Immortality Begins by Taking Care of Master’s Wife – Chapter 16

Chapter 16: Gathering Intelligence at the Brothel

“Let’s go in and take a look!”
Zhou Chen wasn’t shy. Although he hadn’t achieved much in his past life, he frequently spent money to help out the scantily clad young ladies on the streets.

Since it was early morning, although Snow Moon Workshop’s doors were open, there weren’t many people inside.

As soon as he entered, a madam in her thirties, still retaining her charm, came out to greet him. Seeing Zhou Chen’s youthful and handsome appearance, her eyes lit up.

“Oh my, is this the young master’s first time here?”

As she spoke, a fragrant breeze wafted over. The madam had already wrapped her arm around Zhou Chen’s, a beaming smile on her face, and led him inside.

“Huh?”

Zhou Chen suddenly sensed a familiar presence. He abruptly looked up and saw County Captain Zhang Long coming down from the second floor with three constables.

Those constables were the same three who had accompanied him to capture the Evil Tiger before. It seemed they were Zhang Long’s trusted confidants.

“Does the young master know County Captain Zhang?”

Seeing this, the madam asked curiously.

Zhang Long was a high-ranking figure in Qing He County.

“County Captain Zhang went to Da He Village to eliminate the Evil Tiger before. I had the honor of guiding him and witnessed his might!”

As they spoke, Zhang Long seemed to sense something and looked towards Zhou Chen.

He saw Zhou Chen and was slightly taken aback, but then he quickly withdrew his gaze and left Snow Moon Workshop with his men.

“That kid seems to have good archery skills too!”

Zhang Long suddenly said.

Zhou Chen’s tracking skills were good, he had already witnessed that. And since Zhou Chen had money to come here, he had obviously earned a lot of silver from hunting.

“Boss, you guessed right. That kid’s archery is indeed impressive. He’s become quite famous in Da He Village recently!”

Zhao Hu chimed in:
“Not long after we left Da He Village, that kid went hunting and caught two wild boars. They say he only used four arrows, each one hitting the boar’s eyes with perfect accuracy!”

“He also hunted quite a few Sika deer and other prey afterward. They say he’s incredibly strong, able to carry a four-hundred-jin wild boar down the mountain alone!”

“He must have learned martial arts and reached a considerable level of skill. He should have cultivated Qi and Blood by now!”

Zhang Long nodded, not surprised at all.

He had already guessed as much from Zhou Chen’s physique and complexion.

“Boss, are you planning to recruit him?”

An idea struck Zhao Hu, and he asked.

“Indeed. His tracking and archery skills are impressive. He’s young, and even if he doesn’t know martial arts, he possesses innate divine strength. He has great potential!”

Zhang Long didn’t hide his intentions. As the County Captain, he also needed to recruit trusted subordinates. Although Zhao Hu and the others were decent, their talent was truly average.

“Then I’ll go call him over!”

“Wait!”

Zhang Long raised his hand and pressed down on Zhao Hu’s shoulder, saying calmly:

“It’s his first time at Snow Moon Workshop. What’s the point of you interrupting his enjoyment?”

Zhao Hu’s face flushed with embarrassment as he touched his nose.

He had naturally heard the madam’s words just now. With the madam’s discerning eye, if she said it was Zhou Chen’s first time here, then it must be his first time.

“There’s no rush!”

Zhang Long continued as he walked away with Zhao Hu and the other two, “Go and discreetly investigate Zhou Chen’s background. Don’t let anyone know.”

“Yes, boss!”

Hearing this, Zhao Hu felt even more ashamed. No wonder he was just a subordinate.

He was truly too impulsive.

He had only heard some rumors about Zhou Chen and didn’t know anything concrete. To rush off and try to recruit him would be a joke, wouldn’t it?
What if there was something wrong with Zhou Chen? Wouldn’t that be like inviting a wolf into the house?
Zhao Hu accepted the order and hurriedly left.

Watching his retreating figure, Zhang Long shook his head inwardly.

What a reckless fool!
Truly a tiger!
Zhang Long couldn’t help but think of Zhou Chen. Their last encounter was brief, but he had a good impression of him. He was cautious and knew how to conduct himself.

For instance, Zhou Chen must have wanted to ask about the other ghosts not appearing after he killed the Evil Tiger, but he held back until they descended the mountain and returned to the village before asking.

He was clearly worried that Zhang Long might become displeased and kill him on the spot. But back in the village, Zhang Long would have some reservations.

Dismissing these thoughts, Zhang Long headed to the County Yamen with the remaining two constables for work.

Inside Snow Moon Workshop.

Zhou Chen, with his Thunderclap Wish-Fulfilling Hand and its rejuvenating touch, with just a little trick, made Hong Jie, the madam in her thirties, who was as vigorous as a dragon and as fierce as a tiger, ecstatic.

【Romance Points +1】

“Hong Jie, this is my first time here, so don’t try to fool me. Of course, I’m a bit short on funds right now, so you’ll have to give me a discount…”

Zhou Chen looked at Hong Jie and smiled, “This is the only skill I have left now, but it’s still pretty decent!”

“You don’t act like someone who’s here for the first time!”

Hong Jie gave Zhou Chen a flirtatious look. This young man looked honest, but he was definitely an experienced player.

Even though it was his first time here.

He had definitely been to other places.

Even she, a veteran of countless battles, was defenseless against Zhou Chen.

“Young Master, you’re really good at business. You want both quality and a low price. Where in the world is there such a good deal?”

