The male supporting character was actually myself.

Secondly, he also treated patients and sold medicine.

When I met him, he was selling someone some kind of secret recipe. I was just curious, so I went up to take a look, only to find that it was a recipe that had been used by a bug in another mission world!

As far as I know, unless there are special circumstances, mission worlds are not interconnected.

A prescription appearing repeatedly—isn't that considered cross-platform sharing? Who else could it be but a bug?

"How do you know the prescription was used by a bug in another mission world?" Jiang Chen asked, looking completely bewildered.

The little white cat chuckled mischievously, "The prescription is special, so I even copied it for you just in case. I've forgotten which quest world it was in, but I vaguely remember that the bug was a Taoist priest... um, what was his name again, alchemy furnace or something?"

As it spoke, it slammed a piece of paper on the table with a mischievous grin on its face. "Master host, this is a brilliant remedy that will guarantee you'll be full of energy and fight even harder! Bug's creations are always top-notch, so the quality is guaranteed."

Jiang Chen: ...

"Kids should learn something good." He sighed, looked at the photo that seemed to be a bug, and nodded. "Since we have a photo, it shouldn't be too hard to find the person. I'll send someone to see if he can tell my fortune again."

Seeing that her suggestion was not taken seriously, the fluffy dumpling immediately put on a "I'm so worried about this family" expression and pushed the prescription forward again, "Host!"

If I hadn't encountered what appeared to be a bug, I wouldn't have remembered this recipe.

I know you're in great shape and a top-notch commander, so you probably won't need this thing. But don't forget the original plan! Didn't you say the old man has too few sons?

Let me tell you, host, my brain is working really well now.

Although I didn't realize it at the time, I thought about it carefully afterward, and the issue of offspring is indeed very important! Why is the old man so unwilling to give up on the hopeless Li Dongchen? Isn't it because he only has two sons in total, and he would be heartbroken to lose even one of them?

If he could have ten or eight more children to keep by his side, plus the concubines' infighting and constant bickering for favor, then if one of them dies, so be it. Since he doesn't need to carry them or risk his life to have them, he naturally won't cherish them as much.

So, hehehe...you take this recipe to the old man..."

The fluffy little dumpling grinned mischievously at him.

Jiang Chen was stunned for a moment, then overjoyed, "Wow, Xiao Bai, you've really improved a lot lately, you can even use psychological tactics now!"

"That's right!" The little white cat put its hands on its hips and showed off. "I do have brains, you know. Although sometimes the CPU can't handle it, as long as I try, I can still think of some ways to help my host."

Simply sending over the prescription isn't enough; even the strongest oxen need fertile land for crops to grow.

From the original owner's memories, it was learned that the old man's thirteen concubines were basically all brought from brothels and were good at serving people. The fact that they had no children for many years was probably because they had damaged their health by taking too much medicine back then.

Jiang Chen immediately decided to take a two-pronged approach: on one hand, to have the old man take medicine to nourish his body; on the other hand, to find a professional gynecologist to give the concubines a comprehensive physical examination.

"Have you seen the results?" That evening, he placed a stack of test reports on the old man's desk and said earnestly, "Even when taking concubines, you can't be too casual. Ten out of the thirteen concubines have damaged their health by taking medicine in the brothel; one has had too many abortions and is no longer able to have children; and the remaining two are the least favored. They might not even see you once every six months or a year. How could they possibly get pregnant?"

Li Tianxing was already feeling sullen.

He belonged to the conservative and stubborn faction, and even his concubines were unwilling to be touched by other men. He was very dissatisfied with his youngest son organizing the concubines to have physical examinations. But when the topic turned to offspring, the gloom in Li Tianxing's heart immediately dissipated.

"Really? The doctor can even spot these things?" He took the test report and looked at it one by one, getting angrier and angrier until he slammed it on the table. "Damn it, a bunch of chickens that don't lay eggs!"

"It's not too late to know now. Anyway, the family isn't short of those few silver dollars. If you want to raise them, then raise them. But if you want to have two more sons, you'll have to put less energy into those troublesome vixens."

Jiang Chen took the opportunity to sow discord among him, saying, "You've suffered in silence for so many years, you can't let any more women from other brothels step into our house! I've heard that there's no cure for the 'sexual diseases' that have spread from abroad. If you encounter just one, your life is completely over."

