Chapter 521: Pleasure Pavilion
Shangguan Huanling was feeling down.
What the heck?
These people must be blind; they can’t even see their own worth.
Should I look for someone lower down the ladder, then?
To think that Shangguan Huanling’s chosen ones were all top-tier folks, savvy enough to drive you up the wall. How could they possibly fall for her charms?
But looking lower down?
Even if Shangguan Huanling wasn’t the brightest, she couldn’t bear the thought of settling for less.
Women admire the strong, so naturally she’d be looking for someone better.
Unlike men, who mostly don’t care about the gaps between them and women.
They only care if the woman is pretty or young.
If she’s pretty, it’s a go.
If she’s older but still gorgeous, also a go.
After getting to know her and discovering she has a terrible temper? Well, that doesn’t stop most; they just move on after a breakup.
As for a woman’s skills or family background? It’s irrelevant when faced with beauty.
Shangguan Huanling tried to find some weaklings.
Weaklings were one thing, but those who looked a bit shabby… hard to accept!
And the handsome guys? They had women chasing after them like crazy.
Shangguan Huanling was aimlessly strolling down the street when suddenly a voice caught her attention.
“Dear friends, today the courtesan makes her debut! The Liuli Fairy will invite one fellow Daoist to her chamber tonight at the third watch in the Pleasure Pavilion. Don’t forget to join us!”
“Hahaha, no worries! But will there only be one lucky guest? Can’t we all join in the fun?”
“I’ve been longing for the Liuli Fairy for ages; I’m ready to drop by tonight!”
“The Liuli Fairy has an unrivaled figure; I bet her first guest will be charged a whopping fee. I’m not that greedy, but when will she welcome multitudes of fellow Daoists?”
Laughter and strange banter echoed around.
Shangguan Huanling looked up.
“Pleasure Pavilion?”
She pondered.
Why not give the Pleasure Pavilion a shot?
I’ve heard that though the ladies in the Pleasure Pavilion serve, they have the freedom to choose whom they like or go for someone wealthy.
No pressure to comply here.
Right now, Shangguan Huanling’s quest for a Dao Companion didn’t have much chance anyway.
With her looks, she would definitely be among the top courtesans if she entered the Pleasure Pavilion.
Besides, since big brother Lu Ye was ignoring her, if she stepped into the Pleasure Pavilion, she was certain he wouldn’t just keep ignoring her. Entering there meant pushing Lu Ye’s face into the ground and rubbing it!
Brother Lu Ye would definitely accept her into the Ten Thousand Souls Banner!
Shangguan Huanling’s eyes were filled with determination.
Let’s do this!
So, she strode towards the Pleasure Sect.
Just stepping inside, she was greeted by continuous soft laughter around her. The interior was divided into four areas.
One area was opulently extravagant, glimmering with gold and riches, where the women wore glamorous attire, resembling dignified nobles.
Another area was fresh and elegant, with ladies in flowing white gowns, playing music and reciting poetry.
The third area had the aura of celestial beings, with women exuding extraordinary grace and fierce determination, looking like immortal beings gaining experience in the mortal realm.
The last area was shrouded in black mist, where seductive laughter floated from within, hinting at women dressed daringly and enticingly.
The four areas were distinct yet formed an oddly harmonious picture.
Just this floor alone showcased such grandeur.
With powerful auras, some folks swaggered up the stairs; if this was service on the first floor, what awaited them on the second?
“Miss, what brings you to the Pleasure Pavilion?”
Soon, a woman in Taoist robes with elegantly styled hair approached Shangguan Huanling, her demeanor warm and inviting.
Zhuque and Sun Ruowei were dumbfounded.
Her!
She, she, she!
Has Shangguan Huanling gone mad?
Zhuque’s eyes widened, shocked that she dared enter the Pleasure Pavilion.
Does she want to become part of it?
Crazy!
She’s truly lost it!
“Get her out of here!”
Zhuque’s voice was frantic as she rushed to pull Shangguan Huanling away.
Sun Ruowei was similarly flustered.
But she managed to stay calm.
“Wait, the Pleasure Pavilion should know that Shangguan Huanling belongs to Lu Ye; they won’t dare to accept her.”
Zhuque’s expression turned savage.
Shangguan Huanling’s actions were really pushing her buttons.
Does she want to join the Ten Thousand Souls Banner?
Fine!
I’ll just whip up a Ten Thousand Souls Banner and pull Shangguan Huanling in!
Lu Ye and the others were also watching this unfold through a screen.
Honestly, Lu Ye was momentarily stunned.
Huh?
The scene inside the Pleasure Pavilion was like this?
Frankly, in his previous life, Lu Ye had never set foot in the Pleasure Pavilion.
He thought he didn’t need to.
But now viewing it, it felt absurd; no wonder the Pleasure Pavilion managed to thrive on the Eighth Heaven—it’s impressively brilliant!
Just from this floor, even the cheapest cultivators had so many choices and such considerate services, covering basically every type.
Pure, glamorous, resilient, wild.
Wow!
Shangguan Huanling had brought him a new perspective.
Shen Xitang watched this unfold, unable to resist rubbing her chin. She glanced over at Darkness Origin and found that even Darkness Origin wore a contemplative expression.
