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In this male-dominated world, being a beauty was truly not easy, Xu Yujiao couldn't help but silently complain.
Despite this, the situation before her made her furious. With her brows furrowed, she glared at the man in front of her and exclaimed, "What do you mean by coming here to compete with me for the Oiran?"
Every fifteenth of the month, the Xiao Xiang Pavilion was bustling with activity, as elegant young masters flocked in, nearly breaking down the threshold—because this day was when the new Oiran would be chosen.
The Oiran selected from the Xiao Xiang Pavilion often found a good match and could redeem themselves.
However, there were always exceptions, such as Xu Yujiao.
Since her debut a year ago, Dancer Xu Yujiao had firmly held the top position at the Xiao Xiang Pavilion, refusing to step down or leave with any of the wealthy young masters who threw money around.
"Miss, do you really not want to get married?" her maid Xiao Yu asked softly while helping Xu Yujiao with her makeup after her dance.
Xu Yujiao curled her red lips and replied with two words: "Not marrying."
She genuinely enjoyed being the center of attention; once married, she would become a mere wife, forced to endure her husband taking concubines and sharing him with other women... She wouldn't be that foolish!
Satisfied with her reflection in the mirror and amidst the envious or jealous gazes of her sisters, she confidently stepped out.
Outside, the crowd was already in an uproar. She slightly pursed her lips and smiled as she walked to the stage with Xiao Yu's assistance, but her exquisitely made-up face suddenly froze.
— The name at the top of the Oiran list was not hers!
She had been outdone by an unknown nobody for the position of Oiran!
Xu Yujiao's face flushed with anger as she leaned closer to Xiao Yu, urgently asking, "What about Qi Chuhan...?"
Before she could finish her sentence, a sudden melody filled the hall, fresh and melodious, captivating everyone present.
Xu Yujiao pushed through the crowd and walked straight to the center.
There, she saw the Purple-Clad Man, his long hair cascading down his shoulders, fingers dancing gracefully over the strings of the guqin, completely absorbed in his music. He was stunningly beautiful.
Xu Yujiao was momentarily mesmerized as she listened to Xiao Yu's introduction: "This person is Qi Chuhan."
Qi Chuhan!!!
A man had actually taken her place as the Oiran?
Xu Yujiao's face turned green with rage. What was a perfectly good man doing in a brothel if not for pleasure? How dare he act as an Oiran!
Without caring about her image, she rushed over, grabbed Qi Chuhan by the collar, and dragged him toward her room while scolding him incessantly, "You, a man, stealing the Oiran's position is outrageous!"
Outside the door, Mama Yue anxiously knocked, "Yujiao, be gentle! Don't hurt him..." This was all money; if she lost out on earnings, she'd make sure to skin both of them alive!
Qi Chuhan had been picked up by Mama Yue; she originally intended for him to do some odd jobs. Who would have thought... In any case, Qi Chuhan had become Mama Yue's new favorite. Despite his mysterious background and questionable identity, she insisted on keeping him.
Xu Yujiao felt helpless as she quietly retreated to her room, sighing to herself.
In this era where male courtesans were in vogue, being a beautiful woman truly made life difficult!
The beauty of yesterday seemed to turn into a handful of yellow earth in an instant...
Xu Yujiao angrily drew circles in the air, cursing Qi Chuhan.
Sitting idly by was not her style!
She was determined to make Qi Chuhan understand that the brothel was not an easy place to navigate, and the position of Oiran was not something just anyone could hold!
Thus, Xu Yujiao employed various tactics—poisoning, creating accidents—but none of these tricks worked on Qi Chuhan.
Occasionally, Qi Chuhan would glance back at her, his expression quite complex...
Mama Yue cheerfully counted the money and took a moment to glance at her with a knowing look. "Yujiao, I've been in touch with the county office. We must root out anyone who poses a threat to Xiao Qi..."
Xu Yujiao could only force a smile while secretly calculating, "I need to run! I’ve saved enough money; I can still be an Oiran elsewhere!"
That night, Xu Yujiao packed her belongings and quietly approached the back door of Xiao Xiang Pavilion. Just as she was about to slip out, a man's voice suddenly rang out behind her: "What’s this? Can’t beat me so you want to escape?"
Even if he turned to ash, she would recognize that voice!
"As a man playing the role of Oiran, what do you have to be proud of? You’re even prettier than most women..." Xu Yujiao scoffed disdainfully as she spoke, "I despise him!"
Qi Chuhan reached out and lifted her up as if she were a small chicken. "Don’t think I don’t know what you’ve been up to. Do you really believe I would let you go so easily?"
His gaze carried a chilling intimidation that made one’s heart tremble.
Xu Yujiao realized for the first time that she was quite afraid of death.
She swallowed hard, cautiously looking at him. "What do you want?"
This man had taken her position and was now threatening her. In order to avoid being silenced, Xu Yujiao raised her voice and began to shout.
Qi Chuhan was too late to stop her, and he watched as a crowd of people was drawn over.
Xu Yujiao was about to report him. " Mama Yue, he—"
But Qi Chuhan interrupted her. " Xiao Jiaojiao is upset that I didn't spend more time with her."
Xu Yujiao's eyes widened in shock. What on earth was he saying? Looking at the expressions of those around her, it seemed as if she had indeed done something scandalous!
"You all—"
Qi Chuhan didn’t give her a chance to speak. He suddenly pressed his hand against the back of Xu Yujiao's head and kissed her deeply.
Xu Yujiao was momentarily stunned. As she looked at his face so close to hers, her heart raced uncontrollably. This man was too enchanting, too dangerous!
But then she glanced at the expressions of the Yard Officials... They actually seemed to accept it!
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