LRAB Chapter 1946 11945 Misty Flower Boat
Chapter 1946 11945 Misty Flower Boat
Chapter 1946 1.1945 Misty Flower Boat
"Where has Yang Shishi settled?" Princess's strategist Li Huixin pressed for details.
"Mist Concealment Pill." Du Shiniang, the manager of the Hundred Treasures Pavilion at the North Fortress Brothel, naturally knew it all too well.
"Mist Hidden Pill?" Princess's strategist Li Huixin pressed, "It sounds like a Japanese brothel."
“That’s right, it’s a pleasure boat called ‘Kigakure Maru’.” Du Shiniang, the manager of Baibaoge, knew this very well: “The prostitutes on the pleasure boat were originally a group of prostitutes from the ronin camp. Later, they occupied the flagship of the Japanese ninja general Kirigakure Raizo, the Kigakure Maru, and turned it into a pleasure boat.”
As mentioned earlier, since there were no rice mills in Guangzhou at the end of the Qing Dynasty, grain from various regions was mostly transported to Guangzhou by boat and concentrated at Gubu, where merchants gathered and brothels flourished. At that time, Gubu and Dazhai were all extremely luxurious boats. Obviously, this Japanese pleasure boat has a similar origin.
Through Princess Li Huixin's strategist's "informant," Wu Chen, upon hearing the name of Kirigakure Raizo, immediately recognized him as a character from the novel *Swordsman II: The Rise of the East*. In reality, this ninja general, Kirigakure Raizo, had already been defeated and killed. From the fourth generation onwards, the Kirigakure ninja had been entirely replaced by the Yagyu clan.
Having learned of the origins of the Mist-Hidden Maru from Wu Chen, Princess's strategist Li Huixin asked, "Who is in charge of the pleasure boat?"
"The leader of the prostitutes in the ronin camp originally had no name or surname, but later took the name 'Flower Maiden'." Du Shiniang, the manager of Baibaoge, spoke frankly: "The top courtesans on the boat are Xue Qianxun (Wang Zuxian) and Yang Shishi. Moreover, the Wuyinwan Flower Boat did not participate in this year's Flower Pavilion Competition."
"Oh?" Princess's strategist Li Huixin said thoughtfully, "There seems to be more to this than meets the eye."
Xue Qianxun and Yang Shishi were both concubines of Dongfang Bubai. Xue Qianxun was also skilled in acupuncture and seemed to have practiced the *Sunflower Manual*. Her ability to single-handedly defeat Dai Zushi, a concubine of Dongfang Bubai disguised as a ninja from the Yagyu Shinkage sect, demonstrates her considerable martial arts skills. Given this, why would she spend a large sum of money to purchase the *Three Flowers Gathering at the Top* divine skill?
Why did Yang Shishi, the courtesan of Wuyinwan, have any connection with Yue Lingshan?
"Unfortunately, the Wuyin Maru Flower Boat is not in the building." Princess's strategist Li Huixin sighed, "It's beyond our reach, and we are powerless to help."
"It's alright." Du Shiniang, the manager of Baibaoge, was prepared: "Baibaoge has connections to rivers and seas, and can reach anywhere."
"I see." Princess's strategist Li Huixin was overjoyed: "I hope the shopkeeper will lend a hand."
"We are in the same boat, so we should help each other." Du Shiniang, the manager of Baibaoge, added, "The Wuyinwan Flower Boat is a modified mechanical warship. When you abandon the shore and board the ship, do not be careless."
"Thank you for informing me, shopkeeper." Princess's strategist, Li Huixin, understood immediately.
It should be understood that the Treasure Pavilion transformed from the Treasure Chest is a magical artifact. Since it is a magical artifact, it must possess supernatural powers. It can shrink the earth to an inch, travel a thousand miles in a single step; it can overturn rivers and seas, and create a vast expanse within a mustard seed. All of this is within its grasp.
As expected, Du Shiniang, the manager of Baibaoge, chanted the incantation again, and a drawer rose from beneath her feet, which was the "Ruyi (teleportation) Gate" of the Mirror Flower Water Moon Technique.
"Enter this gate, and you will reach the Misty Flower Boat." Du Shiniang, the manager of Baibaoge, added a word of advice: "Remember, the gate is open for the time it takes for an incense stick to burn; once that time is up, it will not wait for you."
"Thank you for your trouble, Manager." Without further ado, the members of the Demon Hunting Sect immediately passed through the Ruyi Gate and headed towards the Misty Flower Boat.
My eyes blurred, and the scenery suddenly changed.
"(Pingding Prefecture) Forty li northwest, the rocks are as red as blood, and there is a long beach with a rapid current. That is the famous Orangutan Beach." The cliff beside the beach is the location of the Sun Moon Sect's headquarters - Blackwood Cliff.
