dering we were going to meet anyway, it doesn't matter." The Fourth Prince seemed quite composed and dignified, as if he wasn't engaging in anything underhanded.To mobilize such a large force just for...Chapter 442 The怡紅院 (Yihong Courtyard) Part 2
Originally, I didn't plan to stay at the Yihong Courtyard tonight; I wanted to visit a gambling den and get some funds. Recently, Miss First Sister said she was short of money, but I don't know what she's doing with it. Regardless, I need to give her something, while others will naturally expect the same. At the same time, I also need to purchase new medicinal ingredients for alchemy, which requires money as well. Anyway, everything costs money now, so I might as well go to a casino and get some.
In this world, the gambling dens in Silverheart City are the most reputable and wealthiest; asking them for funds should be my best option.
"Ah, sir, you really have to leave tomorrow Now that the Yihong Courtyard is yours, why don't you stay longer" At this moment, Qingyuan, who rarely spoke up before, suddenly asked.
After Qingyuan spoke, she realized her sisters were looking at her curiously and immediately blushed and lowered her head.
"I have important things to do," said the Wandering Immortal.
"Sir, I don't like hearing that. Are we not proper here"牡丹 asked indignantly.
"What do you think" The Wandering Immortal looked at 牡丹 and asked in return.
"... " At this moment, 牡丹 suddenly remembered the nature of the Yihong Courtyard; however, she still said, "Of course it's proper. We are respectable courtesans!"
"Alright, let's not talk about that. I indeed have something important to do, and I'm not sure when I'll be back here. The affairs of this place will be entrusted to..." The Wandering Immortal glanced around, and everyone knew what he meant by looking for a proxy boss.
牡丹 and others began to try their best to show themselves off in front of the Wandering Immortal, implying that he should choose one among them. However, the Wandering Immortal chose someone no one had expected.
"Qingyuan, you'll handle it!"
“What” Qingyuan was stunned; she hadn't thought the Wandering Immortal would pick her.
Did I hear him wrong We only spoke a few words. Logically speaking, he should trust 牡丹 the most since they've been together longer than anyone else.
"Sir, did you call my name by mistake" Qingyuan asked timidly.
"No, I called your name intentionally. We played a game of chess once; your mind is meticulous, and I know all about you guys. Among you, only you know how to manage money. The rest of you just spend or save it."
Qingyuan hesitated, "But I've never done such things before. I'm afraid everything will go wrong if I try."
The Wandering Immortal smiled and shook his head, "You don't need to worry about that. If things do go wrong, so be it. Everyone fails at some point; I haven't said you can't fail. What I expect is for you to learn from your mistakes, which I believe you can."
"But..."
"No 'but.' Anyway, if you don't do it, let the place fall into chaos," The Wandering Immortal shrugged offhandedly. He didn't care much about things he got for free; even in chaos, someone would come out eventually.
“Qingyuan, since the sir chose you, go ahead and do it. Otherwise, we won’t be satisfied,” 牡丹 said with a smile, not minding that she wasn't chosen either. She understood herself well enough to know that even if she had been selected, she wouldn’t have been suitable for the job.
Might as well continue being an honest courtesan!
"Yes, don't refuse. If you need help with anything, we'll be here to support you. This place is now the sir's property; we won't allow any mishaps," said the ladies in unison. Their respect for the Wandering Immortal was evident, and it had grown over the past ten days.
“And as for your contracts of servitude, if you want to reclaim them, feel free to do so; you're all free now, and you can come or go as you please.” The Wandering Immortal continued. This made everyone even more touched and reinforced their resolve to help him.
In reality, the Wandering Immortal wasn't trying to buy anyone's loyalty because he didn’t believe these contracts could truly bind courtesans. Some of them were already capable of redeeming themselves but chose to stay since they had grown accustomed to this life and were unsure what else to do outside it.
