Mother Yang thought it would be very difficult, and this was the first hurdle that most of the new women faced. Having been accustomed to being respectable women, many of them contemplated suicide when suddenly exposed to so many men.
She had figured out how to persuade and comfort her.
You have a younger brother, right? You can make concessions then. As long as you entertain the guests well, you can visit your brother occasionally. As for any extra jewelry or tips you receive, you can do whatever you want with them.
However, it was all in vain to say anything.
Chu Jinjin nodded obediently: "I'll do as Mom says."
Mrs. Yang was genuinely surprised and hesitated to speak.
Accepting reality so quickly?
Qingxiao had planned ahead about this. The courtesan election was just a game for men. Chu Jinjin was alright, but those who were less attractive, some even wore only a bellyband.
As the dignified third young lady of the Chu family, if word gets out in the future, even if there is a reason, her reputation will be completely ruined.
So she was determined to stop it, even if it meant arguing with Yang's mother.
Chu Jinjin waved her hand and said: "No need, just dress lightly."
After the tailor took the measurements, he followed Madam Yang to take the measurements of other girls. Qingxiao sighed, "Miss Chu, do you really want to dress like this?"
Chu Jinjin understood her concerns.
However, this level of exposure is nothing compared to later generations. In the summer, let alone short skirts and shorts, even crop tops are perfectly normal.
More importantly, she must win over the courtesan so that she can have a chance to get close to Zhou Guoshou. Although Qingxiao said that the guests would vote for her, what if that happens?
Wearing less clothing makes it easier to garner votes.
Chu Jinjin suddenly raised her leg, her toes reaching directly above her head, then quickly landing, explaining, "Wearing less makes it easier to beat people up."
This is the second reason.
She never fights a battle she's not confident of winning.
She couldn't bring any weapons to the Zhou residence. The Imperial Guards, who were specifically tasked with protecting high-ranking officials, were exceptionally skilled and well-equipped, while she was unarmed.
She was genuinely worried that Yang's mother would make her wear three layers of clothing.
You can't take off your clothes while you're fighting.
This high kick, which would have surprised many people, did not elicit a strong reaction from Qingxiao.
Chu Jinjin stretched her limbs and smiled meaningfully, saying, "Sister Qingxiao, you don't like to be too restrained when you're hitting someone, do you?"
I shouldn't have asked that.
But she was too curious.
Qingxiao could keep it from Yang's mother and the clients, but she couldn't hide the keen intuition she had developed in the apocalypse.
I don't know how skilled they are, but they are definitely better than ordinary guards. Why do they stay in Manyuanchun?
She soon learned the real reason.
As the top courtesan, Qingxiao has relative freedom. If she doesn't agree, few can force her, since it would be ridiculed if word got out.
Even when entertaining guests, it's mostly just drinking.
On the fourth night, Chu Jinjin was trying on the new clothes that the tailor had brought when Yang Mama knocked on the door and came in with a fawning expression: "Qingxiao, Sixth Master is here."
Chu Jinjin was taken aback. It sounded like a regular customer, so it must be inconvenient for her to stay here.
Mother Yang shared the same sentiment, beaming as she beckoned to her future cash cow: "Pear Blossom, come with me."
Qingxiao stopped her, saying, "Mom, no need. Let Lihua stay. I just wanted to teach her how to play rock-paper-scissors."
Chu Jinjin immediately sensed that something was amiss.
Letting her stay is certainly not to teach her drinking games or to help her entertain customers.
Who is this Sixth Master?
It was someone she had never expected.
Madam Yang had no time for such trivial matters. After announcing her arrival, she rushed out again, and a moment later, her exaggerated laughter came from outside: "Sixth Master, you haven't been here for over a month. Qingxiao has been talking about it all day long, and you've become quite thin."
A deep male voice gave a faint "hmm".
Chu Jinjin felt a sense of familiarity.
As the door opened, a tall and slender man walked in. He was dressed in a dark green long robe, exuding a reserved and noble air. A fine mutton-fat jade pendant hung from his waist, and his handsome appearance was almost captivating.
Chu Jinjin: "......."
I almost didn't recognize her.
After Mother Yang left, Chu Jinjin shook her head: "Chief Jie?"
Qingxiao suddenly knelt down and respectfully said, "This servant greets the chieftain."
Chu Jinjin: "......."
I understand.
“No need for formalities among family.” The Black Hawk Chieftain raised his hand slightly, turned his head and smiled, “Miss Chu, it’s been a long time.”
Chu Jinjin looked at the two of them, and for a moment she couldn't accept it.
No wonder Qingxiao, who clearly had the ability to leave, chose to stay here; it turns out he was also from Black Eagle Stronghold.
Qingxiao's aloof demeanor vanished completely, and she became as humble as a maidservant who always looked out for her master, respectfully saying, "Miss Chu, please don't be offended. I didn't mean to hide it, but because of my special status, it's really inconvenient to tell you."
Chu Jinjin quickly helped her up: "Sister Qingxiao, I didn't mean to blame you, I was just surprised."
As the largest brothel in the capital, Manyuanchun was frequented by high-ranking officials and nobles, and was naturally the biggest source of information.
Black Hawk Village is something else.
It's a pity my father is still in a coma, otherwise I could ask him what his guess is.
Jie Du seemed to see through her thoughts and said with a smile, "Miss Chu, don't look at me like that. No matter how powerful Black Eagle Mountain Stronghold is, it was still defeated by you alone."
The two sat down, but Qingxiao insisted on standing behind Jiedu to serve him.
"Chief Jie, if you've come here for that matter again, you might have made a wasted trip." Having already dealt with him once, Chu Jinjin knew what kind of person he was, so she went straight to the point, "My father is still unconscious. If you don't believe me, you can send someone to check."
It's been a while since my father was rescued, and I suppose Jiedu can't wait any longer.
Qingxiao said softly, "Miss Chu, the chieftain came here specifically for you."
Chu Jinjin was genuinely surprised: "Me?"
Qingxiao nodded: "For Zhou Guoshou's ledger."
Chu Jinjin understood.
To her, the account book was merely a weapon to threaten Zhou Guoshou, but its actual uses went far beyond that. Given Zhou Guoshou's status, the people he associated with were no ordinary individuals, and it might even plunge the court into turmoil.
What exactly is Black Hawk Mountain Village planning to do? Is it going to rebel?
Chu Jinjin said calmly, "With Chief Xie's help, that would be even better."
If that's really the case, then she should stay as far away as possible.
"Madam Li must have heard about Zhou Guoshou's situation, but she probably only knows the basics." Jie Du seemed to have changed. He was no longer the fearsome Black Eagle Chieftain. He exuded an inexplicable air of nobility. He played with his wine glass, his gaze deep. "That Imperial Guard is the elite trained by successive dynasties. Even if I were to face more than three of them, I'm afraid I would not be able to escape."
Chu Jinjin frowned: "That powerful?"
He knew about Jie Du's skills.
Without special circumstances such as darkness in the woods, in a relatively enclosed environment with three rescuers, she would definitely have died.
Jie Du whispered, "That's not all. As far as I know, Zhou Guoshou also has a mute by his side who is almost always with him. Miss Chu, you can kill him, but you can't do it without making a sound."
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