Whether it's a wife or a concubine, even if she's not from a prominent family, she must be a girl from a modest background. Our prestigious Marshal's Mansion can't have women who've already had their fill, right?

Li Tianxing pondered for a moment and nodded, "You're right! All my concubines were brought into the manor during the war. Back then, life was turbulent and uncertain, so who had time to plan for the future or care about appearances?"

But things are different now. Our Marshal's Mansion has been victorious in every battle, expanding its territory again and again. We're practically local tyrants in the north of the mountain now. From now on, we must be stricter when hiring new people. As for you... I'm naturally at ease with you. Although you're a bit playful, at most you'll just drink and fight; you won't go to those kinds of places to find women.

I need to give Dongchen a good talking-to, lest his bunch of cronies use the guise of refinement to flirt and then drag him down with their frivolous pursuits under the pretense of "appreciating the finer things in life." Those pretentious so-called intellectuals love nothing more than frequenting brothels! This is a serious matter; we have to nip it in the bud!

Jiang Chen felt refreshed after leaving the Marshal's Mansion. The preliminary preparations were going more smoothly than expected. Once they were completed, he could wait and see what the show would be like in a month and a half.

Time quickly brought early winter.

During this period, a lot happened in the Marshal's Mansion. First, Li Tianxing arranged for all eleven of his most favored concubines to be moved to a separate courtyard. Then, he selected several young and beautiful girls and carried them into the Marshal's Mansion through the side gate, where they became the new concubines.

Jiang Chen swiftly resolved the land reform issues in Yucheng, and immediately led his troops to conquer and integrate Qin Laoxi's territory. The newly acquired mineral resources quickly established a production cooperation relationship with Yucheng, and the prototype of his planned arsenal was gradually emerging.

In contrast, Li Dongchen's side was like a stagnant pool, unable to stir up any waves.

The school was not doing well, and after the honeymoon period, he became increasingly tired of his wife, whom he was already dissatisfied with. Whenever he met people at gatherings, he would lament that marriage was a painful shackle that had robbed him of his freedom and even caused his vitality to wither away.

"Brother Dongchen, how do you think I'm doing lately?" Mr. Li finally saw an opportunity. Whenever he had free time, he would go to Li Dongchen to eat, drink, and chat. Even when Li Dongchen was at the school, Mr. Li would go over to sit down and talk about current affairs and politics.

That evening, a few friends got together for a drink and a few dishes. Seeing that Li Dongchen, who was slightly tipsy, was sighing again, Mr. Li went over and asked him with a smile.

“Brother Li…” Li Dongchen squinted at him and couldn’t help but laugh: “It’s better not to get married! You’re free and unrestrained. Look at you, you’re radiant and full of energy. Even though you’re two years older than me, you look more like a teenager.”

Li was so envious! Unlike me... ha, I married a boring wife, she doesn't understand poetry or romance, she's like a fly that annoys me to death every day..."

“I used to be just like you. Although I didn’t have a wife as annoying as a fly, we scholars were naturally half-dead because we were worried about the country and the people and had nowhere to vent our frustrations.”

Mr. Li smiled mysteriously and lowered his voice, saying, "But I've found the gentlest confidante in the world, capable of instantly soothing a weary soul. How about coming with me to see her? Hehehe... those two sisters have so many tricks up their sleeves, definitely a million times better than your boring, wooden wife!"

"Prostitution?" Li Dongchen frowned immediately and shook his head, saying, "I never go to such unclean places."

The other party hurriedly waved his hand and said, "It's not what you think! The two sisters are also respectable young women, but they were forced into this situation and had no other choice. Even if they are prostitutes, they are not the kind of prostitutes who accept all comers."

Without the pride and integrity of a scholar, one cannot catch a girl's eye;

"My talent and learning are limited, and I cannot appreciate the young lady's elegant zither playing. In ancient times, she would be a courtesan who sold her art but not her body, rarely seen by ordinary guests! Besides, I don't necessarily have to do anything there. Sitting opposite her, drinking tea, chatting, and listening to her play a piece would be quite pleasant."

