The shopkeeper stared blankly at Lu Yin for a while, then suddenly seemed to understand. An obscure smile crept onto his face. "This humble one understands. You're looking for the place with the highest prices, sir?"
Lu Yin nodded, watching the shopkeeper expectantly. "It has to be the most expensive place."
"No problem. I'll show you the way. It'll definitely be the best." The shopkeeper was full of enthusiasm, as if a light had suddenly gone on in his head.
Even Lu Yin was surprised. Then he began congratulating himself on his own cleverness. He hadn't thought to hire a local guide back in Sea King's Heaven. Only locals knew where the most expensive places were. He'd only thought of going to an auction house—that was so basic. Sure, auction houses sold things at high prices, but plenty of good stuff could be found elsewhere too. What a pity.
"Sir, allow me to show you the way." The shopkeeper beamed warmly, though there was something rather sleazy about his smile.
After stepping outside, they hailed a strange Beast Carriage. With the shopkeeper leading, it didn't take long for them to reach another street.
Gazing at the women of all kinds laughing and playing on either side of the street, amid the dazzling lights of indulgence, Lu Yin blinked. "Where are we?"
The shopkeeper leaned close, ingratiating himself. "This is the most luxurious place in Gu King City, sir. Here, you can experience every pleasure under heaven. There's nothing you can't imagine—and nothing we can't provide. Whatever type you like, sir, we have it."
Lu Yin smacked the shopkeeper on the head. "This is the place you said had the highest prices?"
The shopkeeper looked terrified. "The biggest brothel in Gu King City is at the very end. The prices there