Hong Jie teased.

【Romance Points +1】

“Hong Jie, you are mistaken. My skills are worth at least ten taels of silver, aren’t they? How is that a low price?”

Zhou Chen smiled meaningfully.

“Alright, alright. I’ll let Miao Tong accompany you. I’ll just charge you a nominal fee, two taels of silver!”

Hong Jie couldn’t take it anymore and quickly agreed, shouting, “Miao Tong, come out and greet a guest!”

Most of the girls at Snow Moon Workshop rested during the day because there weren’t as many customers. However, some customers preferred or could only come during the day. Therefore, Snow Moon Workshop was also open during the day, but it wasn’t as lively as at night.

Soon after.

A beautiful woman with a cold and elegant demeanor slowly walked out, dressed in a light yellow long dress. Her skin was as fair and smooth as jade, as delicate as a flower petal.

Her long, black hair cascaded down her back like a waterfall, and her figure was graceful and captivating, making hearts flutter.

“Not bad!”

Zhou Chen withdrew his hand, satisfied, “Hong Jie is indeed a woman of her word!”

With that, Zhou Chen took out two taels of silver and stuffed them into Hong Jie’s ample bosom.

“You little rascal!”

Hong Jie gave Zhou Chen a playful glare and scurried away, her legs pressed together.

She needed to go back to her room and change her clothes.

Zhou Chen’s skills were too much for her.

“Miao Tong greets Young Master. May I know how to address you?”

The woman in the yellow dress arrived before Zhou Chen, giving a graceful bow. Her waist was as slender as a willow, her eyebrows as distant as mountains. Her cold demeanor was tinged with a touch of vulnerability, making her all the more endearing.

“My surname is Liu, and my name is Liu Yong!”

Zhou Chen grasped the woman’s soft, fair hand and helped her up, then unceremoniously wrapped his arm around her slender waist, smiling slightly.

He had spent two taels of silver, and he intended to earn it back today.

Earn Romance Points, that is.

He had already earned five from Hong Jie just now.

The speed was quite fast, perhaps because Hong Jie was new and he hadn’t touched her before.

His heart was filled with anticipation.

“So it’s Master Liu!”

Miao Tong smiled faintly, raising her fair hand slightly:

“Master Liu, this way, please!”

Zhou Chen led her to a room, which was decorated with exquisite taste and elegance, filled with a faint fragrance.

Miao Tong helped Zhou Chen sit down and poured him a cup of wine with her delicate hands.

Zhou Chen picked up the cup and took a small sip, but he didn’t swallow. Being out and about, he had to be cautious.

【Aphrodisiac Powder: Can temporarily stimulate male vitality and enhance the experience……】

“Damn!”

Zhou Chen was speechless. He didn’t expect that there would be drugs in the wine.

But thinking about it, it made sense. Many people weren’t very capable, and adding something to the wine could enhance the customer’s experience, making them more likely to return in the future.

“This wine is drugged?”

Zhou Chen spat out the wine and said coldly.

“Young Master is wise. There is indeed some secret medicine for women added to the wine, but it’s harmless to the body. It’s only to enhance your experience. Please forgive me!”

Miao Tong was terrified and quickly apologized.

She had encountered this situation before; it wasn’t a big deal. Many regular customers knew about it.

With that, Miao Tong picked up Zhou Chen’s wine cup and drank the remaining wine in one gulp.

“I see, it’s not poison, but I don’t need it!”

Zhou Chen’s expression softened, but he was delighted inwardly.

Because he had discovered a new ability of the Wind and Moon Mirror.

【Aphrodisiac Powder Formula: Morinda officinalis, Cistanche deserticola, Cuscuta chinensis, Dipsacus asperoides, Cibotium barometz, Gekko gecko, Cynomorium songaricum, Dodder Seed, Tiger Bone, Qingyang Grass……】

The Wind and Moon Mirror could not only detect poisons but also analyze their formulas. It could even improve them using Romance Points.

However, having only tested it on the Aphrodisiac Powder, Zhou Chen couldn’t be sure if the Wind and Moon Mirror could identify other types of poisons.

After all, the name “Wind and Moon Mirror” itself wasn’t serious. Perhaps it could only identify poisons related to romance and pleasure.

“Perhaps I can make money selling medicine…”

Seeing that he could improve the formula by adding points, Zhou Chen’s mind began to race.

“Young Master, this wine isn’t drugged. I’ll punish myself by drinking three times as much to apologize!”

Miao Tong brought over a new pot of wine and said softly.

“Forget the penalty drink. I’ll punish you myself!”

Zhou Chen had to return home before dark; he didn’t have time to waste with her.

Zhou Chen scooped Miao Tong up and tossed her onto the couch.

Moreover, Zhou Chen noticed that there were many “tools” in the room. He had to admit that the people of this world were quite playful.

He wondered if the tools would enhance the acquisition of Romance Points?

“I’ll try them one by one later!”

However, Zhou Chen hadn’t forgotten the main purpose of his visit ━ to gather information.

Brothels and courtesan houses were often places where information flowed freely.

These women interacted with many different kinds of customers and knew much more than ordinary people.

After a thorough “interrogation,” Miao Tong’s eyes were watery, her body limp, and her breath weak.

Zhou Chen began to inquire:
“Miao Tong, I’m planning to do business in Qing He City. I’d like to know what I should be careful about here. For example, are there any people I shouldn’t offend?”