He could write books like Master Lan, publish them, and make money!
Yes.
The cost of publishing a book wasn't high.
As long as he wrote down the books he had read in his previous life, he could find a printing house to publish them.
As for what to write...
Bai YuJi seemed like a good choice.
As a seasoned fan of Bai YuJi, saying he knew it by heart might be an exaggeration.
But writing it down wouldn't be difficult.
Thus.
He became resolute in his decision to publish a book.
As the saying goes, knowledge is wealth. By publishing books, he could completely earn the money for medicinal baths.
Publishing a book was simple.
The hardest part was whether the story would be captivating.
Besides that, he would have to go to the City Lord's mansion to register and obtain a publication permit.
This was similar to Earth.
Next, he would need to find a publisher for printing and binding.
Overall, the investment for publishing a book was very low.
It was perfect for his current situation.
"The title of the book shall be Bai Yu, 'Bird Enters Phoenix Nest' is too abnormal!"
"As for the pen name..."
"It needs to be catchy and memorable."
He thought long and hard and came up with a pen name that people would remember instantly.
"The pen name shall be Fourth Uncle Wu Jing!"
Chen Nan was a man of action.
After returning to the Leng family, he closed his door.
He ground ink, picked up his brush, and began.
He embarked on the first step to becoming a writer.
As Chen Nan was writing.
The dead memories of his youth suddenly came alive and attacked him.
It made him recall his high school days, flipping through Teacher Bai's memories with Pei Jian.
"Young Master, what are you doing in your room with the door closed?"
In the evening.
Song Ziwei returned home.
"I'm going to the City Lord's mansion later, I'm changing my clothes."
Chen Nan quickly put away his ink and paper.
If Song Ziwei were to see him writing a book, especially one of an adult nature, she would surely mock him.
He then walked out.
At this moment, Song Ziwei placed the pastries she brought back on a table in the courtyard: "Madam asked me to bring you some pastries. I told Madam what you said earlier, and she was very happy."
Chen Nan casually grabbed two pastries and started eating them, walking outside as he did: "I won't be back for dinner tonight, eat at home by yourself!"
"Okay."
This time, Chen Nan did not go to find Leng Qingmei.
Instead, he left through the back door.
He went to the main entrance of the Leng family's residence to wait for Leng Qingmei.
After today's events.
He finally understood his value within the Leng family.
Which was to say, he had no value whatsoever.
Therefore.
Why bother seeking annoyance by entering and exiting with Leng Qingmei through the main door?
The host could be a sycophant.
But Chen Nan only allowed others to fawn over him!
Upon reaching the front gate.
Leng Qingmei's carriage was already waiting.
Seeing Chen Nan emerge from the back door, Leng Qingmei felt a flicker of displeasure.
This fellow knew she was waiting for him at the front door but chose to come out from the back.
Was he deliberately trying to oppose her?
Or did he simply like using back doors?
After Chen Nan boarded the carriage.
Leng Qingmei instructed the driver: "Let's go!"
Clip-clop!
Clip-clop-clop!
The carriage moved slowly towards the City Lord's mansion.
Inside the carriage.
Chen Nan closed his eyes to rest.
He completely ignored Leng Qingmei.
He didn't even spare her a glance.
Leng Qingmei suddenly felt a sense of insignificance.
Although she had only met Chen Nan once before, she had heard that he would often loiter outside her separate courtyard, just to catch a glimpse of her.
She had also heard that no matter what she needed, if the household didn't have it, he would immediately go to the street to buy it.
But today...
He chose to ignore her.
This caused a strong sense of loss to well up in her heart.
Could it be that her beauty was no longer enough to conquer him?
Of course.
Leng Qingmei was proud by nature and said nothing.
They remained silent for the entire journey.
Then they arrived at the entrance of the City Lord's mansion.
Steward Tian Bo had been waiting for a long time.
Seeing the two alight from the carriage.
