I'm seventy years old this year, and you want me to have many children and much happiness?

Men are boys until they die.

There's always something to look forward to regarding certain special bonuses.

Lu Xuan didn't delay. In the morning, he went to the Grain and Oil Bureau, slipped half a string of cash over, and asked for half a day off.

There is now considerable infighting within the Grain and Oil Bureau, stemming from the death of Jia Zhongyuan, which has led to factional disputes.

Even Yang Qinghou's side doesn't seem to be paying much attention to Lu Xuan anymore.

After all, there are many things more important than Lu Xuan right now.

Most importantly, the entire East Snake Gang was completely wiped out.

This also rendered the tasks previously assigned by Yang Qinghou ineffective.

The subsequent coordination will also take a considerable amount of time.

I took half a day off from the Grain and Oil Department.

Lu Xuan also took Liu Qingxue and Shen Yue with him and hired a carriage.

Heading towards Guanshui Township, which is located below Wuling County.

Firstly, it's quite a journey, and secondly, the two women's beauty is bound to attract attention.

Ever since the incident at Qingfeng Inn, the Huang family has been in a state of flux.

I haven't dared to do anything out of line lately.

After all, the fact that a member of the Huang family had died alongside a wanted criminal was a very serious matter; otherwise, Master Huang wouldn't have rushed back in such a hurry.

The events that had transpired made Madam Huang somewhat hesitant to act rashly, so the pace of the search for Liu Qingxue slowed down considerably.

Even the First Madam estimated that Liu Qingxue had probably already been protected by experts and left Wuling County.

Inside the carriage, Shen Yue lay on Lu Xuan's lap, and Lu Xuan's left hand naturally rested on Shen Yue's chest, his five fingers deftly kneading her breasts.

Liu Qingxue, who was standing to the side, also leaned against Lu Xuan's chest and fed him some fruit from time to time.

Through the carriage curtain.

They could all feel the immense envy in the coachman's eyes.

"Tsk tsk... What a comfortable life... When will an old coachman like me be able to live like this...?"

The coachman sighed inwardly, but outwardly dared not show the slightest covetousness.

Otherwise, if you offend these low-key wealthy families, they could cost you your life with just a single word.

"Sir, we have arrived at Guanshui Village."

The carriage came to a screeching stop.

Lu Xuan and the other two then tidied their clothes.

Liu Qingxue and Shen Yue got out of the car first, and then Lu Xuan slowly got out.

"Wait for me at the village entrance, and I'll be taken back to the city later."

Lu Xuan gave the old coachman a tip of two qian of silver.

Even just these two coins would require the old coachman to save up for at least two months without eating or drinking.

"No problem, sir!"

The old coachman quickly agreed.

The scenery in Guanshui Township is quite nice, nestled against the mountains and beside the water, with a small river right at the entrance.

However, Shen Yue did not have a good impression of Guanshui Township. She had witnessed since childhood that the villagers of Guanshui Township would fight each other for a fish, even to the point of bleeding.

All she wanted was to get her younger sister out of the village as soon as possible.

"Sir, my uncle's house is just ahead."

Shen Yue pointed to a house in front of her.

This house originally belonged to Shen Yue's parents, but after their unexpected death, it was forcibly occupied by her uncle and aunt.

However, the Shen sisters were still young and unable to resist.

Now, Shen Yue seems to have gained confidence, with her master backing her up.

Shen Yue is still grateful to this day.

If it weren't for the First Madam throwing her onto Lu Xuan's bed...

She was destined to be toyed with and tortured by Master Huang, and eventually be quietly killed by the First Madam, her body left to rot in the wilderness. This was her ultimate fate. But after meeting Lu Xuan, everything changed.

The three of them had not yet reached the front of the house.

Then they heard a middle-aged woman cursing from inside the house.

"You good-for-nothing! Your parents died young, and if it weren't for your uncle and me raising you, you would have been eaten by the village dogs long ago!"

"What's wrong with marrying you off to Wang Laosan now? Although Wang Laosan is a bit older and has a limp, he's a member of the Dongshe Gang in the county. He was quite successful in his younger days and now owns more than ten acres of land!"

"If you marry him, he'll give our family two acres of land. With that land, we'll never have to worry about food or drink again! Your cousin will also be introduced to work for the East Snake Gang!"

"That's the East Snake Gang!"

"A powerful figure who can wield considerable influence in the county."

"Are you really that cruel? Do you really want to watch my whole family starve to death?!"

The middle-aged woman's sharp voice echoed through the night sky.

"That's right, cousin, you can't be so selfish. It's just taking care of the old man. Your sister lived such a glamorous life in the Huang family. Why don't you two sisters know how to be grateful?"

There was also a young man's voice nearby.

The middle-aged woman paused for a moment, then continued her tirade of insults, interspersed with some dialect, her tone extremely fierce.

"You have to marry me today, whether you like it or not! I've already accepted the betrothal gifts; it's not up to you!"

