C14 The Third Floor of Nighty Night

Niu Li licked his lips awkwardly, his gaze drifting to the reception desk.

A small crowd had already formed there. On closer inspection, Niu Li noted they were young men—none particularly old, but all robust in stature.

The ringleader was a youth as gaunt as a skeleton. Spotting Long Hair, he strode over with purpose.

Initially, Skinny ignored Long Hair, instead scrutinizing Niu Li and sending shivers down his spine.

"Not bad at all, Mao. You've brought us a fine specimen today. Looks like we're in for a hefty profit," Skinny finally said, nodding in approval and grinning at Long Hair. His voice carried a tinge of a Cantonese accent.

"Exactly. I've brought a genuine virgin. Chickenhead, you've got to hook me up with a big-spending boss," Long Hair said, oozing sycophancy.

"Don't worry. Faang's word is that a few wealthy women from Hong Kong are coming to have fun here today. I won't forget your cut," Skinny chuckled, beckoning Niu Li closer, continuing to sing his praises.

It dawned on Niu Li—he was being coerced into prostitution!

With a forced, dry smile, anger simmered within him. So young, was he resilient enough to withstand what was to come? He was curious to see who would prove to be more forceful.

Mr. Long Hair offered Niu Li some hollow words of comfort before departing the third floor. Skinny positioned Niu Li at the end of the line of youths, seemingly prepping him to play a key role.

Silent, Niu Li observed the teenagers before him. They appeared to be in their late teens, their complexions a touch pallid, but their eyes gleamed with a lewd shine. He recognized the signs of excess, their entrapment in the throes of carnal addiction.

"Remember the drill. Stay in your rooms until your names are called, then it's showtime," Skinny instructed after a pause, seeing no more newcomers.

Suddenly, over half the youths dispersed, leaving only three, including Niu Li.

He could tell the other two were just as bewildered as he was, yet there was an unmistakable glint of anticipation in their eyes.

He turned his face away with a look of disdain and silently waited.

Truth be told, Niu Li was actually quite excited. After all, he was indeed a virgin!

Should any unforeseen event occur, the clever Elf was there. The little creature seemed to pick up on the shift in the atmosphere. Its Mental Energy remained alert, monitoring every move in the reception hall.

"You three, come with me."

Once the group of teenagers had dispersed, Skinny turned to Niu Li and his companions with a grin. He spoke, then swiveled on his heel and strode off.

Niu Li and the others quickly fell in step behind him. They rounded a corner into a corridor and came upon a cozy reception area filled with young, attractive girls.

He couldn't bring himself to meet their eyes. Amidst the flirtatious stares of the girls, they briskly made their way through the hall. Reaching another corridor, Skinny stopped at a door and instructed, "Wait here. Each of you has a room. Don't leave without being asked to. The rooms have everything you need, so try not to be too anxious."

The other two youths hesitated for a moment, but Niu Li, ever the bachelor, stepped forward first. Skinny nodded in approval, clearly pleased. "He's strong, compliant. He's sure to be a hit," he said before shutting the door and escorting the other two to their respective rooms.

Niu Li surveyed his room. It wasn't large, but it was tastefully designed, bathed in a warm crimson glow.

He lay down on the expansive bed and realized it was a trendy water bed. It was incredibly comfortable, giving him the sensation of floating on water.

Niu Li shifted slightly and reached out to the Elf telepathically, "Diaochan, how far can your Mental Energy reach when you extend it?"

Diaochan, who had been keenly exploring her surroundings, replied without missing a beat, "I can sense up to the area with all those beautiful women we passed earlier."

Niu Li paused, then remembered the small reception hall they had walked through. It was at least ten meters from his room. He chuckled and said, "Those girls can't compare to Diaochan's beauty."

"Really? I like to think so too," the Elf responded with a giggle.

"They seem to be talking about you," the Elf exclaimed with surprise.

"What are they saying?" Niu Li asked, his brow furrowed in confusion. He was unfamiliar with the girls who had sold their souls.

"They say you're the strongest, but they claim they can handle you with ease. What does that mean?" The Elf, who only grasped the basics, was at a loss with such complex matters.

Hearing this, Niu Li's cheeks flushed with embarrassment. Clenching his teeth, he spat out, "They're nothing but female thugs!" Then, sinking into a funk, he lamented, "Do I really come across as that pathetic?"

"You're impressive, and those people are just blind," the Elf said, understanding enough to offer Niu Li some reassurance.

Niu Li just rolled his eyes, offering no further explanation.

Waiting was an exercise in frustration. Niu Li had the Elf extend her Mental Energy to keep an eye on all movements within a ten-meter radius. She was quick to report anyone passing by.

Their surveillance was undetectable, allowing Niu Li and the Elf to spy unabashedly. An hour passed, and Niu Li had all but memorized the faces of the third floor's service staff.

Then, a group emerged from the elevator onto the third floor, led by two men in black. They made their way to the reception hall for beautiful girls.

The Elf immediately tried to sense these newcomers.

But abruptly, a young man dressed in an ancient robe halted, fixing a piercing gaze in the Elf's direction.

Startled by the intensity of the robed young man's stare, the Elf hastily retracted her Mental Energy.