My and Their Anime-Style Otherworldly Survival Adventure

Her terrible lines and terrible actions, coupled with her flushed face and disordered breathing, made it seem like she had just had an orgasm.

Jiuxiao remained unmoved, not because he didn't want to move, but because he couldn't and dared not. From the moment Wei Zhi embraced him, he felt three piercing gazes. Fortunately, Mu Geng hadn't come today, otherwise, a fight would probably have broken out again.

Suppressing his inner turmoil, Jiu Xiao feigned indifference and said, "Oh, really?" His gaze swept over Wei Zhi's high-rising frontal armor a few times before he continued, "Then give me a demonstration of breaking a boulder on your chest!"

Upon hearing this, Wei Zhi's previously fiery expression froze instantly, as if she had been doused with a bucket of cold water. Her eyes widened as she stared at Jiu Xiao in disbelief, before a forced, polite smile appeared on her lips.

"Hehe, little brother Jiuxiao, you really love to joke. I don't have that kind of ability."

Wei Zhi chuckled twice, and then came her most outrageous move. Right in front of Jiu Xiao and the three women, she deliberately pulled up the collar of her slightly open kimono, making a big gesture as if she wanted everyone to see it.

"A vixen..."

Sania's voice was soft, yet it reached everyone's ears clearly. Wei Zhi, however, seemed not to hear, and chuckled, "Hehehe, the three little girls in the back, why don't you try it too? It's a lot of fun!"

She deliberately emphasized the word "small," her sarcasm running high. Fortunately, the three girls weren't as easily angered as Kisaragi, otherwise things might not have ended well today. But Miori's suggestion to have the three girls tested as well was exactly what Jiuxiao wanted.

The three girls, who were already holding their breath, didn't know how to restrain themselves and took turns being tested. First was Xiaoyuan. Although she was the weakest among them in normal circumstances, her physical abilities still surprised Weizhi. Moreover, the weapon she chose was a bow and arrow.

Then there's Sanya, whose excellent military skills seem incongruous with her exquisite appearance. Her combat power, unleashed after enhancing her body with magic, is also quite frightening. Moreover, the weapon she chose is a multi-barrel rocket launcher. Before Wei Zhi could even doubt whether she could withstand its recoil, Sanya had already easily shouldered the rocket launcher and accurately turned the enemies in front of her into ashes.

Finally, there was Fate, who, like Jiu Xiao, chose melee weapons. Her petite frame belied only Jiu Xiao's power, but she completely surpassed him in skill. According to Wei Zhi's speculation, Fate's overall strength might even exceed Jiu Xiao's! It must be said, she has a very accurate eye for talent.

After the four people finished testing, Wei Zhi was stunned into silence. But this was quickly replaced by excitement. It seemed she had truly struck gold this time, and with four of them at that! She had originally thought Jiu Xiao was invincible, but she hadn't expected someone to be even more valiant than him! Whose subordinates were these?

Having made up her mind, Wei Zhi immediately extended an olive branch to the women, and unsurprisingly, her request was rejected. Jiu Xiao immediately stated that they had already decided to join the agency he was about to create, and Wei Zhi, having failed to persuade them, reluctantly gave up.

Although Jiu Xiao's agency was affiliated with the Sima family, they could only be considered half her subordinates, and the other three weren't even half her subordinates. It was common knowledge that those working for Ni Hong weren't truly her subordinates, let alone even half of them. Therefore, he was still very disappointed about the failed recruitment attempt.

Things had developed to this point entirely within Jiu Xiao's plan. So he went along with it and offered to help Sania and Xiao Yuan with their household registration and the subsequent school transfers, thus owing her a favor.

Although Wei Zhi was unwilling, she knew that forcing things wouldn't work, so she pretended to be generous and accepted Jiu Xiao's suggestion, promising to do her best to help with the household registration and school transfer procedures. A sly glint flashed in her eyes, as if she was plotting other plans, but on the surface she maintained that warm smile.

