Two Chinese nationals who paid 40,000 RMB ($8,600) to work in Singapore almost had their bubbles burst when they were nearly forced into prostitution on their arrival into the country.
The two women, one surnamed Wang and the other Li, 29, had met back in China July last year, reported Shin Min Daily News. After forging a friendship, the duo decided to work overseas while they were still young.
They arrived in Singapore in Jan 30 this year, preparing to embark on their new life. They were told by a middlewoman who had arranged for their arrival in Singapore that there would be a person waiting to receive them at the airport.
They were then chauffeured to a "hostel" in the Geylang area, continued the report.
Subsequently on the same day, they were told by a 58-year-old man, Chen Su, that their work passes did not permit them to work legally in Singapore.
Chen then suggested to the two ladies that they could offer sex services in massage parlours or be streetwalkers.
Upon hearing his words, the duo had a rude shock. They rejected Chen's suggestions and insisted on finding legal work.
Chen agreed and asked the two women to wait at the hostel for further news.
Eight hours later, Chen called the duo and told them that he had found a job for them at a massage parlour, however, they had to perform "special services" for the clients.
Refusing to do so, the duo decided to leave the hostel and ask passers-by for help.
Chen, who has a criminal record, was reportedly fined $3,000 for his attempt to prostitute the women.