Under the influence of alcohol, Li Dongchen quickly forgot his father's instructions. He thought that diseases caused by prostitution and death were dirty diseases that only scoundrels who would go to any place for money, regardless of social status.

If what Mr. Li said is true, I can go listen to music and chat, mainly to relax and relieve my recent depression. It would also be a good way to see the understanding woman he mentioned.

“Although you are sisters, the older sister Jasmine is naturally more gentle and charming, while the younger sister is more lively. Since it’s your first time here, you might be a little reserved, so I’ll take the younger sister to the next room so you two can chat about romance and nature.” Mr. Li led him upstairs, his heart already pounding with excitement.

Finally, he managed to persuade this little money-grubber to come over and "broaden his horizons." He spent money to pay for the two sisters for one night, and he could also get some benefit from it.

Although the fragrance of the flowers is quite nice, it is clear that serving the twin sisters together is the highest level of enjoyment. This time, I must seize the opportunity to make the God of Wealth fall in love with the twin sisters, then redeem them from their servitude and keep them as mistresses, so that I can finally achieve the freedom of a confidante!

"The environment is quite nice." Li Dongchen took off his fox fur cloak and hung it on his arm. As he walked up the stairs, he carefully looked at the paintings of various schools hanging on the wall and nodded. "The decorations are also very tasteful. This place really does feel more like the boudoir of a young lady from a prominent family."

Hearing footsteps on the stairs, Ruan Xiangqin lazily adjusted the last hairpin. The white veil outside had already fallen, making it difficult to see clearly. Only with the ambiguous glow of the expensive lamps could the atmosphere be brought to its fullest.

The door opened and closed again, and Mr. Li's familiar voice rang out, "Jasmine, Fragrance of Flowers, I've brought some friends here today to see your beauty. Come out quickly!"

As soon as Li Dongchen entered the room, he saw a gorgeous carpet on the floor. The room was separated by a white gauze curtain, with only a pair of sofas and a matching coffee table on the outside. He could vaguely see the dim light inside and the two young ladies sitting upright.

"Ding dong..."

Before the person spoke, the music began, clear and melodious like pearls falling into a jade plate, quite enchanting.

His already curious mind was immediately piqued, and Li Dongchen was overjoyed, feeling that the money he had spent tonight had definitely been well spent! This one move of feigning indifference alone put him miles ahead of all the prostitutes in the brothel!

Moreover, the melodious piano music and singing voices were enough to imagine what charming young ladies they were!

Sitting quietly on the sofa and listening to the song, Li Dongchen was completely captivated. He decided that tonight he would embrace Bai Moli, the understanding flower, and enjoy the unique experience that he could not get from Zhang Ziqiu!

"Mr. Li, which friend did you bring today? Could you introduce us, sisters?" After singing the enchanting "Hammer Rings the Bell," the two sisters rose in perfect unison, pulled back their white veils, and Ruan Xiangqin, dressed in a beautiful dress, asked with a soft, smiling voice.

The next second, their eyes met and the expressions on their faces froze instantly!

"Li Dongchen? It's you?!" Ruan Xiangyun was the first to react. Her face changed, and she grabbed her pipa and threw it at him. At the same time, she put her hands on her hips and shouted, "You heartless bastard, get out!"

Seeing the pipa coming at him, Mr. Li instinctively shielded Li Dongchen, who was standing frozen in place, staring at Ruan Xiangqin as if struck by lightning. Then, upon hearing Ruan Xiangyun's words, he was stunned, "You...you know each other?"

"Ha, more than just recognize him! Li Dongchen led his men to raid our house in the middle of the night, burned down our Qinya Manor, and killed my father. Even if he were reduced to ashes, I would still recognize him!" Ruan Xiangyun was furious. She looked around, picked up a vase, and smashed it at Li Dongchen.

Mr. Li was completely bewildered. When he looked at the other person again, he found that Li Dongchen was gazing deeply into the eyes of his beloved Jieyuhua. Their gazes were complex, filled with resentment, grudges, and reluctance.

For a fleeting moment, he suddenly felt that the Joker was himself!

The plan was to go to a brothel with a friend, but... not only did they know each other, they clearly had a deeper, more complicated relationship...