Seeing this, Jiu Xiao remained completely calm. He would meet force with force and water with earth. Faced with overwhelming strength, all schemes and tricks were insignificant. Having the power to overturn the table meant he was inherently invincible.

In the days that followed, Jiu Xiao and Wei Zhi were both busy. Jiu Xiao was preparing for the opening of her agency while also melting down the gold coins she had brought from the other world and asking Wei Zhi to help her cash them out. The large amount of gold shocked Wei Zhi once again, but only for a moment; for her family's size, thousands of kilograms of gold were nothing to them.

Sania, Xiaoyuan, and Fate have already enrolled. Fate is in fourth grade, while Sania and Xiaoyuan are in eighth grade. Naturally, both are all-girls schools, and with the Sima family as their protector, they don't have to worry about being bullied at school.

Wei Zhi wasn't idle either. Using her family's influence, she secretly investigated the origins and backgrounds of Jiu Xiao and the others. The result, naturally, was fruitless; the group seemed to have appeared out of thin air. She had even helped two of them register their household registrations. Even more bizarrely, Jiu Xiao and Fite had registered their household registrations nine years ago. At that time, they were registered as 14 and 9 years old respectively, and there were even videos of them being interviewed online.

Nine years have passed, and both Fate and Jiuxiao still look exactly the same as they did in the video nine years ago. This discovery horrified Weizhi, who immediately issued a gag order to the personnel in charge of the investigation and halted all background checks on Jiuxiao and the others. He even thoughtfully altered their identities, changing Jiuxiao's age to 15 and Fate's to 9.

Sima Weizhi was a smart woman; she knew when to stop. Regarding the extraordinary abilities and secrets displayed by Jiu Xiao and the others, she realized that further investigation might only backfire and even threaten the safety of the Sima family. She understood that in this world, there are always beings beyond the comprehension of ordinary people, and Jiu Xiao and the others clearly belonged to that category.

She stopped trying to uncover their secrets and instead focused on maintaining a good relationship with Jiu Xiao and the others. Wei Zhi could tell that the group clearly sided with Jiu Xiao, and she was quite adept at using her "beautiful girl" advantage to get closer to him.

As time went by, Jiu Xiao's police and security office was finally fully established, and the relevant procedures were successfully completed with Wei Zhi's assistance. Although the office was not large, it had a prime location, not far from their residence, which Jiu Xiao had purchased at great expense through connections.

Now we're just one step away from officially opening for business. The Police and Security Office needs not only police officers (initiators) but also cursed children (facilitators).

Recently, Sima Weizhi has been frequently "bothering" them, each time bringing different desserts and snacks, trying to win them over with food. Although Jiuxiao doesn't know what she's up to, he has to admit that the snacks Weizhi chooses are indeed delicious, making it hard for the girls to resist.

"Little brother Jiuxiao, you must try this today. It's a new flavor developed by my family's pastry chef." Weizhi smiled and handed over a delicate pastry, her eyes sparkling with anticipation.

Jiuxiao took the pastry, took a small bite, and couldn't help but nod at the rich aroma and delicate texture: "It's really good, Sister Weizhi, your pastry chef is really skilled."

Miori's behavior greatly displeased Kisara, who was standing to the side. She crossed her arms, a mocking smile playing on her lips, and glanced at Miori, saying, "Sima Miori, don't you have a home? You come here every few days, bringing all this cloying sweet stuff. Are you trying to fatten us up?"

P.S.: Chapter 80 was rejected. I revised it several times but it still didn't pass. I don't know why it was rejected. I didn't write anything. I'll revise it again when I have time. Please understand and be patient.

Chapter 88 Aihara Enju's First Meeting

Upon hearing this, Wei Zhi's smile didn't fade; instead, it became even brighter. She elegantly waved her folding fan and said, "Oh dear, you're being too formal. Jiu Xiao calls you 'sister,' and he calls me 'sister,' shouldn't we be best friends? Besides, you were enjoying your meal, weren't you? If you keep being so petty, Jiu Xiao will start to dislike you, don't you think, Jiu Xiao?"