Little Heavenly Dao, on the other hand, looked completely lost.
What in the world is happening?
Shangguan Huanling looked at the woman before her, utterly astonished.
Because this woman was truly the epitome of grace, looking as stunning as Bai Qiulan from the earlier heavens.
No way, is the Pleasure Pavilion really this top-notch?
Actually, that makes sense.
Bai Qiulan and Shangguan Huanling were both from the First Heaven.
Though they were absolutely beautiful, in the cultivation world, stunning women were a dime a dozen.
Plus, this lady in front of her was a seventh-level Void Realm expert, her presence sharpened through countless trials, completely flawless.
“I want to join your Pleasure Pavilion; are you taking in new members?” Shangguan Huanling asked.
Hearing this, Qin Guanyue sized Shangguan Huanling up from head to toe.
That look made Shangguan Huanling uncomfortable, as if she were merely a piece of merchandise being assessed by a seller.
“Of course we take in new members.”
To Qin Guanyue, Shangguan Huanling’s baseline was undoubtedly promising, but she didn’t look particularly bright.
She might cause some trouble for the Pleasure Pavilion.
Good business is all about harmonious relations.
But that was a minor issue; they could train her slowly.
“Can I be the courtesan of your Pleasure Pavilion?” Shangguan Huanling hurriedly asked.
Qin Guanyue…
“Not a chance!”
These two words were said with absolute finality.
“Why not?”
“Because neither your demeanor, nor your looks, nor your figure is up to the mark!”
Qin Guanyue’s critique was sharp as a blade.
Shangguan Huanling was indignant.
“I know you think I’m not good enough, but do you truly want me to join your Pleasure Pavilion?” Qin Guanyue asked.
“Absolutely!”
“Alright, come, let me show you tonight’s courtesan!”
Shangguan Huanling, still feeling defiant, followed Qin Guanyue upstairs.
Soon, they reached a door.
“Liuli Fairy, may I come in?”
Inside the room, a clear and enchanting voice echoed, akin to a spring flowing from a snowy mountain.
Just that voice made one gasp in awe—what an ethereal beauty!
“Please, come in, Aunt.”
Qin Guanyue opened the door and led Shangguan Huanling inside.
Amidst the flowing silk drapes, Shangguan Huanling beheld a woman in a purple fairy dress, her otherworldly beauty and ethereal grace making the whole room pale in comparison.
Lu Ye was equally astonished seeing the lady on the screen.
He recognized this woman!
He had initially thought ‘Liuli’ was just a common name, but this lady was a Quasi-Emperor from his previous life.
A figure with the potential to become a Great Emperor, he couldn’t help but be mesmerized just by a glance.
But back then, he had sadly died a few too many times, already racked up eight unfortunate fates, so he didn’t dare to mess around with any other women.
Who would have guessed this person would be the courtesan of the Pleasure Pavilion?
Thank heavens he didn’t dare to pursue her…
Shangguan Huanling stared at the Liuli Fairy, completely awestruck.
This…
Isn’t she…
Is she the courtesan of the Pleasure Sect?
And tonight, she’s inviting someone to her chamber?
“Thank you, Fairy. I’ve already intimidated the girl, so I’ll take my leave now.”
Dumbfounded, Shangguan Huanling was escorted out.
“Did you see? That’s the kind of person who qualifies to be the courtesan of my Pleasure Pavilion! You think we can stand tall on the Nine Heavens without a reason? Just give my Pleasure Pavilion time, and even on the Nine Heavens, we’ll have our place!” Qin Guanyue proudly declared.
“I said, whether it’s looks, figure, or even your skills, even if you’re a longevity realm, the Liuli Fairy is a Xumi realm cultivator. You don’t even match her in cultivation!”
Shangguan Huanling was stunned to think that the courtesan was at such a level.
But despite not fitting in elsewhere, she could deal with that.
However, saying she didn’t match in terms of elegance? Now that was something she couldn’t agree with.
“In my last life, I was a Great Emperor; my elegance can’t possibly be worse than hers!”
Qin Guanyue???
“What did you just say?”
“I said, I possess the elegance of a Great Emperor. I may not measure up in other areas, but in terms of elegance, I absolutely won’t lose!”
Qin Guanyue…
Great Emperor…
Her first thought was, what kind of fame would a reincarnated Great Emperor bring to their Pleasure Pavilion?
Her second thought was, a Great Emperor reincarnated?
Finally, Qin Guanyue recognized Shangguan Huanling’s face from her memories.
Lu Ye.
Nine Lives Celestial Lord.
The Great Emperor reincarnated with eight Empresses.
She remembered how she had felt quite pleased while watching the images reflecting on the Nine Heavens.
The Nine Lives Celestial Lord’s eyes, truly lacking; though these few women had some looks, compared to the courtesan of their Pleasure Pavilion, they were worlds apart.
If only the Nine Lives Celestial Lord had been to their Pleasure Pavilion in his last life, he wouldn’t have been so deeply touched by those eight women.
Quite frankly, the Nine Lives Celestial Lord had never experienced true elegance.
And now, one of the protagonists of that grand story was right in front of her.
