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Since he was busy and could only make one trip, An Xuyuan figured he should bring a shoulder pole and several sacks as well. This way, they wouldn't waste time for several trips.

After he left, Zhang Yulan swung her fists at his retreating back in frustration.

Why was she so unlucky? Plenty of people went to the mountains without getting caught. So, why did she have to run into this devil the moment she went to the mountain by herself for the first time?

She had almost been fooled by his concerned tone and listened to him. Fortunately, she was smart enough to see his hidden intentions. Otherwise, she would have been sold and still have to help him count the money.

Taking a few deep breaths, she finally calmed down. Since the rice was already cooked, she had no choice but to accept her fate and let the devil take his share.

As she walked home, she felt satisfied with her parable.