Jiu Xiao didn't dare to respond at all; how could he possibly answer that? So he changed the subject, saying, "I wonder what brings Sister Zhi to see us today?"

Wei Zhi smiled gently, a sly glint in her eyes: "Brother Jiu Xiao is truly clever, seeing right through my thoughts. Actually, I came here today to ask you what your requirements are for choosing a partner, or Initiator? The Sima family has a certain influence in the international Initiator oversight organization. Would you like your older sister to use her connections to find you a powerful partner?"

Ah, is this backdoor deal legitimate?

Jiuxiao shook his head, naturally rejecting Weizhi's suggestion. He already had a suitable partner in mind. At this time, Lan Yuan Enju should have already appeared, perhaps waiting for him at the International Initiator Supervision Organization.

Jiuxiao's refusal didn't upset Weizhi. She seemed to have expected this answer, and simply smiled gently, saying, "Since little brother Jiuxiao has already made up his mind, then I won't bother. However, if you change your mind in the future, or need any other help, remember to come find me anytime. Of course, you can also come to play with your older sister whenever you want. If you're willing to get rid of that annoying woman, Tiantong Musang, you can do whatever you want to your older sister~ you can do whatever you want."

Wei Zhi's words carried a hint of teasing and flirting, making Jiu Xiao scratch his head awkwardly. Mu Geng snorted coldly, pushing Wei Zhi's back towards the door while gritting his teeth and saying, "Sima Wei Zhi, you'd better leave now that you've finished talking. If you don't leave, don't blame me for being impolite! We don't welcome women like you with weird ideas on their heads here!"

Mikiko was half-pushed and half-shoved to the door by Mikiko, but she still maintained that playful smile. She turned around and winked at Jiuxiao, saying, "Jiuxiao, remember, my door is always open for you."

After saying that, Miori took advantage of Kisara's inattention, nimbly turned around, and slipped out of the room, leaving only a string of silvery laughter echoing in the living room.

Mu Geng closed the door, glared at Jiu Xiao, and complained, "Look at you! You always let her in so easily, and you even eat the food she brings. Aren't you afraid she'll poison you? You still eat it!"

Xiaoyuan was picking up a pastry when she saw the menacing Kisara, hesitated for a moment, and then put it back.

Upon hearing this, Jiuxiao gave an innocent look and said, "Sister Musang, don't be so sensitive. Sister Weizhi is actually a very nice person, and the snacks she brought were really delicious. Didn't you enjoy them yourself?"

"Delicious? Humph, I think you're completely infatuated with her!" Mu Geng angrily turned his head away, ignoring Jiu Xiao.

Sania also denounced, "Jiuxiao is a big pervert! He already has us, yet he's still fooling around with other women..."

Jiuxiao felt utterly innocent; he hadn't done anything yet, and he'd been accused of such a serious crime. He glared at Sania, making no attempt to hide the threat in his eyes.

"You've misunderstood. She and I are really just ordinary friends. It's not as complicated as you think. Sigh, Xiaoyuan and Fate are so understanding. They never suspect me without reason."

Xiao Yuan's lips moved, as if she wanted to say something, but after hearing Jiu Xiao's words, she swallowed back what was on the tip of her tongue. This was called striking first; knowing her personality, once Jiu Xiao said that, she definitely wouldn't dare to say anything. Poor Xiao Yuan, she was completely controlled by that scumbag Jiu Xiao again.

After dinner, when the others weren't looking, Jiu Xiao pinned Sania against the wall in the corner of the kitchen and threatened, "You little brat, Sania, you actually dared to team up with Sister Mugeng to harass me this afternoon. Haven't you been disciplined for three days and are now climbing on the roof? Get clean and wait for me tonight, and see how your husband will deal with you."

Sania blushed slightly at Jiuxiao's sudden wall slam, a hint of panic flashing in her eyes, but she quickly regained her composure, a sly smile playing on her lips. She gently pushed Jiuxiao's chest and said calmly, "Is that so? I'd like to see what you can do to me."

