Let’s set aside Wan Xinyue’s peculiar emotional journey for now.
As for Wan Xinyan’s choice, there’s actually a lot of thought behind it.
First, objectively speaking, the maid’s room is more than adequate.
It’s a far cry from the old house they shared with their grandmother back in their hometown.
So, in truth, these two are quite easy to please.
When your starting point is low enough, even the smallest upgrade can bring happiness.
It’s like how a child’s joy might come from an extra pack of spicy sticks at dinner, while an adult might spend far more money and still not capture that same pure delight.
Another key point is precisely because the maid’s room is so modest that Wan Xinyan can occasionally suggest spending time in Su Bai’s master bedroom for some sweet moments.
Plus, by willingly accepting this "disadvantage," Su Bai would remember their kindness.
All in all, it’s a win-win situation—killing multiple birds with one stone.
"Alright, if you really want to sleep in the maid’s room… Hahaha!"
"Why are you suddenly laughing like an idiot?" Zhou Jialu teased, noticing Su Bai’s sudden grin.
Su Bai explained, "I just remembered something from high school. I saw a video on Douyin of a luxury mansion, and I told my classmates that if I couldn’t find a job, I’d become a live-in maid for the rich. After all, even the maid’s rooms in those mansions are better decorated than most people’s bedrooms… Plus, free room and board. A dream job, really."
"I never knew you had such tastes, junior," Zhou Jialu remarked, her eyes sparkling with curiosity.
"Eh? Su Bai, did you really think that way?" Wan Xinyan suddenly perked up with excitement. "My sister and I joked about the same thing! What a coincidence… No, wait—it’s more like a dream! And now, our dream has come true."
Zhou Jialu teased, "Is it really that much of a coincidence?"
"Really! Look, my Douyin and Bilibili accounts are full of saved mansion tour videos…"
Wan Xinyan showed her phone to the two of them.
"See? Over two hundred saved videos. I’m not just saying this to make you happy, Su Bai!"
As the girl leaned closer, her flushed cheeks radiated warmth, and her breath carried a pleasant scent.
It wasn’t just Su Bai who felt enchanted—even Zhou Jialu was moved by Wan Xinyan’s sincerity.
Tsk, this girl might be clever, but at heart, she’s genuinely earnest.
Zhou Jialu’s opinion of her rose considerably in that moment.
Next, Zhou Jialu led the sisters to the storage room to gather some essentials, hoping to make the maid’s room livable by tonight.
Su Bai opted out of this activity, retreating to the study to boot up his computer.
Time to game with Yusheng!
Speaking of which, Chen Yusheng had been clamoring to play games with Su Bai but refused to move in with him.
A bit amusing, really.
When Su Bai brought it up over voice chat, Chen Yusheng responded with a sulky mutter.
"It’s… it’s because you’re just too much…"
"You could always just stay over without anything happening. A purely wholesome sleepover. It’s pretty lively here tonight, I’ll have you know…"
"As if! The moment I’m near you, I can’t help but want to… Ugh! You awful big white goose!"
Chen Yusheng’s playful whine sent a tingling sensation through Su Bai’s ears.
Unfortunately, she got too flustered and muted herself.
Luckily, Su Bai played terribly that round.
He fed the enemy team three times in a row.
Chen Yusheng couldn’t take it and unmuted to scold him.
After the scolding, the call fell into brief silence.
Then, the two burst into simultaneous, silly laughter.
Ah, college students in love—so pure and delightfully foolish.
"Big white goose!"
"What?"
"Earlier, you said it’s lively at your place tonight… Is Senior Zhou there?"
"You figured it out?" Su Bai was slightly surprised. He hadn’t mentioned Zhou Jialu to Chen Yusheng yet, though under their arrangement, it wouldn’t have been an issue.
Still, he was impressed by Yusheng’s sharpness.
"Yeah, I happened to see her messages on your phone… right after you bullied me and went to shower."
"Alright, yeah, she’s here. Both Wans are too."
"Oh."
That certainly sounded lively.
Chen Yusheng mused that it was a good thing she hadn’t visited Su Bai’s duplex tonight.
Otherwise, she might’ve felt out of place.
She’d rather wait until the others were gone to inspect the place properly—like a lady surveying her domain.
After all, she was naturally more introverted and disliked crowds.
But…
Hearing from Su Bai that the woman staying at the Ascott was Zhou Jialu made Chen Yusheng sigh in relief.
She’d been worried about dealing with some hardened, street-smart woman.
Honestly, the thought had made her uneasy.
But if it was someone Su Bai approved of, and she had no right to oppose his choices, it put her in a tough spot.
Fortunately, that woman was Senior Zhou.
Zhou Jialu’s personality was lively—or, more accurately, fiery.
Her experience living with her in the "Goddess Dorm" gave Chen Yusheng the instinctive sense that Senior Zhou was a good person.
Not the type to scheme or harm others.
This was also Su Bai’s deliberate design.
In his harem, jealousy and competition were fine—but he absolutely wouldn’t tolerate anyone with malicious intentions.
The two continued gaming, their sweet duo queue in full swing.
Mid-game, Su Bai remembered the tech company acquisition and spoke up.
"Oh, right."
"Hm?"
"…Never mind."
"Pfft, what’s with you, Su Shunbai~"
Chen Yusheng had no idea what Su Bai was waffling about.
She just found him adorably scatterbrained sometimes—his mind hopping between random thoughts, leaving him looking a bit dorky.
Like a big, silly white goose!
Su Bai, however, wisely stopped himself when he noticed Zhou Jialu sneaking into the study from the corner of his eye.
Tiptoeing, as if planning to startle him.
He pretended not to see her, waiting until she was right behind him before muting the call and turning abruptly.
"Senior, what are you doing?"
"Eek!" Zhou Jialu jumped in fright, her chest bouncing like startled rabbits. Recovering, she pouted, "I thought you were on voice chat with Yusheng! I just wanted to scare you a little…"
"Senior, you’re too conspicuous for stealth missions."
"Who’s doing stealth missions?! I was trying to sneak a hug!"
"Sure, I believe you."
"Hehe, go ahead and keep playing with Yusheng. I’ll just watch quietly—no disruptions~"
Zhou Jialu pulled up a chair and sat obediently beside Su Bai.
Seemed she’d already settled the Wan sisters.
In that case, her watching him game wasn’t a problem.
Though whether she’d understand was another matter… Well, Senior Zhou wasn’t the type to fuss over comprehension anyway. For her, it was all about soaking in the vibe.
Different girls, different personalities.
You could call Zhou Jialu shallow, but she was undeniably the type who knew how to enjoy life—always brimming with happiness.
Su Bai nodded at her and ruffled her hair, earning a flustered glare from Zhou Jialu before turning his mic back on.
He continued to be carried by Chen Yusheng’s stellar gameplay.
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