Little Maid

"Hm? Who knows? As long as I feel comfortable with my life right now, that's enough." Imitating Xiao Yan, Xiao Shuang shrugged as well, wearing an indifferent expression.

For him, this kind of life was already satisfying enough. The social niceties required when dealing with others were precisely what he lacked, so he might as well focus on cultivation.

If he had not read the plot beforehand, he would not even have wanted to befriend Xiao Yan and Xun'er. Maintaining good relationships with others took more effort than cultivation.

Still, Xiao Yan and Xun'er were both far easier to get along with than he had expected.

As for Xiao Shuang's plans, during Xiao Yan's three-year period as a good-for-nothing, he would play the part of a caring older brother. After all, Little Yanzi was not a nickname for nothing. Other than that, he would cultivate in peace until Xiao Yan became an Emperor.

In any case, he had no intention of snatching opportunities. Xiao Shuang had no desire to experience that kind of danger.

Well, he could just lie back and ride the victory. After a while, he would go to Jia Nan Academy and experience the academy life he had never had in his previous life.

Lying flat was something Xiao Shuang could not refuse. If one knew they could live a happy life without struggling, then no one would refuse, right?

Xiao Yan nodded in agreement. Everyone had their own way of living. "Since that's the case, I won't ask any more questions."

"Yeah. No matter what, you and Xun'er are my friends. That's enough."

Pushing open the restaurant door, they found that the food here was quite delicious, though the prices were relatively high.

"Let's count today's meal as a celebration for the two of us reaching the Ninth Stage Dou Qi, and for Xun'er as well." Xiao Yan turned his head and looked at Xun'er seriously. "You little girl will probably break through soon too. When the time comes, Brother Xiao Yan will celebrate for you as well."

"Alright. Then Xun'er will work hard at cultivating for that day." Xun'er pursed her lips, her little face looking extremely serious, making Xiao Yan and Xiao Shuang burst into laughter.

"Then Brother Xiao Yan should save up more money. When that day comes, you must make sure Xun'er is satisfied with the celebration!"

"I'm looking forward to that day too. If Little Yanzi is treating, you can't leave me out." Xiao Shuang's expression remained icy, making those words sound rather out of place.

"Hmph, I definitely won't bring you along—unless you promise to treat me to a meal when I break through to Dou Zhe." Xiao Yan laughed loudly before teasing him.

The three of them were still young, and without drinking, the meal did not take long. Yet half the dishes on the table still remained.

Looking at the leftovers, Xiao Yan could only helplessly clutch his stomach and shake his head.

"Let's go. I can't eat another bite."

Xiao Shuang and Xun'er had already put down their chopsticks. Xun'er was a girl, so her appetite was relatively small, while Xiao Shuang ate with extreme elegance. However, anyone who looked closely would discover that, beneath that elegant manner of eating, most of the delicacies had gone into Xiao Shuang's stomach.

"Let's go. From now on, I won't leave the house until I break through and become a Dou Zhe!"

Xiao Shuang stood up and picked up a napkin from the side to wipe his mouth.

"Your temperament is just too suited for bitter cultivation. If I don't work hard, won't you surpass me?" Xiao Yan gave a bitter laugh. He could not compare to that kind of perseverance in cultivation.

The group returned to the Xiao Family together. Xiao Yan and Xun'er continued along the same path, while Xiao Shuang returned to his own little wooden house.

This wooden house had been personally built for him by the Third Elder and several clan members. It contained every necessity for daily life, and the Third Elder had also bought a maid to attend to Xiao Shuang's daily needs.

No matter what, Xiao Shuang could be considered a Young Master of the Xiao Family and the Third Elder's grandson. It was nothing strange for him to have his own residence and maid. Moreover, he was a genius and represented the Xiao Family's future!

Everyone in the Xiao Family knew that Xiao Shuang disliked socializing. Even the hot-tempered Third Elder greatly respected this grandson of his.

Pushing open the door to the wooden house, Xiao Shuang looked around. The room had been cleaned thoroughly, and the bed was exceptionally neat.

As an aside, Xiao Shuang's sleeping posture was extremely improper. Every morning when he woke up, the blanket would be thrown beneath the bed, while he himself would be lying sideways across it.

Naturally, this left the bed in complete disarray.

As Xiao Shuang pushed open the door, a pretty and lovable maid thoughtfully approached with a set of loose clothing in her hands.

The maid was named Ping'er. She was fifteen or sixteen years old, several years older than Xiao Shuang.

"Young Master, you must be tired, right? Ping'er will go heat some water right away."

Watching Ping'er's retreating figure, Xiao Shuang could not help finding it somewhat amusing.

When Ping'er had first arrived, Xiao Shuang had opened his eyes to find her standing beside his bed. He still remembered how reserved she had looked.

The moment he opened his eyes, Ping'er had picked up his clothes while murmuring to herself, "I have to serve Young Master well, so I won't be abandoned."

She was a maid bought by the Third Elder of the Xiao Family. Alone and without anyone to rely on, she did not dare imagine what might happen if she displeased the Young Master.

At the time, Xiao Shuang had naturally not been accustomed to being served by others. When he took the clothes and prepared to dress himself, the girl had become so nervous that she knelt down.

Ping'er poured the hot water into the wooden tub. Just as she was about to call Xiao Shuang over to bathe, she saw the smile on his face.

"Is Young Master thinking of something happy?"

"Yes, something very happy." Xiao Shuang chuckled and walked over to the wooden tub, spreading his arms.

Ping'er naturally helped Xiao Shuang remove his clothes, without the slightest hesitation.

At first, Xiao Shuang had naturally been unaccustomed to being served by others, but he gradually got used to it. One had to enjoy life, after all. For Xiao Shuang, being comfortable was all that mattered.

He immersed himself in the wooden tub. The water temperature was just right, and Xiao Shuang let out a comfortable groan.

"This is what living is supposed to be like. How wonderful would it be if things could stay like this forever?"

Meanwhile, Ping'er stood behind him, washing his long white hair.

Xiao Shuang's features were exceptionally beautiful. As he lay in the wooden tub, surrounded by steam, it was impossible to tell his gender.

From a distance, he was clearly a peerless beauty.

"What a pity. I can't keep enjoying myself like this. Tomorrow, I'll have to start cultivating like an ascetic again." Xiao Shuang sighed helplessly. Though his current temperament was cold and detached, deep down he still wanted to lie flat. How wonderful would it have been if he had transmigrated only after Xiao Yan broke through to become a Dou Emperor!

"Young Master really works hard." Ping'er wiped the sweat from her forehead with her arm. Xiao Shuang's hair was thick and dense, making it difficult to wash. More importantly, she could not let Xiao Shuang feel even the slightest discomfort, which greatly tested her control over her strength.

"Ping'er, you've been with me for two years now, right?" Xiao Shuang, who had been enjoying himself with his eyes closed, suddenly asked.

At those words, Ping'er's body stiffened for a moment before she answered, "Two years and one month."

"Two years already. Time really flies. In a few more years, it'll be time to go to Jia Nan Academy, right?"