charge, making it suitable for low-angle firing."

"The difference is that the low-level spirit cannon is engraved with runes and array patterns. The super cannon of the First World has a range of 1000 kilometers, while the low-level spirit cannon has a range of 2000 kilometers."

"Unlike cannons, spirit cannons use low-grade spirit stones (only low-grade spirit stones are used). A single shot from a low-grade spirit cannon costs one thousand low-grade spirit stones, and its power is equivalent to a full-force attack from a Martial Emperor."

"The cooldown time for each firing of a low-level spirit cannon is five minutes."

"As long as there are enough low-grade spirit stones, a low-level spirit cannon can fire one hundred times in a row. After firing one hundred times in a row, the low-level spirit cannon will need to undergo a three-day cooling-off period."

“Each low-level spirit cannon requires five Grandmaster martial artists to operate.”

"However, the sign-in reward is pretty good."

"It's a pity that too many low-grade spirit stones were used."

At that moment, Jiang Chen looked at the female lead who had signed in.

Cheng Chun'e is a character in the TV series "Women of Huizhou".

In the drama, she is the matriarch of the wealthy Cheng family in Huizhou. Widowed at a young age, she was willing to make a lowly maidservant the new second mistress of the Cheng family for the sake of the family line. For the sake of the family's reputation and interests, she was even willing to sacrifice her favorite eldest daughter-in-law. Born into poverty, she selflessly devoted herself to her family and children, yet remained stubbornly resistant to feudal ethics. Despite her many misfortunes, she used her wisdom as a woman to support her family.

Zhu Shaolan, a character in "Women of Huizhou".

In the drama, she is the wife of Cheng Jiaxuan, the second master of the Cheng family. She has an ambitious side, such as wanting to become the head of the Cheng family, but she also has a cunning, domineering, and sharp side, such as plotting to drive away Qiuju. However, she also has a kind and lovely side. She is devoted to her younger brother and deeply loves the second master. When the first wife returns to the Cheng family alive, and the old lady, fearing the punishment of her entire family, tries to force the first wife to her death, she actually stands up for her. The second wife longs for the happiness she desires, but fate often plays tricks on her. When setbacks and blows come one after another, this fragile woman "goes mad" in the cold and austere mansion.

Du Lanxin, a character in "Women of Huizhou".

In the drama, she is the wife of Cheng Jiahe, the eldest son of the Cheng family. Virtuous, intelligent, and capable, she upholds filial piety and traditional wifely virtues while her husband is away on business for many years. She manages the entire household impeccably, keeping her mother-in-law happy and the servants obedient. After her husband dies far from home, she suppresses her grief and transports his coffin back to their hometown. However, she also has flaws, possessing a selfish side. When she learns that her maid, Qiuju, is pregnant with the Cheng family's child, she sides with the second mistress, preventing Qiuju from entering the family and forcing her and her child apart. When she sees that the Cheng family's tutor has long admired her, she hesitates and feels confused, hoping that her feelings can find solace with him.

Cheng Jiayi, a character in "Women of Huizhou".

In the drama, she is the daughter of the Cheng family, well-educated, beautiful and talented, but she is married into an official family to bring good luck. After her husband dies, she experiences various upheavals in her family and suddenly realizes that spending her life guarding a pile of stones is too bitter and meaningless. Her longing for a beautiful love life gives her the courage to finally break through the shackles of feudal ethics and elope with her beloved.

"The Women of Huizhou?"

"I didn't expect it to be this drama..."

In the drama, Cheng Chun'e, the old lady of the Cheng family, is wise and tenacious, willing to do anything for the prosperity of her family. Du Lanxin, the wife of the eldest son of the Cheng family, is virtuous and capable, but she also shows vulnerability and selfishness in the face of her husband's death and the rise and fall of her family. After experiencing a series of blows, she chooses to hang herself. Zhu Shaolan, the wife of the second son of the Cheng family, has a complex and changeable personality, both positive and domineering. After experiencing her husband's death and the decline of her family, she also falls into madness. Cheng Jiayi, the daughter of the Cheng family, bravely breaks through the shackles of feudal ethics after experiencing various family upheavals, and elopes with her beloved.

"That's really lucky."

"Although there aren't many female leads in these dramas."

Jiang Chen glanced at it and then looked away.

However, based on these women, Jiang Chen couldn't determine whether the plot of "Women of Huizhou" had already begun.

“Young master, these people should be from prominent families in Huizhou?” Zhou Ying said.

"Did you see their clan crest? Do you know which family they belong to?" Jiang Chen asked knowingly.

“They are from the Cheng family of Huizhou,” Zhou Ying replied.

"Is he a wealthy merchant from Huizhou?" Jiang Chen asked.

"Yes, according to the information we've gathered, the Cheng family is a clan that has been developing for over a hundred years." Zhou Ying had already read the relevant information before leaving Jiangning Prefecture, so she answered Jiang Chen's questions without reservation.

“These wealthy families must have a lot of assets.” Jiang Chen’s eyes gleamed.

“According to the intelligence from the Embroidered Uniform Guard, these wealthy merchants are very good at hiding their money. Even if the people who capture them take down their money, it’s impossible for them to take all of it,” Zhou Ying said.

