Film and Television: The Collector Who Rampages Across the Heavens

Jinzhu gritted her teeth, her expression shifting between anger and uncertainty.

Footsteps sounded outside the courtyard corridor, and all the women turned their gazes to the approaching figure. A young man with a heroic and resolute face, a slender figure, and an imposing presence walked in. He was none other than the young master of the Yuwen family, who had intercepted the prison cart and captured them on the way.

"Is everything selected?"

Su Li asked Jin Zhu, her gaze sweeping over the row of girls. In this ancient era, there weren't many cosmetics; if you were pretty, you were pretty, and if you were not, you were definitely not pretty.

"You two, come here?"

Upon hearing his words, Chu Qiao and Curly Hair exchanged a glance and quickly stepped forward. Then, Chu Qiao on the left had her chin grabbed by a strong hand, and was looked up and down as if she were prey.

She felt very uncomfortable, and stared coldly at the man with her beautiful eyes.

Su Li tapped her forehead with one finger and applied a little pressure, causing the latter, who was weak, to stumble back several steps.

"I like that even as a slave, you still have such a temper."

Su Li smiled and took a silver bell from the maid's tray, then tied it around Chu Qiao's waist.

Then came the curly-haired girl, who asked, "What's your name?"

The innocent-looking young girl stammered, "Curly hair!"

"This name doesn't sound good. From now on, you'll be called Yiyi," Su Li said, handing the copper bell to her. "From today onwards, you'll stay with her. Everyone else, you're free!"

After saying this, he left the courtyard, leaving the women behind.

When it was time for dinner that evening, a group of maids from the Black Mountain Courtyard crowded around Chu Qiao to try and get close to her. Only then did she learn the meaning of the silver bell tied around her waist.

The servants in the Yuwen family were divided into four ranks: Iron Bell, Bronze Bell, Silver Bell, and then the legendary Golden Bell. Except for the Silver Bell, who was considered a person, the others were all slaves with no status or dignity.

The food was delicious, and Yiyi ate with gusto, her mouth greasy. She leaned closer and said, "Sister, it looks like our good days have arrived."

Chu Qiao glanced at the naive and innocent girl. She could clearly sense the hidden envy and jealousy these women harbored towards her, especially Jin Zhu, whose cold eyes seemed to carry a hint of murderous intent.

But she didn't care. If the other party didn't bother her, fine, but if they dared to provoke her, she would definitely make them pay.

After everyone finished eating, they were taken to the courtyard and given a lecture by the steward of the Black Mountain Courtyard. They stood there and waited for two hours until their legs ached before they were allowed to go to sleep and rest. They were also given tasks for the next day.

"Miss, you are the young master's personal maid. You only need to take care of his daily life with Miss Jinzhu." The steward smiled gently at Chu Qiao, then looked at Yiyi, his tone more arrogant: "As for you, you must ask Sixth Miss for permission to do anything, understand?"

"I understand..." Yiyi nodded repeatedly.

After the housekeeper left, the two went back to their room to sleep. As the owner of the silver bell, Chu Qiao had her own room, which was not big but clean and cozy enough.

Outside the half-open window, the bright moon hung high, dotted with stars, while two women chatted idly on the bed...

"Sister, will we live here forever?"

"Maybe!"

Chu Qiao's answer was somewhat vague. She seemed to remember having a different identity before, but she couldn't recall it.

"Actually, it's pretty good here. There's delicious food to eat and new clothes to wear."

"hehe……"

On the other side, inside the courtyard mansion that belonged exclusively to Su Li, Jin Zhu carefully stepped over the threshold and walked in, holding the prepared medicine in her hands.

"Young master, the medicine is ready!"

After his bath, the young nobleman sat behind the table, his eyes filled with contemplation, seemingly lost in thought. She placed the medicine on the table, then moved gracefully behind him, gently massaging him with both hands.

"Young master, those two slaves from earlier today are not from the Yuwen family. I think it would be better to wait before promoting them to personal maids. Their backgrounds aren't very clean, and there might be problems."

Jin Zhu spoke in a gentle, soft tone, subtly sowing discord within him.

The next moment, her left hand was grasped, and she was pulled into the man's arms by an irresistible force. Her delicate neck was gripped tightly by a large hand. If Su Li exerted even the slightest force, Jin Zhu would perish.

"Even if they're not safe, they're not as dangerous as you, are they?" Su Li said, her hand already sliding down her neck and slipping inside her collar.

Jinzhu dared not meet those meaningful eyes, and gave a dry laugh: "What do you mean, young master? This servant does not understand."

"You're Yuwen Huai's man, right?" Su Li asked, but her tone was certain.

Jinzhu blushed and bit her lip, saying, "Young master, have you forgotten? I came from Qingshan Academy and have no contact with Hongshan Academy whatsoever."

"Then how come a servant reported that you were secretly exchanging information with the steward, Zhu Shun?" Su Li tightened her grip on the deadly weapon in her hand slightly.

"Which servant is it? I am willing to confront him face to face to prove my innocence." Jinzhu's tone fluctuated as she spoke these words.

"Really? I saw it with my own eyes," Su Li said in a low voice.