"The Misty Flower Boat can submerge underwater, connecting rivers and seas, and travel freely without hindrance." Princess's strategist, Li Huixin, secretly told everyone via telepathy: "Taking advantage of waterways (water escape technique), the Misty Flower Boat can freely travel within the Painted Wall Realm, anchoring at the shore, without a fixed abode."
At this moment, the Misty Flower Boat is moored beside the Gorilla Beach at the foot of Blackwood Cliff.
Floating brothels, commonly known as "flower boats" because their boats were often painted barges, were home to women who made their living as prostitutes. This practice gradually grew into a large-scale, floating "red-light district." There were two types of flower boats: extremely exquisite large flower boats, with luxurious interiors and complete facilities, catering only to high-ranking officials and nobles. They would rest on shore during the day and set sail at night to welcome guests, their boats adorned with lanterns, cruising the river at night. The women on board, charming and beautifully dressed, sang and danced, displaying their utmost allure. Officials, compradors, and foreigners would spend lavishly, indulging in endless revelry, drinking and making merry all night long.
Presumably, the Misty Flower Boat was the same. A group of people were seen approaching the flower boat along the mudflats from afar, and a lookout on the mast raised a lantern to signal them.
Upon boarding the gangway, a female flower girl in charge greeted us with a smile.
"This humble concubine respectfully welcomes your esteemed presence."
Sure enough, there are Sister Pomegranates everywhere. The woman in front of me is also a sister of Dan Niang, the madam of Hui Xian Ya Xu.
As the saying goes, "A red flower naturally needs green leaves." Standing beside the dashing and imposing Eastern Initiator, she still exudes elegance and grace; Sister Pomegranate's looks and acting skills are both top-notch.
"I apologize for coming uninvited, Flower Lady." When it comes to receiving guests, it's naturally Elder Gu Xianniang who handles things: "I need to see Shishi on important matters; please inform her on my behalf."
"You're too kind, Master." Hua Niang, the manager of the Misty Flower Boat, said in a business-like manner: "As is customary, when you see the most beautiful courtesan on the boat, you need a Mingzhu (a spirit pearl) to guide you."
A spirit pearl is a type of spiritual stone. It is called a spirit pearl because it is round and smooth like a pearl. The finest spirit pearl is called a "Li pearl," named after the dragon Liezi, which is said to have come from under the chin of a dragon. The Zhuangzi, in the chapter "Yu Kou," says, "The pearl worth a thousand pieces of gold must be in the deepest abyss, under the chin of a dragon Liezi." This refers to this pearl.
“Spiritual pearls are hard to find, but what about inner cores?” Elder Gu Xianniang of Huitian took out a Five Elements Inner Core in her hand.
"Why not? Of course, of course, of course!" The head of the Misty Flower Boat, Flower Maiden, smiled with captivating charm. The inner core was valued far more than a spirit pearl. This was because spirit pearls could not be swallowed raw, while inner cores could be consumed.
Having obtained the Five Elements Inner Elixir, he happily led the way.
The journey was filled with ornate carvings and intricate traps. The group followed closely behind Hua Niang, the head of the Misty Flower Boat, never daring to overstep her bounds, lest she accidentally trigger one of the traps.
In a short while, they arrived at the upper level of the tower, in the boudoir of the courtesan.
Yang Shishi, the beloved concubine of the Eastern Cult Leader, rose to greet the North Fortress dancer who had purchased the "Three Flowers Gathering at the Top" divine skill.
"This humble servant, Yang Shishi, greets the Pavilion Master."
"No need for such formalities, Shishi." Elder Gu Xianniang of Huitian treated her with courtesy: "As the saying goes, 'No one visits the Three Treasures Hall without a reason.' I have come here today because I have an important matter to discuss with you in person."
The host and guests were seated. The courtesan Yang Shishi personally served fragrant tea: "What troubles you, Master?"
"By order of Manager Du of Baibaoge, I am searching for the whereabouts of Yue Lingshan, the junior sister of Huashan Sect." Elder Gu Xianniang of Huitian got straight to the point: "I heard that Shishi had met her once, so I came to inquire."
"I see." Courtesan Yang Shishi said calmly, her expression unchanged. "Many years ago, I did meet her once. But time has passed, and I no longer know her whereabouts."
"Oh?" Elder Gu Xianniang of Huitian asked cautiously, "Could it be that Shishi bought the 'Three Flowers Gathering at the Top' divine skill for some other purpose?"
"Since Manager Du has told me the details, I have no need to hide anything." Courtesan Yang Shishi, fearing she might bring trouble upon herself, said, "This book was requested by a sworn sister in the world and has nothing to do with the Huashan Sect."
"Could it be... that the Huashan Sect is also among the brothels of Beibao?" Elder Gu Xianniang, the Reincarnation Elder, sensed the hidden meaning. A prestigious and righteous sect was condescending to open its doors to guests time and time again. Was this really a good thing?
"The Pavilion Master doesn't even know 'Iron Fairy'?" The courtesan Yang Shishi looked surprised.