So, after everyone turned off the lights and went to sleep that night, Jiuxiao quietly slipped into Sania's room. A fierce battle was about to erupt; the details are best left unsaid, but Sania drank plenty of water that night...

It was another bright and sunny morning, and Jiu Xiao, feeling refreshed, got out of bed. Everyone else had already gone to school, leaving him all alone at home. After tidying himself up, Jiu Xiao put on a suit, trying to appear more mature. Today, he planned to go to the International Initiator Supervision Organization to find his partner—Lan Yuan Yan Zhu.

Upon arriving at his destination, Jiu Xiao showed the staff his credentials and paid a hefty fee. Then, someone led him to select a "Cursed Child." This act, akin to child trafficking, filled him with disgust, yet he felt helpless. Regardless of the International Initiator Oversight Agency's motives, they had indeed, to some extent, given these "Cursed Children" a chance to survive.

Jiu Xiao was led to a spacious reception room, furnished with several long tables and chairs, with documents and materials scattered on the tables. Without wasting time exchanging pleasantries with the staff, Jiu Xiao directly asked them to bring him a roster. He quickly flipped through the thick booklet, and soon a familiar name caught his eye, accompanied by a photograph—his target for the day—Lan Yuan Yanzhu.

“It’s her,” Jiuxiao said to the staff, pointing to the little girl on the roster. Upon hearing this, the staff immediately notified the relevant personnel to arrange a meeting between Lan Yuan Yanzhu and Jiuxiao.

While waiting, Jiuxiao paced back and forth in the reception room, lost in thought. Soon, the door was gently pushed open, and a little girl in a white dress walked in; it was none other than Aihara Enju.

Jiuxiao, upon finally meeting Lan Yuanyanzhu in person, felt none of the excitement he had imagined. The moment she entered, his gaze was fixed on her. She was a small, petite girl with long, flowing orange hair that reached her waist. Her eyes were vacant, as if burdened by endless sorrow and loneliness. Her steps were slow and heavy, each one seemingly telling a story of an untold past.

A strange pang of sorrow welled up in Jiu Xiao's heart. He realized that the Lan Yuan Enju before him was not the cheerful, generous, and precocious little girl he knew. From her resume, he learned that Lan Yuan Enju had just experienced several betrayals by humans and was in a stage of extreme distrust of others, her heart filled with scars.

He put aside his distracting thoughts, smiled, and walked towards Aihara Enju, trying to make his voice as gentle as possible.

"Hello, my name is Yuan Jiuxiao, what's your name?"

Lan Yuanyanzhu looked up, her gaze unfocused as she looked at Jiuxiao, as if she were facing thin air rather than him. After a long while, she coldly uttered a few words: "Lan Yuanyanzhu."

Jiuxiao nodded gently, trying to close the distance between them: "Yanzhu, it's nice to meet you. From today onwards, I will take care of your daily life. I hope we can become good friends."

As he spoke, Jiuxiao reached out his hand, wanting to shake hands with Yanzhu.

Yeon-joo's expression remained unchanged; she simply stood there silently, seemingly uninterested in, or even indifferent to, Jiu-xiao's words. Jiu-xiao's outstretched hand hung awkwardly in mid-air, but he wasn't discouraged. Changing someone's opinion isn't something that happens overnight, especially with a hurt child like Yeon-joo.

Withdrawing his hand without making a sound, Jiuxiao continued, "Yanzhu, although I don't know what you've been through in the past, there are differences between people. There are kind people in this world, and there are also people full of malice. Please give me time to prove my sincerity."

Regardless of whether Yeonjoo understood or not, Jiuxiao forcefully grabbed her hand and led her towards the door. Yeonjoo's hand was very slender and cold, like porcelain that could shatter at the slightest touch, which made Jiuxiao feel even more heartache.

Yeon-joo, her hand grasped, offered no resistance. Like a puppet on a string, she numbly allowed Jiu-xiao to lead her out of the meeting room. After completing the necessary procedures at the front desk, Jiu-xiao led Lan Yuan Yeon-joo out of the organization's doors. The spring sunshine shone on the two of them, yet it seemed unable to dispel the chill in Yeon-joo's heart.