Jinzhu's face turned deathly pale. She knew very well how ruthless the Yuwen family was, and that those who betrayed their master would never have a good end.

"Look at your face, it's all pale..." Su Li patted that pretty face.

"Young master, I...I..."

Jinzhu didn't want to die and wanted to explain, but was interrupted by Su Li's actions below. She was carried to the bedside.

As soon as the man let go, she lost her balance and fell onto the bed made of Persian wool, a tribute from the Western Regions. Her heart pounded several times.

"Completely stripped..."

Jinzhu took matters into her own hands, stripping herself completely naked, presenting herself to the man in front of the bed like a work of art.

"Think about it carefully. What is Yuwen Huai of the Red Mountain Academy? Can he compare to my Black Mountain Academy? If you are a smart person, you should serve me."

Jinzhu's face flushed, and her cherry lips parted as she wanted to say a few words to express her loyalty, but the dark shadow above pressed down on her...

……

Early in the morning, the servants' quarters at Black Mountain Courtyard were noisy as the steward and the old woman collectively yelled at everyone to get up and do their work.

Chu Qiao and Yi Yi also got dressed and got up. They were then told to take their clothes and toiletries to Su Li's residence. On the way, they passed through some places and heard some servants talking.

"It's truly tragic. None of the female slaves who were captured and sent to the hunting grounds came out alive."

"Young Master Huai of Red Mountain Academy is truly ruthless. Fortunately, we are from Black Mountain Academy..."

"You have no desire to live anymore, daring to gossip about your master in private."

Chu Qiao and Yi Yi exchanged a glance, clearly realizing something; they had also been in the prison van yesterday.

Upon arriving at the courtyard of Su Li, Chu Qiao looked at the guards surrounding her and asked, "Has the young master awakened?"

"Wait a moment, I'll go ask for you."

The guard went over to ask her questions, then beckoned to her.

Chu Qiao hurriedly led Yi Yi through the door and into the room. The young master on the bed had already woken up, and there was also a woman with a graceful figure, smooth and delicate back, and slender and exquisite body. Only when they got closer did they realize that it was Jin Zhu.

Silk garments were scattered all over the ground, and an indescribable smell filled the air.

For some reason, Chu Qiao's slightly better mood immediately turned sour. Holding the clothes in both hands, she said softly, "Young master, please put on your clothes."

"Are you asking me to get dressed, or are you asking me to dress you? Do you even know how to be served?"

Su Li was only wearing shorts, his perfectly muscular physique and chest muscles were very eye-catching. He spread his arms in a cross shape, "Help me get dressed, I have other things to do..."

Chu Qiao and Yi Yi had clearly never done any serving work before, and they hurriedly helped him get dressed.

"It's too slow, and it's so uncomfortable for me to wear. You guys should learn from it next time."

After Su Li helped Yi Yi, who was kneeling on the ground, put her boots on, she stood up and gave this evaluation.

Chu Qiao couldn't help but say, "If we're not dressed well, why doesn't Young Master dress himself?"

"I've already put it on, what do I need you for?"

Su Li reached out and put her arm around her slender waist, looking down at her: "It's not that I can't wear it, but if you're in my bed, I'll wear it myself."

Chu Qiao resisted, pushing against his chest muscles with both hands, trying to break free, but even at her peak, this was impossible, let alone now.

"You really are a wildcat, untamed and wild, but I like your style."

Su Li opened his mouth and bit her slightly dry lips. Chu Qiao's eyes widened as she looked at the man and the invading, slippery tongue.

She bit down hard, and Su Li had to back away in pain.

"She's bleeding!"

Su Li exhaled, loosened her grip on the woman's slender waist, and teased Chu Qiao, "I'll remember this time, next time it'll be my turn to bite you."

Chu Qiao touched her lips and watched the man leave the room.

Yiyi, standing next to her, was stunned and whispered, "Sister?"

"I'm fine!" Chu Qiao shook her head. "Let's go..."

"Why are you leaving? Bring me a cup of tea."

A soft, husky female voice came from Jinzhu on the bed. Her delicate face was stunningly beautiful, and her eyes were full of allure, reflecting the fury of last night's storm.

"Pour your own drink. We're here to serve the young master, not you," Chu Qiao said coldly, having no liking for this woman whatsoever.

"You audacious servant! Don't you know that Young Master Li favored me last night? You've become so arrogant just because you've gained power. I will definitely speak to the young master about this."

Jinzhu was furious; few servants in the Black Mountain Courtyard dared to speak to her in such a tone.

Chu Qiao, seemingly unconcerned, picked up Su Li's clothes from the ground and was about to leave, but Yi Yi dared not do so. She quickly ran over, poured a cup of tea, and brought it to Jin Zhu.

pat!

The tea was pushed over and spilled all over the floor by a delicate hand. Jinzhu said coldly, "I want her to pour it for me!"

Chu Qiao placed the clothes on the table, walked over, grabbed Yi Yi's wrist, and asked, "Did you get burned?"

Yiyi shook her head: "No..."

Chu Qiao slowly released her grip, a cold smile appearing on her face, and walked step by step towards the bed.