Given their current status, finding a good man was difficult; those who were less desirable they didn't want to settle for. They usually aimed to earn enough money now to support themselves in the future or find a decent husband elsewhere after earning sufficient funds.
Since they had already started selling themselves, why not continue for a bit longer and earn more money
Of course, some courtesans only sold their talents but not their bodies. They could still find suitable partners but would need to leave this place eventually since it was a brothel.
The men who didn't mind such backgrounds did exist, after all, they could have multiple wives!
Regardless of the situation, those who should leave will depart; these contracts were merely formalities for brothels to generate income and not shackles that bound them.
Since it was something he had won, Xiaoyao just took the opportunity to do a favor!
Back in the small courtyard, Xiaoyao continued teaching the ladies. Time passed quickly as night soon fell, and dinner time arrived.
"Young Master, why don’t we all eat together tonight Have a good meal and send you off," suggested the women, who usually ate separately at this time of day, along with Xiaoyao.
“Sure, let's all eat together. Tell everyone to leave and say that we won't be serving customers tonight; it’s our private party!" said Xiaoyao with a smile.
"Alright, since we're all here now and there are not many people outside, why don’t we close for the day Let them go find entertainment elsewhere. We’re all here for Young Master to enjoy," teased the women as they each flirted, some even getting up close and personal with him.
“I’m busy tonight; I have to earn money to support myself and my women. There are already enough of you; let’s skip this,” Xiaoyao directly refused them.
"Haha, Young Master can be supported by us, like a pretty boy."
“Get lost!” grumbled Xiaoyao with a smile.
"Haha…"
The women soon dispersed to arrange the dinner and ask customers to leave since they were closing for the night. The ejected customers found it perplexing but accepted compensation and moved on to other brothels.
"What Closing up That's ridiculous; this is just getting started!" thought those being thrown out, while others knocked and received no answer before leaving.
Later, a group arrived led by Wang Laoye, who had returned with the intention of forcefully reclaiming the Yihong Brothel. The men he brought were not ordinary thugs but city guards, whose leader was close to Wang Laoye.
"Surround the place and don’t let anyone leave," ordered their leader to his troops, who promptly surrounded the brothel in professional positions.
“Let’s go, Brother Wang. Let's see if that brat still dares to be so arrogant; I'll cut him down!” said the leader to Wang Laoye.
"Strange, why is it closed Could they have known we were coming" wondered Wang Laoye as he and the leader approached a closed door.
“Break in!” commanded the guard captain. Two soldiers immediately kicked open the doors.
The soldiers entered, taking positions on either side to welcome their leader inside, only to find many people waiting for them. The entire Yihong Brothel was gathered in the dining hall, with ladies performing and drinking together warmly. This sight made the soldiers’ hearts race with desire.
Much to their astonishment, they noticed one young man among all those ladies—just one male amidst all this beauty. How envious these soldiers were of him; they wished they could trade places for even a short while in his shoes!
Who was this youth
"There he is—the brat. This fellow knows how to enjoy himself, closing up and having everyone entertain him alone. If he keeps the Yihong Brothel, it’s sure to go bankrupt!" exclaimed Wang Laoye upon entering.
“Sir Wang, are you here to pay Then why such a big fuss Just one person is enough, and also, you've damaged our door—repair costs apply,” said Xiaoyao calmly, looking at Wang Laoye without showing the slightest sign of tension.
"Brat, don’t think you’re getting away. Do you know who these men are" sneered Wang Laoye.
“Who are they Just some soldiers here to have a good time, right Welcome! But we don’t run on credit—let’s get that clear,” laughed Xiaoyao.
"What nonsense, am I some lecher" growled the guard captain, glaring at Xiaoyao with righteous indignation but secretly eyeing the women. (To be continued)y don't you let your friend help out We're short on hands and every additional person would be beneficial," Xin'er said."But..." Ulysean was somewhat hesitant. If it were in the past, she wouldn't hav...