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Seeing the beautiful woman before him, so charming and alluring, yet her words were filled with murderous intent—truly, the heart of a beautiful woman is the most poisonous. He should be more careful next time.
He replied lazily, "I can't be bothered. You're not one of my men. I'm a man who follows the rules; I wouldn't commit murder and robbery. Besides, in this market, as long as you trade peacefully and fairly, I have no other intentions."
Jie Huayu was speechless. "You've killed so many people and you still haven't shown any mercy. You're two-faced." She personally handed over a bottle of pills, saying, "My lord, please look, these are two Qi-Nourishing Pills. They have the effect of strengthening the foundation, nourishing the blood, and replenishing vital energy."
He Chen took the bottle of pills, opened it, and smelled it. Instantly, his cells felt a desire to devour it. It seemed to be non-poisonous. As for the value of the pills, he really couldn't be sure for the time being!
At this moment, silence was the best answer. He Chen put the medicine bottle back in and then personally returned it to Miss Yu, gently touching her slender fingers.
'No wonder, even the hardest steel can be softened by a gentle touch. Indeed, the story of the beacon fire that summoned the feudal lords makes perfect sense. It seems the old adage, "Even heroes find it hard to resist the charms of a beautiful woman," is true indeed. With a troubled heart, one should be executed.'
Immediately, the Thunderfire Heart Technique was activated, eliminating evil and heretical paths, and the mortal world returned to the righteous path!
Jie Huayu looked at the returned Peiyuan Pill. Although this pill was not top-grade, it was still very precious and sold very well before the sixth rank. She herself was reluctant to take it out. She did not expect that this person could also resist greed!
Then he went on to explain, "I am one of the collateral relatives cultivated by the Xie family. However, if I cannot demonstrate my due value, I will only become a commodity for the Xie family to use in marriage alliances, a caged bird. Originally, I had plenty of time, but my opponent is restless and keeps attacking me, trying to get me married off and driven away as soon as possible."
I came here to demonstrate my value; otherwise, I might never be able to leave this place again.
After speaking, her eyes welled up with tears, which was heartbreaking.
Most young people would probably be instantly enraged upon seeing this, and might even fly into a rage for the sake of a beautiful woman!
He Chen listened, speechless. 'A life most ordinary people can only dream of. You people are truly close, but what does it have to do with me!'
Then he remained silent and did not interfere.
Seeing He Chen remain silent, Xie Huayu was momentarily at a loss for how to continue her act, thinking to herself, 'This man really has no chivalry towards women; how is this so different from what I was taught at home?'
He then said, "The team leader, Manager Hai, is from the Xie family. I originally thought he was neutral, but now it seems he has been bribed by the enemy. If there is any danger on this trip, my life will be in danger as well."
Rather, it is Lord He's willingness that, after this trip, you may return to Wanzhou with me. You should also know that this border region is currently uncontrolled, and our Xie family can take some guest retainers to escort us away!
Upon hearing this, He Chen inquired, "Does Miss Yu know what has happened that has rendered this area beyond the jurisdiction of the government?"
Jie Huayu shook her head and said, "I don't know the details either. I've only heard that this matter involves a great deal of people, and this border region is home to many descendants of exiled people or fugitives. Whether or not to govern it has always been a point of contention!"
He Chen thanked her and declined, saying, "Thank you for your guidance, Miss Yu, but as an outsider, I will not interfere in your family's affairs."
Would I really compromise for such a small price to pay? If I compromise for this today and for that tomorrow, I might as well join a powerful faction, find a beautiful mentor, and save myself the trouble of struggling. But alas, I'm not that kind of person!
Miss Hua was taken aback. 'Shouldn't we be negotiating terms? Why isn't this proceeding according to common sense? Besides, leaving this place is what you peasants here want too. Even if you're strong, in the face of this overwhelming force, soon all sorts of demons, monsters, and foreigners will come. Without the Holy Dynasty's army, what will you use to resist!'
However, He Chen is currently the only person I can leave the management office. If I miss this opportunity, there will be too many variables. Young people are easier to fool than older people.
She then pleaded pitifully, "What does Your Excellency wish for? I would gladly serve as your slave."
He Chen's mind darkened. This woman was really sticking to him. A wicked smile played on his lips. "Fine," he said, "you're an outsider, so naturally I can't help you, otherwise I'd be breaking the rules of my market. But if you become my maid, then I can take action. Anyone who covets my woman will naturally be eliminated!"
Miss Yu was stunned. She had only said it casually, and he actually took it seriously. But, if it was a fight between him and Manager Hai that resulted in their mutual destruction, then the matter would be considered settled!
So she made up her mind and pretended to say, 'This, I will do as you say, sir. If you can help me out of this crisis, I am willing to become your maid!'
He Chen chuckled inwardly. "I'm not buying this pie-in-the-sky promise. I'm not a young man if there's no benefit to be gained!"
He said with a smile, "You have to become one of my people first, then I can rightfully stand up for you. Otherwise, I can't argue with you!"
"Yes, I agree!" Miss Yu said, going all out.
He Chen felt like he was dreaming, but he wasn't one to resort to such tricks. Otherwise, someone with such ulterior motives would have sold him out in the blink of an eye. He said seriously, "Alright, but you'll have to sign a life-or-death contract. Is Miss Yu willing?"
"My lord, you don't believe me anymore," Miss Yu said pitifully, her eyes reddening—what excellent acting! Then, with a heart full of sympathy, she said, "I do!"
He thought to himself, 'If I achieve great merit on this trip, I can simply ask my family to dissolve it upon my return. An ordinary life-and-death contract can't determine my fate. This person from the borderlands probably obtained the contract unintentionally and has no idea of its flaws.'
Seeing Miss Yu readily agree, He Chen knew what she was thinking and sighed, "She's truly a difficult person to deal with. But, are you really going to accept attribute-exchange items so easily?"
500 kill points, ouch! I exchanged them for a Life and Death Contract. This contract is specifically for important subordinates to prevent them from betraying you. Ordinary people would never dare to use it. The contract is also a precious item, involving many mysteries, and it's not something ordinary people can buy!
"My lord, I wonder if you are satisfied now?" Xiang asked, pretending to be angry, after Xie Huayu finished signing.
'You should call me master now. Try saying it,' He Chen said nonchalantly.
'Don't push your luck,' he said, then collapsed into a chair in pain.
'You can't be malicious towards me,'
'Now go warm the bed; this is your duty as a servant.'
The attribute exchange contract is truly powerful.
'You!' Miss Yu was unwilling, but she dared not have any other thoughts. She only wanted to deal with Manager Hai and find a way to resolve this contract after returning from this trip!
The borderlands were desolate and cold. Holding the fragrance close to my heart, I fell into a deep sleep two hours later!
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