Li Xiaofei traveled via rail cars and teleportation wind arrays as he followed the route Little Aunt had given him. Finally, he stopped in front of an ancient courtyard-style building known as Shenyin Pavilion in District Ding-1 of Chongque City.
The place was bustling with activity. The antique brick-and-tile architecture gave it the feel of an immortal cultivation world. However, a neon signboard hung at the entrance, flashing today's room prices, along with photos, names, and service rates of the available courtesans.
Yes. It was a brothel. Li Xiaofei stood at the entrance for a moment, finding the contrast between the ancient architecture and neon lights almost surreal.
"Yo, Brother Chen, looking for your big bro?" A young man in a uniformed suit swaggered out of the entrance. His deep yellow, slicked-back hair, along with an excessive number of silver earrings, a nose ring, and lip rings, gave him the unmistakable aura of a low-level street thug.
A thug from the Outer World. When he spotted Li Xiaofei, the punk’s face lit up with enthusiasm, as if he had just run into an old drinking buddy. He immediately threw an arm around Li Xiaofei’s shoulder, winking suggestively.
"How about a drink? The Bai Family sisters have been waiting for you."
Li Xiaofei put on a delighted expression and replied, "Sure!"
The two of them entered the brothel. As they passed through the front hall, they encountered a few more men dressed in the same uniformed suits as the slick-haired punk. They were all bodyguards and enforcers of Shenyin Pavilion.
They seemed well-acquainted with ‘Li Xiaofei’, greeting him with friendly smiles. Li Xiaofei nodded in response, playing along.
Inside a private booth in a secluded side hall, the slick-haired punk ordered a table full of food and drinks. He also summoned several young women dressed in flowing, traditional silk gowns. Thus, the night of revelry began.
Li Xiaofei remembered what his aunt had told him. His identity in this city was that of a fallen rich second-generation heir, someone well-versed in drinking, gambling, and womanizing, yet determined to ‘work hard’ and expand his family's lineage. So, he embraced the role and played along.
His new name was Li Qingchen. His contact, the big bro that the slick-haired punk referred to, was Li Yiyun, the chief bodyguard of Shenyin Pavilion. Which also meant... He was the head procurer of the brothel. Or, in simpler terms... The top pimp.
However, Li Yiyun was known for being a man of principle. He had a strong sense of brotherhood and loyalty, and also took good care of his subordinates. As such, he held a certain level of prestige and influence. Mid-level brothel managers like the slick-haired punk respected Li Yiyun deeply, so by extension, they also looked after Li Qingchen, whether out of respect or shared debauchery.
"Brother Chen, you've been gone for so long. The girls have really missed you!" The young, beautiful woman snuggled up beside him was named Bai Zhi. She spoke in a soft, delicate voice, peeling a longan fruit and slipping its translucent, juicy flesh into his mouth.
The sweet nectar burst across his tongue. Li Xiaofei let out a mischievous chuckle, running his hand over Bai Zhi’s soft, smooth skin before turning to accept a sip of fine liquor from another stunning woman, Bai Xuan.
The slightly sweet yet fiery heat exploded across his taste buds, sliding down his throat with a lingering warmth. Li Xiaofei secretly nodded in approval.
Damn. This is pure extravagance and indulgence.
Whether it was the longan fruit or the wine, they both contained energy comparable to a Fifth Generation Starforce Reagent. The dishes on the table, whether meat or vegetable, all carried immense energy, no weaker than the star cores of high-grade star beasts.
On Earth, these would be priceless treasures that would be beyond most people’s reach. Even the two sweet and alluring drinking companions by his side, who catered to his every whim, were both at the Great Saint level.
Holy shit. This is terrifying.
Li Xiaofei couldn't help but feel a deep pity for the Xie Family’s ancestors and his followers. Their so-called Eden, hailed as the ultimate paradise, promised everything, even immortality. Yet, it was laughably inferior to the Star Council’s headquarters.
The Xie Family’s ancestor had sacrificed everything, living as a loyal dog to his superiors, only to gain mere Great Saint-level strength. Meanwhile, in the Star Council’s headquarters, even the lowest-tier courtesans in a brothel were at the Great Saint level. The comparison was enough to drive anyone mad.
