People who are tired of the mental pressure of work in the office and responsibilities at home often look for emotional support. Sometimes they get this from a friend or girlfriend or boyfriend, but those who do not have any friends or do not have such a relationship with anyone, they become depressed. In such a situation, some women of China have surprised everyone by starting a service related to this.
According to NetEase News, recently, mainland Internet users have spotted a shop on the bustling streets of Shenzhen. Young women were reportedly seen selling hugs, kisses and a few hours of companionship at roadside stalls, reigniting a widespread social media discussion about the paid companionship economy.
Next to a subway station in Shenzhen, a young woman put up a sign that read, ‘One yuan (14 US cents) for a hug, 10 yuan for a kiss, 15 to watch a movie with Yuan.’ Two other women set up stalls on the sidewalk with signs reading, ’20 yuan (US$2.8) to help with household chores, 40 yuan per hour to drink with you.”
Reports released on social media show that these women are earning 100 yuan in a single walk. Besides, it can also be considered a way to relieve stress and increase interaction. One person wrote, ‘Putting a price on women’s support is insulting and weakens their dignity. Another person said, ‘This may be illegal, girls need their safety.’
There have been other reports of similar services being offered at other locations. In January, someone shared a photo on Xiaohongshu, saying they had seen a young woman setting up a 1-day girlfriend service stall in Dali Ancient City, a tourist spot in Yunnan province in southwestern China. The photo showed a sign that read, ‘Girlfriend for one day, 600 yuan (US$84) for one day.’ I can take a lot of care of you, which includes dinner together, hugs, but not sex.