My book friend Long Aotian

Chapter 119 Please give me a reward, Master!
By late at night, the Qionghua Terrace, which had been cleared today, actually opened its doors.

With the sound of horse whips, the carriage slowly drove out.

It was already late in the evening and the onlookers had already left. Only the tabloid reporter was standing here yawning. When he saw this scene, he became excited... This was Xiao Huakui's car!

what happened! ?

Li Bailong opened the window a crack, and the cold wind blew in. The city lights outside the window were bright.

There is no curfew in Huazhou.

The business atmosphere is strong, the cultural industry is developed, the culture is relatively open, and the rich nightlife can bring more profits to interest groups. This is the root cause of lifting the curfew.

Adequate city budgets solved the public security problem after the curfew was lifted.

The large amount of whale oil imported from the Haisha Gang made it possible to illuminate the city at night. The night view of Huazhou streets was bright and brilliant, which was a unique scene in Jiangbei, making it impossible for criminals to hide at night. The government office even introduced the security system of Xuanyuan Sect, which cooperated with the biological security of Lingyu Sect. Once there was an alarm, it would immediately scan and lock.

The low crime rate, rich entertainment, and prosperity of the thoroughfare together make up the prosperous night scene of Huazhou. Even now, there are still pedestrians wandering the streets, and many restaurants and shops have their lights on. As for theaters and theatres, there are sounds of stringed instruments and thunderous applause from the audience.

Li Bailong watched for a while and heard shouting coming from the side of the car.

"I am the editor of Yunjiang Notes. My last name is Cai. May I ask if the person in the car is Mr. Mo Feng?"

Then came the shouts and shoves from the servants accompanying the carriage. The editor was separated by the servants, but he still shouted persistently: "Mr. Xiao is willing to offer himself to you and serve you. Since you have accepted the invitation, why did you leave halfway? Are you indifferent to the world and disdain to be stained by low status, or are you willing but unable to do so?"

--what?

It was the first time that Li Bailong was chased by a tabloid reporter for an interview, and he was actually asked this question!

He was stunned and asked, "Are all Huazhou reporters so brave? Doesn't he know that I know martial arts?"

Xiao Nanyue sat beside him.

The courtesan has re-dressed herself, changing out of her bright red gown and removing her heavy makeup. She has put on a simple and elegant light blue dress, with a pearl hairpin worn sideways. Her jewelry is plain and dignified, in stark contrast to her previous seductive demeanor. Now she looks as gentle as a beautiful girl from a small family.

She glanced at Li Bailong, then glanced outside the car door, looking embarrassed.

"Old Dragon, soundproof."

The invisible force blocked the sound range. Li Bailong said, "Your voice can't be heard now. Please tell me more details."

As expected... this guy knows a lot of strange and secret techniques.

Xiao Nanyan calmed down and answered carefully, "Huazhou newspapers appeared more than 20 years ago and have been developed to this day. At first, it was just a thoroughfare in Huazhou. Merchants had a demand for information such as government affairs, news from the underworld, merchant ship traffic, and price levels. So some people tried every means to inquire and collect information, and compiled it into the form of a court bulletin for sale, which is the prototype of today's newspapers."

"As sales and audiences grew, Qi State began to promote woodblock printing, and newspapers began to develop rapidly, with richer content. First, a brothel owner had a sudden idea and advertised her many tricks in the newspaper, and customers flocked to her, and then it was out of control..."

She introduced the development history of Huazhou News newspaper.

"… So much so that now, newspaper owners have discovered that they have actually grasped a sharp weapon to guide public opinion. One article can cause a lot of discussion, and even officials and wealthy businessmen will be ashamed. Moreover, the officials also realized that this thing was extraordinary, so they took the initiative to extend an olive branch, providing them with shelter and help, hoping that they can always say good things and praise their reputation…"

"So these editors became more and more arrogant. After all, the pen is the power, and there are people protecting them behind them..."

When Li Bailong heard this, he suddenly understood.

It turns out that he learned it from ０００.