Originally, Jiuxiao wanted to take Yanzhu to buy some daily necessities, but he discovered that Yanzhu was still unable to control the power of the Gastrea within her. Her bright red pupils were particularly conspicuous in the sunlight, attracting the attention of passersby, and some even pointed and whispered about Yanzhu.

Noticing the strange looks from those around them, Jiu Xiao quickly shielded Yan Zhu with his body. He didn't want this little girl, already scarred by life, to suffer even the slightest harm. He hailed a taxi and took Yan Zhu back to the villa.

Back at the villa, Jiu Xiao greeted, "Come in, don't be shy, just make yourself at home."

The door closed, but Yeon-joo remained standing in the entryway, her gaze blankly fixed on the interior of the villa, seemingly devoid of any anticipation for her new surroundings. After a moment of silence, Yeon-joo suddenly spoke, "Please stop with your hypocrisy. I don't need sympathy or pity. You're just like those other people, only wanting to use my power to make money for you. Anyway... anyway, I..."

The sudden outburst startled Jiu Xiao. Before the other party could finish speaking, he rushed forward and gently hugged Yan Zhu.

"Enough! Yeonjoo, stop talking, it's not like that..."

Yeon-joo's body trembled slightly, her red eyes flickered, but no tears fell, for she had already cried all her tears. Suddenly bound, Yeon-joo began to struggle violently in his arms. When that failed, Yeon-joo bit down hard on Gu-soo's shoulder, using all her strength, as if to unleash all her anger and resentment in that one bite.

Jiuxiao groaned, but did not loosen his embrace. Instead, he hugged Yanzhu even tighter, using his body heat to melt the ice in her heart.

Despite the excruciating pain in his shoulder, Jiuxiao continued, "Yanzhu, pain doesn't bother me. But I feel your pain deeply. I don't know exactly what you've been through that made you close your heart and stop easily trusting others. I'm not trying to take advantage of you; I want to be your friend, family, and someone you can rely on. Your strength is a part of you, and I won't force you to do anything you don't want to do. I just hope you can give me a chance to prove that there are still people in this world you can trust and depend on."

Jiuxiao's words were like a ray of sunshine, slowly seeping into Yanzhu's cold heart. Yanzhu's struggles gradually ceased, and the force in her mouth loosened. She raised her head, and for the first time, a trace of confusion and wavering appeared in her bright red eyes.

After speaking, Jiu Xiao slowly released his embrace, but his hand remained gently on Yan Zhu's shoulder, offering her silent support and encouragement. Yan Zhu lowered her head, lost in thought. After a long while, Yan Zhu suddenly collapsed into Jiu Xiao's arms, whether from exhaustion or some other reason, it was unclear. Jiu Xiao quickly picked Yan Zhu up and carried her to the sofa in the living room.

Jiuxiao sighed, looking at Yanzhu's slightly tired yet still childlike face, a feeling of indescribable sorrow welled up in his heart. He gently stroked Yanzhu's disheveled hair, his thoughts swirling.

Yeon-joo slept soundly, only waking up in the afternoon. When she woke up, she found herself lying on a soft sofa, covered with a soft blanket. Jiu-xiao, who had been watching Yeon-joo closely, smiled gently when he saw her wake up and said softly, "You're awake. Did you sleep well? Are you hungry? I prepared some food for you."

Yeonjoo sat up and looked around, realizing she was in an unfamiliar environment. It was then that she realized she had been adopted again. She looked down at the blanket covering her; it was the first time someone had covered her with a blanket while she slept, making her feel a touch of warmth.

Jiuxiao placed a bowl of steaming porridge in front of Yanzhu, sat down on the sofa next to her, and said, "This is porridge I cooked myself. Try it and see if you like it. You are very weak right now and need to eat more to replenish your nutrition."

