After Descending the Mountain, Seven Big Brothers Spoil Me - Chapter 74

Chapter 74: High-end Hunters Often Appear in the Form of Prey
“What 300,000?” Qin Er followed her gaze but only saw a group of people. He didn’t know which one she was referring to.

“It’s that person wearing black clothes and a hat.” Zhouzhou lowered her voice, her face filled with excitement. She suppressed her excitement and whispered, “Second Elder Uncle said they are trying to capture that person, and if they succeed, there’s a reward of 300,000!”

300,000!

So much!

Qin Er looked in that direction. The person looked average and could easily blend in with the crowd. They seemed honest and didn’t appear to be a bad person. He couldn’t help but doubt it and didn’t dare to keep staring, afraid of being noticed. He whispered, “Are you sure you didn’t mistake the person? If there’s a bounty on them, would they dare to stroll around the mall so openly?”

“He’s not strolling around openly. He’s wearing a hat.”

“But can’t you still see his face?”

“He’s wearing makeup. What we see isn’t his real appearance.”

“How did you recognize him then?”

“By his physiognomy.” Zhouzhou answered naturally.

Qin Er: “…”

He glanced at the talismans on the ground and felt that his little cousin was even more unreliable. He shook his head and said, “Forget it. How could a wanted criminal come here? Impossible.”

Seeing his disbelief, Zhouzhou became anxious, fearing that the 300,000 yuan would slip away. She thought about how Grandma talked to Second Elder Uncle earlier and said, “Second Elder Uncle, if it’s really him, it’s 300,000 yuan. That’s enough for you to buy a whole mountain. Don’t you want it?”

300,000… Qin Er wavered a bit. “Are you sure it’s him?”

“Even if I made a mistake, it won’t hurt. I can apologize if needed. Come on, Second Elder Uncle, this is much more valuable than the things you sell. Risking nothing for great profit.”

Hearing this, Qin Er was even more tempted. He clenched his teeth and said, “Let’s give it a try then.”

Qin Er took out his phone to call the police, but Zhouzhou stopped him and said, “Second Elder Uncle, he’s not alone. He has several accomplices. If we try to catch him here, the others might escape.”

Qin Er was taken aback. “Then what do you suggest we do?”

Zhouzhou motioned for him to come closer and whispered something in his ear.

Her idea was simple: lure the fish, infiltrate their lair, and catch them all. And she would naturally be the bait.

“No, it’s not possible.” Qin Er immediately rejected the idea without hesitation. This was no joke. If this person turned out to be a human trafficker and something happened to Zhouzhou, not only would the 300,000 yuan go to waste, but his own life would be at stake as well. His uncle and grandparents would definitely tear him apart.

One needs to have a life to spend the money.

After thinking for a moment, he said, “I’ll go instead.”

Saying that, he saw the person approaching them. Both of them quickly separated, and Qin Er casually handed her the payment code, saying, “I’m going to the restroom.”

After that, he pretended to be nonchalant and walked to the man’s side, as if he was distracted by a toy and ran over to play with it.

Out of the corner of his eye, the man glanced at Qin Er, noticing that something was off about his hairline. He had seen him before when he was with the Third Younger Brother. This person’s appearance was likely altered after putting on a human skin mask.

The man’s expression suddenly changed, realizing that Zhouzhou might have been right. This person might indeed be a human trafficker.

With that in mind, his heart tightened, and as the man approached him, Qin Er controlled his facial expression and waited for him to take the bait.

However, unexpectedly, the human trafficker walked straight past him without even giving him a glance.

Qin Er: “…”

He suspiciously touched his own face. Was he not good-looking enough? Why didn’t he lure him?

Seeing this scene, Zhouzhou didn’t show any surprise on her face. It seemed like she had already anticipated it.

When the man walked in their direction, she shouted, “Selling hairpins! Beautiful hairpins!” Her voice was soft and alluring, attracting the attention of many people. Seeing her adorable appearance, they couldn’t help but come over and ask about the price.

“Sister, these are ten yuan each. Sister, you’re so pretty, I’ll give you a 20% discount.