"Bang!" Li Dongchen didn't move an inch, letting the foot-tall vase smash into his head, instantly causing him to bleed profusely.

He wiped away the bright red blood with his hand, forced a smile through his pain, and said softly, "If hitting me will make you vent your anger, then do it."

He was completely stunned when he saw his former dream girl.

Memories flashed through my mind. I had once sworn to sever all ties with her and never think of her again. What was there to remember about a woman who had fallen into depravity?

On the way here, Mr. Li had already explained in detail how the Bai sisters endured humiliation and survived just to support their younger brother and sister.

How could she be powerless against the chaotic and dark world, and be forced into prostitution by the owner of the Paramount Ballroom;

After countless agonizing struggles that felt like living death, and finally, forced to live on in desperation, they could only transform all their resentment into silent cries, relying on their unwavering faith to survive.

Li Dongchen was moved and assimilated; he couldn't wait to meet these two extraordinary women. Even when faced with coercion from powerful figures, they strived to survive in the cracks, refusing to degenerate into prostitutes.

So when he saw that familiar yet even more charming face, all the misunderstandings of the past vanished instantly.

Although she was forced into this situation, she remained virtuous, a thousand times, ten thousand times better than a woman like Zhang Ziqiu, whose heart was even more corrupt! If she simply kept them outside as concubines without the old man knowing, there shouldn't be any problem.

Thinking of this, Li Dongchen couldn't help but sigh inwardly, wishing he had met Xiangqin sooner!

For some unknown reason, the old man suddenly started to despise the unfortunate women in brothels. Even though his own previous concubines were not clean, why couldn't he treat them all equally?

In that case, I could bring my dream lover, whom I've reunited with after so many hardships, back home to be my beloved concubine!

Chapter Twenty-Nine: This is your golden opportunity!

"Meow~ Host, you didn't see that scene. It was so clichéd it couldn't be more clichéd."

The fluffy ball squatted on the table, gesturing with its paws and making a disgusted face as it said, "Li Dongchen just stood there covered in blood, letting Ruan Xiangyun scratch and claw at him. I don't know how it touched the female lead's heart, and she cried and punched his chest with her pink fists, saying, 'It's all your fault, it's all your fault.'"

The male lead had a deathly expression and kept saying, "It's all my fault, it's all my fault," which was absolutely disgusting!

Anyway, I have no idea why they suddenly reconciled and started acting all lovey-dovey again.

While bandaging his wounds, one wanted to hold his hand while the other hesitated;

After changing out of their blood-stained clothes, one pretended to be embarrassed while the other dawdled. Later, because the female lead had fallen into prostitution, neither of them had any psychological barriers, and they undressed and went inside.

Ruan Xiangyun was still trying to make a scene, but Mr. Li coaxed and dragged her to the next room…

Jiang Chen flipped through the script, tapping it casually on the table with his right hand, and couldn't help but chuckle, "Xiao Bai, haven't you read the updated plot? The female lead, Ruan Xiangqin, was originally promoted from a concubine to the main wife, and in the past, the Marshal's Mansion never cared about the background of concubines."

It's too easy to guess Li Dongchen's feelings right now. It's just sleeping with a high-priced and elegant prostitute. He paid for a night and then parted ways without taking responsibility, so of course he has no psychological burden.

If we follow the plot, the female lead probably intended to pretend to reconcile and then seek revenge. However, she was unexpectedly brought into the mansion and lived a happy life. Naturally, she had to take advantage of the situation to defeat Zhang Ziqiu and take her place. For her, this was the shortcut to gain something for nothing under the guise of true love.

Since Li Tianxing's strict orders haven't affected the plot yet, it means that once the female lead's plot armor kicks in, she'll still be accepted smoothly by him, and we might even have to put on an even more disgusting melodramatic show. We need to address the root cause and completely destroy any chance of the male and female leads getting back together!

"Meow meow meow?" The fluffy ball licked its paws and stroked its ears, looking completely bewildered. "Where should we start, Master?"

He flipped the calendar to a day a week later, and a slight smile appeared on his lips as he looked at the beautifully printed pattern. "Of course, we need to choose an auspicious day for the male and female leads. The Beginning of Winter is a good choice; they should have a reunion and eat dumplings that day."

reunion?

eat dumplings?