Rebirth of Poisoned Empress, by 颜若优雅

Chapter 20

Gers were men, but due to their body structure and composition, most Gers had a more slender built and were more sensitive. Their reputation was as important to them as it were to women. Although it can't be said there weren't any Gers like Shen Liang who could tease and flirt back when hit on, there weren't many. Quite few, in face. And Chu Li could be considered to have kicked a heavy, iron plate this time.

"He looks soft and weak, but in actuality, can be as aggressive as second brother..."

Chu Li muttered under his breath after recovering from his shock. Without responding for the other party to react, he then recovered his smile and continued, "I do indeed wish to ask your hand in marriage, but I'm afraid General Shen would come back and cut me in half. Although the saying is that under the peony tree, even ghosts know how to have a good time, but how can anyone have a good time when dead. Wouldn't you say so, Liangliang?"

Liangliang... he really did have the audacity!

Qi Yue and Qi Xuan extended a murderous glare at the man. Shen Liang arched an eyebrow in provocation, "Whether or not my elder brother will cut you down, I'm not sure. But it seems like you have no intent on doing business with me."

"No, no, no... business must still be done."

Hearing that, Chu Li immediately extended his hand in gesture. Sensing that Shen Liang was alluding to him the jokes can now end, Chu Li assumed a formal and stern expression, "The Blood Red Linglong is considered a priceless treasure. Rumors have it that it is capable of detoxifying hundreds of poisons. Even the wealthiest family, the Murong Family has offered a reward for its location. Three years have passed and not a single information has been heard. How did young master Shen come to know of its whereabouts? And if it's for money, why not directly reach out to the Murong family?'

Chu Li casted aside his frivolous demeanor and his gaze adopted a brilliance within them as though they held a wisdom attained from thousands of years. 

"How I came to know of its whereabouts isn't important. All this shopkeeper needs to tell me is whether Luofengju is willing to carry through with the transaction."

Shen Liang raised his head to meet his gaze evenly. He had an indifferent smile that revealed his lack of reluctance in leaving immediately if the other party were to shake his head.

"...."

Beautiful and intriguing. He suited his taste very well. Why did he have to be Shen Da's brother?

He looked over him and Chu Li once again felt regret and pity. However, he still responded solemnly, "Alright, we indeed have no qualification to inquire further. But does the young master Shen intend to sell the information directly to us or hire us as an intermediary for another party to sell the information to?"

Legends have told the Blood Jade Linglong was crafted by Jiang Heng, the wife of the God of War. Jiang Heng, who stood at the pinnacle of the medical field, could detoxify poisons and prolong life easily. Not only was the Murong family interested, those who knew of the Blood Jade Linglong desired and coveted it. Unfortunately, no one knew of its whereabouts as the item simply disappeared without a trace. Some say the item was hidden in the Imperial safehouse. Others say the item is part of the Wei Family's treasures. Others assume the item is only a legend, a story. There were many sides to the story, but Chu Li did believe the item exists. 

"I'll sell the information to the Murong Family."

Shen Liang spoke without hesitation as though he had already thoughts things through.

"En...."

Sure enough, Chu Li deliberately said in a low voice, "As I've said before, the Murong Family has indeed offered a generous reward for its whereabouts but since this young master has already settled on the buyer, why not reach out to the Murong Family directly?"