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The night was enchanting, with stars twinkling against the vast, dark sky, making it appear so bright and beautiful.
A gentle evening breeze wafted through, carrying a hint of coolness.
The early spring night resembled a delicate face, with a crescent moon hanging high in the sky. The cool night air softly enveloped the earth, adding an indescribable ripple to the landscape.
"Drunken Indulgence" was a newly opened entertainment venue in the Capital City.
Though it had only been open for less than a month, it had already become the talk of the town and the most popular entertainment spot.
This "Drunken Indulgence" boasted five floors, offering everything one could desire—dining, drinking, and even sleeping.
The first floor was a grand hall dedicated to dining, featuring a stage in the center where daily talent shows showcased various performances, attracting many patrons to enjoy their meals while watching the shows.
The second floor housed several elegant private rooms, each exquisitely decorated and upscale.
Despite the high costs associated with these private rooms, they drew many visitors for business discussions or casual conversations.
After all, everyone has a sense of vanity; the higher the price, the more it reflects one's status, doesn’t it?
The third floor operated only at night.
This floor was known as a place for men's entertainment—a brothel of sorts.
However, unlike ordinary brothels outside, this establishment was quite different.
Here, the women had the choice to sell their bodies or their talents willingly.
If an entertainer was taken out by someone for special services and she did not wish to comply, no one could force her.
If that person were to use force, the bodyguards of Drunken Indulgence would not be pushovers; they would definitely make you regret it.
Thus, as young women who sell their bodies and talents, each one is eager to squeeze their way into working at Drunken Indulgence.
Since it’s all about buying, naturally, one must strive to climb higher, right!?
Moreover, the benefits within Drunken Indulgence are significantly better than those outside.
The women who work here only need to give thirty percent of their earnings to the establishment; the rest is theirs to keep.
As a result, many girls plan to stay here for life. After all, who would want to leave such a wonderful place!?
On the fourth floor of Drunken Indulgence, the entertainment is similar to that on the third floor; however, here, it is not women selling their services but men!
These are commonly referred to as Pretty Boys!
This floor caters to those with particular tastes seeking pleasure.
Additionally, there are private rooms on the fourth floor that offer great secrecy for those who wish to keep their activities hidden from others.
Of course, aside from the private rooms, there is also a large hall on the fourth floor.
Outside the hall, in addition to tables and chairs arranged around, there is a large stage.
On this stage, poetry and song performances take place daily, each one fresh and different.
Naturally, all the performers are men!
Aside from the first and fourth floors, which serve as entertainment venues catering to everyone's needs, the fifth floor of 'Drunken Indulgence' is a place where ordinary people cannot go.
It is said that the fifth floor is where the Boss of 'Drunken Indulgence' resides.
Throughout the Capital City, or even the entire Celestial Yuan Dynasty, everyone is curious about this mysterious Boss behind 'Drunken Indulgence.'
The branches of 'Drunken Indulgence' have opened one after another, spreading across the Celestial Yuan Dynasty and even reaching other countries. Each establishment is thriving, generating immense wealth, and this elusive Boss is recognized as the wealthiest person in the entire Celestial Yuan Dynasty!
However, this enviable tycoon remains a mystery.
In all the branches of 'Drunken Indulgence' across the nation, only the bosses managing each branch have seen this Big Boss and know his appearance; no one else has ever laid eyes on him.
Some say that with such capability to open so many branches nationwide and generate vast profits, this talented and shrewd individual must be an old man over sixty!
Others speculate that the reason for the Big Boss's secrecy and reluctance to appear before others is due to his incredibly ugly appearance.
His hideous face could frighten a three-year-old child, resembling a monster at night, which is why he avoids public appearances.
Many versions of such rumors circulate among the people; however, which version is true remains a mystery to all.
At this moment, on the rooftop of the fifth floor of 'Drunken Indulgence' in Capital City, a lanky and tall Purple-Clad Man stands quietly at the edge of the terrace, gazing down below.
Dressed in a crimson purple robe, he has a golden-edged belt cinched around his waist, adorned with a piece of high-quality amethyst that clearly holds immense value.
His boots, matching in color, are embroidered with patterns of flowing clouds in gold and silver threads.
From his attire, it is evident that this man is either wealthy or noble!
However, in contrast to his extravagant attire, the most striking feature was the man's appearance!
It was a face seemingly sculpted by divine hands.
His features were deep-set, with sharp contours; his sword-like brows arched elegantly, and his nose was straight and chiseled. Paired with his perfectly proportioned lips, he was the epitome of perfection!
Yet, what captivated people's hearts the most were his eyes!
Those perfectly shaped, deep black eyes were as dark as the finest jade, unfathomable in their depth. As they moved, they revealed a shrewdness that only a true businessman could possess.
Moreover, the sharpness in his gaze was so piercing that it made one hesitant to meet his eyes.
