I Own A Brothel In Another World (Ch. 1-196)

Chapter 183 - Clothes Maketh Woman

Giving the very diverse crowd of beautiful ladies one last glance, I clap my hands a few times to silence the delicate chatter creating a faint buzz in the main hall. All the discussions end at once and everyone looks up to our elevated position. Successful at gaining their attention, I clear my throat.

"Good night to you, ladies. And hello to all who I did not have the pleasure to stumble on yet after my return," I begin with a wide smile, receiving a wave of nods and whispered greetings in response. "I'm glad to be here again. I honestly missed this place greatly, and everyone living or working here too, of course. I've been told how well you handled everything in my absence and let me just say that I'm unspeakably proud of every single person here."

A brief applause echoes through the spacious chamber before the ladies give me a chance to continue.

"I'm looking forward to spending this night alongside you once more. But, this won't be just any normal night. We have been probing our valuable customers about some new services that are bound to be introduced in the near future, but I think it's time to take another step in that direction. I'm sure many of you know what I'm talking about."

Excited murmurs take over the silence this time as the girls exchange cheery and hopeful smiles. Not everyone is up to speed with the topic but their more experienced and well-informed colleagues quickly fill them in so I give everyone a bit more time to make some small talk and explanations.

Unfortunately, the excitement is much higher this time and I have to smack my palms together once more or we would end up standing there for far too long.

"Now, what does that exactly mean? It means I would like to ask for a favour from some of you. About halfway through the night, I would like for about a dozen or more ladies to walk in here while wearing the costumes prepared by our talented tailors and designers." I gesture at Mari standing a bit away from me along with my wives and she sports a shy blush while meeting the gazes of some girls. "They will be able to choose whichever clothes they want, as long as there are no copies this time. Their role will be pretty simple, to wander through the crowd and chat up those who look at them with some interest."

I can see the urge in everyone's eyes to turn around and discuss this opportunity with their neighbours but they do their best to keep calm and listen further. It's not that surprising, honestly. There might be a few women who may not enjoy cosplay as much as the rest, but for the majority, it's a fun new way to bring some entertainment to their usually monotonous days or nights.

"We need more information, first and foremost," I add quickly. "If they like the idea, what would they change if they had the chance, what themes they would love to see the most, if they know more people who would be interested in participating in such services, and so on. Personal interviews are always better to dig out all the details. People will be more willing to share if you make them comfortable and focused on things that please them visually."

Everyone nods along with my words, definitely taking mental notes of what is expected of them in case they end up selected for this event.

"Naturally, this isn't all you are allowed to do." I roam my gaze over all the curious faces. "Don't be too pushy tonight, but if you manage to find someone interested in having the privilege of being one of the first customers to get a sneak peek at this new service, you are free to have some fun with them. Just stress out that they shall not speak of any details besides what they have seen in the reception hall and you are good to go. You can even act accordingly with your getup if you wish to. And don't forget to ask for some feedback afterwards. If you manage to leave them conscious."

A rolling wave of giggles spreads through the crowd. Considering all the clearly visible excitement, I'm sure it will be hard for them not to go all the way.