Yu Chen's heart was racing as he walked back to his group of friends.
His mind was filled with confusion and a sense of unease. He couldn't shake off the strange attraction he felt towards that man.
He had always been attracted to women and had never felt any inclination towards men. But there was something about Li Wei that drew him in.
As his friend asked him about his encounter with Li Wei, Yu Chen felt a sense of suspicion in his friend's tone. He knew he had to come up with a convincing explanation.
With a shaky smile, he replied,
"I-I mistook him for someone else."
His voice betrayed his unease, and he could feel his hands trembling with nervousness.
...
Li Wei leaned against the wall and crossed his arms, his eyes scanning the women who walked by with their clients.
He couldn't help but feel a pang of envy as he watched them disappear into the rooms, imagining the pleasurable experiences that awaited them.
As he stood there lost in thought, Li Wei suddenly heard a faint groan coming from behind the closed door.
His curiosity was piqued, and he walked closer and pressed his ear to the door, trying to hear what was happening inside.
The sounds of moaning and giggling grew louder, and Li Wei couldn't help but feel a bit aroused.
Suddenly, he heard Wu Xiang's voice, but it was muffled by the erotic sounds.
"Ah, yes, just like that. Don't stop," One of the courtesans moaned.
Li Wei couldn't believe what he was hearing. His mind conjured up all kinds of scenarios, and the more he imagined, the more his face flushed with embarrassment.
"Fucking bastard, enjoying himself," he thought to himself.
Li Wei was lost in thought until a crisp voice rang out like bells, startling him.
"Hey! You shouldn't do that!" the voice scolded.
As he turned around, Li Wei saw a young woman who appeared to be in her twenties.
Her black hair was styled in a traditional bun, framing her heart-shaped face.
Her almond-shaped eyes scanned him from head to toe, with a mix of annoyance and curiosity.
"What are you doing here? Are you trying to spy on people?" the woman asked, her tone accusing.
Li Wei felt embarrassed and guilty, "No, I didn't mean to spy on anyone. I was just...curious," he stammered.
The woman raised an eyebrow skeptically, "Curious? About what exactly?"
Li Wei shifted uncomfortably, not wanting to admit that he was eavesdropping on Wu Xiang's intimate moment.
"I was just...admiring your outfit," he said quickly, hoping to change the subject.
The woman looked down at herself and smiled.
Li Wei couldn't help but notice the revealing nature of her clothing, which accentuated her curves in all the right places.
Her silk ribbon cinched her slim waist, and her top was cut low, revealing her ample bosom.
The slit on her skirt exposed her long, slender legs, while her feet were adorned with embroidered shoes.
Feeling his cheeks flush, Li Wei quickly averted his gaze.
The woman noticed the change in Li Wei's demeanor and smirked.
"Instead of listening to someone else's, why don't you experience it yourself?"
she suggested with a suggestive tone, emphasizing her alluring outfit.
Li Wei felt a sudden rush of temptation rising within him, his surroundings seeming to fade away as his focus was completely drawn to the woman.
The woman leaned in closer, her breath hot against his ear.
"You know, I'm always looking for a handsome man like you to accompany me. Would you like to join me?" she purred, placing a hand on his chest.
Li Wei's heart raced, his body reacting to her every word and gesture.
He could feel himself getting lost in the moment, forgetting all reason and logic as he considered her offer.
But suddenly, a voice in his head snapped him back to reality.
[Warning! Hypnotic Influence Nullified. Newbie protection package Active.]
As soon as the notification sounded, Li Wei felt a weight lifted from his mind, his senses sharpening as he regained control.
He saw the woman's expression falter, her seductive smile replaced with a look of confusion.
"What's wrong?" she asked, perplexed.
Li Wei took a step back, feeling uneasy about the situation.
He couldn't explain what had happened, but he knew that he had almost succumbed to something dangerous.
"I don't know. I just don't feel right," he replied, his tone guarded.
The woman looked him up and down, her gaze lingering on his handsome features.
She couldn't help but feel captivated by him, even if her previous attempt at seducing him failed.
"Well, if you change your mind, come and find me," she said, her voice dripping with honey.
Li Wei gave her a polite nod and watched as she adjusted her revealing clothing before walking away, muttering under her breath.
Li Wei took a deep breath, trying to calm his racing heart. As he stood there alone, he realized that he had just heard the sound of the system notification.
"Could it be that I really scored a jackpot this time?" he whispered to himself.
Li Wei had always dreamed of having a system, the one golden finger that every protagonist seemed to possess.
He had hoped to have a system as soon as he reincarnated for the first time, but it looked like it had taken one more reincarnation for him to get one.