Making money isn't as hard as you might think. Learn a few key techniques, and there's no money in the jiangh…
Making money isn't as hard as you might think.
Learn a few key techniques, and there's no money in the jianghu you can't get your hands on!
Technique One: Getting Started – Practice at the Inkbound Order
Among all the jianghu sects, the Inkbound Order is the easiest target. The scholars there wear multiple layers of clothing—missing a layer doesn't seem odd to them. From my experience, their money pouches are usually hidden in the second and fourth layers, and the third layer usually holds a book. If you sense something's off, reach for the third layer, pretending you want to read—their eagerness to teach will give you the perfect chance to act. If you get caught, just share a heartfelt story about your hardships—you'll at least get a simple meal. If you're new to this, this place is the best for gaining experience.
But if you want to make real money, don't settle for just a meal. Disguising yourself as an Inkbound disciple to blend in is the way forward. This method is more challenging and requires mastering a special skill called the "Thousand-Character Classic." This isn't written down anywhere; those interested should seek out Xu Jinwen for direct instruction.
Technique Two: Roaming the Streets and Alleys to Earn Easily
Who knows the streets of Kaifeng better than the Nine Mortal Ways folk? Who's more familiar with every alley? You can turn this knowledge into cash!
All you need is a charred stick to map the routes and alleys you've traveled. Then, find Midnight Blades disciples dressed in red and black. With your "Intelligence Map," you can charge a fee for guiding the way. As your drawing skills improve and your knowledge of people and places deepens, you can create even more detailed maps. Eventually, you may earn money simply by selling these maps without even guiding anyone. If fortune favors you, you might also gain two free bodyguards.
Give it a try!
Technique Three: Combining the First Two to Make Big Money
Once you've mastered the first two techniques, it's time to attempt this—becoming an informant for Velvet Shade!
As everyone knows, the beauties at Revelry Hall love gossip from everywhere. Record and map these rumors and where they come from, and exchange this information for a fee with Velvet Shade disciples.
After all, the Inkbound Order scholars are just bookish types, and those from Midnight Blades are unpredictable. Once you're skilled at gathering information and drawing maps, Velvet Shade will offer you a steady income!
But remember—don't spend your earnings on them again. The worst mistake in the jianghu is letting your feelings get involved, especially when it leads to spending on drinks! Keep this in mind!
Master these three techniques, and you won't just earn steadily—you'll be well off in no time.
Want to make even more? The next volume contains secret methods!