The gang leader asked Lou Xinlan: "What kind of work are you talking about? We don't do robbery."
"It's not robbery." Lou Xinlan said hurriedly: "A woman has offended me. You can just go over and tease her and scare her."
So simple? The gang leader said, "Flirting with women damages our reputation. We have to pay more."
Lou Xinlan frowned: "How much do you want to add?"
The gang leader took a look at her attire and saw that she was dressed expensively and had a gold hairpin on her head. Then he looked at her plump body and realized that she could not be fed without money.
He held up his fingers and made a two.
Lou Xinlan smiled: "Two taels, this is easy..."
"Twenty taels." The gang leader said sternly, "I won't do it if it's even one tael less."
"What!" Lou Xinlan was stunned, and so were the other thugs, but they reacted quickly and expressed dissatisfaction in their tone.
"Brother, when did it become so little?"
"Don't we all start at fifty taels?"
The gang leader shook his head: "This woman doesn't look rich. She can't afford to pay more."
Lou Xinlan felt humiliated. Although her family background was not good, she was now the daughter of the prefectural governor. How could she allow others to look down on her? Especially since the other party was a gangster.
"Who said I can't afford it?" She pulled a piece of paper from her sleeve. "Here's a fifty-liang silver note. Take it to Sihai Silver Shop and exchange it."
The gang leader gave a wink, and the younger brother immediately took the banknote. After a moment, he nodded at him, indicating that the banknote was real.
Everyone was so happy that they almost laughed out loud.
They tried their best to restrain their laughter, but the corners of their mouths still rose unconsciously. The gang leader raised his sleeves to cover the corners of his mouth, and his younger brothers followed suit, while also blocking the strange smell that was coming towards them.
"Where is the woman you're talking about? We'll teach her a lesson for you."
Lou Xinlan said, "Come with me."
She walked in front, and the thugs followed behind with their noses covered. Finally, Lou Xinlan pointed her finger, and the thugs seemed to be liberated and rushed forward impatiently.
Sheng Qiyue had wrapped her headscarf again, but her graceful figure was hard to conceal, and she stood out even in the crowded crowd.
She was frightened by the sudden appearance of the gangster. Her beautiful eyes, as crystal clear as glass, widened slightly, and she stared helplessly at the malicious person in front of her.
The gang leader blushed and felt a little embarrassed for some reason.
Seeing the younger brother looking at him intently, the gang leader coughed and spoke in an unskilled manner.
"Beautiful, beautiful lady, come alone, play with your brother."
Sheng Qiyue felt a little strange. These people were not the ones who teased her in her previous life. She was even confused as to whether they were called by Lou Xinlan.
She clutched her headscarf tightly, revealing only a pair of bright starry eyes, her long eyelashes trembling slightly, revealing fear and fragility in them.
"I'm not a beauty, nor am I a human. My parents will be here soon. Please, don't make things difficult for me."
"Oh, how can this be a dilemma, little beauty? Come home with your brother. I will make money to support you."
"Even your voice is so nice, come and enjoy the delicious food and drinks with us."
Sheng Qiyue retreated helplessly. Some people gathered around to watch the fun, but no one helped her. She made up her mind, turned around and ran back.
The gangsters were stunned and looked at the eldest brother. The eldest brother waved his hand, and they chased after him and stopped Sheng Qiyue.
"Where are you going, little beauty? Are you running so slowly because you're afraid your brother won't be able to catch up?"
"Untie your turban so we can see it."
Sheng Qiyue retreated step by step, and a gangster tried to grab her headscarf, revealing her beautiful face as gorgeous as a peach or plum.
Her cherry-colored lips were tightly pressed into a straight line, and her skin, which was originally as white as snow, now looked even paler and more fragile. Her thin body was trembling slightly, and the corners of her eyes were slightly red. Crystal tears were flashing in her eyes, and the watery color seemed as if they could turn into tears and roll down at any time.
The gangsters were stunned and the street fell silent.
A loud shout woke everyone up from their dream: "How dare you molest a girl in broad daylight? Why don't you let this girl go?"
Sheng Qiyue looked in the direction of the voice and saw a man in brocade clothes striding towards him. He had handsome features, but there were some faint blue-black marks under his eyes, which made his originally handsome face look a little tired and haggard.
Anyone with a discerning eye could tell that this man was addicted to alcohol and sex, and they all smiled meaningfully.
Sheng Qiyue looked at the man in front of her and couldn't help feeling a strange feeling in her heart.
She felt that he seemed different now than when they met in her mansion in her previous life, but she couldn't tell exactly what had changed.
Sheng Qiyue shook his head secretly, perhaps he was overthinking it. His memories of his previous life were a little vague. Maybe he was like that back then?
The gang leader came to his senses and saw Cheng Yaojin appearing unexpectedly. He smiled roguely and said, "Who are you? It's not your turn to judge us for what we do."
The man angrily said, "How dare you! I am He Wenmao, the prefect's legitimate son. If you don't leave now, I will take you to jail."
The gang leader looked at Sheng Qiyue and saw her looking at He Wenmao with hope. He hesitated for a moment, waved his hand, and disappeared into the crowd with his little brothers.
"Thank you for rescuing me, sir." Sheng Qiyue bowed gracefully to He Wenmao and said, "I have no way to repay you, but I am willing to be your slave in my next life."
"No need to work like a slave." He Wenmao frivolously held her slender, white hand. The smooth and delicate touch made his mind float up, and he smiled with utmost infatuation.
Sheng Qiyue withdrew her hand in fright, but he held it even tighter.
He Wenmao smiled brightly: "You can repay me now, no need to wait for the next life."
Sheng Qiyue lowered her head: "What do you mean, sir?"
He Wenmao: "You can be my concubine and give me a few big fat boys. That's how you repay me."
Sheng Qiyue was stunned for a moment, and then her face flushed, like a blooming peach blossom, shy in the spring breeze.
She whispered, "I am willing to repay you, sir."
He Wenmao was overjoyed and said "good" three times in a row.
Someone shook his head. Another girl was about to fall into the fire pit.
Everyone knows that He Wenmao is a playboy. He has more than ten or twenty concubines in his backyard, and countless maids. It is said that his yard is a den of gold and he even doesn't let the maids who serve him go unpunished.
This girl is very beautiful, what a pity.
Lou Xinlan was watching not far away, and couldn't help but laugh when she saw that things were developing just as she expected.
My cousin's backyard is a mess. There are more than twenty concubines. After my cousin got used to the novelty of them, he forgot about them and hung out outside, rarely staying in the backyard.
My aunt thought his concubines were an eyesore, so she would sell a few of them from time to time when she was in a bad mood. My cousin knew about it but didn't stop her.
I'm afraid this girl will suffer the same fate. I'll be merciful and take her in as a maid.
Lou Xinlan was in a very good mood as she walked back with Xiaohong. Passersby on the road all stepped back to avoid her. She didn't mind seeing this, thinking that she would become beautiful soon and then she would give them a slap in the face.
As she walked, she thought about what to give.
The girl looks shabby, so just give her some silver jewelry. She will definitely be grateful.
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