Forensic Imperial Concubine

Although the Birch Pass was the natural border between the Bright Dynasty and the South Kingdom, it was quite noisy and bustling. And in spite of the relationship between the Bright Dynasty and the South Kingdom being tense at the moment, there were still many merchants going back and forth to the border of the two countries. They brought over the herbs from the South Kingdom to the Birch Pass for trading.

"It seems that we came out at the right time, just in time for the morning market." In the morning market of the Birch Pass, lots of items were being sold—medicinal materials, ores, some unique jade which could only be found in the South Kingdom, as well as some rare small articles. All kinds of people were busy looking around to find what they needed.

"Sir, would you be interested in purchasing a precious jade pendant? It's the pink warm jade only available in the South Kingdom and can't be found anywhere else. This jade pendant should be perfect for your wife. As you can see, the pink color looks very clear. And it will also be very useful to help her get back to health. Sir, I highly recommend that you purchase a jade pendant for your wife." The vendor stopped Matthew in his tracks and tried his best to convince him into buying the jade he had in his stall.

Taking a closer look at the jade in the hands of the vendor, Matthew was actually about to take it. However, Harper suddenly grabbed the jade and remarked, "This is not a warm jade, otherwise, I would've felt warm when I touched it. Apart from that, its pink color is not quite right. The warm jade of the South Kingdom looks pink because the geology of the place where they are produced is red. That's what gives the jade that slight tint of red, thus giving it the name pink warm jade. The jade you are selling is a fake one."

Hearing this, the vendor almost lost his composure. Yet, he quickly snatched the fake jade pendant from Harper's hand and took out another jade pendant. "Madam, you must be a well-educated person who knows a lot about jade. I'm actually talking about this piece of jade. It is a real piece of pink warm jade, and is priceless. Have a look at it. It is flawless; wouldn't you say so? Touch it, and you will feel warm. It is the best jade to help you keep healthy. The jade should be a perfect match for you, madam, as you are beautiful, noble and kindhearted."

Seeing this man's reaction, Harper was a bit surprised. As soon as the fake jade was recognized, this man immediately took out a genuine jade and tried to sell it instead. Because of that, Harper became curious and wanted to see how much this man could do. So, she took out a piece of warm jade which she always carried around and said, "I don't need a warm jade. I already have a piece of superior suet white warm jade, which is even better than your pink warm jade."

his eyes, the vendor instantly put his jade away. "Well, madam, would you like to sell your jade? If you think that you've been wearing this jade pendant for too long and don't like this style. If you want a different style, I have a wide variety of styles available. You can also customize the style to your liking. Of course,

need money," Harper nonchalantly said.

to like them." Then, the vendor turned to Matthew and added, "Sir, your wife is so beautiful. Why don't you pick a good treasure and give it to her as a gift? It will definitely make her happy." It seemed that he still hadn't given up on persuading

have all kinds of treasures in your shop?" Matthew asked,

you whatever you want!" the vendor proudly said as he patted himself on

was quite the smooth-talker and spoke differently depending on who he was talking to. Given that, she did not believe his words. So, she simply grabbed hold of Matthew's hand and was about to leave the stall with him. However, Matthew stopped her

his way of doing things.

messy shop. The shopkeeper was inside leaning against the counter, nodding off. Hearing a couple of footsteps approaching, he immediately ran out from behind the counter and greeted, "Distinguished guests are walking inside my shop. Come in, please. Is there anything in

they are our distinguished guests. They're not interested in common goods,"

assistant to get the most precious treasure they had in the shop. Then, he personally poured a bowl of tea for them and said, "The miasma here in the South Kingdom is very thick. This tea, although not very good, can help get rid of the miasma.

is the medicinal tea made from the herbs like rhizoma atractylodis and tuckahoe. But, it seems that someone