The girl was immediately amused by Zhouzhou, and coupled with the exquisite hairpins, she smoothly paid the money and playfully pinched Zhouzhou’s face. “Thank you, little girl.”

Indeed, she was soft and adorable. Success!

Zhouzhou didn’t get angry and smiled back at her, displaying a good-natured demeanor. She appeared innocent and naive, resembling a silly and sweet girl, easy to deceive.

The girl instantly melted, “Little girl, can we take a picture together?”

“Sure.” Zhouzhou cooperated and moved closer to her, standing next to her. As they watched the person approaching them through the camera lens, Zhouzhou’s dimples deepened on her face.

The girl glanced and for some reason, she felt that there was something mischievous in the little girl’s smile, like a little fox.

Was it just an illusion?

Upon closer inspection, she met Zhouzhou’s sparkling eyes, clear and innocent. She was just that pure and lovely little girl, not a trace of a fox.

Shaking off these messy thoughts, she saved the photo and reluctantly left.

Zhouzhou focused on arranging her merchandise but noticed a pair of men’s sneakers in front of her.

They’ve arrived.

She raised her head, smiling, “Uncle, would you like to buy some hairpins? You can buy them for your girlfriend or the kids at home.”

The human trafficker smiled and squatted down. He appeared quite amiable, and if it weren’t for Zhouzhou’s ability to read faces, she might have been deceived by him.

Looking around, he curiously asked, “Little girl, where are your family members?”

Zhouzhou sighed, “It’s just my brother and me here. We came here to earn money.”

She wasn’t lying, but in the human trafficker’s ears, it automatically created a tragic background. Otherwise, how could such a young child be out earning money if there wasn’t something wrong?

Looking at her clothes, which were not brand-name, they were probably cheap items from a stall.

In fact, these were custom-made by her grandmother, far superior to the branded ones on the market.

The human trafficker had no idea, feeling quite satisfied. Glancing at the time, he said, “It’s almost noon, little girl, aren’t you tired? How about I treat you to a meal?”

Zhouzhou tilted her head and pondered, “Uncle, why do you want to treat me to a meal? Grandma said we shouldn’t go with strangers because there might be human traffickers.”

Upon hearing this, the human trafficker became a little angry, “I’m being kind-hearted, seeing how hard you’re working. I wanted to treat you to a meal. Since you don’t appreciate it, forget it then.”

Saying that, he was about to leave. Three seconds later, he heard Zhouzhou calling him, and when he turned around, she smiled mischievously, “Why are you leaving? Didn’t you say I’m a human trafficker?”

Zhouzhou appeased him with a smile and awkwardly scratched her bald head, “Sorry, Uncle, I misunderstood you.”

“My brother hasn’t eaten yet, can you treat both of us?” she asked, pointing in a certain direction.

Qin Er happened to pretend that he had just come out of the restroom, walking over. Zhouzhou waved at him excitedly, like a little puppy that had just gone for a walk, “Brother, this kind-hearted uncle wants to treat us to a meal!”

“Huh?” Qin Er already knew the situation, pretended to be wary, and pulled Zhouzhou closer, giving the human trafficker a few glances. “Why does he want to treat us to a meal? Grandma said we shouldn’t eat things given by strangers.”

“It’s not like that, brother. This uncle is a good person.” As if afraid the delicious food would fly away, Zhouzhou quickly explained, “The uncle will treat us to lots and lots of delicious food, chicken, duck, fish, meat, and cake. Isn’t that right, uncle?”

Hearing this, Qin Er’s mouth also watered, and he looked over with anticipation, as if convinced by her words.

The human trafficker hesitated for a moment. Qin Er was already older and had memories. It wasn’t easy to sell a child like him, but a little girl who couldn’t remember anything would sell well. Besides, these two had good appearances, so it would be a waste to let them go.

It didn’t cost anything anyway.

“Alright, let’s go.” He waved his hand, feeling like he had hit the jackpot.

Unaware that after he turned his back, the two exchanged a glance and smiled together.

A catch of 300,000 yuan…