Become a true immortal by emulating all demons.

Named Qingliu, it was actually just a dark alleyway at the junction of the southern suburbs and the western city.

A few faded lanterns hanging at the entrance of the alley could not hide the dilapidated atmosphere emanating from the entire alley.

This is a place of joy for the poor.

The truly wealthy people in the city usually disdain coming to places like this.

"Fox Master, this way."

Xiao Liuzi is not very old, probably only twelve or thirteen years old. He doesn't look particularly well-behaved, but his smooth and obsequious manner is already masterful.

He carefully led Lin Shu, avoiding the mud puddles, into the quiet alley.

"..."

Old Yang's throat was dry, and he dared not breathe.

Even now, I still can't figure out why Lin Shu was willing to bring me along.

He could only steal glances around, trying his best to hide his embarrassment.

"The girls are all resting in the afternoon; it'll be more lively in the evening."

Xiao Liuzi looked at the houses with their windows and doors tightly closed on both sides of the alley and explained to Lin Shu in a flattering manner, "Our family is considered one of the top establishments in Qingliu Alley. Business is quite good. As for the specific amount, Wolf Master will explain it to you."

"Wolf Lord?" Lin Shu glanced sideways.

"This Wolf Lord's surname is Tian. He was originally a young wolf from the Fierce Wolf Hall, but he temporarily took refuge in our family. Recently, he has mastered great skills and broken through to the mid-stage of Qi Refining. He was given a name by the gang and became a proper Fierce Wolf, and was promoted to another place."

Xiao Liuzi is known for being very open and honest.

Although Wolf Lord is fierce, he has little to do with people like us who are just a bunch of worthless idiots.

A brothel servant like him could never hope to join any of the other branches of the Blackwater Gang in his lifetime. The Cunning Fox Branch, which did not have strict requirements for strength, was his only hope.

Therefore, he was even more determined to curry favor with this fox spirit in front of him.

"understood."

Lin Shu gently tapped her chin.

He understood why the two wolves had looked down on him earlier; it was simply because they lacked inner cultivation techniques and couldn't properly embark on the path of cultivation.

For others, it might be a matter of just getting by and making a living by relying on their remaining skills.

But for Lin Shu, this internal method might be the key to replenishing the mist, and it was closely related to her life.

He also wanted to get to know these so-called monks better.

"We've arrived. Please come in."

Xiao Liuzi stopped in front of a two-story building and gently pushed open the greasy door.

The room was dark inside. There was a cabinet in front of the door, and a ladder next to it led directly to the second floor.

In the corners on both sides, bamboo mats were haphazardly made on the ground, and several bodies, barely clothed, lay crookedly.

Even when people came in, it didn't disturb their chance to catch up on sleep.

The faint sour smell, coupled with the rising and falling snoring, really didn't inspire any romantic thoughts.

"cough."

Old Yang kept his eyes fixed straight ahead, tense.

He knew in his heart that this would be Lin Shu's territory from now on.

A new official needs to maintain authority.

I must not let these girls look down on me because of my own actions.

……

The two followed Xiao Liuzi up to the second floor.

Before them were seven or eight cramped rooms. The other person led Lin Shu to stop in front of one of the doors.

"Come in."

Upon hearing footsteps, a lazy voice came from inside the door.

Xiao Liuzi obediently retreated to the second floor, while Lao Yang waited patiently at the door.

Lin Shu reached out and pushed the door open.

What came into view was a rather plump figure on the bed, middle-aged, wearing only a light blue cardigan with his belly exposed.

"Close the door."

Tian Jingyuan stretched out his arms and glanced at the young man at the door with little interest.

He leaned against the corner of the bed, pried open the sleeping woman beside him like he was turning over a dead pig, and took out a piece of jade pipe and lit it.

"Enough with the small talk, I'm leaving today and I have something to tell you."

He took a deep drag, not even bothering to lift his eyelids: "According to the gang's rules, they take 20% of the profits from this brothel every month. You should know that."

At this point, Tian Jingyuan paused, tapped his pipe at the foot of the bed, and then struggled to stand up: "But that's the gang's rule. I, Master Tian, ​​take 60% of the cut. After I leave, you will continue to take 60% for me."

As he spoke, his obese body swayed as he walked toward the door.

"..."

Lin Shu stood quietly, and as the other person approached, that feeling of danger from before surged through her body again.