He still felt a little surprised: "But I am the top scorer in this province!"

"So what... After all, he is not an official." Xiao Nanyan sighed, "There was once a foreign warrior who didn't know the customs of Huazhou. He had a conflict with an editor over a prostitute matter and fought with him. The editor immediately reported the incident to the authorities. The government actually came out immediately and sided with him in court. Not only that, the editor also published a story in the newspaper, exaggerating and slandering him at will."

"Although Huazhou's newspapers are competitors, they are allies in attack and defense. When they heard about this, they immediately expressed their support. In addition, there were people in teahouses, taverns, brothels, etc. who distorted the facts and spread rumors, and they made it seem like both sides were wrong and that the martial arts master was blinded by lust and used force..."

"In the end, the foreign warrior became notorious and could not survive, so he had to leave in disgrace..."

"unbelievable."

Li Bailong stared with astonishment: "Aren't you afraid that they will splatter blood all over your body and kill you all?"

The courtesan said helplessly, "I have practiced martial arts for decades, through wind, frost, rain, snow, and countless blood and sweat, to stand out and gain my current fame and status. Do I want to perish together with a lowly person like a newspaper editor?"

"Besides, the boss behind the newspaper stood up for the editor and came out to talk to them." She said faintly, "With assassin organizations like the paid killing shop, the businessmen also have the confidence to talk to the little warrior. In front of money, the small town warrior who has only known hard work and practice since childhood has no ability to resist."

Li Bailong turned his head and looked outside the car.

The reporter Cai's words outside the car became more and more sarcastic, as if he was trying to provoke him to come out for a face-to-face confrontation.

"I advise you to calm down, my dear." Xiao Nanyan said softly, "For this kind of newspaper, sales are the most important, and sales depend on whether the news attracts attention. Therefore, in recent years, newspaper editors have been particularly fond of colluding with famous people. My dear is a celebrity these days. In addition to his status as Mo Feng, he is also the provincial champion. Such a noble status is exactly what they like. They wish that my dear would get off the car and quarrel with them now."

"It would be even better if it could provoke you to attack him."

As the courtesan spoke, she stretched out her hand to hold Li Bailong's arm and said, "My dear, you are a martial arts candidate and will go to Beijing for the imperial examination next year. A famous hero like you values ​​your status the most. If he provokes you to make a mistake, they can attack you in the newspapers and ruin your reputation. Then they can force Baihua Valley to pay a large sum of money to settle the matter. They have done some of this before..."

Li Bailong's expression changed, and he looked at Xiao Nanyan: "Is this true?"

The Beining spy said helplessly: "My life and death are in the hands of you, and you have the ability to read my mind and take my soul. How dare I lie to you?"

Outside the window, Editor Cai shouted, "Mr. Mo Feng, why don't you say anything? If you are unable to arouse your masculinity and are unable to enjoy the company of the courtesan, how about I do it for you? I have been unable to sleep alone these days!"

The courtesan gently tugged at his sleeve and whispered, "You don't have to bother with such a filthy scoundrel. My dear, you are a man of great character. I have personally experienced this..."

Li Bailong looked at her and smiled: "You don't have to add fuel to the fire here."

"I have absolutely no such intention." Xiao Nanyan turned her head to the side aggrievedly, and said sadly, "Now that I have surrendered myself to you, I am just a plaything. You can punish me if you want, and there is no need to fabricate any charges."

Li Bailong stretched out his hand and pulled her into his arms. The hand hooked on her shoulder suddenly reached down and penetrated into her collar, with five fingers full. With the other hand, he pulled her chin up. The beauty was within reach. He opened his mouth and bit the courtesan's crystal clear and tender cheek, smacked it twice, then moved close to her neck and took a deep breath.

The Oiran could no longer control herself and let out an uncontrollable low cry.

"You said it." Li Bailong bit her neck twice. "Next time you are teased by others, you must remember what you said today... When you are with me, you'd better be responsible for every word you say."

After saying this, he let Xiao Nanyue go without any reluctance.

