So all the wives were waiting for me to break up with them.

It's both frustrating and hilarious.

This made Yun Mingyue and Ning Moxin, who were sitting in the back, burst out laughing, a stark contrast to their previous jealousy of each other while sitting in the front.

After driving around happily for thirty or forty minutes, Zhou You arrived in Xitang. He first let the older women get out of the car, and then went to find a place to park by himself.

The three young women stood gracefully on the ancient stone road, waiting for his return. Their elegant demeanor attracted the attention of many passersby, and some even came up to ask if they could take a picture of them.

Visiting Xitang and encountering a beauty, a girl as lovely as a lilac appeared before my eyes. What could be more memorable than this?

"Sorry, we don't like taking pictures."

"Really? That's such a shame."

A young girl with a camera hanging around her neck looked regretful. It was rare to meet three older women who were flawlessly beautiful without needing filters, yet she couldn't even take a single photo with them.

oh~~

Click.

Just as the girl was feeling regretful, she heard a series of camera shutter sounds behind her, followed by a few flashes of white light.

A handsome young man with a camera brushed past her and walked up to the three older women.

"You even brought a camera?"

"The older sisters are in charge of having fun, and I'm in charge of taking pictures of them."

"That looks good, can you take another picture of me?"

The girl looked at the three older girls who had just said they didn't like taking pictures, and then struck various dignified poses in front of the boy.

Then she understood: what they meant by not liking to have their pictures taken was simply that they didn't like others taking their pictures.

The girl glanced enviously at the boy who could make these three most beautiful women she had ever seen obediently cater to her, shook her head slightly, and left.

After the girl left, Zhou You took a few more photos of the older girls. He was quite good at taking photos, mainly because he often took photos for the older girls and had developed his skills.

After taking photos, we officially began our stroll along the river in Xitang.

Xitang is a wonderful place to appreciate history, explore its secluded spots, and enjoy romantic dates, with its many bridges, alleyways, and covered corridors.

Spring is the best season to visit Xitang. In March and April, the Jiangnan region is shrouded in a light drizzle. The willow branches along the banks and the ripples on the water make for a delightful stroll through Xitang while admiring the cherry blossoms. However, autumn also has its own unique charm, with the faint fragrance of osmanthus blossoms in the air.

Zhou You accompanied the older women on a leisurely stroll, chatting and enjoying the scenery. It was a completely different experience from when he first came to Xitang with his parents.

Back then, he was so full of dog food that he couldn't wait to return to Hangzhou, but now he hopes that this trip can last indefinitely.

With them around, everything looks so beautiful; even the string of lanterns hanging under the eaves seems much cuter.

They strolled to a riverbank where the covered boats were moored, and decided to try a different way of exploring Xitang. Previously, the covered boats could only seat three people, but fortunately, a new type of covered boat that could seat four people was introduced later.

Otherwise, they might miss the process of taking a boat tour of Xitang, since they certainly wouldn't sit separately, as it wouldn't be appropriate to leave one of them on another boat.

Hmm, maybe it would be better to put Zhou You on another boat?

In short, having a four-person awning boat is a good thing, as they don't have to separate.

"Come on, come on up." Zhou You reached out his hands to the older girls.

"No need, I can manage on my own." Yun Mingyue lifted her skirt and stepped onto the small boat. She chose a spot towards the back and sat down, gathering her skirt around her waist.

"I don't need it either." Chen Tangtang casually strode over and sat down diagonally opposite Yun Mingyue.

"Thank you for your help, Xiao You."

Ning Moxin smiled serenely and offered him her soft hand, letting him hold it. With a gentle pull, she lightly jumped onto the boat. The small boat rocked and swayed, creating ripples on the water. Teacher Ning, unsure if she was truly unsteady, nestled into his arms, her eyes narrowing with beauty.

The boatman started rowing, and several people sat at the bow. Ning Moxin held up an oil-paper umbrella she had just bought on the way. The umbrella was painted with the misty rain of Jiangnan. The beautiful woman, as beautiful as a painting, sat at the bow of the awning boat with the oil-paper umbrella. There was no more poetic scene than this.

