Chapter 61: Brother Kun’s Keen Eye!

At this moment, Ye Kun made his way through the crowd. As a well-known figure in Taixi County, everyone recognized him, and so gave him some respect. When Ye Kun caught sight of the young woman, even he was momentarily stunned—how could someone look so unique… He had never seen anyone so ugly; it was an ugliness that seemed to reach the heights of artistry.

Behind him, Yuan Zhen and Feng Dian were both in shock. This was truly the pinnacle of ugliness—no wonder she was still unmarried. If anyone actually wanted her, the two of them would eat dirt!

The woman also noticed Ye Kun at that moment. This bald-headed man certainly looked unusual, and his gaze toward her even seemed to carry a hint of appreciation…

Could this bald guy be sick in the head?

“I’ll buy her!” Ye Kun suddenly shouted. The entire square fell silent at once; everyone stared at him in disbelief, unable to understand what he meant.

You’re the pride of Taixi County—how could you marry such a woman? There’s no way!

“Damn! Brother Kun’s got a good eye!”

“Brother Kun, you’re amazing!”

Yuan Zhen and Feng Dian immediately began to cheer him on. They admired no one, only Brother Kun. Go on, marry this ugly girl—then everyone would have something to laugh about. Just imagining it made them excited.

The woman hadn't expected that she would be bought as soon as she set out her wares, caught so off guard that she began to question her own ideas. Even the maidservant beside her was dumbfounded and didn’t know what to do next.

Ye Kun stepped forward from the crowd, walked up to the young woman, and smiled slightly. “Miss, what is your name?”

“I… I’m Ye Li.” At this point, Ye Li’s mind was a bit blank—it happened too quickly.

“Ye Li, my name is Ye Kun. How much are you selling for?” Ye Kun remained calm, as though life and death were mere trifles to him.

“Don’t—” The maidservant behind her was just about to scold Ye Kun when Ye Li cut her off: “Young master, I’m not expensive, just one gold coin.”

“Oh, that’s quite cheap.”

The maidservant nearly exploded with anger at this remark. This bald-headed fool dared call her lady cheap—her lady was clearly priceless!

But as soon as the thought passed, she felt something was off.

Ye Li’s mouth twitched as well. It had been years since anyone dared show her disrespect. Yet this boy actually called her cheap—infuriating!

Ye Kun simply took out a gold coin.

Ye Li looked at the coin in his hand, then at his “sincere” smile, and slowly accepted the gold coin.

It was done!

“Brother Kun, you’re formidable!”

“Brother Kun, you’re the best!”

The square was utterly silent—only Yuan Zhen and Feng Dian were shouting, even running over to exclaim, “Greetings, Sister-in-law Kun!”

They were eager to see this union confirmed. At last, they could play tricks on Brother Kun—making him the butt of jokes was more exciting than any wedding night.

“Tomorrow is the coming-of-age ceremony; let’s get married,” Ye Kun declared simply and directly, wasting no words.

Ye Li replied softly, “I will obey my husband in all things.”

“Young lady!” The maidservant was stupefied—this was far too hasty! Young miss, you’re… just going to marry like this? Aren’t you afraid the old master will die of rage at home?

Ye Li glanced back; the maidservant immediately lowered her head and could only follow her miss’s plan. “Miss, this is as far as I can help you. Farewell…” With those words, she disappeared into the crowd.

Ye Kun didn’t try to stop her, as if he’d just accomplished one of the great tasks of his life.

“Husband, may I ask you a question?” Ye Li couldn’t help her curiosity any longer.

“Please ask, wife.” Ye Kun addressed her accordingly—after all, they were to be wed.

“Why do you want to marry me?” Ye Li felt that if she didn’t know, she’d never find peace. After all, what kind of person would do such a thing? He didn’t seem insane.

Ye Kun looked at the unbelievably ugly face before him and said calmly, “I don’t really want to live, anyway…”

Ye Li: “…”

Everyone: “…”

Ye Li suddenly realized that the boy before her was truly interesting. If a person doesn’t have an interesting soul, they miss out on too much happiness.

But!

You’re far too arrogant, boy. It’s been ages since I played tricks on anyone—this reminds me of my childhood, scheming with my younger brother.

Ye Kun truly didn’t care about appearances. Besides, it felt good to help a young woman. At least he’d seen her smile just now, and that made him a bit happier—happier, even, than attaining the highest cultivation.

“Husband~” Ye Li suddenly called out to Ye Kun.

Her voice was sweet—so sweet it reached the heart, and even Ye Kun could feel it. Heaven had bestowed her such a beautiful voice, and yet…

Suddenly, Ye Kun felt something was wrong. No, very wrong!

How could Heaven let him off so easily?

At that moment, the surroundings grew silent once more as everyone stared at Ye Li, jaws nearly dropping to the ground.

Especially Yuan Zhen and Feng Dian, who felt dizzy, intoxicated by her beauty.

Ye Kun turned to look at Ye Li—what kind of girl was this?

Her hair cascaded like a waterfall over her fragrant shoulders, her skin smooth as jade, her eyes bright and shining, her brows gently furrowed. Her features were so perfect they defied description. With slender hands lightly clasped and her head inclined shyly toward her toes, she radiated both shyness and adorable charm.

Perfect—far too perfect.

And it was this very perfection that made Ye Kun’s vision swim.

“Brother Kun!”

“Brother Kun!”

Yuan Zhen and Feng Dian rushed over.

“Brother Kun is dying! Pinch his philtrum!”

Though they said this, both of them were filled with deep regret—if only they’d bought her, how wonderful it would have been!

Where could one find such a beautiful girl? Not even with a lantern to search.

Was Brother Kun’s judgment really so sharp? Did he know it was a disguise?

How could anyone compare—why is Brother Kun so outstanding, always reaping the best fortune?

Ye Li was also confused now. Was she not beautiful enough? He seemed almost disdainful, especially before he fainted, as if his eyes said, “Had I known, I wouldn’t have bought her…”

This bald fellow was truly amusing. Ye Kun, is it? You’ve succeeded in attracting my attention. Let’s see if you can truly become my husband.

This will be a most arduous path, and you’ve already made me angry. I’m a petty woman, vengeful to the core.

“Husband!” Ye Li called out sweetly, running to Ye Kun with a “frail” figure.

Those watching her expression would have thought they’d been married for years—their performance was almost too much.

Ye Kun seemed to hear her coquettish cry, and instinctively opened his eyes—only to be greeted by that breathtaking face.

Their eyes met.

“Can I return her?” Ye Kun asked seriously.

Ye Li looked into Ye Kun’s sincere gaze. With her years of experience in reading people, he seemed to mean it.

He actually wanted to return her!

And only after seeing her true face!

Unforgivable!

“Husband, you just said we’d marry tomorrow. Are you going back on your word? I’ve already accepted your money.” Ye Li opened her slender hand, and under the sunlight, the gold coin’s glow shone across both their faces.