Annie After Growing Up

After putting on the innerwear for the upper and lower body, the maids came forward holding Anne's small dress. Lu Xing glanced at it a few times, then flipped through it with his hand, and rubbed his forehead helplessly, asking, "Do you have any clothes that aren't dresses? Something similar to a men's style."

"You, are a man?!"

Catherine's expression finally changed, as if she was startled and in great shock.

How could a man's soul choose to invade Anne?

The maids around secretly looked up for a moment, then lowered their heads, not daring to say anything.

Lu Xing sighed, "How many times do I have to say it? I am Anne! Is Anne a man?"

Catherine's lips trembled a few times, "I, I'm going to tell the madam! I'm going to invite the Holy Maiden to the Northern Region to expel you, this demon!"

Lu Xing glanced at her, and with Anne's cute little face, said righteously, "The Goddess's radiance shines upon the Northern Region!"

"..."

Catherine was finally defeated.

The "demon" currently occupying Anne's body was an existence that had been gazed upon by the Holy Light Goddess. Not to mention that the Holy Maiden was unlikely to come to the Northern Region, even if she did, she would have to actively make friends with the Anne in front of her again.

"Esteemed Miss Anne." Catherine took a step back and curtsied to her, "The Goddess is watching over you."

The maids also bowed and said the same words as Catherine.

Lu Xing couldn't help but laugh. Anne didn't write nonsense; this sentence really worked!

"So, are there any other clothes?"

If possible, he didn't want to wear a dress, especially the kind of shiny little dress that noble girls like Anne loved to wear. Under the dress were white silk stockings with magical patterns, pure and clean yet with a hint of temptation, and the little shoes were also sparkling crystal shoes.

It was really difficult for Lu Xing, a male college student, to wear them. Not everyone liked being a cross-dresser.

Although after Lu Xing put them on, he was... a female cross-dresser?

Catherine was silent for a while before saying, "Anne is going to Ancient Elven Language Class later, so this formal outfit was prepared. If you're not going to class, then I'll change you into another set."

"But you have to promise me," she stated her condition, "When changing clothes, you are not allowed to open your eyes and look at Miss Anne!"

Lu Xing wasn't a pervert who had to look at Anne's pure white and slender body, but Anne had said in her letter that she didn't mind him looking. How could a head maid dare to bargain?

"I refuse."

Lu Xing said slowly, "I am Anne, I can look however I want!"

"Then you'll wear this dress!" Catherine immediately said, seemingly having rehearsed Lu Xing's answer in her mind.

"Dear Catherine."

Lu Xing smiled, not with Anne's usual cute happy smile, but like a little devil who had betrayed God in hell, "You wouldn't want to see Anne make a fool of herself because she's not familiar with the dress, would you?"

The surroundings fell silent. The maids secretly looked at Catherine, then secretly looked at Miss Anne.

Anne was very cute. Even when threatening Catherine like this, she revealed a cute and mischievous little devilish appearance.

Although everyone knew that the person in front of them was not Anne, but a man.

After a moment of silence, Catherine seemed to have found a way to deal with him and said expressionlessly, "Are you sure Miss Anne allows you to do this?"

"Why not?" Lu Xing countered.

"Ancient Elves were among the first beings created, symbols of nobility and grace. Even the Elven race today imitates them. For Ancient Elven Language Class, Anne always wears formal attire. If you don't want to wear it, then I suggest you don't attend the class!"

"To avoid making a fool of yourself in class!"

Catherine added coldly.

Lu Xing thought for a moment, recalling his novice experience mission where he had to fully experience a day as Miss Anne and receive a score of 60 points.

If he avoided the Ancient Elven Language Class, the other classes – magic, alchemy, etiquette, riding, etc. – probably wouldn't be any easier.

"Alright, I'll wear it."

Lu Xing compromised, then added, "But you have to tell me what classes I have today? Also, what is the etiquette for attending class?"

Taking a step back, Catherine, wanting to prevent the Anne before her from making a fool of herself, had no choice but to help him.

"Miss Anne doesn't have Ancient Elven Language Class every day. Mr. Noi is traveling in the Northern Region, and the Madam invited him to give Anne a few lessons."

Catherine explained to him, "As for the etiquette, I'll explain it to you after you're dressed."

"Okay."

Lu Xing cooperated with them.

Beautiful and elaborate clothes began to be put on him, one by one. Perhaps knowing his aesthetic was different, Catherine didn't let Lu Xing choose the jewelry this time but made the decision herself.

After the clothes and jewelry were on and his hair was styled, Lu Xing stood in front of the mirror, admiring Anne's beauty once again.

Anne's formal dress was a light gold gown with three layers of skirt, made of material similar to chiffon on Earth, paired with crystal ornaments, metallic threads, gauze, cotton, fabric, and other accessories. More than ten different materials were combined to weave this beautiful and shimmering dress.

"Gloves." Catherine's tone softened considerably, perhaps seeing the current Lu Xing resemble the Anne in her memory.

Even if it was just an external resemblance.

The maid took out two white, patterned gloves, lifted Miss Anne's slender hand, and carefully put them on her.

Lu Xing looked in the mirror again, his heart melting.

Despite being different worlds and different genders, beauty was universal. Miss Anne at this moment was like a noble little princess. The little gold dress complemented her long hair, and the white patterned gloves made her appear elegant and refined, incredibly beautiful and lovely.

What made Lu Xing's imagination run wild was that he had seen Anne without clothes...

"The clothes are on, what about the etiquette?"

Lu Xing calmed down, looked at Anne in the mirror, and asked Catherine, "Tell me the etiquette for class, the etiquette for greetings, everything. How did Anne usually do it?"

Catherine also looked at Anne in the mirror and said lightly, "If it were Miss Anne, at this moment she would lift her skirt and twirl, admiring herself in the mirror, then praise the maids for their excellent craftsmanship, and then go to see the Madam with a smile, showing off how beautiful her dress is."

Very good, very Anne, the lively and lovely Anne.

Lu Xing took a deep breath and asked again, "How do I lift the skirt?"

"..."

The many maids dared not speak, lowering their heads and suppressing their laughter.

Catherine's expression also seemed to tremble slightly. After a long while, she maintained a calm expression, reached out, took Lu Xing's hand, led him to the edge of the second layer of the skirt, and personally instructed him:

"You don't need to actually lift your skirt; just lightly pinch it to create an elegant posture. You only need to lift the hem if it's a long skirt that covers your feet. Also, when going down stairs, remember not to run quickly, even if you're wearing a short skirt or pants..."

Lu Xing adopted the serious attitude he used for studying at school, using Anne's slender little hand to pinch the golden skirt hem, twirled around, then looked in the mirror and smiled.

The smile on Anne's small face was very cute.

"How is it?" he asked Catherine.

"Three parts similar."

Catherine said coolly, "After all, you are using Miss Anne's body."

Lu Xing laughed, "Anne has grown up. Yes, I am the grown-up Anne!"

With that, he stepped away from the dressing table, "Let's go eat breakfast and get to class early!"

"Even the grown-up Anne wouldn't forget to thank the maids who served her."

Catherine's voice came from behind him.

Lu Xing stopped, turned around, pinched his skirt hem, and bowed to them, "Anne thanks everyone."

The young maids were startled and quickly returned the bow, saying there was no need.

"A noble lady should not bow to maids! You only need to praise their work."

Catherine corrected him again.

Lu Xing pretended not to hear and walked out of the bedroom in his crystal shoes, once again admiring the decor inside the Duke's castle in this magical world.