It felt as if, in just one moment of eye contact, he could see right through one's heart!
This extraordinarily handsome young man was none other than the elusive 'Drunken Indulgence' behind-the-scenes Big Boss!
Leng Yixuan!
Many in the business world were familiar with the name Leng Yixuan.
After all, he was the wealthiest individual in Heavenly Origin.
However, what most did not know was that this man had only turned eighteen this year!
With his stunning looks, prestigious lineage, and unparalleled wealth, he seemed like a favored child of heaven.
At this moment, this favored child stood like a regal tiger at the highest point, surveying his domain!
The moonlight was enchanting, and the Evening Breeze gently blew, causing his garments to flutter. His Long Hair, crowned by the Jade Crown, formed a perfect arc behind him.
He looked like a king in the night!
The man stood on the rooftop of Renli for a long time, gazing at the bustling streets below under the night sky. The sounds of laughter wafted through the air, adding an extraordinary charm to the night.
After a while, a Lanky man approached from behind him. He stopped respectfully behind Leng Yixuan and bowed his head, saying, "Master, Li Lao requests an audience."
Li Lao was the current manager of Drunken Indulgence and also one of Leng Yixuan's subordinates.
Upon hearing Li Lao's request, Leng Yixuan merely responded lightly and without lingering on the beautiful scenery, he strode down the stairs.
Today was the day to assess the results of Drunken Indulgence.
As he descended, he could see that the establishment was packed with people and business was thriving. Even without checking the accounts, Leng Yixuan knew that this Branch would surely perform as well as any other.
Though he thought this way, Leng Yixuan still wanted to see the results for himself.
With that in mind, he stepped confidently towards the fifth floor.
Looking around, he noticed that the decor was simple yet elegant, and the air was filled with the scent of Ambergris, his favorite fragrance.
To reach his study from the rooftop, one had to pass through a long corridor.
This corridor was rarely traversed by others; aside from Li Lao and the earlier visitor Ping An, no one else was allowed up without his permission.
He hated noise!
However, just as Leng Yixuan strode steadily down the corridor, a sudden cacophony erupted, piercing his ears and causing him to lightly furrow his handsome brows.
Before he could say anything, a petite girl suddenly dashed toward him from not far ahead in the corridor!
The candlelight was dim, casting a hazy glow over the entire passageway.
Yet, against the exquisite carved decorations lining the corridor, there was an air of elegance and luxury.
At that moment, a small girl appeared, resembling a startled fawn, frantically rushing toward him.
She ran swiftly, as if venomous snakes and fierce beasts were chasing her from behind. If she paused for even a moment, it seemed she would be torn apart by whatever pursued her!
Seeing this, Leng Yixuan's handsome face froze for a moment, curiosity piqued.
What could possibly make the girl so frantic?
However, before he could find an answer, as the girl hurried closer to him, her figure became increasingly clear in his line of sight.
When he finally discerned her features, Leng Yixuan felt a jolt run through him; his striking deep black eyes widened in surprise!
The girl was extraordinarily beautiful!
She wore a pink pleated skirt that accentuated her skin, which was as white as jade and seemed delicate enough to break with a touch.
Her long hair cascaded down like a waterfall; only a small section was tied back with a matching ribbon while the rest flowed freely behind her.
At this moment, the girl was running forward at an incredible speed, causing her long, dark hair to sway behind her in a graceful arc.
This only accentuated her delicate little face even more!
Her face was a small oval shape, clearly adorned with blush, yet her skin was flawless and white, resembling the finest Sheep Fat Jade.
On that petite face, her eyebrows were like ink strokes, and her Upturned Nose was just as small and exquisite as the rest of her features.
Her lips, slightly parted from her breathlessness, were a rosy pink, revealing a glimpse of her pearly teeth, making her appear even more charming with red lips and white teeth.
However, what shocked Leng Yixuan the most was the girl's wide Beautiful Eyes, which were opened in panic!
So clear and so dark, they resembled black grapes—deep and glossy.
At this moment, due to her nervousness, those beautiful, clear eyes were filled with a layer of hesitation and anxiety, looking so Pitiful that it stirred a sense of pity deep within him.
Moreover, for some reason, when he saw those Pitiful Eyes before him, memories of the past surged in Leng Yixuan's mind.
In the fields, there was a little girl sculpted from jade, gazing at him with innocent eyes and laughing as she called out to him.
"Brother..."
Lost in thought, when Leng Yixuan finally came to his senses, he heard a panicked scream nearby—it was the girl’s voice.
With her scream echoing in his ears, Leng Yixuan felt a weight in his arms; he suddenly found himself holding a warm and soft figure.
"Please, help me! I beg you..."
It should have been a very moving voice, but at this moment, it was filled with panic and pleading, so fragile, like delicate glass.