He smiled and stepped forward, then made an inviting gesture: "Young Master Chen, Miss Leng, please come in!"
Chen Nan, neither humble nor arrogant: "Thank you, Steward Tian!"
This scene made Leng Qingmei look at Chen Nan with new admiration.
Steward Tian Bo was the steward of the City Lord's mansion, and his influence and authority were immense.
Even he himself acted cautiously in front of Steward Tian Bo.
Yet Chen Nan appeared so calm and composed.
Setting aside other things, this disposition alone was something that ordinary people could not possess.
The three proceeded towards the banquet hall of the City Lord's mansion.
On the way.
Steward Tian Bo asked curiously: "Young Master Chen, why did you rush towards the villain from the Anti-Heaven Sect so recklessly today? Weren't you afraid of death?"
Before Chen Nan could answer.
Leng Qingmei's voice rang out: "The Anti-Heaven Sect is an evil cult. As citizens of the Underworld, we should be at the forefront, killing the cult members to defend the peace of our Underworld."
Steward Tian Bo smiled and said: "Miss Leng, with such broad-mindedness, you truly are a woman who is no less capable than a man!"
Although he wore a smile.
Chen Nan sensed disappointment in his eyes.
He spoke: "Evil cults should be eliminated by all, but my actions today were not to kill members of the Anti-Heaven Sect."
"Oh?" Steward Tian Bo's interest was piqued: "What did Young Master Chen mean by that?"
Leng Qingmei's expression was impassive.
She had already explained their reason for intervening and had earned Steward Tian Bo's praise.
Chen Nan's explanation now was clearly adding insult to injury.
It could even backfire and cause displeasure.
Chen Nan smiled and asked: "If I'm not mistaken, that member of the Anti-Heaven Sect has already been killed, right?"
Steward Tian Bo's smile became even brighter: "That member of the Anti-Heaven Sect escaped in full view of everyone. You witnessed it yourself, Young Master Chen, so why do you say they were killed?"
Chen Nan replied: "The City Lord was just assassinated, and the soldiers of our City Lord's mansion responded immediately before the murderer even withdrew their weapon."
"If they hadn't anticipated the City Lord's assassination beforehand, then their reaction speed would be too rapid, wouldn't it?"
"And you were right beside him when it happened, your..."
Steward Tian Bo asked curiously: "My what?"
Chen Nan rubbed his nose and asked somewhat awkwardly: "Are you sure you won't be angry if I say it?"
Steward Tian Bo chuckled: "Speak your mind, old man won't stoop to the level of a junior like you."
"Then I shall speak freely." Chen Nan said: "Although you appeared shocked at the time, if one looked closely, one would find your expression to be overly exaggerated, as if you were deliberately performing for the world."
Steward Tian Bo: "Continue."
"Therefore, I concluded that you had planned this in advance." Chen Nan continued: "The person who was killed was not the real City Lord. You found a scapegoat for two reasons."
"One, to lure out the people from the Anti-Heaven Sect and capture them all."
"Two, to use this incident to test the capabilities and courage of the six great families."
"In simpler terms, you have given the six great families an opportunity to showcase themselves."
"At this point, if any family steps forward, they will gain the favor of City Lord Yuan."
Steward Tian Bo burst into laughter: "Young Master Chen, your insight is as sharp as a needle, and your wisdom is close to the divine. This old man is truly convinced!"
With that said.
He looked at Leng Qingmei and said: "Miss Leng, you have truly found a suitable husband. This is a blessing for the Leng family!"
Leng Qingmei offered an awkward yet polite smile.
But within her heart, a strong sense of fear and unease arose.
The wisdom Chen Nan displayed had already surpassed hers.
She increasingly felt that.
One day, this young man would become uncontrollable.
As they talked.
The three arrived at the banquet hall of the City Lord's mansion.
She also saw an elder sitting at a table, with white hair and beard, and a stern face.
Before she could even bow, Chen Nan exclaimed: "The City Lord is you?"