Zhou You knelt down to find the right angle and took a picture of them.

His and their photo albums have been updated countless times; they contain a heavy weight of memories worth treasuring.

Romance isn't about a guy doing something extraordinary; it's about having an innate quality—a sunny, positive outlook, confidence in life, and a pursuit of beauty. It's about making people feel naturally comfortable and poetic when they're with him.

A romantic guy is popular wherever he goes.

Yun Mingyue was infected by his mood and began to hum a melodious tune. Chen Tangtang clapped her hands lightly to the rhythm, and even the boatman made sure to keep up with the rhythm of his oars.

Da da da~~

Enjoy the green willows drooping by the river, where magpies hold hands on a bridge.

Tender feelings are most lingering, like a broken thread that still connects to the lotus root.

After the rain and wind, they stayed together in the painted pavilion.

May this world be filled with romance, and may our love last forever.

The awning boat cuts through the water, shattering the sky reflected in the water, creating a shimmering effect.

Pedestrians on both sides of the river occasionally stop to admire the scenery, watching the small boats drift by.

Some people even thought this must be a unique activity in Xitang, and couldn't help but sigh that the trip was truly worthwhile.

After autumn arrives, it gets dark earlier, and the large red lanterns hanging along both banks of the river light up all at once. At this time, a light mist hangs over the river, creating a hazy and misty atmosphere. Looking at the houses, small bridges, red lanterns, green trees, light boats, and tourists reflected in the water, they appear and disappear, seemingly real yet dreamlike, a beauty that is breathtaking.

Zhou You helped the older women light the lanterns, and they each bent down by the side of the boat and placed their lotus lanterns on the water. The candle wicks flickered with warm light, and the lotus lanterns drifted away with the current.

The girls' delicate, white fingers gently traced the surface of the water, creating ripples—the ultimate gentleness could not have been more exquisite.

"Sister Bing, what did you wish for?" Zhou You asked Chen Tangtang, who was closest to him. She was clasping her hands together and muttering something with a devout expression.

“Wishes won’t come true if you say them out loud.” Chen Tangtang shook her head vigorously.

Zhou You had to change his target, but Yun Mingyue and Ning Moxin both refused to answer his question.

"It's a secret~~"

"I'm just a little curious about what the older sisters will wish for."

"I can only tell you, Xiaoyou, that all our wishes are related to you."

454. Sat for several hours

The awning boat finally stopped at a suitable spot. After politely greeting the boatman, I naturally paid the fare.

Zhou You led the older girls back to the ancient stone-paved road. The boat trip was fun at first, but after a while they started to miss the feeling of walking on solid ground.

"My legs are a little weak, Xiao You, let me help you." Ning Moxin leaned against Zhou You like a willow branch.

Like Ning Moxin, the other older women, taking advantage of the darkness so that passersby couldn't see their faces, boldly huddled together against him.

After sitting on the boat for several hours, the older women's legs were indeed weak and they needed to rest for a while.

Anyway, even if someone is paying attention to what's going on with them, at most they can only see three women snuggling intimately with one man, and they can't see anything else clearly, so they're not afraid of causing any trouble.

Zhou You, sandwiched between the three older women, blinked and obediently accepted their support, enjoying this unexpected stroke of good fortune.

The night scene in Xitang is very alluring, and it may be even more lively than during the day. People walk down the steps from the bridge into the covered corridor, where people are crowded together. It can be described as "the wind creates shade and people sweat like rain", a scene of great prosperity.

Zhou You accompanied the rested older women to release river lanterns, watch local operas, and listen to field songs near the long corridor. The lantern shadows, moonlight, arched bridges, and long corridor created a pleasant atmosphere. Watching the three older women, each with their own unique style and ancient charm, Zhou You felt as if he had traveled through time.

For dinner, we had the local specialty, "Dragon's Trotters for Sending a Son," made with high-quality pork leg meat and dozens of family-secret seasonings. It is repeatedly simmered, steamed, braised, and cooked over high and low heat until the meat is tender, falls off the bone, is rich but not greasy, and has a delicious flavor.

