Staying at a Hotel

Three years later, as they neared Suotuo City, Jiang Jiu couldn't help but sigh at how quickly time had flown.

"What are you thinking about!" Xiao Wu pressed against Jiang Jiu's back, rubbing her face against him.

Three years had passed, and it was as if Xiao Wu was competing with him in height; she had shot up, nearly reaching one hundred and eighty centimeters. Aside from her face, which still held a hint of youthful softness, she could easily pass for an adult.

Fortunately, Tang San was still there to anchor the bottom, and at one hundred and seventy-five centimeters, Jiang Jiu wasn't exactly short either.

"Arriving at a new place, facing new challenges, and achieving new growth."

"Mm, I know, it's because you're homesick, right, Xiao Jiu!"

"Hmph, you laughed at me earlier for crying because I was reluctant to leave, but it turns out you were just slow to react, Xiao Jiu."

"Home is where the people are."

"Fine, fine, let's not talk about that. Come with me to buy new clothes in the city first!"

Xiao Wu pushed at Jiang Jiu's shoulders, urging him forward.

"We'll find a place to eat first, then a place to stay. Once we're settled, I'll take you to buy clothes." Jiang Jiu remained unmoved.

"That works too."

Under Jiang Jiu's years of cultivation, Xiao Wu had finally transformed from a vegetarian into a carnivore.

On one hand, she couldn't handle the heavy-duty training without eating plenty of meat; on the other, she had discovered the causal logic that eating well led to better development.

Xiao Wu's figure now could only be described as explosive; it wasn't just about those killer long legs anymore.

"San, don't fall behind."

"That's right, most of our assets are with you, after all."

"What kind of talk is that?" Jiang Jiu tapped Xiao Wu on the head.

"Brother Jiu, I'm following," Tang San said, not at all annoyed. He deeply agreed with Jiang Jiu's earlier sentiment that "home is where the people are," and whenever Jiang Jiu was around, his temper was ridiculously good.

Once inside Suotuo City, they first looked for a place to eat.

After ordering a few signature dishes, Jiang Jiu and the others found a table where they could see the street.

"They all seem so busy," Xiao Wu remarked, watching the pedestrians hurrying by.

"That's how big cities are."

"Then I think I prefer Nuoding."

However, when they went to look for a hotel and saw the dazzling array of shops along the street, Xiao Wu tossed her previous words aside.

"Xiao Jiu, this place is amazing! I see so many things I want to buy!"

"Alright, alright, we'll go buy them later."

Jiang Jiu had managed to save quite a bit of money over the years; he wasn't wealthy, but he had enough for Xiao Wu's shopping.

"Heehee, Xiao Jiu is the best! Wow, Xiao Jiu, let's stay here for the next few days!"

Naturally, Xiao Wu had set her sights on the Rose Hotel.

There was no other reason; coming from Nuoding City to Suotuo City, they had to enter through the West Gate, and the Rose Hotel, a high-end and unique establishment, was a very obvious landmark.

Just the fact that the entire hotel was built in the shape of a giant rose made it hard not to leave a deep impression.

Even couple's hotels were this competitive these days; the owner of the Rose Hotel was definitely a talent.

Once inside, they found the place wasn't just all show; the interior decor and service were top-tier, not at all like a product of this era.

Even if you didn't treat it as a couple's hotel and just as a normal one, it was still among the best choices available.

"What? Ten Gold Soul Coins for one night!" As soon as she heard the room rate, Xiao Wu changed her mind.

A single night's stay was worth one-tenth of her monthly allowance; with those ten Gold Soul Coins, she could buy who knew how many new outfits.

"Guest, that is the price for our best rooms. We do have more modest ones."

The receptionist explained to Xiao Wu, but his eyes were fixed on Tang San.

He couldn't help it; he had seen too many characters like Young Master Dai, and it was easy to mistake Tang San for a hidden "big spender." After all, it was hard to believe someone walking with two "stunning beauties" didn't have some wealth on them.

"Then how much are the cheaper ones per day?"

Xiao Wu was still quite satisfied with the hotel, but the price made her hesitate.

Jiang Jiu, meanwhile, was thinking about something else.

Why hadn't the classic "there's only one room left" trope triggered?

Or was it because Xiao Wu had haggled so much while shopping in Nuoding City that she was too sensitive to prices, leading her to ask about the room rate right away?

Seeing that the "big spender" in his mind had no reaction—as if he hadn't caught the hint at all—the receptionist had no choice but to continue introducing other room types to Xiao Wu.

"Are these two suites available?"

It seemed he wouldn't be meeting any easy marks today, so Jiang Jiu directly chose two top-floor suites.

Money was meant to be spent; spending a few dozen Gold Soul Coins wouldn't stop him from being unable to afford a storage soul tool worth tens of thousands.

"Guest, yes, they are!" The receptionist realized he had misjudged the situation; the real "big spender" was someone else entirely.

"Xiao Jiu, isn't this a bit too expensive..."

"We're only staying for a few days anyway, so of course we should stay in the best. It's not like we can't afford it."

If Xiao Wu really had to stay in a budget hotel with him, she would certainly be willing, but there was no need.

"We could have bought so many new sets of clothes..."

Xiao Wu was still muttering to herself, but Jiang Jiu pulled her straight to the top floor.

"Tang San, your room is that 'White Innocence' one."

Although the name was a bit hard to take seriously—roughly equivalent to pure and unsullied—it was still the best one available, far better than something like Yellow Sincerity or Green Parting.

Jiang Jiu also didn't understand why a couples' hotel would have a "Green Parting" theme; perhaps he was just too young to get it.

"Xiao Jiu, Xiao Jiu!"

On the other side, Xiao Wu had entered the room she was sharing with Jiang Jiu, only to run back out excitedly and drag Jiang Jiu inside, leaving Tang San standing there alone. Tang San gave a wry smile, took the key Jiang Jiu had given him, and opened the door to his own room.

Once Jiang Jiu entered the room, he understood why Xiao Wu was so excited.

Pink Tenderness—it was pink, dreamy, and sweet. Every decoration in this suite struck directly at Xiao Wu's girlish heart. If anyone asked her now whether she would stay for ten Gold Soul Coins a night, she would certainly nod in agreement.

It was just that while it was friendly to Xiao Wu, it wasn't very friendly to Jiang Jiu. Oh well, it was just a place to sleep anyway.

Exclamations of delight kept coming from Xiao Wu; she truly loved the furnishings here.

"Xiao Jiu, do you think we should decorate our future house like this too?"

Jiang Jiu and Xiao Wu had already bought the house they lived in at Nuoding, and the interior had been decorated step by step by Xiao Wu herself. Now, she was overflowing with endless new inspiration.

"..."

"Xiao Jiu, come look, this heart-shaped bed is so cute too."

"Mm."

It was all gauze curtains and lace.

Jiang Jiu bent down to touch the bedding. Setting aside the appearance, the texture felt like it would be very comfortable to sleep on at night.

Xiao Wu watched Jiang Jiu, who had been guided over step by step.

"Hehe."

With a rabbit-like pounce, she pinned Jiang Jiu down onto the bed.