Uchiha Mai had not even had time to marvel at Sarutobi Hiruzen's vigor in his old age before Jiraiya dragged him into Kabukicho.
After passing through a long corridor, the two arrived at an indoor space resembling the nightclubs and bars of Mai's previous life.
The hall was lavishly decorated with dazzling lights and colors. More than a dozen men, some frustrated and some triumphant, sat at bar booths surrounded by hostesses flattering them.
Aside from that, the most eye-catching spot was the stage in the center of the hall, where more than a dozen geishas and musicians played and sang light tunes.
Uchiha Mai was slightly disappointed. This was nothing like what he had imagined. It was not exciting at all.
Smack!
Jiraiya slapped the back of Uchiha Mai's head, pointed at the counter, and said, "What are you standing around for? Pay up."
Huh?
"You're the one visiting Kabukicho, and you want me to pay?" Uchiha Mai asked in surprise. What kind of person was this?
A true freeloader!
"Otherwise? When you ask someone for help, aren't you supposed to offer something in return?" Jiraiya asked arrogantly.
That was true.
"How much?" Uchiha Mai silently pulled out his wallet.
"The deposit is ten thousand yen. Our girls charge anywhere from three hundred to one thousand yen per hour for company. The minimum charge is one thousand yen and includes a fruit platter. Drinks are charged separately.
When you settle the bill, we'll refund any excess or charge you for the difference."
The bar owner glanced at Uchiha Mai in slight surprise. It was his first time seeing such a handsome and young boy visiting Kabukicho.
The prices were fairly reasonable.
Uchiha Mai took out a banknote and slapped it onto the counter, then Jiraiya dragged him to a