As soon as I begin seeing her drop to the ground, I grasp her shoulders and say, Please stand up, you dont have to do that!
Almost imdiately, her back straightens like a rod. Before she can scream out her apologies, I hold my hands over her mouth.
Waitwaitwaitwaitwaitwait, please dont say anything!
She goes silent, but her eyes are wide and shaking. Slowly removing my hands from her mouth, I take a breath.
Okay First, could I get your na?
I can see her swallow, before speaking. Shi, Senior.
She still looks fear-filled and dismayed.
Damn, if this is how people react to perceived disrespect what will I have to do in that scenario? Im not sure Im ready for the levels of degradation that Ive seen people almost imdiately resort to.
Okay, could we go to a non-public area where we could briefly talk in private? She nods and then stiffly walks us behind the curtain.
Before I follow her in, I direct the spider to stand near the curtain, but far enough away that it isnt threatening. Shi raises a hand to wave away the other guard on the other side of the curtain, before opening it up for .
What is revealed to is sothing that in so ways is even more remarkable than the entertainnt street on the other side of this building.
People moving like a river past each other, on what appears to be an area far larger than what it should be. Older won bark orders or pull younger won aside, redirecting them to the back of various shops.
Other won have stations set up with varieties of clothes that won co by and pick up. An entire section of the street is dedicated to what I can only call a prep area. Scores of older won get the incoming young won cleaned up quickly and with what I assu to be this worlds form of makeup and perfu, setup to head to their next posting.
So, in the few monts I stand there, mouth agape, I can see that so people have co out of the building on the right, gotten undressed on the way to the opposite building, co out wet, dried off and touched up by the preppers, and then sent on their way back into the show buildings.
Along the edge of the buildings closest to the entertainnt street, are won with their ears to what seems to be listening devices. Occasionally, I will see them call out to other won, who will rush into the building, who quickly return with an angry or rarely, bruised woman in hand.
And they are in a constant flux and near nakedness.
Needless to say, Im a little shocked.
As I tear my eyes away from this scene to look at Shi, the guard, I rember that Im still in a bit of a conundrum. Her face still has traces of anxiousness, but the dumbfounded look on my face must have eased that a bit.
She leads to one building on the other side of the street from the show buildings.
Before going into the building, I cant help but look back at the street, to see how the street seems so disproportionately large behind the curtain.
A glance back at the entrance shows the street coming from the entrance is a normal size, though it appears to gradually widen as it and the buildings on the other side of the street (away from the entertainnt street), have been stripped away slightly.
Peering into the distance, I can see that it returns to a normal street size down the way. What is shocking, is that the setups I see on this street, seem to be repeated far in the distance. Over and over again.
However, the setup closest to the entrance seems to be the most elaborate and hectic, by far.
Finally, heading into the building with Shi, she closes the door behind us and asks to sit while she prepares tea for .
Sitting down, I only have to wait for a small mont, before she brings tea out to . Sohow, shes also wearing sothing different, an outfit resembling a silky blue dress, but more tight fitting and casual. For so reason, I still get the feeling she could kick butt in the dress, without it tearing. It looks great on her.
She stands there silent, looking at .
Ah, right. I did ask her not to talk earlier.
Sorry about that, you can speak freely. I just didnt want to draw too much attention, as we talk.
Thank you, Senior.
She stays silent after that.
Right. I said I wanted to talk to her in private. I guess the first thing I should check, is why this bracelet caused such a reaction in her.
So, could you tell more about this bracelet and what it ans? When Mada Wu Qing gave it to , she didnt really explain its importance
Her eyes widen and her mouth opening slightly, she seems to co to a realization.
She quickly bites her lips and says, This specific type of bracelet is an indication that you are an important ally or business partner of our group. We also give this to certain Revolving Heavenly Light Core Disciples. It allows you access to our highest quality services and gives you a discount for our dium tier services.
Her voice gets a little softer, before continuing, You also receive dedicated service and complentary basic services, including sleeping accommodations. Normally, I would have gotten together a group of our concierge service for you and provide for your needs and wants. However, I wanted to respect your wishes to not draw attention.
Anyone who disrespects mbers of this group is, at the very least, demoted and heavily reprimanded for not treating you according to your station.
O-oh Im glad I stopped her before things escalated and she was experienced enough to understand what I want. Ill need to make it clear that I hold her in no way accountable for not knowing that I had this bracelet.
Thanks, that was exactly what I hoping for. Sorry about surprising you with all of that.
Her eyes get fearful again, Senior please dont apologize to soone like , Im just a guard for this area. You shouldnt dean yourself for . It was I, that have eyes, but failed to recognize Mount Tai.
Ugh, how do I get past this wall? It looks like its difficult for apologies to be accepted for this situation
So, what should I say to diffuse the situation?
HmmLet try a different thod.
Ahem. You shouldnt be faulted for such a thing. For I was obscuring my status in the first place. In fact, you should be comnded for responding so quickly, once I revealed my true status. It shows the vast experience and flexibility that you have.
I can practically feel the laughter from far away, if soone was listening.
Sigh.
This version of events does seem to ease things for her, though. Her brows squint for the briefest mont, as I can see the tension in her shoulders relax.
I continue, With that in mind, I would like to be treated like a normal person. I actually co from a humble background and being treated as a higher up actually puts on edge, sowhat.
Is there any way we can go back to how you were treating at the entrance? Like not calling Senior? My na is actually Jas.
I cant help but rub the back of my neck as I say this.
Honestly I could also use the help, to get acquainted with this area as I move through it.
Ah, wait. Im sure she has her own responsibilities. I shouldnt be dragging her away from them.
Yes, Young Master Jas, I can definitely do that. If you would prefer, though, I could get soone more adequate to help you.
Her face looking towards the ground, shifting from one foot to the other, she seems to be unsure and nervous.
No way! I would much rather be with you.
Her eyes go wide in what I think is pleasant surprise, as I realize how that might have co off.
I-I an, in the sense that I just want you near . Ah, fuck. Not like that I an protecting I can feel myself rambling a bit, heat coming to my face. I go silent to stop myself from saying more
Shit. This definitely isnt coming out right. I must look like a fool.
However, this seems to actually make her relax more than anything else Ive said.
I can see the hint of a smile, as she finally looks in the eyes. Theres a softer light in hers, as she seemingly regains the slightest bit of playfulness from earlier.
With a chuckle, Well, if you are okay with soone like , I would be honored to provide services for you.
Thats a weird way to say it, but I guess that works.
Unless, if what she ans is
She begins sashaying toward with a sly smirk, validating my thoughts.
As she moves sultrily to , I find myself backing up slightly. The look in her eye has changed to sothing akin to a fire. She appears to be having a fun ti.
Wait.
What am I scared of? Granted, Ive never been in a physical romantic relationship, so I have no idea how to handle this.
She gets closer.
But I think I know whats stopping .
I dont want it to happen like this. I want it to be with soone I care about, that actually cares about .
Her breath is upon my ear. Man, she slls so nice.
I need to tell her what I actually want. Lets head out through the area, together.
Just that.
Could I get a massage?
Huh, that didnt co out right.
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