Zhou You, at Ning Moxin's subtle prompting, introduced the stories behind each dish, successfully eliciting exclamations of admiration from several of the older women.

Ning Moxin was feigning amazement, Chen Tangtang was genuinely amazed, while Yun Mingyue was only half amazed.

Even when trying to "show off" in front of the older women, Teacher Ning has to give hints. Teacher Ning must be really exhausted.

It seems that Zhou's 'education' journey is still quite long.

However, seeing him grow little by little is also a kind of fun. Teacher Ning does not feel depressed, but rather enjoys it.

The only thing she might have forgotten to consider is that if Zhou You really becomes 'powerful' one day, she might no longer be able to be mischievous.

The hero has leveled up to LV.999. Not even a little demon or the Demon King can cause any trouble.

She can probably only be Zhou You's obedient little wife, just as she promised him, letting him pose her in all sorts of strange ways.

After finishing dinner, the group set off again, taking their time along the way. There were plenty of snacks along the route, all traditional Jiangnan pastries, such as water chestnut cake and eight-treasure cake, which could be sampled before being purchased.

Chen Tangtang, without hesitation, tried a piece of each item, her round little face beaming with joy. Then, with a wave of her hand, she paid for everything and packed it all up, making the shopkeeper smile from ear to ear as well.

Such a generous guest is a rare sight indeed.

After strolling around the night view, the older women's favorite activity was the river lantern event. Nearly a thousand water lanterns dotted the surface of Xitang, each lantern carrying a wish. They watched quietly, smiles on their lips, hands clasped to their chests, silently making their wishes.

Unlike the bustling and glittering big cities, the small town had a serene and refined charm that delighted the three older sisters.

Before they knew it, it was already 7:30 pm, and the group had strolled over to Tangdong Street.

Tangdong Street is a street lined with bars, one after another. Each bar has red lanterns and strings of bottles hanging outside, and the exterior walls are decorated with all sorts of romantic and alluring phrases. The names of the bars are also varied and artistic, such as Tang Dynasty, West Wind and Lean Horse, and West Tang Breeze.

Zhou You and the older girls chose a rather unique bar that looked romantic and cozy. There was a resident singer with a guitar who had a pretty good voice, and most of the people sitting inside were groups of artsy young women.

Zhou You took the hand of the restless Chen Tangtang and, along with the other two older women, found a secluded corner to sit down. From there, they could see most of the bar and wouldn't be easily disturbed.

You can tell from where the guests are seated that couples generally prefer seats in the corners, while single men and women prefer more prominent seats. They may be hoping for an encounter, meeting a girl from the water town or a handsome young man.

Zhou You, who was accompanied by three older women dressed in Hanfu, undoubtedly attracted envious glances from many people.

"It feels pretty good." Yun Mingyue looked around the environment; it wasn't noisy but rather had a slow and leisurely feel.

"Mingyue, if you want to open this type of quiet bar in Hangzhou, I'm afraid it might not be popular," Ning Moxin reminded Yun Mingyue, knowing what she was thinking.

This ancient style and charm suits Xitang well because of the overall atmosphere of Xitang. When tourists come here, their mindset will be gradually influenced by the environment, and they will tend to prefer ancient styles in their choices of clothing, food, accommodation and transportation.

While Hangzhou boasts a rich cultural heritage, arguably even surpassing that of Xitang, it is ultimately a modern metropolis.

In other words, the atmosphere is gone. A bar with a traditional Chinese style can only be described as unique, not particularly attractive.

"It doesn't matter if it's not popular." Yun Mingyue clearly didn't care much about whether her specialty shop could make money; the most important thing was that she was happy.

A favorite thing is priceless.

“You told me before that you wouldn’t spend money recklessly.”

"If you invest in something you enjoy and experience joy from it, how can that be considered wasting money?"

"...Your standards are quite flexible."

"This is an essential quality for a successful businessman."

Yun Mingyue didn't take Ning Moxin's complaints seriously.