an hell unfolds.Not far away, a woman with a child in her arms lay by the overturned carriage. The overturned carriage pressed down on the woman, and the child in her arms cried out for his mother.Upo...[...]

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Fourteen kestrel guards kneeling on one knee raised their swords and slashed at their own arms. Blood flowed from the wounds onto the ground.

"What are you doing Are you trying to extort me "

Yun An'an was confused, she didn't understand why Qilin Wei would harm himself.

"Please, Your Highness, give me fourteen more people a chance."

Without further explanation, Xinyuehu and the fourteen members of Qilin Guard, led by her, didn't ask for anything else. All they wanted was for Yun Anan to give them one last chance.

They admitted that at first they were not committed to protecting the safety of Yun An'an and the others in Dingban.

The Kirin Guards of the Kirin Terror are all masters in their fields, yet they are sent to act as bodyguards for others.

This hurt the self-esteem of fourteen people.

So, whether it's Yun An'an or the thirty-second person in Class A, Ding Ban, they didn't take it seriously.

It wasn't until after two incidents that they needed to remind the world again what the three characters of Qilin Guards meant.

"Mother, how about giving them another chance For Ran'er's sake."

"What the heck are you talking about"

Yun An'an glared at Gongsun Lang, then held both her hands on his shoulders and looked down at the Qilin Guard who was kneeling on one knee and self-flagellating in apology.

A flash of coldness appeared in her phoenix eyes.

Why should I believe you

She believes Yuansinian is well-intentioned.

But he does not trust the Qilin Guard.

Okay.

After a moment's thought, a smile devoid of warmth appeared at the corner of his lips.

Yunan proposed her own terms.

I don't need you to protect me for twenty years. I only need you fourteen to keep Class A and Ding safe and sound for more than three months, and the contract will automatically be dissolved, and I will return to Qilin Sha.

And, every person's yearly allotment was reduced from one hundred thousand to twenty thousand. The remaining difference was sent untouched to Yuan Sinián.

She gave Qilinwei another chance to prove themselves, but that doesn't mean she will reuse them.

This result undoubtedly tells Qilin Wei that Yun An'an still chooses not to believe, but can prove within three months that Qilin Wei is not a foolish person who eats for nothing.

"I have given you opportunities, whether you cherish them or not is up to you."

After a brief silence, the Qilin Guards led by Xin Yuehu obeyed Yun An'an's orders.

> In the only A-class and B-class districts of Beichen Country, everyone will do their best to protect the safety of these people.

"If anything unexpected happens, come see me."

"Okay, that's settled. ~ I'm not responsible for food and drinks, you guys sort it out yourselves."

"Mother is truly... amazing."

Gongsun Lang originally wanted to say that he could reduce the cost from 100,000 taels per person per year to 20,000 taels, and would not provide food and lodging. He also planned to send the difference back to Yuan Si Nian.

Hee hee~

It goes without saying that Yuansinian would definitely send all the money to Yunanan once he received it.

tsk tsk tsk~ This woman still can't change her greedy nature.

That's it~.

With Kirin Guard around, he can worry less.

The next day, at noon.

Yun An'an didn't return to Yi Wangfu until late last night, and slept until the sun was high in the sky.

I yawned, my whole body aching.

What are the side effects of Phoenix Orchid, and when can they be completely eliminated She is now in worse physical condition than an ordinary person.

What are you having for dinner

The deadly poison takes effect, the phoenix orchid incense shakes the venom, and the side effects even make her appetite terrible.

Everything tastes like chewing wax.

"Qingfeng."

"My Lady, you're awake."

Outside the study, Yun An'an stretched languidly, her light blue dress accentuating her lazy air.

"Let's grab a meal at Tianxiang Building and pick up some groceries while we're there."

"I shall prepare the carriage at once."

Not long after, the carriage left Yiwu Mansion and headed for Tianxiang Building.

Yun An'an flipped through the ledger, during her convalescence she had planned to start a business.

After thinking it over, she finally figured out what kind of business to start.

That's... the black market.

To be precise, it's not about opening a new black market, but about investing in one.

As for the goal, hehe~.

"Qingfeng, let's not go to Tianxiang Lou first, go to the black market instead."

……

Black market.

When Yu Ruoshan saw Yun An'an, his expression was as if he had lost several fathers.

Yun An'an is a plague god to Ruoshan, a living plague god.

"Has Lao been sick recently Why does his complexion look so bad"

"Oh, is there I don't think so. My complexion has always been like this."

Did Yu Ruoshan mean that Yun An'an’s face looked so bad because he saw her

What is this woman's purpose for coming to the black market, won't she try to scam him again

"Your Highness, for gracing my humble abode with your presence, is there something important you require"

"If there's nothing to do, come see Lao Ma."

In the quiet room, Yun An calmly sipped her fragrant tea. Her phoenix eyes crinkled with a smile as she looked at Yu Ruoshan, who broke out in a cold sweat behind his back.

He dared to be sure that this woman had something wicked in her heart.

"Your Highness, if you have anything to say, just speak plainly. I will do what I can. If I cannot, there is nothing I can do."

"Old Master Yu's condition has worsened. This princess came this time truly only to reminisce with Old Master Yu and inquire about the black market's recent business."

Yunan An's single sentence made it as if everything Shan was about to say suddenly went down his throat.

What's the deal with black market stuff these days How's business going

"That's right~ This princess has a lot of money lately and is bored. I'm looking for a place to invest so my money can flow."

Smiling even more warmly, Yun Anan stopped beating around the bush and directly stated her purpose.