The three of them had just reached the courtyard gate when they heard these words. Shen Yue's eyes turned red, her fists clenched tightly, and her eyes were filled with tears. She glanced back at Lu Xuan, and after seeing Lu Xuan nod in agreement, Shen Yue stepped forward and kicked open the courtyard gate.

"That's enough!"

"My sister's affairs are none of your business!"

Shen Yue roared.

These days, Lu Xuan has also taught Shen Yue the Purple Qi Technique. Shen Yue probably didn't even realize that she has now entered the first realm before becoming a martial artist: the Body Tempering Realm.

With her strength, she could hold her own against two adult men.

Shen Yue's appearance broke the commotion of crying, shouting, and cursing inside the room.

Lu Xuan also saw it. In front of him was a girl who looked somewhat similar to Shen Yue, but was taller. She was wearing tattered coarse cloth clothes and was kneeling on the ground with a stubborn and forbearing expression on her face.

Standing to the side was a plump middle-aged woman holding a rattan cane, with one hand on her hip, pointing at the girl kneeling on the ground.

In addition, there was a cynical young man lying across a dilapidated wooden chair with his feet on the armrests, holding a teapot in one hand and taking sips from time to time.

"elder sister!"

When Shen Yu saw Shen Yue on the ground, all the emotions she had been holding back were released, and her eyes instantly reddened.

Shen Yue immediately stepped forward and helped her younger sister up, while Shen Yu hugged Shen Yue and cried bitterly.

"Don't cry, Xiaoyu, it's okay."

Shen Yue tried to comfort Shen Yu, while giving the two people in front of her a cold look.

"Shen Yue? Why are you back? You can also try to persuade your sister. When has your aunt ever harmed you sisters? Letting her marry Wang Laosan is her good fortune."

"If Wang Laosan's wife hadn't just died, he might not have had this good fortune!"

The middle-aged woman said to Shen Yue.

He looked Shen Yue up and down, then glanced at Lu Xuan beside him, and at the stunningly beautiful Liu Qingxue standing next to Lu Xuan.

The carefree young man standing to the side stared wide-eyed when he saw Liu Qingxue.

A few dangerous thoughts flashed through his mind, and he swallowed hard.

So beautiful...

Who is this old man?

They seem quite extraordinary. Could they be from the Huang family?

The middle-aged woman's thoughts shifted.

Could it be that Master Huang, seeing how well Shen Yue served him, wants to buy Shen Yu as well?

If that's the case, then selling it to Master Huang seems to be more profitable than selling it to Wang Laosan!

"Hmph, my sister will never marry Wang Laosan."

"If you want to get married, go and get married yourself!"

Shen Yue shielded Shen Yu behind her.

"You little brat, how dare you speak to your elders like that!"

Upon hearing Shen Yue's words, the aunt was immediately filled with shame and anger.

If she could marry herself, there wouldn't be a chance for you two little brats.

He immediately raised his hand and slapped Shen Yue across the face.

In the past...

Shen Yue probably wouldn't even dare to hide.

After all, if they escaped, they might not have anything to eat for the next three days. Not only would they not have anything to eat, but their younger sister would also go hungry.

But things are different now.

Now that Lu Xuan was backing her up, especially since he was protecting his sister, she didn't hesitate at all. She raised her hand to block, and the powerful force actually forced her aunt, who had been farming all year round, back.

"Bang!"

"Ouch."

The aunt screamed and stumbled back several steps, her bulky body crashing into the table and overturning it.

His right hand quickly became red and swollen.

"Shen Yue, you filthy bitch, how dare you hit my mother!"

Seeing his mother being beaten, Shen Lang immediately jumped up from his chair and kicked Shen Yue in the direction she was being kicked.

Before Shen Lang could even yell,

Liu Qingxue had already moved in one step, and compared to Shen Yue, Liu Qingxue was stronger.

Having already reached the Blood Refining Realm, he turned around and kicked the boy's leg, breaking it and sending the boy flying backward.

It fell to the ground with a thud.

"Ah! My leg..."

Shen Lang cried out in despair.

The obese woman immediately came to the boy's side to comfort him.

"My son..."

Shen Yu, hiding behind Shen Yue, also stared wide-eyed, quite surprised by the beautiful woman's skill.

Then his eyes turned to Lu Xuan with great curiosity.

This old man looks quite impressive. What is his relationship with his sister?

"Hehe... You must be Shen Yue's aunt. I've come here to take Shen Yu away."

"According to the laws of the dynasty, Shen Yu has been raised by you all these years, so you should be paid accordingly. Name your price."

Lu Xuan chuckled and stepped forward, speaking with a kind expression.

Are they here to buy Shen Yu?

Since they came to do business, how could they be seriously injured by the host as soon as they arrived!

When the aunt heard Lu Xuan's words, she immediately became furious.

Is this how you beg for help?

His expression instantly turned ferocious, and he spoke with a look of resentment.