The courtesan felt her face, neck and chest were all burning, and she was very angry. She felt that this man's mood was unpredictable. She had been in the brothel for a long time and had never heard of such a difficult customer!

——Damn it! This guy is not even a customer! Customers should pay! But I am being taken advantage of for free!

Just then, she heard Li Bailong say, "Give me one hundred taels of silver."

"???????"

Rebellion! Rebellion! The world is in chaos!

He was just dragged here, molested, and now I have to give him money?
Xiao Nanyue almost cried out loud, she knew that the situation was pressing, not to mention the money, even her people might be eaten up and thrown away at any time, but there were some things that she knew clearly in her heart, but she still couldn't accept it!

But despite her resistance, she still honestly pulled out the secret compartment in the carriage and took out a stack of small banknotes. Li Bailong grabbed a handful and then another handful before getting up.

The courtesan hurriedly adjusted her clothes.

However, she was slightly startled the next moment, because Li Bailong did not leave immediately. He waited patiently for her to tidy up her clothes and face before he lifted the curtain and opened the car door: "Brother, please stop the car."

The night wind was chilly and Editor Cai was still struggling with the servants when he suddenly saw a carriage stop and a young man got off gracefully in white clothes, just like the bright moon in the sky, banished to the mortal world.

Editor Cai was slightly startled, then he realized that this was Mo Feng, the famous martial arts champion of Jiangbei.

——Good looks, great martial arts skills, honors, noble birth, and even an Oiran who's throwing herself at him!

He stared at the other person, and after a moment of amazement, jealousy welled up in his heart... He was born into a scholarly family and could not even pass the imperial examination. He used to only look up to such a heavenly figure, but ever since he entered "Huajiang Notes" with his pen, he slowly realized the power he held in his hands.

Now, he has the power to be "jealous" and "dislike" famous martial arts candidates.

He suppressed his jealousy, smiled and bowed, saying: "I..."

Li Bailong slapped out with his palm, the power of his palm whistled in the void, and the invisible force pressed him to the ground.

Cai Bianxiu felt as if a heavy mountain was pressing down on him, crushing him into the dust. He was furious at first, but then he was delighted and shouted, "Someone is beating someone! The warrior is beating someone! Jie Yuan is beating ..."

An invisible force clamped his jaws.

He heard Li Bailong ask, "Brothers, did you see me beating someone?"

The few servants said in unison: "I didn't see him fall. He must have fallen on his own."

"Master, please get back to your car. These guys love to scam people, be careful not to get involved."

Li Bailong nodded happily and said, "Brothers, I hit it off with Editor Cai right away. I heard him say that he couldn't sleep alone, so I wanted to invite him to have some fun. I wonder if there are any good and cheap old ladies in Huazhou City? I think Editor Cai is very talkative, and I'm afraid an old lady can't subdue him."

Reporter Cai was stunned at first, then his eyes widened.

The servants burst into laughter and pointed at one of them: "Niu Er knows this best!"

Wang Ba, whose name was Niu Er, replied happily: "Old chickens are the best for cooling down heat, and they are also kind to people. When I am beaten and scolded by customers, I will go to the old sisters for comfort. It's very nice!"

"Good! Very spirited!" Li Bailong praised. "How much is it?"

Niu Er hesitated and said, "Thirty cents is the average price. If it's not good, there are also fifteen cents. They are all sold by coolies..."

Li Bailong sighed: "The hardships of grassroots workers can be seen from this! You just keep shouting, I will invite my friend Cai to help him, and help the poor at the same time!"

He took out the small banknotes he had snatched from the courtesan and said, "There are a total of 100 taels here. Each of the five of you will get 10 taels as a reward for your hard work. The remaining 50 taels are for the older sisters. Everyone will have a share. I will charge them by the hour, 400 coins per hour! I want them to do their best to help our friend Cai understand the world of mortals!"

Editor Cai was already whimpering.

