Chapter 204: Chapter 147: Lovestruck Woman Competing for a Man

Shen Ruoxi and Jun Moling were momentarily stunned, their gazes followed everyone else’s towards the tea stall, where a crowd was gathering, seemingly drawn by something interesting.

A hint of curiosity flashed in Shen Ruoxi’s eyes as she turned to Jun Moling and said, “Young Master Jun, let’s go over and take a look too.”

Jun Moling glanced at her eager expression, nodded slightly in agreement.

When the two arrived at the tea stall, they found it already surrounded by a large crowd, three layers deep, bustling with activity.

Suddenly, a sharp female voice rang out from inside, arrogantly saying, “I’m telling you, young man, don’t refuse a toast only to drink a forfeit. Go ask around and find out who I, Ye Yun’er, am?

Also, find out what my uncle does? Today, I am speaking nicely to you to negotiate. If you don’t agree, don’t blame me for turning hostile.”

Full of confusion, Shen Ruoxi quickly asked someone next to her, “Who is Ye Yun’er?”

Someone familiar with the situation answered enthusiastically, “That’s the daughter of Rich Ye, the wealthiest household’s heiress in our county. Her uncle is a high-ranking official in the Capital City, very powerful, and quite formidable.”

“So, what does she actually want?” Shen Ruoxi continued to inquire.

“Seems like she spotted a handsome young man…”

The person hadn’t finished speaking when a familiar male voice full of anger shouted from the tea stall, “Get lost! If you keep squawking, I’ll throw you out!”

“You go ahead and try! I’ll make sure you regret it!” Ye Yun’er shouted back, still arrogantly.

Shen Ruoxi and Jun Moling exchanged glances, both showing surprise in their eyes, for the voice belonged to Pei Xuan.

How could they miss such an interesting show? Shen Ruoxi immediately called out to the onlookers, “Everyone, please move aside. We know the person inside.”

Hearing this, the crowd directed their attention to her and Jun Moling.

Despite their ordinary attire, the pair’s striking appearances, as though they had stepped out of a painting, quickly made people make way for them.

As they walked into the tea stall, their presence, being so eye-catching, instantly drew many looks.

Yet Pei Xuan didn’t even lift an eyelid, simply continued refilling the tea for the lady beside him, his demeanor notably gentle.

“Miss, he’s not only handsome, but his family’s also quite wealthy. I support you in winning him over!” Shen Ruoxi couldn’t help but tease.

Hearing her voice, Pei Xuan and Yun Jiangxue raised their heads simultaneously, both displaying shocked expressions.

“Junior Sister.” Yun Jiangxue smiled softly and called out.

“Senior Sister, you came to the market too?” Shen Ruoxi responded with equal delight.

“Just wandering around.” Yun Jiangxue replied gently.

Ye Yun’er watched them suspiciously from the side, secretly speculating about their relationship.

Yet, she seemed to hear Shen Ruoxi say she supported her in winning the young man, reigniting her scheming mind.

She arrogantly stood in front of them, shouting at Pei Xuan, “Your friends say you should come with me. Look at her shabby appearance, what can she give you?

I can offer you wealth and prestigious status, even help you become an official.”

Her spoiled demeanor suggested that the world should revolve around her.

Shen Ruoxi was even more gleeful on the side, stoking the flames, “This is the opportunity of a lifetime, Xuan I’m not sure you should hesitate.”

Yun Jiangxue shook her head slightly, her eyes carrying a trace of helplessness, as the scene grew more lively with her junior sister’s mischief.

Pei Xuan was extremely irritated; he had come with the intention of enjoying precious time with Yun Jiangxue, but now unanticipated complications arose.

If not for the desire to preserve the rare, pleasant mood with Yun Jiangxue, he really wanted to throw the oblivious Ye Yun’er out.

The added chaos from Shen Ruoxi made him even more exasperated.

He suddenly let out a cold laugh and mocked, “Miss Ye, with your family’s wealth and your uncle being an official of the court, how could a commoner like me be worthy?

Look over there, he’s taller and better-looking than me, a paragon that suits you perfectly.” Pei Xuan gestured towards the exceptionally charismatic Jun Moling.