Upon hearing Yun An'an's advice and opinions, Yu Ruo Shan's expression was beyond description in its sadness.

“Your Highness, our black market is a small operation. We only deal with small sums of money. If you want to make a profit, teahouses, restaurants, or pawn shops would be much more profitable than us.”

Besides, the things we do in the black market are dangerous. If something really goes wrong and it involves you, that wouldn't be good.

As the saying goes...

Next is Yu Ruoshan's 3,000-word treatise, aiming to completely dissuade Yun An'an from investing in the black market.

Yunan An was not in a hurry either, sipping tea and nibbling on snacks as she listened to Yu Ruo's eloquent speech.

Finally, after an unknown amount of time, Qingfeng, who had been leaning against a pillar and sleeping, woke up. Then Yuoshan finished explaining the pros and cons of the cause and effect.

"Your Majesty, the financial records of the black market are riddled with holes. It would be too dangerous to involve you in this."

The black market is indeed as Yu Ruo Shan said, with too many losses in the accounts and insufficient income. Besides, their black market is just one of many chain black markets.

If this year's performance doesn't improve, the black market manager in Kyoto will have to be replaced.

"Thirty million taels of silver capital were invested, with every item of goods fetching a two-tiered profit for the princess herself, and she firmly held the position as the top shopkeeper in Kyoto's black market."

"Your Majesty, it's not really about the money. The truth is, things here are quite complicated. This old man…"

"Fifty million taels, and by the way, I'll take care of your son's affairs."

At Yuo Shan's household, there was a son who, for an unknown reason, suddenly found himself unable to stand one day. This left him confined to a wheelchair for a full decade.

This is the illness of Yuo Shan's heart, and also the key to grasping Yuo Shan's lifeline.

As expected, when Yun An'an stated the third condition, Yu Ruo trembled.

"Your Majesty the Queen… can you truly cure my son"

Think of Yuan Si Nian, think of Gongsun Lang, there is only one chance, the old man must seize it.

In just a few breaths, Lao Dian nodded in agreement to all of Yun An'an's conditions. The amount of capital invested could be reduced by half, and the profits would still be distributed as usual.

The only hard requirement is that his son be Ziyang.

"Deal."

Yunan An'an believes.

If there wasn't this heart ailment about Zi Yang, Yu Ruoshan wouldn't have loosened his lips even after death.

At this time, a red-tailed hawk outside the door knocked and walked in, whispering something in Yuo Shan's ear.

Only seeing Ruoshan's expression instantly turned ashen, even worse than when he saw Yun An'an.

"What... is that!"

"Right in the lobby."

"Your Highness, please wait a moment. This old man has something important to attend to first."

Before Yun'an could reply, Yu Ruoshan scrambled to his feet as if he had seen a ghost. Even if it were a devil from hell, he had to meet this person.

In the second-floor chamber, Yun Anan leaned against the window, her gaze fixed on Qiao Shan's figure.

In the hall, not far away, a man in white stood with his back to her. At this time, Yu Fu was standing respectfully, even with a hint of fear and deference, before the man in white, accompanying him with a smile and saying something.

For some reason, Yun An'an felt that this man's back was a little familiar, as if she had seen him somewhere.

Suddenly, with a loud bang, the man struck Yu Ruoshan away with his palm.

The thugs from the black market saw their boss being beaten, and they all rushed forward to demand an explanation from the man in white.

But the outcome was undoubtedly a futile effort, as they were all beaten to a pulp by the man in white.

Rare masters.

"The black market, is that all it is"

With a flash, the man in white drew his long sword from his waist, ready to eliminate the black market crowd.

Until the man in white spoke, Yun An'an only then realized why she felt a sense of familiarity looking at his back.

"Ye Ning."

Hearing someone call his name, the man in white turned around and followed the sound to a private room on the second floor.

At that glance, the killing intent in Ye Ning's eyes vanished completely.

"Your Highness, how did you end up here"

"It's really you! I thought I was seeing things. How did you end up in the black market"

Aren't Xia ZhiZhan's family members supposed to be back at TianQiong Mountain

“Oh~~ I'm here on the Grandmaster's orders to deliver a consultation fee to Princess Yi, and I'll be stopping by the black market on my way.”

Not only did Yiwangfei save her junior sister's life, but she also saved the Sect Leader from the hands of the rebels in Su City. She is a great benefactor of our Tiangijue.

I never expected to meet a benefactor on the black market.

Inside the study, Ruo Shan and Hong Yan respectfully stood on either side.

Ye Ning carefully took out the silver notes and valuable items from her backpack, one by one.

These are all the specialties of our Tiangong Mountain, they're not expensive things, Yu Yan definitely asked me to bring them to the princess.

"Xiaozhi... How is Yuyan recovering"

It has to be said, that little rascal is really quite thoughtful.

Such a large pearl, such a precious jewel, each one is invaluable.

"Thank you, Princess Yiwang, for your concern. Yuyan is recovering well and kept insisting on coming, but the journey was too far, and the sect leader was worried something might happen along the way, so I came alone."

Ye Ning and Yun An'an chatted so animatedly that Su Yu Yan was startled, and even Ruo Shan from afar was stunned. Their mouths gaped open in disbelief.

He wanted to ask, is there anyone in the world who doesn't know Princess Yi

"By the way, there's one more important thing. The headmaster specifically instructed me to pass on this message word for word to Princess Yi."Mansion open the ancestral hall enshrining the Unwritten Heavenly Scripture, and it was precisely at this time that the Blood Fiend Sect assassins broke into the mansion.But speaking of which, let's n...