Chapter 588: If Ten Million People Followed Me

"Qin Jian... is this all the shops you wanted to take me to?"

Qian Renxue gestured toward the rows of shops lining the street, a faint, elusive smile curling the corners of her lips, leaving the passersby who were stealing glances at her feeling dizzy.

"Uh..."

Qin Jian scratched his head: "I've actually never been to this commercial district either. I really didn't expect that besides things for Spirit Masters, it's just more things for Spirit Masters..."

"So, it's not just that I haven't experienced life as a girl; you, too, have been detached from the mundane world for a long time."

Qian Renxue said: "Oh... no, that's not right, you truly are detached from the mundane world..."

Qin Jian patted his forehead: "That's true. My starting point in this life was too high, yet I don't even know what ordinary people are like. Without understanding the lives of the common folk at the bottom, how can I formulate appropriate policies?"

He looked around: "There is absolutely no way there isn't a section for daily necessities; otherwise, how would the commoners survive? It must be that we opened it the wrong way..."

"Opened it the wrong way?" Qian Renxue was puzzled.

"Where there is demand, there is business opportunity. The layout of the shops here is so chaotic that it must have given birth to a guide industry."

Qin Jian pulled her back the way they came: "Let's go, let's head back to the entrance."

Qian Renxue followed him step by step.

"I told you, where there is demand, there is business opportunity. Look."

She looked in the direction of Qin Jian's finger and saw quite a few people squatting at the entrance. Each person had a sign beside them; some were familiar with Spirit Master equipment shops, some were knowledgeable about defensive tools for commoners, and others offered services like dining and lodging.

"Are they specifically earning gold coins by pointing the way for people?" Qian Renxue asked in surprise.

Qin Jian shook his head and smiled: "No, they don't earn our gold coins. They take a commission from the merchants when goods are sold. These people are actually salespeople. Following them to buy things will definitely be more expensive than buying them yourself because it includes their commission, but for us, it doesn't really matter."

The feeling of financial freedom is just great!

"Let's go, let's find a guide who is an expert in everything from clothing and food to housing and transportation."

He pulled Qian Renxue and walked toward that group of people.

And those people had long since noticed the two of them. After all, their clothing was luxurious and their temperament was extraordinary; one look and it was clear they weren't ordinary commoners, which meant... Big Fish.

In an instant, they swarmed over like sharks that had smelled blood, their various smooth-talking lines flowing incessantly:

"Step right up, don't miss out! Follow me for Spirit Master equipment, 12% off everything! 12% off everything!"

"Friend, do you need self-defense? Are you afraid of Spirit Masters? Come with me, we have all kinds of self-defense equipment!"

"High quality and low price, no cheating the young or old. With me leading the way, you won't be swindled."

"..."

Seeing them about to crowd right up to them, Qian Renxue frowned. A pale golden light bloomed from her body, pushing them back a little.

The shouting stopped abruptly. Those guides retreated almost simultaneously, their faces full of caution, not daring to make a sound.

"Is this the gap in status between commoners and Spirit Masters?" Qian Renxue was thoughtful.

Qin Jian shook his head helplessly and said: "On the Dalu, commoners and Spirit Masters are practically two different classes. Even the most ordinary Spirit Master can easily beat a commoner to a pulp."

"Is that why you established the Spirit Judgment Hall, to protect them?" Qian Renxue asked.

Qin Jian continued to shake his head: "No, I am merely handling the conflicts between Spirit Masters and commoners to gain the recognition and reverence of the vast majority of commoners on the Dalu."

"What use is their recognition? Even an army of ten thousand commoners is no match for a single Title Douluo," Qian Renxue said.

Qin Jian chuckled: "Then... what about one hundred thousand, one million, ten million?"

Qian Renxue's pupils shrank, but she questioned him: "It is impossible to make so many people follow you, because everyone has their own thoughts and demands. It is very difficult to satisfy everyone."

"It certainly looks that way, but if one day my existence becomes inextricably linked to everyone's interests, they will become my greatest supporters," Qin Jian said.

Qian Renxue still looked unconvinced.

Qin Jian touched her cheek: "Alright, let's not talk about this. Let's hurry and find a guide."

Qian Renxue looked around the area, skipping over those who looked unkempt and focusing on those who specialized in clothing, food, housing, and transportation. She could see that their attire was much worse than those guiding for Spirit Master equipment.

Class differences are everywhere, only this world is a bit more naked because of the existence of the privileged Spirit Master class...

"Let's go with her."

Qian Renxue pointed casually at a twelve or thirteen-year-old girl behind the crowd.

She had not stepped forward, just hiding at the very back. She was dressed very simply and looked thin and small, appearing as if she didn't dare to compete with the others.

"Big Sister, you... you chose me?"

The little girl looked flattered, making Qian Renxue shake her head and laugh: "Alright, stop acting. Do you think I chose you because I pitied you?"

Qin Jian blinked his eyes and looked at the inconspicuous little girl again. At first glance, there was nothing, but looking closer, he discovered that the girl's eyes were not blank, but rather very sharp and intelligent.

"Big Sister, what are you saying? I don't understand?" The little girl trembled.

Qin Jian covered his face.

This performance was a bit too heavy-handed. Showing this off in front of a master who had been undercover for twenty years was truly ridiculous...

Sure enough, Qian Renxue said: "That weak and pitiful act of yours is all performed. No one stands with you, not because they dislike you, but because they are afraid of you. So you are actually the most formidable one here, aren't you?"

The pitiful expression on the little girl's face stiffened, then faded away. Her brows curved, and she smiled sweetly: "Big Sister is the most formidable one; no one has ever discovered me before!"

"The little girl's ability to deceive is indeed very strong. Just to win sympathy?"

Qin Jian asked curiously: "Won't you get beaten by your peers for doing this?"

The little girl giggled and said: "My brother is a Spirit Master, so they don't dare to hit me. Besides, customers with sympathy are usually more generous. They earn the gold coins given by merchants, while I earn the tips given by customers. So choosing me isn't without its benefits, you know; at least the prices are the lowest!"

"We aren't short on these few gold coins, as long as you are knowledgeable enough about this place."

Qian Renxue said: "Knowing you are faking it and still choosing you is exactly for that reason. I trust people who are good at disguising themselves."

Qin Jian: "..."

Sure enough, everyone likes their own kind...

"Big Brother, Big Sister, what would you like to buy?"

The little girl quickly entered her role.

Qian Renxue looked at Qin Jian, and Qin Jian said: "Where is the best clothing store here? Take us there."

The little girl asked, "When Big Brother says 'the best,' do you mean the most expensive? Or do you mean the style and design?"

"Of course the style and design. What use is expensive, other than to satisfy boring vanity? So, what is suitable is still the best," Qin Jian said.

The little girl tilted her head to think for a moment, then said, "Please come with me."

(End of this chapter)