Junior Sister is skilled in subduing demons.

Chapter 136 Shuxiang Town
Shuxiang Town, the first town on the ancient Micang Road, is bustling with activity today, as people from the surrounding villages have gathered here.

After traveling for several hours, the large group from Huanglongxi Village finally arrived at the market. They set up stalls in the designated area, displaying all sorts of goods.

Over here are stalls overflowing with fresh fruits and vegetables, their vibrant colors emitting an enticing aroma. Over there are stalls selling all sorts of handicrafts: exquisite embroidered handkerchiefs, delicate bamboo trinkets—each item drawing the eye. There are also stalls selling local delicacies: steaming hot tofu pudding exuding the aroma of soybeans, crispy fried dough sticks sizzling in the oil, and some unidentified herbs…

"Fellow villager, isn't this bullwhip too expensive? Can you make it cheaper?"

"Brother, this bull penis was freshly cut this morning. It's very fresh and highly nutritious."

“Look, look, the bullwhips over there are cheaper than yours. You can have a smaller amount, and I’ll buy more.”

……

Looking at the bustling scene, a cacophony of sounds—the hawkers' cries, the haggling of customers, and the calls of poultry and livestock—Shen Anzhi felt a surge of excitement.

The little creature inside the basket seemed to be awakened by the noise. It poked its head out and curiously looked around. Its eyes darted around as it looked at the dazzling array of goods, its face full of wonder.

"Sister Anzhi, please put the dumplings here first, we're going to set up our stall."

"Oh, okay, okay."

Anzhi put down the basket, and Tuanzi's head immediately popped out. A group of children were surprised to find it and rushed over. They were all attracted by this furry creature.

And so, Shen Anzhi sat there, watching the people coming and going, watching the villagers busy haggling over prices, feeling somewhat awkward, and could only occasionally huddle together.

Rimai Yongga had finished his work. He walked over to Shen Anzhi, his brow furrowed, and said, "Let's go!"

"Leave?" Shen Anzhi asked, somewhat bewildered.

Rimai Yongga: "Everyone's going to do business. Aren't you going to the bamboo forest?"

"Oh, oh, oh." Shen Anzhi then realized that it was time to leave, and said to his youngest daughter beside him, "Youngest daughter, I'll be going now. You guys are busy, see you later."

The youngest daughter was haggling with the merchant when she realized what was happening. She tightly grasped Anzhi's hand and said, "Sister Anzhi, thank you so much. I know they shouldn't have taken advantage of your kindness, but..."

Faced with his youngest daughter's guilt, Shen Anzhi suddenly had an idea, which was of course a spur-of-the-moment thought.

Traveling the world without money is no good, and I only have two coins in my pocket right now. Without money, I'll be stuck like I was in Jingdezhen, watching Kui Ran stay at an inn while I have to stay in a dilapidated temple. So, since the youngest daughter feels guilty, why not let them compensate me with money, and make up for the hurt? Anyway, there's a long road ahead, and there will be many places where money is needed.

Shen Anzhi comforted him, "Alright, since you still feel so guilty, then give me some travel money."

"Oh, yes, yes, yes." The youngest girl realized what was happening and quickly pulled out a few copper coins from her pocket.

Shen Anzhi twirled the copper coins in his hand and then said, "I want five taels of silver."

"Ah! Five taels!" Rimai Yongga and his youngest daughter were both stunned. Five taels of silver was a considerable sum of money for the villagers. It was equivalent to the income of several households from a whole day's trading at the market, and it was equivalent to the youngest daughter's earnings for almost two years. Rimai Yongga and his youngest daughter were indeed taken aback.

“Anzhi, do you know that five taels of silver, they have to…” Rimai Yongga frowned, puzzled.

An Zhi said firmly, "I know, but my going rate is five taels of silver. I had a friend in Jingdezhen who would charge twenty taels of silver for catching a demon, but I only charge five taels."

“Where are you charging such a price? That’s outrageous! Our tribal shaman only charges twenty coins for a ritual to exorcise evil spirits, and even the old Taoist priest from Mount Shu only charges one tael of silver for a meal,” Rimai Yongga explained.

Anzhi frowned as he looked at Rimai Yongga, as if telling him to shut up immediately.

Faced with Shen Anzhi's request, the youngest daughter was in a dilemma. She would definitely have to borrow the five taels of silver from the villagers. Once she gave it to them, she would have to live a life of paying off the debt for at least two years. But then she thought about it again and realized that she owed Shen Anzhi after all, so she nodded and said, "Then, then wait a moment."

After saying that, the youngest daughter went to several stalls in Huanglongxi Village and discussed borrowing money with some people.

Fortunately, since the youngest daughter was well-regarded in the village, the villagers were very generous. Upon hearing about this, they all contributed their money. Old Village Chief Yang and the tea lady pooled together one tael of silver.

"You really want five taels of silver? This will make our youngest daughter live a very frugal life for at least two years. How about you ask for less?" Rimai Yongga felt that Shen Anzhi was asking for too much, and that his youngest daughter would have to pay back the money for the next few years.

An Zhi sneered: "Rimai Yongga, you've all played the good guy. It's not unreasonable for me, the bad guy, to ask for five taels of silver, is it? Why don't you pay for him? You know they're going to use me as a sacrifice."

Rimai Yongga knew that Shen Anzhi was still struggling with this matter, but then again, it would be hard for anyone to accept, so he said, "If I had money, I would definitely help you. I only have twenty coins."

"Tch!" Anzhi rolled his eyes. "Don't give me that nonsense. Only money can make me happy right now."

After speaking, Shen Anzhi even squatted down and petted the panda cub.

Soon, the youngest daughter handed over a pile of silver wrapped in a handkerchief: "Sister Anzhi, that's all I have. I've only borrowed a little over three taels of silver. I'll owe you the rest for now."

Taking the bag of silver, Shen Anzhi swayed with delight, then nodded and said, "Alright, from now on, you, my youngest daughter, owe Shen Anzhi nothing, so don't feel guilty anymore. I'll use your money to avert disaster for you."

These words amused the youngest daughter and Rimai Yongga.

"Alright, alright, let's part ways here, until we meet again." After saying goodbye to his youngest daughter, Rimai Yongga helped Shen Anzhi lift the basket containing the panda.

The youngest daughter waved her hand: "Sister Anzhi, thank you."

After saying that, the youngest daughter kissed the chubby little dumpling in the basket on her back: "Tuanzi, you must listen to Mommy, okay? Come back to your hometown, Wolonggang, when you have time!"

Anzhi waved his hand and said, "I'm leaving. Let me know if you have any more opportunities to make money like this in the future."

And so, in the market, Shen Anzhi parted ways with the villagers of Huanglongxi. Feigning nonchalance, she turned away without looking back and disappeared into the crowd with firm steps.