"You wretched woman, if I don't teach you a lesson, you'll think you're the boss!"

"What...what do you want to do, ah—"

Jin Zhu was no match for Chu Qiao under normal circumstances, let alone after being tormented all night. She was pinned down in one move, and her plump buttocks were brutally beaten.

At this moment, Su Li had already arrived at Hongshan Courtyard, where some noble young men had gathered and were playing the game of pitch-pot.

Yan Xun knew that his family was feared by the entire court, so when he was instigated by everyone to play the pitch-pot game, he deliberately missed, which made everyone laugh at him.

Yuwen Huai sneered: "Pretending to be something you're not, playing dumb to fool others..."

pat!

An arrow shot from the corridor and landed steadily in the pot. Then, to everyone's surprise, a graceful and beautiful woman with flawless white skin, wearing a veil and a bamboo hat, jumped out. Her lithe and agile figure exuded youthful vitality.

She pulled back her veil, revealing a beautiful and exquisite face, and glared angrily at Yuwen Huai: "Yuwen Huai, whose bad reputation are you spreading now?"

Yuwen Huai had long harbored feelings for this princess, but he only felt flustered when facing her, and gave a wry smile, unable to answer: "I... didn't tell anyone, I was just talking to myself."

Yuan Chun snorted coldly and let him go. She looked at Yan Xun with a smile on her fair face, but hadn't said anything yet.

A servant's loud shout came from outside the courtyard: "Young Master Yuwen Li of the Black Mountain Courtyard has arrived!"

"There are so many people here. It seems I'm not late." Su Li cupped his hands to the crowd and bowed to Yuan Song and Yuan Chun.

"You didn't go on duty today?"

Yuan Chun and Su Li were fairly familiar with each other. The latter served as a commander in the Imperial Guard and was responsible for guarding the palace. They would occasionally meet when they came and went.

"Today is a rest day." Su Li's gaze swept over the princess in front of her. She was born with a noble air, a golden branch and jade leaf. Her appearance and temperament were even better than Chu Qiao's.

"Then you're in for a treat today."

Yuan Chun nodded, turned to look at everyone, and, just like in the original drama, showed off the Jade Purity Wine she had brought. In two days it would be Yan Xun's birthday, and she had brought the wine specifically to celebrate the birthday of the son of the Marquis of Dingbei.

Although Yan Xun didn't say it out loud, he was obviously feeling smug. Being treated like this by the current Wei emperor's darling was an honor no one else had.

Su Li took a sip of ordinary wine and silently mourned for this guy for three seconds, thinking that the more happy he was today, the more miserable he would be in the future.

A seemingly joyous but actually turbulent gathering came to an end. In the following days, Su Li either went to the palace to guard the palace or practiced martial arts at home, whipping Jin Zhu or teasing Chu Qiao.

He managed to mold Jinzhu, the female spy, into one of his own within a few days, completely conquering her body and soul.

Yan Xun's birthday arrived quietly. Su Li changed into a formal suit and said to Chu Qiao, "Come with me to Qingshan Courtyard to celebrate the birthday of the Marquis of Dingbei."

Qingshan Courtyard... The images of some of her sisters immediately flashed through Chu Qiao's mind. She took a deep breath and nodded gently.

Yuwen Yue is still Yan Xun's close friend, so the birthday celebration for his friend was naturally quite splendid and luxurious. It was held in the largest garden of Qingshan Courtyard, with a large number of servants constantly busy around.

"This is the maid you rescued from my hands. She doesn't even look very good. Is this all your taste is?" Yuwen Huai said sarcastically as he watched the two approach.

"Yuwen Huai, if you have a lot of beauties under your command, why not send a few to me? I wouldn't mind accepting them." Su Li sat down, casually picked up an orange, peeled it, and ate it.

"Lust is a double-edged sword. Don't die because of a woman." Yuwen Huai's eyes flashed. He had received information from his spy Jinzhu that she had successfully climbed into this guy's bed and could obtain most of the intelligence on the Black Mountain Academy.

He may appear to be at a disadvantage, but he is secretly in control and doesn't mind letting the guy be smug for a while longer.

Thanks for reminding me!

Su Li raised her glass in a toast, her expressionless face causing Yuwen Huai to grit his teeth inwardly. Both Yuwen Li and Yuwen Yue before him were his greatest enemies in taking control of the Yuwen family in the future.

"The princess has arrived!"

A carriage guarded by a group of palace maids slowly arrived. All the maids knelt down to pay their respects, including Chu Qiao. When she secretly looked ahead, she was surprised to find that when the noble princess got out of the carriage, the person she stepped on—a fleshy lump—was actually her sister, Zhi Xiang.

"Welcome, Princess..."

Yuan Chun stepped down from the juicy saddlebags, ignoring the lowly servants, and joyfully approached the crowd to congratulate Yan Xun: "May Brother Yan Xun live a long and healthy life, shining as brightly as pine and cypress."

Yan Xun said gratefully, "Thank you, Princess."

Su Li, who was observing coldly from the sidelines, was suddenly tugged at by Chu Qiao, who turned her head and gave him a questioning look.