Initially, Ye Yun’er had eyes only for Pei Xuan, her mind set on possessing him.

However, upon hearing there might be a man even more outstanding than Pei Xuan, despite her skepticism, she couldn’t help but look. One look and she was dumbstruck.

Jun Moling’s flawless features, like exquisitely carved jade, accompanied by an inherently commanding aura, left people unable to resist.

Not just Ye Yun’er, a daughter of a nouveau riche from a small county, even ladies of prestigious families would find his charm hard to resist.

“You… you’re so handsome.” Ye Yun’er stared at Jun Moling, almost drooling, as if her soul had been captivated.

Seeing this, Shen Ruoxi realized this farce had somehow involved her.

Meanwhile, Yun Jiangxue secretly chuckled, now she could revel in the schadenfreude.

“How can you be so quick to switch targets? Do you just go for whoever looks better, without caring about feelings?”

Shen Ruoxi couldn’t help but criticize, utterly speechless at this woman’s conduct.

“Are you his wife? How much to leave him and let me have him?”

Ye Yun’er’s eyes gleamed with greedy green light, wholly in a lovestruck, foolish state over Jun Moling, utterly ignoring the others’ peculiar glances.

Yun Jiangxue tugged Pei Xuan to his feet, paid for the tea, not forgetting to playfully stick her tongue out at Shen Ruoxi, cheerfully saying, “Junior Sister, we’ll go on ahead, make sure to ask for a lot so your senior sister’s future can depend on you!”

Shen Ruoxi couldn’t help but laugh, responding, “Sure, you wait outside, let’s go eat later.”

“With the silver from selling your husband?” Yun Jiangxue couldn’t resist adding another jab.

Jun Moling secretly shook his head, ignoring the part about selling and money, he liked the part about being her husband.

Watching from the side, Pei Xuan sighed in relief, the phrase “pay the price for one’s actions” floating in his mind, which he sent to Shen Ruoxi.

Afterward, the two left hand in hand, joyfully wearing expressions of schadenfreude.

Looking at Jun Moling’s pampering gaze, seemingly unable to handle her, Shen Ruoxi couldn’t help but laugh.

Just moments ago, they joked about selling him for silver, now it seemed the deal was on the table.

“Miss Ye, how much silver can you bring out?” Shen Ruoxi deliberately asked in a serious manner.

Ye Yun’er replied haughtily, “Name your price.”

Shen Ruoxi turned her hands over once, then did it four more times in a row.

Frowning, Ye Yun’er looked puzzled, “What’s that? A hundred thousand taels? Aren’t you asking for too much? I’ll only give fifty thousand, enough for you to spend several lifetimes! Is it a deal?”

Yet Shen Ruoxi remained firm, “No, it’s not a hundred thousand taels, it’s a full million taels. How about it? Pay up, and we’ll consider the transaction complete.”

“A million taels, why don’t you just rob me?” Ye Yun’er’s face turned red with anger.

“Then it can’t be helped, young man, let’s go.” Shen Ruoxi made a move to leave.

Ye Yun’er, furious, suddenly turned her gaze towards Jun Moling, eagerly saying, “Young Master, just leave her and you’ll have wealth and a prosperous future waiting. I believe there’s no need to consider!”

Jun Moling sneered, full of disdain, “Try finding someone more beautiful than her, then talk to me!”

With that, he squeezed Shen Ruoxi’s hand with frustration, pulling her to leave the tea stall.

“What’s beauty good for? Don’t all men want to gain prestige and wealth?” Ye Yun’er persisted, shouting loudly.

Jun Moling didn’t indulge her one bit, sarcastically retorting, “You wouldn’t want to hold an ugly woman and vomit at night!”

Upon hearing this, everyone burst out laughing.

Ye Yun’er stomped her feet in anger, while Jun Moling led Shen Ruoxi out of the tea stall.

Not far off, Pei Xuan was waiting with Yun Jiangxue.

Jun Moling glanced at Shen Ruoxi with a faint smile, teasing, “Encountered a penny-pincher, almost got sold for a million taels!”

Only then did Pei Xuan usher Yun Jiangxue to greet Jun Moling, then remarked with a laugh, “Still, the Prince is worth much more, she only offered ten thousand taels for me!”

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