I Just Don't Play by the Rules!
Chapter 17

Weaving plus array studies equals?

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Jiang Beiran had also given a lot of thought to the matter of clothing.

First, if they all went down the mountain wearing brocade, it could indeed deter some petty criminals, making them afraid to act rashly for fear that Liu Zijin and the other girls were descendants of some prominent family.

But the petty criminals were suppressed, yet Jiang Beiran couldn't handle those lustful second-generation rich kids.

Given the beauty of the five girls, Liu Zijin included, if they were allowed to flaunt their beauty, who knew how many dukes and great heroes would be attracted. By the end of the trial, Jiang Beiran estimated he would trigger at least a dozen Yellow-tier missions.

Who could handle that!?

But now, switching to coarse cloth hemp clothes, it didn't achieve the effect Jiang Beiran had imagined of blending into the crowd and acting low-key. Instead, it was like throwing five fat sheep into a wolf pack.

Just imagine, five peerless beauties dressed as commoners, wouldn't that make the men below the mountain beat each other senseless?

Sigh, it seems that good things are still meant to be used. I just hope they don't discover anything special about them.

Sighing inwardly, Jiang Beiran looked at Liu Zijin and the other four and said, "Very good, you all returned within the allotted time. This is a good start for us. Now, follow me, I'll help you get the rest of the things you need."

At this moment, Jiang Beiran's authority as an Iron Seal was completely established. Upon hearing his command, even Fang Qiuyue, who was the most unconvinced, merely pouted but obediently followed behind.

Arriving at an unmanned pavilion not far away, Jiang Beiran took out five straw hats and five pairs of straw shoes from his universe ring.

This universe ring was a gift Jiang Beiran received when he first joined the sect. It was engraved with the character [Heart].

When Jiang Beiran first received it, he was extremely impressed with the Returning Heart Sect. They actually gave out items that only novel protagonists had as a newbie pack.

But he later learned that in this world, most cultivators basically had a universe ring, the only difference being the storage space. Jiang Beiran's universe ring had a capacity roughly equivalent to a sack, which was also the standard for most cultivators' universe rings.

This universe ring was as convenient as Jiang Beiran had imagined. Except for living things, anything else could be stored inside.

Seeing the straw hats and straw shoes Jiang Beiran took out, Fang Qiuyue's brows furrowed again, but she didn't speak this time. Anyway, she now considered Jiang Beiran as part of her trial. She just had to endure this one.

Even if I get cursed to death, die outside, or get kicked out of the hall by the protectors, I will never find this person to be my Iron Seal again!

Placing the straw hats and straw shoes in front of the five junior sisters, Jiang Beiran said with a smile, "It's currently the height of summer, these are summer relief items I specially prepared for you. Put them on. If the shoes don't fit, tell me and I'll alter them for you."

Although Liu Zijin didn't particularly like the style of the straw hat, she still politely nodded and said, "Thank you, Senior Brother." Then she picked out a straw hat and a pair of straw shoes.

After sitting down and changing into the straw shoes, Liu Zijin casually put on the straw hat.

Huh...

The moment she put on the straw hat, Liu Zijin suddenly felt the scenery before her eyes blur, but it quickly returned to normal.

Fang Qiuyue, who had just received her straw hat and shoes, glanced at Liu Zijin and blinked strangely. She felt that Liu Zijin didn't seem like her usual self, but upon closer inspection, she felt there was nothing wrong.

Perhaps it's because it's the first time I've seen Sister Zi Jin dressed like this. But Sister Zi Jin is still Sister Zi Jin, she's still so beautiful even dressed like this~

At this moment, Jiang Beiran nodded with satisfaction after seeing Liu Zijin put on the straw hat and straw shoes.

'Very good, the concealment formation is running smoothly. The aura has been completely altered.'

After accepting such a difficult commission from Protector Yu, Jiang Beiran naturally wouldn't go unprepared. During the two days of waiting, he developed this Invisibility Set, which fused the Weaving Technique with Formation Study.

Simply put, it involved weaving the Aura Concealing Formation into straw hats and straw shoes. This would turn the hats and shoes into Mobile Formations, creating an Illusion around the wearer. The effect was to significantly lower the wearer's Presence, making them difficult to notice when among a crowd.

Once all five had put on the Invisibility Set, Jiang Beiran took out five pieces of sun-scorched cloth from his Universe Ring and handed them over.

Sun-scorched cloth was a common anti-heat item used by the common people on the Profound Dragon Continent. It was made by processing the roots of a plant similar to a banana into silk, then weaving it into cloth. Wearing it on the face could block sunlight and dispel the summer heat.

Of course, the sun-scorched cloth Jiang Beiran made had its own special properties. The Weaving Method, infused with Formation Study, allowed it to connect to the Formation Eye of the Aura Concealing Formation in the straw hats, thereby strengthening the effect of the Invisibility Set.

"Report! (Report!) (Report!)"

At this moment, the Yu Family Three Sisters raised their hands and shouted in unison.

Jiang Beiran pointed to Yu Shimei, who was standing in the middle, and said, "You ask first."

"What is that in Shixiong's hand?" Yu Guizhui stepped forward and asked.

"Hmm? You haven't seen it before? This is sun-scorched cloth, for warding off the heat."

"Sun-scorched cloth?" Yu Guizhui's eyes widened, her face full of curiosity.

Jiang Beiran looked at the others and found them equally bewildered, clearly having never seen it before.

Sigh, the lives these Young Ladies lead are truly in a different dimension from ordinary common people...

"In any case, you'll know how good it is once you wear it on your face." Jiang Beiran said, handing the sun-scorched cloth to Yu Guizhui. He then turned to another Yu Shimei and asked, "What about you? Any questions?"

"Oh, I'm fine. Second Sister already asked for me."

Jiang Beiran then looked at the remaining Yu Shimei. "You have the same question?"

"Mm." Yu Guimiao nodded vigorously.

"Alright, then you all try wearing them." Jiang Beiran took out two more pieces of sun-scorched cloth and handed them to them.

"Wow, it smells so good." Yu Guizhui, who had already put on the sun-scorched cloth, had sparkling eyes. Her jade nose twitched incessantly, as if trying to inhale more of the fragrance.

The other two Yu Shimei heard this and quickly put on the sun-scorched cloth, exclaiming in surprise, "It really smells good."

Previously, to prevent Liu Zijin or Fang Qiuyue from having a strong aversion to wearing the sun-scorched cloth, Jiang Beiran had specifically soaked the finished cloth in the Hundred Flowers Honey he brewed. He then used a formation to contain the scent within a certain range, so others could barely smell it.

Seeing the surprised expressions of the Yu Family Three Sisters, Liu Zijin and Fang Qiuyue couldn't help but become curious. They walked up to Jiang Beiran and took the remaining two pieces of sun-scorched cloth.

"It really does! It smells especially good when worn. Shi..." Liu Zijin covered her mouth as soon as she started to ask. Although she was looking forward to being lectured by Jiang Shixiong again, if she lost another two points, she would fail outright.

"Report." Liu Zijin called out softly.

Seeing Liu Zijin's reaction, Jiang Beiran was very satisfied and nodded. "Go ahead."

"May I ask what fragrance is on this sun-scorched cloth?"

After Liu Zijin asked her question, the Yu Family Three Sisters also looked at Jiang Beiran simultaneously, their faces clearly showing, "We're very curious too."

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