The brothels and alleys of the Capital are mainly distributed across three alleys.
Entertainment Alley, Brothel Alley, and Rouge Lane.
Close to East Fourth Street is "Entertainment Alley," under the jurisdiction of the Music Bureau, where official courtesans are trained in singing, dancing, and musical instruments.
The official music bands prioritize elegance in all aspects.
The girls are trained in pipa and three-stringed instruments from a young age, their voices must be bright, and their figures flexible.
The old eunuch of the Music Bureau squints his eyes, tapping a sandalwood board with a finger adorned in an orchid shape, "The third variation of 'The Rainbow Dress' — go!"
As the strings start, the musician courtesans in green vests sway their heads along with the tune, their gold hairpins jingling against their cheeks.
Turning into Brothel Alley presents a completely different scene.