“That’s normal.” Jiang Chen nodded.

Gold and silver have a large volume.

Hidden in any world is a problem.

How much modern technology did those First World vaults use?

It's even more difficult in other worlds; wealthy and noble people have come up with many ways to ensure their safety.

"Let's go."

Jiang Chen led Zhou Ying into Huizhou City.

"You brat, stop right there!"

Just then, a voice came from ahead.

Jiang Chen looked up.

I saw a young man chasing after a woman.

Almost simultaneously, a system notification sounded.

"Sign in."

Jiang Chen silently recited in his heart.

[Congratulations, host! You have successfully checked in and received 10,000 Iris Shields.]

"Kite Shield?"

"This is the nineteenth time I've checked in and received 10,000 Kite Shields."

According to the system description, the Kite Shield is a completely black shield. Its surface has patterns resembling tortoise shells, and it exudes an extremely heavy aura.

"The Kite Shield is a third-grade weapon."

"The armored cavalry gear is a fifth-grade weapon, which can withstand the attack of a second-rate martial artist, while this kite shield is a third-grade weapon, which can withstand the full force of a first-rate martial artist without any damage."

"Currently, the Star Riders number 10,000 and the Eagle Armor Guards number 10,000, all equipped with the Kite Shield. The number of Eagle Armor Guards will inevitably increase in the future, and the Kite Shield... can be stockpiled."

At that moment, Jiang Chen looked at the female lead who had signed in.

Qiu Ju is a character in the TV series "Women of Huizhou".

In the drama, she is a girl from a humble country family who, by a twist of fate, ends up as a maid in the Cheng family. To repay the second master of the Cheng family for saving her life, she pledges herself to him and becomes pregnant with his child. She and the second master truly love each other, but she is driven out of the Cheng family by the second mistress. After wandering the streets, she gives birth to her son with the second master in front of a small temple, only to find that her son has been stolen by the Cheng family. After the second master's death, facing the decline of the Cheng family, she guards his memorial tablet and supports the family with her son. She believes that the hard times will end and hopes to raise her son to be successful. Through her perseverance and hard work, Qiuju eventually becomes the head of the Cheng family.

"Qiu Ju?"

"I didn't expect it to be her?"

"It seems she hasn't been married into the Cheng family yet."

In the drama, Qiu Ju is tricked and sold by her brother. Unwilling to be sold as a concubine, she sneaks into the luggage of the Cheng family's ship and is transported there, triggering a ghost story. When her brother later arrives at the Cheng family to demand her return, he learns that Qiu Ju has already been bought by the second master and become a maid in the Cheng household. The Cheng family's busy preparations for the matriarch's 60th birthday celebration provide an opportunity for her brother to take advantage of the situation.

She falls in love with and has a relationship with the second master, Cheng Jiaxuan, but their relationship is thwarted by the second mistress. After the decline of the Cheng family, Qiuju, with her resilient character, becomes the head of the family and takes charge of family affairs. Her son is stolen by the Cheng family, and she suffers the pain of separation throughout her life. After the second master's death, Qiuju takes on the heavy responsibility of the Cheng family, rising from a maid to the head of the family, demonstrating her resilience and sense of responsibility.

"interesting."

Jiang Chen looked Qiu Ju up and down.

Qiu Ju and Tian Ye were both played by the same actor in their previous lives.

Just then, Qiu Ju, who was running ahead, saw Jiang Chen and Zhou Ying, her eyes lit up, and she ran towards them.

"..." Jiang Chen.

Before Jiang Chen could say anything, Qiu Ju ran up behind Jiang Chen and Qiu Ju.

"You brat, why are you running?" The young man also ran up to Jiang Chen and the other person.

"Who are you?" Jiang Chen asked.

"Noble man."

Upon seeing Jiang Chen and Zhou Ying's clothes, the young man quickly said, "I'm looking for my sister."

"My sister?" Jiang Chen glanced at Qiu Ju.

“Yes, she is my sister,” the young man said.

Jiang Chen looked at Qiu Ju.

"I, I..." Qiu Ju felt Jiang Chen's gaze, wanted to say something, but didn't know what to say.

"Are you a gambler?" Jiang Chen looked at the young man again.

In the drama, Qiuju's brother is addicted to gambling. To pay off his huge gambling debts, he is forced to sell his sister to an old butcher.

The current situation doesn't seem to be the beginning of the story.

The young man's eyes flickered.

"Your brother wants to sell you?" Jiang Chen looked at Qiu Ju.

Qiuju pursed her lips and remained silent.

"Let's go," Jiang Chen said with a cold snort, then turned to Zhou Ying.

"Yes," Zhou Ying replied.

At that moment, Jiang Chen led Zhou Ying forward.

"You brat, where do you think you're going this time?" The young man walked towards Qiu Ju after seeing Jiang Chen and Zhou Ying leave.

"..."

Qiu Ju's expression changed drastically.

The next moment, Qiuju quickly dodged the young man's hand and ran away into the distance.

"You brat, where are you going..." A fierce glint flashed in the young man's eyes as he chased after Qiu Ju.