Upon hearing this, Leng Yixuan's heart tightened involuntarily.
Right behind Leng Yixuan, Ping An watched as the girl collapsed in front of his master. He instinctively moved to help her up.
However, Leng Yixuan simply raised a hand to stop Ping An's action.
Seeing this, Ping An's calm Deep Black Eyes widened slightly, a look of surprise crossing his face.
After all, he had been by his master's side since childhood and knew his personality well.
Although his master was already eighteen years old this year, unmatched in appearance and wealth, if he wanted women, he only needed to beckon with a finger, and countless girls would rush to him.
Yet, there had never been any woman by his master's side.
Occasionally, when his master walked down the street, due to his outstanding looks, there would often be incidents where girls would deliberately bump into him. In those moments, he would immediately pull the girl away.
So at this moment, he thought this girl was just like the others.
Though this girl was far more beautiful than the rest.
However, Leng Yixuan's intervention surprised Ping An.
He thought to himself: Could it be that his master, who had always shunned women and seemed like an immortal untouched by the mundane world, had finally been moved by love?
Thinking of this, Ping An was surprised, but still dutifully returned to his original position.
However, those deep black eyes, usually calm and unruffled, now held a hint of color as they scrutinized the girl in their master's arms.
Unbeknownst to her, Rong Xiner was being secretly observed.
At this moment, her heart was in turmoil.
Because she truly could not imagine that one day she would be sold by her own father!
Yes, sold!
Although she had known since childhood that her father did not love her at all.
Perhaps there was a moment when he did care for her, before he married the Concubine.
Originally, Rong Xiner had a happy and harmonious family.
Her father was in the lumber business, and it was said that before she turned three, he had been away for years due to business failures.
In the household, it was just her and her mother, living in very modest circumstances.
Yet despite this, her parents were very affectionate towards each other.
Later on, for reasons unknown, her father's debts were all paid off.
With his business thriving again, he bought a moderately sized house in Shangzhou and brought her and her mother to live with him.
At that time, she was the happiest!
Although her family was not wealthy, at least they had enough to eat and wear.
When she was around ten years old, her mother gave birth to a younger brother.
The whole family was overjoyed.
After all, her father had always wanted a son and had longed for one.
Now that her mother had finally given birth to a boy, how could he not be happy!?
However, their harmonious days did not last long. When her brother turned one, a stunning woman with a prominent belly appeared at their doorstep.
Later, she and her mother learned that this woman had been involved with her father during her mother's pregnancy.
Now, she even had a child.
When her mother discovered this, she was heartbroken, feeling as if the entire world had collapsed.
Meanwhile, the woman continued to kneel at their door every day, eight months pregnant, pitifully enduring the sun and rain.
Her mother was inherently soft-hearted and could not bear to see her like that.
Yet, the person who found it hardest to bear was her father.
When the woman with a swollen belly knelt at the front door, her father was kneeling before her mother, pleading desperately and saying how sorry he was for her.
While her mother was enduring the hardships of pregnancy, he had been with other women. He claimed it was a mistake made in a drunken stupor, and now that Frost had a child, all he wanted was to have the title of Concubine...
Her father spoke at length, and with the woman outside kneeling day and night, his pitiful pleas softened her mother's heart, allowing the woman to enter their home.
However, what her mother did not realize was that this moment of weakness would lead her down a path of destruction.
Frosty was now her father's Concubine.
Originally, she had been the prime choice—beautiful and enchanting, skilled in adornment, she could entice any man wherever she went.
Her mother had also been a woman of decent looks.
But during the years when her father’s business failed, she endured much hardship and had to worry about family matters, which gradually etched lines of worry around her eyes.
Men are drawn to novelty; after that woman entered their home, aside from the first month spent in her mother's room, he spent all his nights in the other woman's quarters.
This broke her mother's heart even further, yet she continued to cry silently.
When that woman first arrived, she appeared easy to get along with. But within a month, she completely changed.
So arrogant and domineering, she always acted understandingly in front of her father but would constantly show disdain towards the mother and daughter behind his back.
On one occasion, she deliberately poured a cup of scalding hot water onto the girl's hand and face while feigning an apologetic demeanor, though her eyes sparkled with triumph.
Seeing this, her mother finally couldn't hold back and confronted the woman. Unexpectedly, the woman suddenly collapsed to the ground.
Blood flowed from her belly just as her father returned home.
Because that woman had a miscarriage, her father indiscriminately divorced her mother.
She and her younger brother were thrown out of the house.
All the misfortunes stemmed from her father's callousness and that woman's cruelty.
In the end, her mother passed away in despair, giving birth to her, who was only twelve at the time, along with a two-year-old brother.
She had no intention of ever seeing her heartless father again, but fate had other plans.
A few days ago, her brother fell from a tree and suffered a severe head injury. He was taken to the clinic, where they were told that saving him would cost at least a thousand taels of silver.
