Even women who travel through time can become prime ministers and nobles.

The convoy moved slowly along the rugged road, its vehicles swaying and wobbling, stopping and starting frequently. After six or seven days of arduous travel, finally, a tall city wall appeared ahead. Built of mud and brick, the wall stood nearly 8 meters high, majestic and imposing, giving off a solemn and awe-inspiring feeling.

Outside the city walls, a bustling scene unfolded. Many ordinary people and caravans moved about, a diverse mix of people bustling about. There were travelers carrying packs, merchants pushing carts, and herdsmen leading livestock. Their faces displayed various expressions: some weary, some excited, and some curious.

At the city gate, guards vigilantly watched the passing crowds. Clad in armor and wielding weapons, they stood tall and imposing. The caravan slowly approached the gate, and the guards carefully checked the identity of each person and the goods. Only after this thorough inspection was the caravan allowed to enter the city.

Shen Yanchu gently lifted the carriage curtain, his gaze drifting outside. The inspection by the city guards made him frown slightly. After a moment's thought, he turned and gestured to Cui Yu'an to handle the situation. Cui Yu'an understood immediately. He had visited Yan Yue Kingdom during his studies and knew a bit about the situation there. He figured Cui Yu'an should have a usable identity token to appease the soldiers.

Cui Yu'an calmly got out of the car and walked towards the soldiers guarding the city. He was tall and upright, with an extraordinary air about him, and his every move exuded confidence and composure. The soldiers watched him warily as he approached.

Cui Yu'an smiled and bowed to the soldiers, then calmly took out a token from his pocket. The token was engraved with some special symbols, and the soldiers' expressions immediately became respectful upon seeing it.

Cui Yu'an exchanged a few words with the soldiers, who then parted to let them pass. Shen Yanchu watched all this from inside the car, secretly admiring Cui Yu'an's resourcefulness and adaptability.

The car continued on its way, and Shen Yanchu and Cui Yu'an felt much more relaxed. Soon the convoy entered Licheng.

The city streets were narrow and crowded, lined with rows of houses and shops. The sounds of people, vendors, and livestock mingled together. The caravan struggled through the crowds, finally arriving at a slightly remote street in Licheng. After a long search, the coachman led us to an inn called Fengyi Inn. Cui Yu'an handed the token to the innkeeper for inspection. Upon seeing the token, the innkeeper was so startled he almost dropped it, and respectfully returned it to him.

"Young master, please take this. I'll have the waiter escort you to the best rooms." Cui Yu'an retrieved the token and placed it at his waist. This token was a gift from the eldest daughter of the Langya Wang clan, who said that their family's businesses spanned the continent, and this token was a symbol of their family's status. The Langya Wang clan was a powerful northern family with businesses in various countries, making them a target for various imperial and aristocratic forces.

After dinner, everyone felt utterly exhausted. They dragged their weary feet and returned to their rooms early to rest. A faint fragrance filled the rooms, bringing a sense of peace and relaxation.

The next morning, sunlight streamed through the window into the room, and Wanxia woke up from her sleep. Feeling refreshed, she decided to go to various pharmacies in Licheng to sell some of the better-quality Ganoderma lucidum, Gastrodia elata, and Codonopsis pilosula from the Wuzhu period.

"Brother Shen, Young Master Cui, good morning! Shall we split up and prepare our things today? My sister and I, along with Brother Li, will go to the pharmacy to sell some of the medicinal herbs we collected in Cangyan Mountain." Thinking that they were going to buy other things and that they didn't have any money on them, they took out their money pouches and handed them to Shen Yanchu.

"Brother Shen, I have eighty taels here. You go and book the carriage first, and we'll take care of the rest. By the way, when do we set off?"

Shen Yanchu took the money bag. This was all the savings she had accumulated over the past few days. She gave it all to us so they could buy whatever they wanted.

"The day after tomorrow! If you give us all the money, how will you buy things? Even if you can sell the medicinal herbs, you don't know where they are. You should always keep some money with you when you're out and about!" Shen Yanchu wanted to distribute the money pouches to them so that the girls wouldn't be without money to buy cosmetics and snacks.

Shi Wanxia refused outright, as he still had some loose silver. "Brother Shen, I have two taels of silver here, that's enough. By the way, we'll be leaving now after we finish eating. Brother Li, let's go."

Shi Wanxia, ​​carrying Li Qinghuan, ran lightly out of the inn. The streets of Licheng were wide and bustling, with four main thoroughfares running through the city and countless smaller lanes crisscrossing them. On the main street, various itinerant vendors and throngs of people created a vibrant and prosperous scene.

Shi Wanxia felt the warmth of Li Qinghuan in her arms, her heart filled with joy. They moved through the crowd, the shouts of vendors and the laughter of people filling the air. The shops on both sides of the street were dazzling, displaying all kinds of goods.

Shi Wanxia looked around curiously, her eyes sparkling with excitement. She spotted a vendor selling candied hawthorns; the sugar coating on the skewers was glistening and tempting. She couldn't resist buying five skewers and handing one to Li Qinghuan. Li Qinghuan took the skewers, a sweet smile spreading across her face. She then shared some with Qinglan and Shuying, and the two girls happily took a bite—they found it sweet and sour.

Seeing the happy smiles on their faces, Shi Wanxia was also very happy. After all, these two girls were rather introverted, and she wanted to take them sightseeing today. Li Changyu didn't accept the treat; how could a grown man like him eat children's snacks in broad daylight? Shi Wanxia didn't force him either, but simply wrapped up the candied hawthorn and held it in her hand.

They continued on their way, passing a juggling stall. The jugglers were performing a wonderful show, drawing cheers from the audience. Shi Wanxia and Li Qinghuan were also captivated; they stopped to watch, applauding and cheering for the jugglers' brilliant performance.

A group of people strolled leisurely through the bustling streets. Their eyes frequently fell on the pharmacies along the street, their minds preoccupied with finding suitable medicinal herbs. At each pharmacy they passed, they would go in to examine the herbs carefully, haggle with the shopkeepers, and compare prices from different stores.

After searching and comparing various pharmacies, they finally chose Wang's Pharmacy. The group sat together, discussing how to sell their medicinal herbs for a good price. After a heated discussion and haggling, they finally reached a deal with Wang's Pharmacy, selling the herbs for nearly six hundred taels of silver.

Shi Wanxia excitedly handed the purse in her hand to Li Changyu, her eyes sparkling with joy. A satisfied smile spread across her face, as if the purse were her most precious treasure.

Li Changyu took the money bag, carefully placed it away, and then thanked the shopkeeper. His voice was calm and gentle, revealing a sense of maturity and composure.

After expressing her gratitude, Shi Wanxia eagerly pulled Li Changyu and the others towards the shop. Her steps were light and agile, full of energy and anticipation.

Along the way, Shi Wanxia kept talking, sharing her shopping plans and ideas. She was full of curiosity about every shop, her eyes constantly looking around.

When they finally arrived at the shop, Shi Wanxia excitedly rushed inside and began picking out her favorite items. She picked up one item after another, examining them carefully, occasionally letting out a delighted exclamation.