Chapter 350: Taking the Pulse

Cheng Feng suddenly realized, but then thought that this was not in Qingxi County.

So he said, "Then, may I speak with Miss Su at close range?"

This time, Li Mufeng did not stop him, but walked directly to the door, staring fixedly at Cheng Feng, as if wanting to see what he was actually going to do.

Cheng Feng came to Su Qing's side, gently took her jade hand, and examined it carefully, his fingers inadvertently sliding across her wrist to secretly take her pulse.

Su Qing's expression stiffened at Cheng Feng's bold move, and she felt incredibly shy inside.

She had just turned 19, had always been protected by her family, and had never been observed or touched by a man at such close range.

Fortunately, after three breaths, Cheng Feng sat back in the main seat and said to Li Mufeng with a smile, "Manager Li, there is no need to stand so far away; I just wanted to see up close whether Miss Su's hands were beautiful."

Li Mufeng laughed out loud, "Young Master Cheng is too modest. I was just looking out for Miss Su; after all, our Four Seas Chamber of Commerce has already bought her, and if something went wrong, I could not bear the responsibility!"

"It's fine, I understand. Miss Su's delicate hands are to my liking. Manager Li, I won't say much more; here is the silver, let's process the paperwork."

As he spoke, Cheng Feng took a heavy stack of silver notes from his sleeve and placed them gently on the table; the amount on the notes was enough to make everyone present light up.

A flash of surprise crossed Li Mufeng's eyes, but he immediately returned to the slick smile typical of a merchant. He stepped forward quickly, picked up the silver notes to verify them, and nodded after confirming they were correct.

"Young Master Cheng is straightforward. I will go prepare the relevant paperwork now. Miss Su, come with me first, change your clothes, and prepare to welcome your new life."

Li Mufeng's words carried an unquestionable authority, yet they also revealed the good news that Su Qing was about to be sold off.

A type like Su Qing was not easy to sell, and if she stayed in the shop, it would be his own loss.

Since Cheng Feng had taken a fancy to her, his shop would also benefit, so why not do it?

As for Su Qing?

She was just a commodity; who would care about a commodity's opinion?

Upon hearing this, Su Qing bit her lower lip gently and cast a complex look at Cheng Feng; that gaze held both confusion and a trace of inexplicable emotion.

She rose slowly and followed Li Mufeng out of the room, each step appearing so light, as if she were eager to bid farewell to her current environment and could not wait to breathe the air of freedom.

Cheng Feng watched the two leave, but ripples stirred in his heart.

His actions had been a bit abrupt, but once he thought of Su Qing's clear, water-like eyes and the pulse he had just felt, he could not suppress the impulse in his heart.

Good talent, a cheap price, and she was the type he liked.

It is not easy to find a woman who can satisfy these three things and is suitable for oneself.

With war imminent, he had to be careful with his spending.

Before long, Li Mufeng returned to the hall with Su Qing, who had changed her clothes.

At this moment, Su Qing had changed into a simple yet elegant dress, which made her appear even more refined and ethereal.

Seeing this, Cheng Feng sighed in admiration to himself; his eye for people was still quite good.

"The paperwork is complete. From now on, Miss Su will follow Young Master Cheng." Li Mufeng handed over the official seal for the paperwork.

Cheng Feng stood up to take it and bowed slightly to Li Mufeng, "Many thanks to Manager Li for making this happen; I am deeply grateful."

Li Mufeng returned the bow with a smile, "Young Master Cheng is too polite. I wish you both a smooth journey."

Cheng Feng turned to Su Qing, "Miss Su, from now on, you are mine."

Su Qing looked at Cheng Feng, a flash of hesitation crossing her eyes, but it was outweighed by her longing for the future and her trust in Cheng Feng.

Finally, she nodded gently. At that moment, it was as if all shackles had drifted away with the wind, leaving only two hearts gradually drawing closer.

"Manager Li, as it happens, I am also planning to buy some medicinal herbs, so I may have to trouble you again."

Cheng Feng smiled and pulled a yellowed list of herbs from his bosom; it was densely packed with the names and quantities of various herbs, clearly prepared with great care.

Li Mufeng took the list and scanned it quickly, his eyebrows arching slightly, as if surprised by the level of detail in the list.

"Hahaha, no trouble at all, no trouble at all. Young Master Cheng, feel free to ask for whatever you need. If there is one thing the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce can boast about, it is that we have quite a stock of medicinal herbs."

He paused and continued, "However, a few of the herbs on this list are somewhat scarce, especially the 'Thousand Year Lingzhi' and the 'Tianshan Snow Lotus'; they are not easily found in ordinary places."

Hearing this, Cheng Feng's expression did not change, but he had already made his calculations. "Manager Li, I know these herbs are precious, but they are not impossible to obtain."

"The Four Seas Chamber of Commerce has extensive channels, and I believe you will certainly be able to find them. As for the price, I naturally will not make things difficult for Manager Li."

Hearing this, a flash of appreciation crossed Li Mufeng's eyes; he liked this straightforward yet cautious attitude of Cheng Feng's.

Cheng Feng looked at Li Mufeng and said with a firm gaze, "Young Master Cheng, rest assured, I will certainly do my best."

"However, these herbs are of great value and will take time to collect. I wonder if Young Master Cheng could wait here for a few days?"

Hearing this, Cheng Feng nodded without hesitation, "Naturally, I can. I will have to trouble Manager Li to put in the effort. I will come back in three days to await your good news."

Li Mufeng nodded with a smile, having already made his own calculations.

He replied, "Good, then it is settled. Young Master Cheng, in three days, I will certainly ensure you return fully loaded."

Cheng Feng heard this and said with a smile, "Haha, I have troubled Manager Li; then I shall wait for the good news."

Li Mufeng quickly cupped his hands, "Young Master Cheng is too polite."

After some pleasantries, Cheng Feng took Su Qing's hand, stepped out of the threshold of the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce, and walked into the bustling streets of Qingxi County.

The two walked one after the other. Su Qing looked at the man who had bought her, a feeling she could not describe rising in her heart.

"Was it really that simple to escape that cage?"

Su Qing found it hard to believe, yet looking at the pedestrians coming and going around her, it felt so unreal.

Arriving at a restaurant, Cheng Feng became interested, "Miss Su, I haven't been in Heimu Prefecture for long. Let's go inside to eat and drink, and while we're at it, chat about things between us."

Seeing Cheng Feng's high spirits, Su Qing followed him step by step.

Her home was already gone, and thoughts of revenge swirled in her mind every day, but after being abruptly brought out,

Su Qing realized that in the vast world, she actually did not know where she could go.

Looking at Cheng Feng's back in front of her, Su Qing warned herself, "For now, just follow this young master!"

Feeling the footsteps of the woman behind him shift from bewildered to firm, Cheng Feng only smiled.

Could a duck that had already reached his mouth be allowed to fly away?

No matter what Su Qing thought, Cheng Feng was prepared to use a gentle approach; according to the pulse, if Su Qing was not treated, she only had three years left to live.

Cheng Feng was also afraid that Su Qing might become suicidal and take her own life, for then his efforts in buying her would have been in vain.

So, first of all, he had to give her a little hope.