"They are right, I did participate in this. We wanted to find a cure but when we saw it was futile, Pond ordered us to seal the facilities away," confessed Ysabeau.
Mavislin was in disbelief, but not in shock. She knew Ysabeau was all along with a merciless person, as portrayed with the way she fought with Old Man Pond and the earlier fight between them. Mavislin was in denial because Ysabeau was keeping secrets from her.
Silence blanketed the air once more. That is until the sun began to fall.
"Let's get this over. We've been doing tangents. Mavislin, what are your orders?" asked Bryan, getting a move on.
"You told me Ysabeau looked like an 'Orian'. That's in the other part of the world, right?" asked Mavislin.
"Yes, what about it?"
"Then Ysabeau shall be stationed at the Desired Roses, while you and I will take the Velvet Pearl."
"If there are no objections, then let's get a move on. Unless you want to see this place get turned into a room filled with lust and desire now," said Gab, as his workers came scurrying into the room.
The lights were changed, placing red, purple, and pink cloth all around. Mugs changed into wine glasses, the scent of coffee was gone, replaced by the stench of liquor. The whole area had a lustful vibe, according to Bryan.
Soon enough, customers started rolling in. Gab thought it would be good practice for both Ysabeau and Mavislin as they tried their hand in enticing customers. Sure enough, both were quite skilled in that field.
Ysabeau was a bit more formal than Mavislin, with her charisma and figure being more elegant and grand. But Mavislin did not completely lose out as those who wanted natural beauty and young age flocked towards her.
"Hmm... Mavislin is raking in the ones who would spend all their wealth on her without using much makeup or materialistic things. But, the customers she brings in would be temporary, since they are impulsive spenders. They spend everything at once," noted Gab, seeing the situation.
Bryan's first instinct was to grab Mavislin out of the area since the guys were busy throwing money at her. He was still unsure that Mavislin could actually stop them from taking advantage of her. But Gab held him back, so Bryan had to concede defeat for now.
"Clear that head of yours. You won't be respected by Lady Roydon if you continue to act out like this without thinking," ordered Gab.
"Got it," replied Bryan, calming down.
As the customers flowed in, Bryan and Gab took their place at the bar countertop while Mavislin and Ysabeau took a cushioned seat of their own. Both were far apart from each other. It seemed like the men of that night had two choices. Natural beauty or an elegant queen.
The High Queen looked like, well, a true Queen. The men were not only flaunting their wealth on her, but they were all arguing on who she should take home first. Ysabeau smiled, her canines showing.
"Look at the men she's getting, they are all my high-spender regulars. Older men, willing to spend more in exchange for just her company. They have lots to spare, they can use everything now while still have enough for tomorrow."
But though Ysabeau drew slightly more men to her, the men by her side did not dare to touch Ysabeau. Or even go near her. She was like a goddess. They were all like a meter away from her. She gave sweet talks to some of those that she liked.
"Ah, Mavislin is indeed a great leader. I fully understand why she has decided to go with 'The Velvet Pearl' while sending Ysabeau to 'Desired Roses'," said Gab, closing his eyes.
"And how is that so? To the best of my knowledge, both have not experienced nightlife like this before," asked Bryan, raising an eyebrow.
"I do not how Mavislin could have predicted it, but she was spot on with who to place at those positions. The Velvet Pearl wants a much younger audience, while the Desired Roses wants to showcase older women but with elegance," explained Gab, smiling with interest.
"Not all brothels want the same demographic?"
"Heavens no! Or else it would be such a bore. My place here is known for 'newcomers, thus everyone here is quite good to new ones here. Only those who I have worked with have access over here. My place showcases 'flowered girls'. And those who love coffee, of course."
"Ah, hence the name then. I was thinking why would a cafe be called 'Flowered Maidens'. Smart idea and way to make the girls blend in without getting thrown into the fire. Though, I hope no evil intent is around," praised Bryan.