However, compared to the woman surnamed Yan, the fat man's impact was far less significant.

It only made Lin Shu's body tense slightly, but he felt a sense of excitement and thrill, even a desire to enjoy the crisis and take on the challenge.

"Then--"

Tian Jingyuan casually slapped a slip of paper on Lin Shu: "Every month, send 50% of the money to Master Tian for the places listed here. The remaining 10% is your reward."

"If you dare to delay in any way, or let slip that this matter is known to others... hehe!"

After saying that, a hint of coldness appeared on the fat man's lips, and his voice carried an unyielding domineering tone: "Nod if you understand."

"I think I understand."

Lin Shu looked at the paper thoughtfully.

He remained silent, wanting to see what kind of trouble the other party was up to.

Clearly, this fat man had turned the ground beneath his feet into his personal safe.

The other party is now being transferred by orders from the gang, and they are reluctant to leave, so they desperately need a sensible watchdog.

"This is your money box."

Having figured out the reason, Lin Shu breathed a sigh of relief.

He looked up again, a mocking smile playing on his lips.

"Good that you understand." Seeing that the boy was sensible, Tian Jingyuan nodded in satisfaction.

However, just as he was about to pass the other person and leave, the expression on his fat face suddenly froze.

Click-clack—

The young man in front of him clenched his five fingers, crumpled the note into a ball, and then casually tossed it on the ground.

Lin Shu's smile faded, and she said seriously, "It won't be like that anymore."

It's already frustrating enough to work at a brothel. You only get 20% of your salary, and someone takes 10% of it for nothing. You also have to risk being discovered by the gang and extorting money for them.

If the fat man spoke politely and promised some benefits related to internal techniques, Lin Shu might consider it.

But the way they're trying to catch this dog... wow.

"Get lost!"

Lin Shu dusted off the clothes that had been patted by the other party with disgust, not even bothering to lift her eyelids.

This fat guy is doing something shady.

Do you think you can just scare me with a few words and take my hard-earned money out of my pocket?

Do you really think I'm some clueless greenhorn?

"..."

Tian Jingyuan's face trembled rapidly, completely unexpected that this newcomer was so arrogant!

His chest heaved rapidly, eventually turning into a sharp, gasping laugh, the last syllable drawn out like a eunuch's:

"Hahaha, you sly fox! You need a good scolding!"

The pipe in his hand made a creaking sound.

"You really think this money is so easy to get? Without Master Tian as your backer, do you think you can protect these bitches all by yourself, you idiot?"

After laughing, Tian Jingyuan showed no intention of continuing the argument.

He gave the boy a deep look, then stepped out the door as usual, leaving behind only a chilling remark.

"Don't worry, you'll bring it to me."

Even if you beg and plead everywhere to find out, that sly fox will still find the address and then obediently hand over the pump.

That's the confidence of a fierce wolf!

With a series of loud, thumping footsteps, the fat, ferocious wolf nearly collapsed the fragile staircase before galloping away and leaving Qingliu Lane.

The woman in bed had already been awakened.

She even forgot to cover her body with the blanket, staring at Lin Shu's back in fear.

For the girls in this building, a dispute between two Blackwater Gang leaders was definitely not a good thing.

She had never seen anyone dare to speak to Master Tian like that before.

The girl dared not speak, much less get up and leave.

Even if this young man wanted to take his anger out on her, she could only obediently accept it.

However, Lin Shu had no interest in turning back and strode out decisively.

As he stepped outside, seven or eight people had already gathered at the stairwell, casting cautious glances at him.

The entire building was completely silent.

"..."

Old Yang pressed himself tightly against the wall, his face deathly pale.

He really wanted to prove himself and make Lin Shu proud.

But the aura emanating from that fat man as he left was enough to suffocate an ordinary person like him!

Even Xiao Liuzi, who had been all smiles and flattery before, was now swallowing hard, his eyes filled with panic.

Lin Shu offended Master Tian as soon as she arrived.

This made him unsure whether the person was a sturdy tree to climb or a poisonous vine that could break at any moment.

The crowd was nothing more than insignificant weeds in Blackwater City; even making a single wrong choice could lead to their demise.

If you anger Master Tian, ​​not only will he abandon you, but he might also deliberately cause trouble here.

Can this young fox really withstand those storms?

Thinking of this, a sense of unease flashed in everyone's eyes.