"Puchen Kingdom is said to be rich in jade, and the jade there is of the highest quality, sold to various countries and regions." Pei Shijiu said, "Are you going to do jade business?"

“Jade is extremely profitable, it would be a shame not to make money from it. I have reached a cooperation agreement with Boss Zuo, who runs a jade gambling stall. I will identify the stones and we will split the profits 50/50. I will also go to Puchen State to select stones for his people under the guise of friendship. Of course, if I go in person, the cooperation with Boss Zuo will no longer be the main part.”

All I can say is that Boss Zuo is an opportunity, and she will abide by the terms of the contract with him. In that kind of place, how much you earn depends on your own abilities.

"How long will it take?"

"It will take at least ten days to half a month. Depending on the situation, it may take longer if we select more stones."

“I’ll go with you,” Pei Shijiu said. “We’re unfamiliar with the area, and it’s not very safe.”

Actually, she didn't need to worry about safety; the main thing was that he wanted to be with her.

Qiao Lian'er looked up and saw through the boy's thoughts.

"I'm afraid we've encountered danger. It's my turn to protect Young Master Pei."

Pei Shijiu shrugged indifferently: "I will do my best within human power, and you have your own tricks for things beyond human power."

Qiao Lian'er's heart softened a little.

Pei Shijiu went back to prepare. He had long been determined not to compete with his elder brother, but he still had some affairs to handle in the manor.

"Brother, thank you for your hard work while I was away."

Seeing the gentle warmth in her younger brother's eyes, Pei Zhujin smiled and asked, "Are you going with the princess? Where are you going?"

"Go to Puchen Kingdom to look at jade. Pick out a few good pieces of jade to make accessories for my elder brother, and also for my father and mother."

“I’ve heard of Puchen Kingdom. It’s far from the capital and I’ve heard it’s turbulent and unsafe.” Pei Zhujin frowned.

Pei Shijiu winked mysteriously at his older brother: "Big brother, with the little girl here, none of this matters. Even if she goes through fire and water, she'll find a way to escape."

Pei Zhujin knew that Qiao Lian'er must have something to gain from going there, and it was definitely not just for a few stones.

Since she was going, her younger brother naturally had to go with her.

"Alright, then be careful. I'll take care of things in the manor, so don't worry."

Since they had been gone for quite some time, the two rode their horses to the city gate first, leaving some trace of their presence. Otherwise, their complete disappearance would inevitably lead to speculation.

"Sister Lian'er, Second Young Master Pei, where are you going?"

Qiao Dayong, who was patrolling the city gate, saw this and came over to ask.

He was clad in armor, with a heavy sword hanging at his waist, exuding an imposing and awe-inspiring presence. His face was cold and his aura was menacing, inspiring reverence in anyone who saw him.

However, when facing his family, his eyes are filled with tenderness.

"Brother Dayong, we're going to a very far place and won't be back for a while. We've already told our families."

Qiao Dayong knew that Lian'er's long journey must mean something great was about to happen.

“Young Master Qiao, if you need anything, please go to my brother,” Pei Shijiu said, holding the reins.

The Qiao family and the Pei family are essentially in an alliance. Although Prince Pei and Princess Pei have not explicitly stated their stance, they have not objected either.