So it turns out I'm the demon!

Chapter 49 This mermaid is a bit...

Having located the fish demon's hiding place, Jiang Mu led the Zhang brothers straight to Yanchun Tower.

Although it was broad daylight, the doors inside the building were already open.

This is quite common; some brothels receive regular customers during the day, or the girls rehearse traditional arts and crafts, or clean and rest.

To avoid alerting the enemy, Jiang Mu first had the Zhang brothers lie in wait outside, while he himself prepared to go in and investigate the mermaid's abilities.

"Jiang Chen?"

Just as I reached the door, a clear and familiar voice came from the side.

Jiang Mu turned her head and saw that it was Little Doctor Chu Lingzhu.

The girl was still wearing a long, turquoise dress, which accentuated her graceful figure, and her eyes held a hint of surprise.

Behind her followed a handsome man in white.

Jiang Mu thought he looked familiar.

It seems that when he redeemed Yuan Aqing last time, this was the guy who was pestering Chu Lingzhu; he must be a simp.

Of course, Jiang Mu didn't have any aversion to simps.

At least they had the guts to lick it, which is much better than those watchdogs who only dare to gaze.

"What are you doing here?" Chu Lingzhu frowned slightly.

"work."

Jiang Mu raised her chin slightly as she looked inside the building.

Chu Lingzhu was taken aback at first, then her pretty face flushed red, and obvious disappointment appeared in her eyes:

"I thought you had really changed your personality..."

Clearly, she thought that this young master Jiang had fallen back into his old habits.

His previous act of redeeming Yuan Aqing had somewhat restored her goodwill towards him, and coupled with his apparent behaving much better these days, Chu Lingzhu genuinely believed that he had turned over a new leaf.

Han Yushu, who was following behind her, said sarcastically:

"Brother Jiang, you're really in high spirits! You can't wait to do it in broad daylight."

Jiang Mu was too lazy to pay him any attention.

This kind of overgrown baby sycophant is brainless and easily swayed by emotions.

Although Jiang Mu doesn't mind developing a storyline where he gets slapped in the face, it would indeed lower his status. He would rather use that energy to slay demons.

He only asked Chu Lingzhu, "Then what are you doing here?"

"I'm here for a medical checkup."

Chu Lingzhu patted the small medicine box at her waist.

Jiang Mu suddenly realized.

I almost forgot, this girl is a well-known gynecologist in this area.

Jiang Mu said "Oh" and walked towards the gate.

Chu Lingzhu bit her thin red lips and quickly followed after her:

"Hey Young Master Jiang, can't you tone it down a bit? You're supposed to be a respectable person now, going to brothels in broad daylight..."

"I'm really here on official business."

"I don't believe it!"

Chu Lingzhu muttered to herself, her cheeks puffing out slightly.

Seeing his beloved goddess so attentive to a playboy, offering advice and coquettish reproaches, while remaining indifferent to him, Han Yushu's already immature mentality collapsed.

"Miss Chu, don't waste your breath. A leopard can't change its spots..."

Jiang Mu paused in her steps.

He turned to stare at Han Yushu: "I'm disappointed. The zombies have finally eaten your brains."

Han Yushu felt a pang of panic at his gaze, vaguely regretting her earlier slip of the tongue, yet unwilling to lose face.

"Did I...did I say something wrong?"

Jiang Mu said calmly, "You can criticize me behind my back, I can't stop you. But you insist on doing it face-to-face in front of me..."

Are you out of your mind?!

boom!

Jiang Mu raised her foot and kicked Han Yushu in the lower abdomen.

Caught off guard, Han Yushu was sent flying backward and crashed heavily to the ground. He arched his back like a shrimp, vomiting up a mixture of acid and pain, unable to breathe for a long time.

Chu Lingzhu was so surprised that she covered her mouth.

By the time she came to her senses, Jiang Mu had already turned and walked into the building.

Han Yushu curled up on the ground, catching his breath after a long while, his face contorted: "You surnamed Jiang! I'm going to report you to the Demon Slayer Division!"

……

"Hey, are you crazy?!"

Chu Lingzhu jogged to catch up with Jiang Mu and said urgently, "His mother is the prefect's own sister."

"Is it as powerful as the Demon Slayer Division?"

Jiang Mu looked around and found the hall empty, with hardly any guests.

"No...no, that's not true." Chu Lingzhu paused.

The Demon Slayer Division is directly under the central government and oversees all demons in the land. It has the power to execute demons first and report later, and its status is exceptional.

Indeed, there's no need to worry about the local government's attitude.

That's why I said he's brainless.

Jiang Mu glanced at her and said, "If you feel sorry for him, you can go out now and give him a couple of acupuncture treatments."

"Tch, who cares about him?"

