A group of people gathering in Lily's bedroom was obviously not very appropriate, especially with two big guys present.
So, the game console was moved to the living room, along with the two cabinets of game discs, which were neatly placed on the TV cabinet.
The curtains were drawn, and a white screen slowly descended from the ceiling as the projector was turned on, making the gaming experience almost feel like playing in a movie theater.
Ning Chu curled up on one side of the couch, watching the huge projection screen with great interest.
She realized she enjoyed watching game live streams, and now, watching it live with the ability to throw in some casual sarcastic comments, it was even more fun. The lively group in the living room, directing Zhang Shaoqing on how to play the game, made it all the more exciting.
Qianqian didn’t show much interest in the game. She sat alone at the bar counter, scribbling and sketching on a piece of paper... Though Zhang Shaoqing had planned to use his money to open a bar near the school, he was essentially just a hands-off owner.
"Lily, where did she go?"
"Probably in the bedroom?"
Qianqian answered Ning Chu’s question, glancing towards the bedroom.
She guessed that Lily was probably tidying up her computer, clearing away the inappropriate images and other things she hadn’t noticed before...
Before today, she never would’ve imagined that the cool and aloof goddess, Lily, would have such an 18+ inappropriate wallpaper on her computer.
Though, considering Lily was a succubus, it actually made sense.
Ning Chu, her fellow succubus, was known for being quite playful every night...
Qianqian had this mixed feeling of disappointment, like when a beloved idol falls from grace, but she couldn’t help but feel a little excited about it too.
Not long after mentioning Lily, the succubus walked out of the bedroom, expressionless. She briefly glanced at Qianqian with a hint of guilt before nonchalantly sitting down nearby.
Her demeanor remained elegant and composed, but the image of the ice-cold goddess was forever tarnished in Qianqian’s mind.
"Ning Chu, sis..." Qianqian lifted herself slightly from her seat, moving a bit ◈ Nоvеlіgһт ◈ (Continue reading) closer to Ning Chu, unable to suppress her curiosity. She blushed and whispered, "So, succubi, are they... generally... very... driven by desire?"
Ning Chu paused for a moment, then scanned the people in the room.
It wasn’t just succubi. Don’t let Yan Xinya’s youthful and energetic sports-girl persona fool you, and Qianqian, who still appeared composed and mature, was actually in her reproductive season.
So, aside from Qianqian, the other girls here were all in that phase of their lives where their minds often wandered to sensual thoughts... By evening, who knew what might happen.
Luckily, Wen Yang had already been steered onto the "right" path by her, and Zhang Shaoqing hadn’t turned to the dark side yet. Otherwise, it’d be another one of those crazy parties tonight.
Ning Chu suddenly felt that Qianqian was like a lamb among wolves, bound to be influenced by these otherworldly creatures.
At least it was better than being half-dead from tentacle monsters in some bizarre storyline...
Her slight sense of guilt was lifted.
"Well... I guess..." After a moment’s thought, she awkwardly but confidently responded, "Isn’t this just human nature?"
"..."
Qianqian gave a barely audible response, curling her legs up and hiding her flushed face, her round eyes darting around the room, seemingly lost in thought.
She had grown up with a rather conservative education, and though her family still saw her as a "bad girl" due to her poor grades, she was still very innocent when it came to matters of sex.
Since meeting Ning Chu, it was like a whole new world had been opened up for her.
"Wen Yang, want to go out for a walk this afternoon?"
"Sure."
Wen Yang, holding the controller, immediately looked up and agreed.
Qianqian, hearing this, turned her expectant gaze to Zhang Shaoqing. "Shaoqing, how about we go out too?"
"Not happening~" Zhang Shaoqing groaned and shook his head dramatically, looking completely unwilling. "I’m exhausted. I just want to lie on the sofa and play games! Don’t drag me out for shopping!"
"There’s nothing to shop for. You just need someone to carry your bags!"
Qianqian sighed in exasperation, muttering under her breath, "Look at your boyfriend..."
There’s no harm in comparison. Looking at Wen Yang, who was obedient and thoughtful, she didn’t believe that Ning Chu, as a succubus, hadn’t exploited Wen Yang the night before. Probably more than she had, and definitely more than what Qianqian had experienced.
But Wen Yang was still energetic and obedient to Ning Chu’s every wish.
"Lily, Xinya, we’re heading out now~"
Ning Chu cheerfully called out to everyone, bouncing off the couch and heading toward the hallway in her slippers.
Wen Yang quickly got up to follow. "I’ll get your sneakers for you. Don’t wear those high heels."
"Okay, I don’t want to wear them either, they’re killing my feet."
He turned into the guest room to grab Ning Chu’s sneakers from her bag.
Ning Chu paused in place, glancing at Qianqian’s feet wrapped in thin black stockings. "Xinya, I’ve noticed you wear heels every day..."
"Mm, I’m just used to it."
Qianqian smiled warmly and advised, "High heels aren’t great for your feet. Wearing them too much can cause deformities."
"I know..."
Ning Chu had just gotten the sudden idea to wear heels to appear taller, so she wouldn’t look so small in front of Wen Yang and could even show off a little in front of Lily. Her 160cm height was always a sore spot.
But she certainly didn’t want her cute, dainty feet, which could easily be admired by foot enthusiasts, to become misshapen.
"Ning Chu, let’s go."
Wen Yang came out, holding the sneakers wrapped in a plastic bag.
"Let’s go, let’s go! Let’s check out the walking street!" Ning Chu beamed with excitement, pulling his arm as they walked toward the hallway. "The snacks here are really good! I went with Lily once!"
"Once you have a boyfriend, you forget your best friend~" Yan Xinya looked at their departing backs and asked, "How about we play Mahjong?"
Hearing this, Lily, still embarrassed after the wallpaper incident, immediately looked up, quickly got up, and opened a cabinet. She returned with a large box of Mahjong tiles, setting it down with a "thud."
"Who else wants to play? We need two more!" Yan Xinya called out, "Qianqian?"
Qianqian, now intrigued, put her pen and paper down, swishing her furry cat tail and moving over.
"Shaoqing?"
"Ah? I don’t know how to play..." Qianqian panicked, glancing at Yan Xinya, "I’ve never played before."
"It’s fine, you’ll learn quickly! It’s really simple!"
Lily hurriedly went back to the corner, dragging a sturdy folding table over, looking like a strongwoman despite her delicate appearance.
"How about we add a little wager?" Yan Xinya suggested. "Otherwise, it’s not exciting!"
Qianqian nodded. "How about a small bet of one mao?"
"Even a small bet is gambling~ It might corrupt Qianqian, she’s still a minor!"
From somewhere, a quiet voice drifted in, "What if we lose, we take off our clothes?"
"..."
Everyone fell silent, exchanging knowing looks before silently turning to Lily. Only Qianqian caught on a bit late.
Zhang Shaoqing quickly raised his head, eyes full of anticipation, before being shot a glare from Yan Xinya.
Lily’s face remained expressionless, as if she had said nothing at all. She was busy unfolding the folding table and gestured to the cabinet near the hallway. "There are chairs in the cabinet."
"Betting one mao seems more fitting for Qianqian..." Yan Xinya mumbled quietly.
