How to become a Taoist priest starting from a brothel

Three days later, after seeing off her students, Liu Yin, accompanied by Mei Wu, arrived at the prefect's residence at the invitation of the prefect.

"I have long admired the name of the recluse, and seeing him today, I can confirm that he is indeed extraordinary." The local prefect was an old man of about fifty years old. At this moment, he bowed to Liu Yin with a fawning smile on his face.

Ever since Liu Yin received his invitation, she had Mei Wu inquire about it carefully.

This prefect, surnamed Feng, was a collateral branch of the Feng family in the capital. Although he was not particularly capable, he was still able to become the prefect of the prosperous Weicheng by relying on his family's influence, and he held the position for nearly twenty years.

Even though she was dissatisfied with such an incompetent official, Liu Yin still politely said, "Greetings, Lord Feng. You flatter me. I have heard so much about your great reputation since I entered the city. It is a blessing for the people of Weicheng to have such a benevolent official as you."

The words were spoken in a way that was neither entirely positive nor negative, leaving Prefect Feng unsure whether they were genuinely praising him or intended to satirize him.

He carefully observed Liu Yin's expression, which seemed very sincere, and found nothing strange. However, he still felt that the hermit was not such a simple person. After all, how could someone who wrote such a book be so simple?

but……

Looking at the stunning face of the person in front of me, and the scar that ruined that beauty, I couldn't help but feel a sense of contempt.

After all, the hermit in front of her was just a woman, and a woman who had grown up in brothels.

You should know that their family has always believed that there is another group of people behind the hermit, and that the hermit is just a shield they put forward.

As for what purpose such a group of people might have, the Feng family already had a hundred or so guesses, each one of which was a plan that even Liu Yin couldn't help but raise an eyebrow upon hearing it.

However, none of them acknowledged that Liu Yin was the author of these books, since in their view, a woman would not have such an ability.

To outsiders, the thoughts that have gone through countless twists and turns are nothing more than a fleeting moment.

He looked at Liu Yin and said with this expression, "Thank you for your praise, Hermit."

Liu Yin smiled very dignifiedly. She didn't care whether the other party had heard her sarcasm or not. Since the other party was acting as if nothing had happened, she wouldn't easily provoke trouble.

"May I ask what brings you here, Your Excellency Prefect?"

Hearing her say that, Prefect Feng raised an eyebrow in surprise. This was the first time he had ever encountered someone who spoke so directly, without any tact.

However, he didn't say anything, only glanced at Liu Yin, and said with a smile, "I have a request to make."

Liu Yin looked at him with some surprise, raised an eyebrow and said, "What is it? If I can do it, I will naturally lend a hand."

Prefect Feng pondered for a moment before slowly saying, "I have read all of your works, whether it is 'The Hereditary House' or the recent 'Cultivating Hope'. I have also heard what you plan to write in your next work."

He raised his head, staring intently at Liu Yin, and said, "Our Feng family hopes that you will stop releasing your next work."

Liu Yin looked at him without any surprise, her smile becoming even more dignified and gentle. Even so, she still replied firmly, "You jest, sir. I don't even know what I'll write in my next book yet, how can I promise you?"

Prefect Feng stared intently at her, his thin face expressionless, yet appearing even more stern: "Master Liu, 'A New Compilation of the Analects' is an extremely good book."

Liu Yin looked fearlessly into his ruthless eyes: "Really? I've never heard of it. Is it a new book on the market? Then I'll buy a couple of copies to study."

"Lady Qingyin, you are but a woman, why do you have to risk your life for others? You might as well find a good husband and get married. If you can't find one, my Feng family has some fine young men who can take you as a concubine." The anger in Prefect Feng's eyes was already hard to contain.

Liu Yin didn't care that the other party used her history as a courtesan to mock her. This kind of humiliation targeting female chastity was useless to her. She never believed that female chastity was reflected in the so-called body.

Liu Yin picked up the teacup on the table, took a few sips, and said casually, "I am not fortunate enough to be a member of the Feng family."

Seeing that Liu Yin wouldn't listen to reason, Prefect Feng, who already had a bad temper, had murderous intent in his eyes.

He took a few deep breaths and looked at Liu Yin before trying to persuade her: "Lady Qingyin, it's just a matter of asking you to stop this book. It's a small favor. My Feng family can represent all the major families and promise you that, as long as you are satisfied and it doesn't harm the interests of my family, you can choose whatever you want. How about it?"

Seeing that his tone had softened, Liu Yin just smiled. She had already guessed from his previous words that those high and mighty people probably didn't take her seriously at all, and even now, several years later, they still believed that they had someone behind them.

Therefore, she was not afraid of the other party's threats at all. After all, in their eyes, it was just a small woman like her who could be easily intimidated. After all, she had always been the one to distribute books for so many years, so if anyone was going to block books, it should be her.

Seeing that she remained unmoved, Prefect Feng lowered his eyes to look at the tea in his hand, thinking about the letter from his clan, and had already made up his mind.

"Lady Liu, I am a bit older than you, so let me give you some advice. As a woman, your proper duty is to bear children. There are some things that are not something a young lady like you can handle."

Seeing that he seemed to be revealing his true intentions, Liu Yin thought for a moment before saying, "What the Prefect says is true, I will keep it in mind."

Seeing that she softened her tone, Prefect Feng felt that she was indeed just a short-sighted young woman. He felt a little smug because she had already relented after he mentioned some things about a woman's duty.

"If you, Lady Liu, don't think much of my Feng family, then you can choose any of the top families in the capital. Even your first wife is no problem, as long as you say the word, Lady Liu."

Upon hearing this, Liu Yin's face indeed showed a hint of emotion. Prefect Feng was pleased with his good idea. As for whether those first-class families, who were already above the Feng family, would listen to him, he was not worried at all. After all, even if they really took a fancy to a first-class family, he could just marry them and then deal with them in a way.

Liu Yin was well aware of the other party's scheme, but she also had to consider the students who had only recently left. If she really insisted on resisting, and the other party caught up with them and arrested or killed them one by one, she would be helpless.

Seeing that her attitude had softened, Prefect Feng finally breathed a sigh of relief and said with a smile, "In that case, I will wait for Lady Liu's good news."

Liu Yin deliberately hesitated before saying, "But..."

"But what?" Prefect Feng's heart skipped a beat, fearing that the other party might really change their mind.

Liu Yin said calmly, "However, this matter is rather difficult to handle, and it may take more than a day to resolve."

Prefect Feng thought for a moment before taking out a stack of silver notes from his person and placing them in front of her: "I know that the manuscript has been sent to various places. Time is of the essence, so I will have to ask Lady Liu to put in a lot of effort."

Liu Yin's eyebrows twitched, but she quickly regained her composure and smiled as she tucked the silver note into her sleeve.

Seeing that Liu Yin had accepted the silver note, Prefect Feng assumed that everything was settled and did not keep her any longer, so he sent her out of the mansion.