"Heh, fine, you want to buy Shen Yu? I'm not selling her!"

"If you dare take him away, I'll report you to the authorities!"

"And you old geezer, how dare you let someone injure my son! If you don't pay for his medicine, I'll make you regret it!"

"Help! Someone's being attacked! There are robbers!"

Without saying a word, Shen Lang's mother immediately started shouting.

But the next moment, when Shen Lang's mother saw what Lu Xuan had revealed in his hand, she immediately swallowed all her words.

"You...you..."

"What do you mean by that?"

Shen Lang's mother swallowed hard, her eyes fixed on Lu Xuan.

"One hundred taels are yours."

"The person belongs to me."

Lu Xuan flicked the silver notes in his hand.

One hundred taels!

Apart from Liu Qingxue, everyone else stared wide-eyed.

They all looked at Lu Xuan in disbelief.

The two sisters, Shen Yue and Shen Yu, are equally unbelievable.

That's a full one hundred taels!

Shen Yu never expected that this gentleman would be willing to spend one hundred taels to redeem her from her servitude.

Although Shen Yu didn't know Lu Xuan, she trusted her sister and knew she wouldn't harm her.

"One...one hundred taels...!?"

When Shen Lang's mother heard the number clearly, she gasped. With this hundred taels, their whole family could even move to the county town.

Selling Shen Yu to Wang Laosan only resulted in two acres of wasteland, barely enough to feed her, and she still had to work hard to cultivate it. She was tired of this life of sweating profusely and facing the yellow earth every day.

"Only...only one hundred taels! What about our medicine?"

"Shen Yu is far more precious than Shen Yue; we've raised her for a full eighteen years!"

"If she marries Wang Laosan, he will not only give us land, but also let my son join the East Snake Gang. Just that one spot is worth more than a hundred taels of silver..."

Seeing that Lu Xuan was being generous, Shen Lang's mother immediately started spouting nonsense, trying to raise the price.

"you……"

Shen Yue understood what the other party meant and immediately prepared to step forward and rebuke them.

But Lu Xuan stopped him.

"Eh..."

"Add another fifty taels, or forget it."

Lu Xuan then tossed out a fifty-tael silver note and slammed it onto the table beside him with a thud.

A full one hundred and fifty taels!

Even Shen Lang, whose leg was broken, suddenly had a bright look in his eyes.

"Alright! One hundred and fifty taels it is!"

"Leave the money, you can take the person with you!"

When Shen Lang's mother saw the silver note, she was so excited that she drooled and nodded.

He then stepped forward and tried to snatch the silver note.

But Lu Xuan simply raised his hand.

"Hey, write a note first."

Lu Xuan chuckled.

"Write a note, write a note..."

Shen Lang's mother hurriedly rummaged through her belongings, wrote a written agreement, affixed her fingerprint, and handed it to Lu Xuan.

Lu Xuan glanced at the note, then handed it to his subordinate and gave him all 150 taels of silver.

When they actually received the money, they both felt like they were dreaming.

Lu Xuan and the others did not linger and left directly with their people, so Shen Yu did not need to pack anything.

"Sir, why did you give them so much money...?"

"Um... I didn't mean my sister is worthless..."

Shen Yue said softly.

"Hehe, remember this: don't even think about things that are beyond your capabilities; it will only bring you disaster."

Lu Xuan said.

The three women nodded thoughtfully.

The four arrived at the village entrance and boarded a horse-drawn carriage.

However, not long after the carriage left the village, Lu Xuan called out to the driver.

"Wait, I left something behind. Wait for me here, I'll be right back."

Normally, the driver would definitely not agree.

But the silver that Lu Xuan had given him earlier was enough to soothe the coachman's displeasure.

"Alright, sir, please take your time."

Lu Xuan stepped down from the carriage and headed towards Guanshui Village.

As soon as he passed the corner, Lu Xuan used the Snake Step, his figure disappearing into the darkness.

Meanwhile, the mother and son, who had just received the money, gathered together to discuss it.

"Mother, if we sell Shen Yu to this old man, what about Wang Laosan? You even received twenty catties of grain from him."

"What else can we do? Just return it. With this money, what are we afraid of, Wang Laosan?"

Shen Lang's mother said nonchalantly.

Upon hearing this, Shen Lang's eyes darted around, and a sinister glint flashed in them as he spoke.

"Mother... why don't we just say that the old man forcibly took her away, and let Wang Laosan deal with him... maybe we can make another fortune!"

Upon hearing this, the middle-aged woman's eyes lit up.

"As expected of my son, he's truly clever!"

Shen Lang chuckled to himself, thinking that once Wang Laosan dealt with Lu Xuan, he could just ask for Liu Qingxue back!

Liu Qingxue was definitely the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. How could she be with that old geezer Lu Xuan?

Just as the two were discussing it.

A loud voice also came from outside the courtyard.

"Auntie Xiaoyu, Brother Wang is here to pick up the bride! Aren't you going to come and greet him?"