More importantly, the Bai sisters were both peerless beauties. Their elegance and charm were beyond compare, untouched by any signs of debauchery, gentle and obedient. Rumors claimed that every woman in Shenyin Pavilion possessed extraordinary abilities and had mastered various dual cultivation techniques. For a cultivator, spending a night with them enhanced one's cultivation, with wonders beyond imagination.
Now, Li Xiaofei finally understood why Little Aunt had advised him to cultivate in the Outer World before attempting his breakthrough to the Dao Union Realm. The ‘soil’ here was far richer. For now, he indulged himself, eating, drinking, and reveling without restraint, fully embracing his role as a greedy, lecherous second-generation heir.
After a satisfying meal and plenty of drinks, the two young and beautiful women eagerly dragged Li Xiaofei to Private Room Ding, ready for the second round of activities. Li Xiaofei held back slightly, not actually engaging in anything too intimate. Instead, he let the two skilled women straddle him and give him a massage. Leaning back comfortably, he closed his eyes and enjoyed the sensation.
"Brother Chen, I heard you confessed to Si Kongxue, the eldest daughter of Fengyu Merchant Guild?"
Bai Zhi, seated on his back, giggled as she spoke. Li Xiaofei quickly recalled his character's background.
Truly, a while ago, Li Qingchen had indeed confessed to Si Kongxue, the daughter of the guild master of Fengyu Merchant Guild, one of Chongque City’s four major business guilds. The reason was simple and downright ridiculous.
Li Qingchen believed that Si Kongxue was gifted with extraordinary talent, had a full chest, a soft waist, and a perky backside. She was perfect for childbearing, making her an ideal candidate for continuing the Li family bloodline.
So, after careful preparation, he had publicly confessed to her. Only to be brutally rejected. The other girl, Bai Xuan, who was currently perched on his lower back, giggled mischievously.
"Rich family heiresses are all spoiled. They think too highly of themselves. None of them can compare to the sisters of Shenyin Pavilion when it comes to taking care of a man. Hehe, Brother Chen, if you're looking for a wife, why not consider us?"
Li Xiaofei pinched her perky backside, smirking. He said, "You little vixen. What nonsense are you spouting?"
"Oh? Are you looking down on us just because we’re courtesans?" replied Bai Zhi. She suddenly pressed down hard with her ten fingers, kneading Li Xiaofei’s spinal column with surprising force.
A series of cracks rang out in the room as an overwhelming sense of relief and pleasure surged through Li Xiaofei’s body, making him feel as if smoke was about to rise from his backside. He let out a satisfied groan.
He chuckled and said, "How could I? In my eyes, you two, and all the sisters of Shenyin Pavilion are hardworking, ambitious young women who earn their living through honest labor and dedication!"
"Now that sounds better," replied Bai Xuan, her delicate, jade-like fingers, soft as scallions and tofu, glided along the inner side of his thigh, pressing down with expert precision.
Her technique was exquisite, effortlessly stimulating his meridians and relaxing his muscles. Just as he was about to sink further into enjoyment—
A sharp knock interrupted them. Then, without waiting for a response, a man pushed open the door and strode in. Li Xiaofei lifted his head, only to be met with a palm swinging straight for his face!
"You little shit! How many times have I told you? Don’t come here if you don’t have money!" The man cursed loudly, his voice rough and irritated. "Stop putting every damn expense under my name!"
Li Xiaofei was stunned.
"Fuck you... Wait, what the hell?!"
Li Xiaofei instinctively cursed, then looked up and instantly froze in place.
"Y-you... old bastard, what’s it to you?"
He almost slipped up. The man before him had a pair of peach blossom eyes. It was so familiar that, in an instant, a long-forgotten name popped into Li Xiaofei’s mind. But he caught himself just in time, shutting his mouth before he could say it aloud.
His mind raced. He quickly understood who this person was. Shenyin Pavilion’s number one...manager. His cousin, Li Yiyun. But that wasn’t the main issue. The main issue was, the longer he stared at those peach blossom eyes, the more unsettlingly familiar they looked.