Opening a Massage Parlor

Sophia led Ye Chuan toward the west side of the town. The further they went, the more desolate it became, until they finally stopped in front of an old attic behind a bakery.

The wooden stairs creaked under their feet, and most of the paint on the walls had peeled off. The moment they pushed open the attic door, a faint floral scent mixed with a cramped dampness rushed to their faces.

"Have you guys been living here recently?" Ye Chuan asked.

"Yes, but we are already very satisfied with this, because at least we have a place to stay." Sophia seemed quite content.

"If only we could earn a little money to afford food, that would be perfect."

Several succubi were squeezed into the tiny attic. Seeing Ye Chuan enter, they hurriedly stood up and bowed to him nervously, their eyes filled with gratitude.

"Benefactor, you are here."

Ye Chuan swept a glance over them, sighing inwardly.

These half-succubus girls were all exceptionally beautiful, each with her own unique charm. Their figures were slender and exquisite. Even wearing washed-out linen dresses, they couldn't hide their natural allure.

However, their looks could sometimes be a problem. Especially in a small town like this, it was hard to guarantee they wouldn't be targeted by some noble.

"Sit down, let's have a chat." Ye Chuan pulled up a shabby wooden chair and sat down.

"Sophia has already told me about your difficulties. I came today to discuss with you all and see what kind of business we can do."

Hearing this, the girls' eyes lit up. They looked at each other, and finally, the oldest, Lina, spoke first.

She was the eldest sister among this group of succubi, and the one who had desperately protected her younger sisters when they were captured. Her voice was gentle but carried a hint of hoarseness:

"Sir Ye Chuan, we can endure any hardship and are willing to do any work, as long as we can have food to eat and a place to live."

"We thought about opening a pastry shop. The flower cakes and candied fruits baked by my sisters are delicious. But the pastry shops in town are all run by couples, and it's inevitable to interact with male customers. We are afraid of another accident..." Sophia added in a low voice.

The girls chimed in one after another, their voices growing lower and lower, and the light in their eyes gradually dimmed.

Despite their skills, they were isolated by the whole town just because of the word succubus, unable to even make a basic living.

"Hmm..."

Listening to them, Ye Chuan's frown deepened.

Their predicament was trickier than he had imagined. No matter what business they did, it was inevitable to deal with people. As long as they had contact with the opposite sex, they couldn't avoid the trouble brought by their natural charm abilities.

Moreover, the women in town were full of vigilance against them, making even a female-only business difficult to run.

They discussed for nearly an hour, thinking of over a dozen ways to make a living, but all were ultimately rejected one by one.

The atmosphere in the attic grew increasingly oppressive. A few of the younger succubi couldn't help but secretly wipe away tears.

Ye Chuan also found himself in a dilemma. He subconsciously raised his arms and stretched his stiff shoulders, his joints letting out a few soft cracks.

Just then, Lina, who had been sitting quietly in the corner, suddenly stood up, cautiously walked behind him, and said softly,

"Sir Ye Chuan, are your shoulders uncomfortable? If you don't mind... I can give you a massage."

Ye Chuan paused for a moment, looked back at her anxious face, and smiled, nodding. "Alright, thank you."

Lina breathed a sigh of relief, her slender fingers gently resting on his neck and shoulders.

Those were incredibly soft hands. The moment they touched his skin, Ye Chuan's tense back subconsciously relaxed.

Her fingertips landed precisely on the stiffest knots of his neck and shoulders. With just the right amount of pressure, she slowly kneaded along the muscle fibers, bringing a faint, tingling sensation that made his whole body feel lighter.

To make it easier to apply force, she leaned forward slightly, letting Ye Chuan rest against her. Her long hair cascaded down, the tips occasionally brushing against Ye Chuan's ears. Her warm breath gently fell on the side of his neck, making his heart tremble slightly.

Ye Chuan: "?!"

In just a few minutes, Ye Chuan said in disbelief, "This massage is incredibly comfortable... Your technique is amazing. Where did you learn this?"

Lina's cheeks flushed slightly. She withdrew her hands, lowered her eyes shyly, and whispered, "We succubi... naturally know how to do this."

Naturally know how?

Ye Chuan was suddenly stunned. It was as if a flash of light crossed his mind, and an idea instantly became clear.

He spoke up, "I've got it! We can open a professional physical therapy and massage parlor!"

The girls were all stunned, looking at each other in bewilderment.

"Sir Ye Chuan, what is... a massage parlor?" Sophia asked timidly.

"It's a place specifically meant to help people relax their bodies and relieve fatigue," Ye Chuan explained with a smile.

"You naturally know how to massage, and your techniques are so good. This is an advantage that others can't match. As for the problem of your natural charm, it actually won't be an issue anymore."

As soon as he said this, the attic instantly fell silent.

"Can we... really do that?" Lina's voice was trembling. In all her life, she had never imagined that her innate succubus bloodline, aside from making her a plaything for others, could actually be used to earn an honorable living.

"Of course you can." Ye Chuan looked at them, his tone incredibly serious.

"This is your skill, a legitimate way to make a living. However, this matter depends entirely on your own willingness. If you don't want to do it, I won't force you to do anything you don't want to."

"We are willing! We are willing!" Sophia was the first to jump up.

"We are willing to do anything!"

"We will definitely work hard and absolutely won't cause you any trouble!"

The girls stood up one after another and bowed deeply to Ye Chuan. They had been displaced for so long, treated as goods and monsters. No one had ever thought of giving them a dignified path to survive.

"Since none of you have any objections, let's find a suitable storefront first," Ye Chuan smiled and nodded, speaking to the girls.

"You guys tidy up first and stay here with peace of mind. I'll go to town right now to look for a suitable shop. Once we find a place, we'll open the business."

"B-but we don't have any money," Sophia said softly.

Everyone knew the price of renting a commercial shop; it was not a small amount.

"It doesn't matter, I can lend it to you first," Ye Chuan explained. "Just treat me as the boss. I'll open the shop, and when the time comes, I'll just take a portion of the profits."

Having experienced the succubus's massage, Ye Chuan didn't think a succubus parlor would lack business.

Moreover, the girls in front of him were clearly willing to do this.

"T-then, Boss! We're counting on you," Sophia's eyes lit up as she hugged Ye Chuan's arm and said.