Chu Lingzhu rolled her eyes playfully. "If his cousin weren't my best friend, I would have already killed him with a laxative."

Just then, a middle-aged madam swayed her hips and came forward to greet them:

"Oh my gosh~ Isn't this Young Master Jiang!"

When the madam saw Jiang Mu, her eyes practically sparkled with excitement.

"Young Master Jiang, you are a rare guest indeed. How many days has it been since you last visited? The girls in our building have been missing you so much that their hearts are breaking, especially Yuan'er and Qianqian. They talk about how kind you are every day."

Jiang Mu sighed inwardly.

The romantic entanglements left behind by Jiang Chen are truly as ubiquitous as a spider web.

Jiang Mu's expression was indifferent as he spoke directly:

"Bring out all the girls here. Whether they're entertaining customers, resting, or even using the outhouse, leave no one out."

"what?"

The madam was dumbfounded.

This gentleman hasn't been seen for months, and now he wants a "full feast"?

How much anger have they been holding back?

Chu Lingzhu, who was standing to the side, felt her ears burning and cursed inwardly, "Shameless."

The madam chuckled twice and tentatively asked:

"Young Master Jiang, you know the girls in our brothel, they're all like wolves and tigers... If you call them all, given your health... how about I call the top courtesans to serve you first?"

"I've said everything."

Jiang Mu pulled a silver note from his pocket, flicked it between his fingers, and said, "Young Master Jiang is paying today—understand?"

Upon seeing the silver notes, the madam's eyes lit up immediately.

She then remembered that this man was known for his extravagant spending.

"Understood! Understood! Young Master Jiang, please wait a moment. I'll go and wake the girls right away. I'll make sure not a single one is missing!"

She glanced at Chu Lingzhu beside her and said with a forced smile:

"Dr. Chu, the girls are about to receive clients. Why don't you schedule your consultation another day? I'll make sure you get your fee."

After saying that, she swayed her ample hips and went to the backyard.

Chu Lingzhu was a little stunned.

What does that mean?

Even when you're sick, you still have to entertain customers?

Jiang Mu walked to a chair and sat down with an air of authority, glancing at the sulking Chu Lingzhu:

"Close the door, then you go out."

"Why should I?"

"The following scene is not suitable for children. Do you dare to watch?"

Chu Lingzhu's cheeks flushed red, but she stubbornly raised her chin: "I insist on seeing!"

"Okay, don't regret it."

Jiang Mu said no more, got up and walked to the door, gestured to the Zhang brothers who were waiting outside, and then closed the door.

As the light dimmed, the atmosphere in the hall inexplicably became oppressive.

Chu Lingzhu already regretted it.

But we won't lose face.

She could only stand awkwardly in the corner, clutching the medicine box tightly in her arms.

Not long after, a chorus of melodious birdsong and soft footsteps drifted from the stairwell.

"Where is Young Master Jiang?"

"Oh dear, I'm so sleepy! If Young Master Jiang's reward isn't enough, I won't accept it."

"I heard that Young Master Jiang has become a high-ranking official and is even more powerful now."

Then the madam led a large group of girls, some plump and some slender, down the street.

The entire hall was instantly filled with the scent of cosmetics.

Because they were woken up at the last minute, many girls hadn't finished their makeup and their clothes were disheveled.

Several bolder girls had already pressed themselves against Jiang Mu...

Chu Lingzhu blushed and cursed him inwardly for being shameless.

Jiang Mu pushed the women off him, making them stand in three rows, and his gaze swept over each girl as if scanning her.

"Come one by one, state your names."

Although the girls didn't understand why, seeing the madam give them a meaningful look, they took turns speaking:

"This humble servant, Xiao Cui, is skilled at playing the xiao (a type of vertical bamboo flute)."

"This humble servant, Ruyan, is skilled at... well, Young Master Jiang, you know what I mean~"

Each one of them exuded a seductive charm and had a soft, sweet voice.

When it was the turn of a girl standing in the back row, she lowered her head, seemingly a little shy, but her figure was slender and graceful, with a subtle and alluring charm.

This contrast makes it stand out as refreshing and unconventional among the many unrestrained styles.

Jiang Mu's gaze fell on her, and he paused slightly.

"What's your name?"

The girl slowly raised her head.

She bit her lower lip lightly and glanced at Jiang Mu shyly.

Then, it opened its mouth.

My name is Wang Gang.

The voice was rough and deep, clearly that of a burly man.

Chu Lingzhu: "???"

Jiang Mu looked completely bewildered.

The madam hurriedly said, "This is our newest top courtesan. Although she's unique... the guests love her."

Jiang Mu revealed a satisfied smile:

"Wang Gang stays; everyone else, leave."