Yeon-joo looked at the porridge before her, her heart filled with mixed emotions. She hesitated for a moment, but finally took the porridge and began to eat it in small sips. Seeing Yeon-joo eating, Jiu-xiao felt a weight lift from his heart. He quietly stayed by her side, his eyes full of doting affection, as if he were guarding a rare treasure. As long as she was willing to eat, it meant she still had hope for life.

After finishing the bowl of porridge, Yeon-joo felt much warmer, and the chill in her heart gradually dissipated. She put down the bowl and softly said "thank you," her voice low but filled with unprecedented emotion.

Upon hearing this, Jiu Xiao's eyes flashed with joy. He believed that time would slowly melt the iceberg in Yan Zhu's heart and soothe her inner wounds.

Chapter 89 Yanzhu's Change

That evening, everyone held a grand welcome party for Yeonju, warmly welcoming her into the family. While feeling sympathy for Yeonju's plight, they also felt the treatment of the cursed child was unfair.

On this night filled with laughter, Yeon-joo felt the warmth of home and a sense of belonging for the first time. Looking at the faces around her, beaming with genuine smiles, the cold corner of her heart seemed to be quietly melting.

After the party, Jiuxiao, who was really worried about Yeonju being alone in a room, arranged for her to stay with Fite.

Fite was gentle and understanding. She already knew about Yeonjoo's past from Jiuxiao, and therefore felt great sympathy and care for her. In the quiet of the night, Fite gently lay down on her side by the bed and said to Yeonjoo in her soft voice, "Yeonjoo, welcome here. I hope this place can be your safe haven. If you have any unhappy things in the future, you can tell me. I will always be there for you."

Hearing Fit's warm words, Yeon-joo's eyes welled up with tears. She had never imagined that anyone in this world would be willing to accept her unconditionally, offering her care and comfort. She whispered, "Thank you, I really..."

Fitt reached out and gently took Yeonjoo's hand, their hands clasped tightly in the night. That night, Yeonjoo slept exceptionally well, her dreams free of the usual gloom and fear, filled only with endless warmth and light.

In the days that followed, Yeon-joo gradually integrated into this big family. Gu-soo, Fite, and everyone else in the family silently protected Yeon-joo in their own ways, helping her overcome the shadows of her past. They spent many joyful times together, whether it was outdoor adventures or simple games at home, all of which brought Yeon-joo unprecedented happiness and joy.

Jiuxiao often stayed by Yanzhu's side, teaching her new knowledge and showing her the beauty of the world. He patiently listened to Yanzhu's feelings and encouraged her to bravely pursue her dreams. Under Jiuxiao's guidance, Yanzhu began to try to trust others and open her heart. She discovered that the world was not as cold and ruthless as she had imagined.

As time went by, Yeon-joo's personality underwent subtle changes. She became more cheerful and optimistic, no longer as withdrawn and aloof as before. She began to actively communicate with others and share her joys and sorrows.

Watching Yeonju's gradual transformation, Jiuxiao felt a surge of satisfaction and pride. Under his tutelage, Yeonju learned to control the power within her. This was primarily reflected in the color of her pupils; they were no longer a constant, bright red like a Gastrea's, but only turned red when she used Gastrea's power.

This allowed Yeon-joo to better integrate into society. She greatly envied Fate and the others for being able to go to school every day and make friends. Jiu-xiao noticed her longing and arranged for her to attend the same school as Fate. Since they were both nine years old, it was perfect for them to start school together and look after each other.

Six months passed uneventfully. During this time, not only were Yeon-joo's personality issues resolved, but Jiu-xiao's police and security agency also got on the right track. In addition to regularly hunting Gastrea in the surrounding areas every month to accumulate combat experience, Jiu-xiao also took Yeon-joo to take on some civilian commissions to enhance the agency's reputation.

Because of Jiu Xiao's youthful appearance, which was so deceptive, his abilities were often questioned. However, as Jiu Xiao completed challenging missions time and again, he proved his strength with his actions, thoroughly silencing those who looked down on him. This feeling of playing dumb to outsmart others was consistently satisfying for him, and he finally understood why protagonists in wish-fulfillment novels were so keen on hiding their true power. After each successful mission, seeing the surprised and incredulous looks on the faces of those who had once doubted him filled Jiu Xiao with a great sense of accomplishment.

