Though they were all women controlled with drugs, it could not be denied that they had a flavor unlike those in the somewhat more legitimate pleasure houses.
More importantly, this was all pure profit. The women inside were ignorant girls lured in through deception, mainly those from the slums or girls who had come from elsewhere.
Of course, to be safe, they were all girls with few relatives or friends... Otherwise, even though the establishment was hidden underground, it would still be discovered by the security forces.
Even underground, they had nearly been exposed several times. Each time, Ogre had notified them in advance and had them evacuate in time.
Even so, it was still an immensely profitable business.
Not only were these women more obedient than those from legitimate establishments, but they did not have to be paid a single coin. All they needed was food and the occasional dose of drugs; nothing else was necessary.
Once they became addicted, they would be willing to do anything to keep getting drugs.
Recently, Ogre had been discussing with several partners whether to open more branches. The reason he had partnered with others was that they supplied the drugs—Ogre could not get that much on his own...
As Ogre walked while lost in thought, he suddenly stopped upon reaching a nearly deserted alley. A figure had blocked his path.
"Seryu?"
Ogre looked at the Seryu before him, stunned for a moment... But the next instant, he put on a friendly smile as he looked at her.
It was not as though Ogre had never set his sights on his good friend's daughter at first, but after she joined the Immortal Blades, his attitude had completely changed.
He was a smart man. He had always thought through what needed to be