Li Bailong poked him a few times, blocking his Yuan Qi, making him powerless and he could only let himself be manipulated. He squatted down and patted the man on the cheek: "Please be happy, it's not against the law, right? If you are willing to save face, write this matter in the newspaper and let the elders of Huazhou judge for you."

Editor Cai was unable to utter a word, but a pleading look appeared in his eyes.

"You want to give in now? It's too late. Now I want to make enemies with you. If you don't want to recover, feel free to use any tricks you have. Although I am just an ordinary candidate and have no official position, I am not afraid of your powerful collusion with the government. If you have any ability, just come at me."

"But next time I catch you, the one playing with you won't be the caring, warm and cold old sisters." Li Bailong patted his face, "--What do you think of the big wolf dog?"

After saying this, he stood up and signaled the eight servants to start working.

Niu Er seemed to be somewhat rational, and whispered, "It's good for you to reward me, but the newspaper Yunjiang Xiaoji has a huge influence. If this guy reports it to the authorities, we will at most get a beating, and ten taels of silver will be a big profit, but I'm worried about you..."

Li Bailong waved his hand and said, "If you get into trouble, come to Moshangsang and find me. I will find a way out for you."

After hearing this, Niu Er stopped persuading them and asked everyone to carry Cai the editor who was unable to move on their backs. Wang Ba was extremely clever and bought a pot of wine from a roadside tavern not far away. He poured half of it on Cai's friend and shared the other half. Then everyone pretended to be escorting a drunk friend and went away laughing.

These brothel service staff are really fucking experienced.

Li Bailong watched them go away and shouted, "Remember to not leave friend Cai idle! He's useless down there, but he's still very good at talking! He's a tabloid editor, so he's also very deft with his hands!"

Back in the car, Xiao Nanyue witnessed all this and felt both amused and helpless.

In terms of intelligence, Li Bailong brazenly intervened in the national war between Feng Lin and Ling Yu and destroyed the decisive weapon of Bafengtai. He is a person of extremely high level, but looking at his words and actions tonight, the filter is really broken.

The carriage moved on.

She said softly, "Young Master, if you do this tonight, it will definitely cause public outrage in Huazhou."

Li Bailong smiled mysteriously, not taking it seriously, but smiled meaningfully: “You should worry about yourself… Do you think you have passed the test tonight?”

Xiao Nanyan was slightly stunned.

Less than two quarters of an hour later, the carriage stopped in front of Moshangsang. Xiao Nanyue was helped out of the carriage by Li Bailong. She watched the carriage go away, her heart pounding... Only then did she realize that this was considered a visit to her husband's house.

Then she heard Li Bailong say: "Wait a minute, I have something to discuss with you."

——Junior Sister Xu actually managed to survive until now.

When she saw Li Bailong coming back, she smiled at first, and then her smile froze.

She almost cried as she watched Li Bailong nod and smile at her, then calmly walk towards his master's villa, followed by a graceful and stunningly beautiful woman.

No, not with.

She was shocked as she stared at the two men's backs and murmured, "Master, this is much cooler than Hero Guo..."

The lights in the master's room were on, and Li Bailong went forward and knocked on the door.

Jiang Lishu opened the door expressionlessly, as if she had expected everything. However, the next moment, her expression couldn't help but become stunned.

As far as I can see, the disciple in front of me is upright, handsome as jade, and graceful as a fairy.

The courtesan beside him wore no make-up, was extremely beautiful, had a gentle expression, and was a natural beauty, yet she exuded an awe-inspiring and inviolable air, without the slightest sign of having fallen into the world of prostitution.

But this awe-inspiring and inviolable fairy actually had a collar on her beautiful jade neck, which was slender and hung down in front of her plump chest.

The tail end was in the hands of the handsome and righteous disciple...

"Report to the master, the mission has been completed in excess, and the courtesan Xiao Nanyan has been brought back to work like a slave!"

He stood at attention and saluted, full of energy, and shouted decisively: "Master, please reward me!"

Four thousand six, the word count is a bit more, so it’s a bit late
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(End of this chapter)