Mercenary Harem in Murim Novel

This wasn't something he had expected. He had no interest in this girl's body, not because of her size or age, but because he wasn't in the mood right now. Of course, he couldn't just say that and let her misunderstand him.

After a moment of hesitation, he spoke.

"Yue Yue, listen."

His voice was gentle, and his expression was serious.n/ô/vel/b//jn dot c//om

"I will be honest with you. I was only saying that to drive that drunk man away." He sighed and shook his head. "You're very cute and attractive, but I have no intention of sleeping with you. I already have three women in my life, and I am satisfied with them. Sorry for making you misunderstand."

Yue Yue's face turned pale, and her eyes widened.

"S-So, you're not..."

"Interested in you, yes. Wanting to sleep with you, no." Leo shrugged and rubbed his forehead. "Anyway, I have a lot of questions to ask. How about we order some tea and-"

"No! I-If you don't sleep with me, then how can I repay you? I-I never did that before, but I want to repay your kindness! P-Please, just let me sleep with you, okay? If I can't get a customer today, then- Hmph!"

Just as she babbled on, Yue Yue closed her mouth with her hand. Her face turned pale as she looked around worriedly.

'Huh?'

Leo frowned, not understanding the situation. This was indeed strange. She looked scared and was anxious about something.

But why?

He didn't understand.

"Umm... Mister Leo, if you can help me, then I will give you a special discount. Can you, please, um, let me sleep with you? J-Just for one night. Please?"

Her voice was quiet and timid, but her eyes were determined. She had her hands on her chest, and her expression was firm.

As he looked at her, he tried to remember what he knew about courtesans.

First of all, why did women sell their bodies or skills in a red light establishment?

In this world, there was no law or regulation against it except for some cases, such as non-consensual acts. Sex was normal, and people did it all the time. It was no surprise that brothels and prostitutes were a common sight.

Law aside, it was a natural thing, and everyone had a chance to enjoy sex.

However, not all courtesans or prostitutes did this kind of job because they wanted to. Some were forced into this lifestyle, and others had no choice but to sell their bodies.

Leo had seen this kind of situation many times.

There were rumors and stories about kidnapped children being sold to brothels and forced into sex slavery. Their parents pushed their debt on the children, or the slavers would come and take them, forcing the child to work and entertain the customers.

In this kind of environment, not everyone has the ability to fight back.

And unfortunately, law couldn't regulate or protect them.

"Mister Leo, I'm sorry for pushing this matter. But please, help me. I need to earn money."

Yue Yue's eyes were desperate, and her hands were trembling.

Now that the situation was clear, Leo could easily guess what was going on.

She was probably one of those who were forced to work in a brothel. Either she had a debt or she was kidnapped, or was sold by her parents, but the result was the same.

And now, she was trying her best to survive one more day.

"Say, Yue Yue." Leo leaned forward and smiled. "You're a strong woman, and I can see that. And you have a good reason for being here. So, why don't you tell me the truth? What happened? What makes you so scared?"

"I can't." She whispered, her eyes filled with fear. "I-I can't talk about it. If someone finds out, then..."

"Then what? You will be punished? Don't worry, I will pay to hear your story in this place. Here, 1 Gold."

Leo didn't have a problem with spending some gold to buy information or help Yue Yue. If she saw him as a good person and benefactor, he would be able to ask for her help. Even better if she became dependent on him.

Seeing the Gold coin he put on the table, Yue Yue froze and stared at it. Her eyes were wide, and her lips were slightly parted.

"W-What do you mean? Is this for real?"

"Yes, it is." Leo chuckled and put the coin in her hand. "So, tell me why you're so scared and why I should sleep with you. Just be honest and don't leave anything out."

After hesitating for a while, Yue Yue told him everything.

Her name was really Yue Yue. She was born in a poor family and lived in the slums of a small village.

When she was 12 years old, a man in a black robe came and bought her from her parents. He paid them 3 Golds, a fortune for a poor family. One that was enough to live a comfortable life for a year.

However, the man took her and her younger brother, Li, to a brothel in a large city.

"I didn't want to sleep with strangers, so they made me clean the floor and do chores. I-I am also shy, so I often hide when there are too many people, only dancing or playing music. No one wanted me because I am so short. B-But it's not my fault. I can't eat much... I have no money."

Yue Yue's story was a sad one, and she was treated like a slave. Her brother was used as a bait to attract customers, and the owner would beat him if he refused.

"He always protected me. B-But, he was gone a year ago. I... I..."

Tears began to fall from her eyes, and she sniffled.

Leo felt pity for her. This was a cruel fate for a young girl. And she was forced into this life, without a way to escape. No one but her brother was there for her, and now he was gone.

"It's alright. Take your time. Did you hear anything about your brother's disappearance?"

"No. The boss only said that he ran away with a customer. But I knew he wouldn't do that. My brother is kind, and he won't leave me here. He was... taken, I know it. And the boss wouldn't let me go to find him."

'So, they sold him somewhere. But, where? Could it be to a noble or a powerful gang?'

Even worse, to a dark side of Murim where evil martial artists or the worst scum lived.

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