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Dec 27, 202416 min read

Fair Trade - Chapter Twenty One: Serpent Awakens the Dragon

Yushi felt a little odd in his more prestigious robes. He’d spent most of his time in recent days passing off as someone that was...

Dec 13, 202414 min read

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Fair Trade - Chapter Twenty: Sway of Snow

The Fox’s Den wasn’t filled with patrons. Various employees were milling about, cleaning and preparing for opening. Yet no one batted an...

Dec 6, 202415 min read

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Fair Trade - Chapter Nineteen: Ink, Oil and Blood

Upon stepping inside, the crisp scent of paper and ink filled the air of the shop. The walls were lined with books and scrolls from floor...

Nov 29, 202419 min read

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Fair Trade - Chapter Eighteen: Fortune’s Favor

Shizhe practically skipped down the streets, rather delighted in her plans for the day. She knew Yushi would be a little resistant to the...

Nov 22, 20246 min read

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Fair Trade - Chapter Seventeen: Folding but Unyielding

Yuliang paced in her office, growing rather restless with the stagnation of her investigation. She knew full well that if Shizhe insisted...

Nov 16, 202423 min read

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Fair Trade - Chapter Sixteen: Dealer in Fortune

Shizhe yawned as she returned to nibbling on the bun. She’d stayed up much later than she intended as she made her search for the...

Sep 27, 202410 min read

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Fair Trade - Chapter Fifteen: That Which Stains the Snow

After Shizhe left, Yushi couldn’t help but feel worried about Xueye when the possible resolution was not in his presence. Shizhe seemed...

Sep 20, 202416 min read

Fair Trade - Chapter Fourteen: Dragon’s Treasure

Yushi hesitated to step out of the study. He needed a moment to gather himself after Riluo left. He was still feeling out of sorts,...

Sep 13, 20248 min read

Fair Trade - Chapter Thirteen: Sought Remedy

Even amidst the pattering rain the streets were filled with people going about their day. Oil paper umbrellas created their own canopy...

Aug 20, 202411 min read

Fair Trade - Chapter Twelve: Lingering Storm

The rain persisted through the morning. Yushi’s sleep was rather restless, unable to keep Xueye off his mind. Yushi felt drained yet...

Aug 9, 202413 min read

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Fair Trade - Chapter Eleven: Comfort

“Who was that?” Xueye felt as though he’d seen their visitor before but couldn’t quite place his face. “A dear friend of mine,” Yushi...

Jul 12, 202415 min read

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Fair Trade - Chapter Ten: Serpents Unseen

A soft breeze blew through a cracked window of the office of the Minister of Justice. Shanfeng Yuliang had just entered and was rather...

Jun 28, 202418 min read

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Fair Trade - Chapter Nine: Investment

After eating and securing a new warehouse, Xueye and Yushi ended up stopping by the Meigui Trading Company. Fortunately it seemed as...

Jun 21, 202411 min read

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Fair Trade - Chapter Eight: Frigid Night and Warm Dawn

Xueye was immersed in darkness. Not a shred of light came from any direction. It was cold, a familiar cold, as though he was still in the...

Jun 14, 202410 min read

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Fair Trade - Chapter Seven: Dragon Guard

Yushi quickly reached out and snatched the wrist of the man attacking Xueye, squeezing it tightly and forcing the dagger to fall as he...

May 7, 202417 min read

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Fair Trade - Chapter Six: Melting Snow

Xueye wasted no time making his way to the central fountain square. It was as busy as always, being where many roads met and a popular...

Apr 25, 202411 min read

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Fair Trade - Chapter Five: Dragon’s Distraction

Tucked away in the north western corner of the palace walls is a large training yard squared in by the imperial army barracks. In the...

Feb 23, 202413 min read

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Fair Trade - Chapter Four: Growth

Chapter contains sensitive topics that may not be suitable for all readers. Please read Content Warning before proceeding.

Feb 14, 202416 min read

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Fair Trade - Chapter Three: Stars Obscured by Moonlight

Amidst the Meihua Imperial Palace, Emperor Buxui Yushi surrounds his upper court with his most trusted companions. Many of which have...

Feb 7, 202419 min read

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Fair Trade - Chapter Two: The Moon Suits the Snow

“Xueye!” A fierce, spiteful voice echoed through the building. Xueye sighed heavily, it was first thing in the morning and his father...