USWHC -Chapter 327 Fooling, Then Continuing to Fool (Part 7)

“Whoa, this gentleman looks a bit unfamiliar! Not from around here, huh?” The madam chuckled as she glanced over Zhu Laohan’s face. “Looks like there’s some big business today!”

At the same time, her eyes flicked teasingly over Zhu Jie and the others. Oh my, her eyes practically popped out—what a fine piece of work!

Zhu Laohan glared at her with disgust, but when he saw the way she was practically drooling over Zhu Jie, his heart couldn’t help but skip a beat. She had taken a liking to her!

Of course, it wasn’t surprising. Zhu Jie was stunning! Just looking at her face, the madam couldn’t look away. But being used to this kind of trade, she naturally couldn’t say so outright. Instead, she quickly withdrew her gaze and put on a casual, indifferent expression. “So, which one are you selling today?”

“My daughter—the best one!” Zhu Laohan didn’t hold back.

As he spoke, he pointed very clearly at Zhu Jie. Zhu Jie blushed and lowered her head shyly, making no objection, as if silently agreeing.

Seeing such a smooth transaction, the madam was genuinely delighted! Such a beautiful girl, and willing to come of her own accord—this was definitely prime material for a top courtesan!

“Is this really your daughter?” The madam still asked, hardly able to believe it.

“Of course. We have the papers!” Zhu Laohan immediately pulled out the prepared documents.

The madam didn’t even glance at them, instead smiling as she asked Zhu Jie, “Is this really your father?”

“Yes,” Zhu Jie mumbled softly.

“Oh my, what a good daughter!” The madam nodded with satisfaction. “Having a daughter like this, you’re blessed!”

Zhu Laohan chuckled to himself. Hmph, having such a convenient daughter, of course he was blessed!

“Do you know what kind of place this is?” The madam decided to confirm again.

Zhu Jie replied crisply, “A place that serves men!”

“Well, well, you really know your stuff!” The madam looked at Zhu Laohan in disbelief. “Your family’s upbringing is really excellent!”

Indeed, she had seen girls brought in from families before, but they all cried and begged. She had never seen someone so poised and confident. Her compliment was genuine and wholehearted.

Seeing such prime merchandise, the madam couldn’t quite hide her excitement. She cautiously asked, “How much are you asking?”

Zhu Laohan saw her drooling expression and immediately decided to go for a sky-high price. “Five hundred taels!” Yes, at least he’d break even.

Truthfully, five hundred taels for a person was quite expensive. The madam hesitated slightly, and when she glanced at Zhu Jie again, her suspicion grew. Could this be a trickster trying to bait her?

“Three hundred taels, that’s already a lot!” The madam bargained. “And I need to inspect the goods first!”

“Inspect the goods?” Zhu Laohan’s eyes widened. Was that even a thing?

Seeing his hesitation, the madam became even more cautious. “Of course we inspect the goods—don’t want some sick chicken showing up!” she muttered loudly on purpose.

“What sick chicken? She’s the daughter of a good family!” Zhu Laotai immediately put on an offended look. “Such a fine daughter of mine, I wouldn’t sell her for five hundred taels less!”

Three hundred taels would still be a loss. Zhu Laotai gritted her teeth and insisted.

The atmosphere turned slightly awkward. Seeing that the madam seemed hesitant, Zhu Laotai pretended to gather Zhu Jie to leave. “Fine, this place isn’t so great. Let’s try another one!”

The madam couldn’t let that happen! Her top courtesan couldn’t just be handed over like that.

“Then inspect the goods first. If she’s good, the price is negotiable!” The madam finally relented.

It was clear she really valued Zhu Jie as prime material! The Zhu family immediately felt relieved. So, abducting a woman could even have its benefits!

At this moment, Zhu Jie also felt at ease. Good—an inspection! She obediently followed the madam to the back room, ready to be properly examined.