A thousand taels was an astronomical sum for her!
With no other choice, she returned to her former home, pleading with the father who had cast them out. She thought that since her brother was his flesh and blood, even a tiger wouldn’t harm its cubs; surely he would have compassion and save his son’s life.
At first, he agreed but with one condition: she must come with him today.
She dared not defy his demand.
As long as it meant saving her brother, she was willing to do anything.
However, she never expected that her father would sell her!
Sold to an old man over sixty years old!
That person was the local landlord, a wealthy man with vast holdings. Her father needed financial help from this powerful figure.
So, he sold her to the landlord in exchange for a large sum of money!
Heavens!
At that moment, she felt as if her entire world had collapsed.
Looking at her father's cold face, he even pretended to be a caring father, telling her to serve the landlord well and take good care of him…
"Take good care of him!?" How could being sold by her own father ever be considered taking good care of her?
Then she glanced at the man, older than her father, with his vile habits and the stench emanating from years of gluttony that made her want to vomit.
Finally, when she saw the old man's hand, covered in age spots, reaching toward her thigh, she could no longer hold back and bolted for the door!
At that moment, she had no idea where to escape to!
Because in this vast world, there was simply no place for her to find refuge.
Perhaps at this moment, death would be a form of relief for her.
However, what would happen to her little brother if she died? He was only six years old!
Faced with a father who only cared about money, she couldn't imagine how he would treat her brother.
In that moment, Rong Xiner felt despair and helplessness.
But her feet seemed to have a mind of their own, desperately running forward.
Because if she stopped, her father would catch her and drag her back.
And the only fate awaiting her upon returning would be to become that old man's Concubine. She refused! She would rather die!
Rong Xiner kept running, running endlessly.
She didn’t know where to run or who could save her now.
So when she collapsed into a man's arms, a plea for help naturally slipped from her lips.
However, after saying those words, she was taken aback by her own desperation.
After all, he was just a stranger; who would meddle in someone else's affairs and invite trouble? Moreover, her father and that wealthy landlord were powerful figures…
Thinking of this, Rong Xiner felt despair wash over her.
Just then, not far behind her, a chaotic sound of footsteps and shouts reached her ears—her father and his men were closing in.
At the sound, Rong Xiner's heart sank; it felt as if she had fallen into an abyss of no return in an instant.
In a panic, she turned to see her father's fierce face and several of his men rushing toward her. The sight made her frail body tremble violently. Without thinking twice, she prepared to flee again.
However, at that moment, she suddenly felt a tight grip around her waist, and before she knew it, she was enveloped in a sturdy Chest.
This Chest was broad, solid, and warm.
Rong Xiner was enveloped in the moment, her entire being trembling once more.
Before she could gather her thoughts, a melodious voice reached her ears.
"Don't be afraid, I'm here."
The man's voice was low and hoarse, resonating with an undeniable magnetism under the dim candlelight, causing her heart to flutter involuntarily.
At his words, Rong Xiner was completely taken aback.
She felt her previously panicked heart gradually calm down, soothed by the warmth of the man's embrace and his raspy voice.
It was a peculiar sensation.
Having lived for sixteen years, she had never encountered anyone who could make her feel so secure with just their first words upon meeting.
In fact, she didn't even know what this man looked like.
He was tall, and standing beside him, she could only reach his chest.
When she slightly tilted her head up to look, all she could see was his chin.
Yet even with that limited view, from the strong line of his jaw, Rong Xiner guessed that he must be quite handsome!
As she pondered this in her mind, the sound of hurried footsteps approached from behind, accompanied by her father Rong Fu's cold and furious reprimand.
"Xin'er, stop messing around and come back with me!"
Facing the furious and twisted face of Rong Fu, Rong Xiner's body visibly trembled for a moment. Instinctively, she leaned towards the warm embrace in front of her.
Her actions resembled a little chick seeking refuge from an eagle, desperately trying to find safety in its mother hen's wings.
This gesture clearly pleased the man.
Seeing this, his heart softened, and he lowered his dark eyes slightly to look at her.
Meeting the girl's gaze, there was a hint of tenderness and warmth in his expression.
However, this emotion was so faint that it was almost imperceptible.
Rong Xiner, of course, did not notice it. At this moment, her attention was solely focused on the cold and ruthless man before her, who shared her blood.
That delicate little face tightened as she confronted Rong Fu, her dark eyebrows furrowing deeply, filled with sorrow and desolation.
Yet her tone was resolute!
"No, I will absolutely not go back with you! Father, I am your daughter. Why would you push your own daughter into a fire pit!? That man is over sixty years old, older than you! Why are you so cruel as to throw your own flesh and blood into the arms of such a person!?"
Rong Xiner questioned her father with sharp words, filled with sadness and despair.
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