The disgraced official I took care of was actually Zhu Houcong's childhood friend.

"Of course, it's not just because of martial arts skills."

Jin Youcai shook his head.

"Young Master Zhou was just a page in the Lu family back then, but over the years, he has been sending money to the prison every month to bribe officials for the sake of the Lu family. Even in prison, the Lu family members live very comfortably. Tell me, how many people in the world can be as loyal and righteous as Young Master Zhou?"

"Moreover, with your talent and learning, young master, I'm afraid even the so-called talented men in the capital are no match for you."

"In business, young master is even more adept. In just three or four years, he has built Yun Gui Fang into such a large business. This is probably the result of his deliberate suppression. Otherwise, with his abilities, if he were to unleash them freely, all the other cloth shops in the capital would have to close down."

"Young Master is only thirteen years old, yet he has never been arrogant in the slightest. He is cautious and prudent in every step he takes. Such a character is something Jin Youcai has never seen before in his life."

"In terms of talent, martial arts skills, character, and personality, you are an excellent choice, young master."

"For an ordinary person to excel in one area is already quite remarkable, so I'm certain that you will be extraordinary in the future. It's a good thing that my disciple is following you."

Jin Youcai said with keen insight.

Zhou Chu felt a chill run down his spine upon hearing these words.

This feeling is like having a ghost following you around, watching you without your knowledge. If you suddenly find out, it's bound to be terrifying.

“Young master, there is no need to panic. In the capital, apart from the old man, no one knows about these things. The reason I know is because I saw you make a move three years ago and gradually investigated out of curiosity. In the Rong family, only I know your information. I did not entrust it to anyone else.”

Jin Youcai explained.

After saying this, Jin Youcai sighed.

"Since we've come this far, let's say a little more."

“My apprentice was born into a wealthy family. Her father did me a great favor. If it weren’t for him, my whole family would have lost their lives.”

"Later, her entire family was executed. I stole her out at night, which can be considered as preserving a sliver of her family line."

“If she stays by my side, she can only associate with the Rong family in the future. How can a girl associate with the Rong family? I would be letting her father down if that happened. So all these years I have been looking for a way out for her.”

Zhou Chu raised an eyebrow upon hearing this.

"female?"

"Don't worry, young master. Although she is a girl, she is very agile. She is definitely no match for you in a fight, but if you need someone to climb over the wall and steal bags, she can definitely do it. She has learned all of my skills in this area."

Jin Youcai seemed afraid that Zhou Chu would dislike him, so he hurriedly said...

"Okay, just have her come to my house later."

Zhou Chu had no reason to refuse.

This is truly a talented individual.

Moreover, once he agreed, Jin Youcai and his Rongmen disciples could work for him.

Soon, Zhou Chu met Jin Youcai's apprentice.

From the outside, it's not easy to tell that she's a girl.

He was only about ten years old, and with short hair, he looked like a complete tomboy.

"This is my apprentice, her name is Xiaodao."

Jin Youcai explained.

"Little Knife?" That name? It must be the old beggar trying to cover up her true origins.

"Besides climbing over walls to steal bags, what else can you do?"

Zhou Chu looked at the small knife and asked.

"They also have some skills in disguise."

Although Xiao Dao was somewhat unwilling, he gave in after seeing the old beggar's eyes.

"Don't stoop to her level. If she needs to be hit, then hit her; if she needs to be taught a lesson, then teach her a lesson. She doesn't want to leave me. What future do you have if you stay with me?"

The old beggar glared at Xiao Dao.

Xiao Dao smiled sheepishly upon hearing this.

Zhou Chu's eyes lit up immediately upon hearing this.

That's a very useful skill; I might be able to use it soon.

"Old Jin, I'm entrusting the matter of Hu Wei and that wealthy businessman to you."

Zhou Chu looked at the old beggar and said.

"Just wait and see, I'll get back to you in a couple of days."

After saying this, the old beggar leaned on his cane and slowly walked away.

Zhou Chu frowned as he looked at Xiao Dao's tattered clothes, the messy smear on his body, and the slightly rancid smell.