After witnessing Jiuxiao's extraordinary fighting power, Yanzhu's admiration for him deepened day by day. She also completely abandoned her suspicion that Jiuxiao was using her power, because with Jiuxiao's strength, he had no need to rely on her at all.

Yanzhu, however, did not want to be just a pretty face. As an Initiator infected with the rabbit-type factor, she possessed considerable combat power. Her attacks primarily consisted of kicks, and coupled with the holmium boots that Jiuxiao had specially commissioned from Sima Heavy Industries, each strike contained astonishing destructive force.

That afternoon, Jiuxiao received a commission from a laboratory—to hunt down any Gastrea at stage 2 or higher and bring back a complete carcass sample for research. This kind of task wasn't too difficult for Jiuxiao and Yanzhu, but the reward was a full one million yen.

Jiuxiao arrived at the gate of Goutian Elementary School early, the school where Fate and Yeonju attend. Because Jiuxiao often picks up and drops off the two little ones, the security guard at the gate is quite familiar with him. While Jiuxiao chatted with the guard, Yeonju and Fate ran over happily, their backpacks bouncing merrily on their shoulders, their faces full of the ease and joy of being out of school.

From afar, Yeonju waved and called out to Jiuxiao, "Jiuxiao, I am here."

Jiuxiao smiled and waved back at them, his eyes full of tenderness and doting. When the two ran up to them, Jiuxiao chopped Yanzhu on the forehead.

"I've already told you not to call me by my first name. You should call me 'brother,' or like Fate, you can call me 'Jiuxiao brother.' Also, what's with your weird self-reference? (Enju's self-reference is 'warawa,' which means 'my concubine.' Some subtitle groups translate it as 'Miss Ben,' but I'm using the version from Baidu, which is 'my concubine.') You're just a little kid, and you keep calling me 'my concubine.' I've already told you not to watch those weird dramas."

Yeonjoo winced and clutched her forehead, a hint of grievance flashing in her eyes, but it quickly turned into a mischievous smile. She stuck out her tongue and said haughtily, "Hmph~ I told you not to hit my head. What if I become as stupid as that cow, Kisaragi? Kyusou is only a few years older than me, I don't want to call you 'brother'. Besides, don't you think my self-reference sounds too mature?"

Jiu Xiao's lips twitched. He was too lazy to correct him. Let him call him by his name if he wanted.

"If your sister Kisara heard you describe her like that, she'd definitely get a beating. Looks like you've forgotten how painful it was."

Watching their daily bickering, Fate couldn't help but chuckle. Her bright eyes sparkled as she found the interactions between Jiuxiao and Yanzhu both amusing and heartwarming. Gently tugging at Yanzhu's sleeve, Fate whispered, "Yeonzhu, don't argue with Jiuxiao. He actually cares about you a lot. Besides, I think Jiuxiao is right; we're still kids, and using those weird self-designations isn't really appropriate."

Upon hearing this, Yeon-joo pouted, feeling a little wronged.

"Who exactly are you on, Fate? How come you're saying the same thing too! You clearly said at the beginning that this self-reference was cool. But now that Jiuxiao said it, you've betrayed us. I think you're what everyone calls a 'brother complex'."

Fate blushed slightly at Yeonju's words. She secretly glanced at Jiuxiao and quickly waved her hand in denial: "No, no, I'm not a brother-complex. I just think what Brother Jiuxiao said makes a lot of sense. Besides, aren't you very attached to Brother Jiuxiao too?"

"I wasn't clinging to him at all! I was just... just giving him a chance to pursue me. After all, a beautiful girl like me is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity."

Fate: I treat you as a friend, but you want to be my sister-in-law, right?

Jiuxiao found it quite amusing to watch the two little ones bickering. He gently patted Yanzhu's shoulder, signaling her to stop, and then said, "Alright, you two little ones, stop bickering. We have a mission to do today."

Upon hearing that there was a mission, Yeonju immediately perked up.