My and Their Anime-Style Otherworldly Survival Adventure

As he spoke, he gazed at Sania with pleading eyes, his desire to "wash with you" practically written all over his face. Not only Sania, but even the naive Fate noticed.

Sania sighed helplessly. She'd come to terms with it; he was the only man there anyway, and she'd get what she wanted sooner or later. The main thing was, Sania didn't dislike him; on the contrary, she liked him very much. She'd already done far worse things, so what was a little more? The only thing she needed to consider was Fate's opinion.

He cast an inquiring glance at Fate, who nodded shyly and said, "If...if it's Brother Jiuxiao..."

Seeing that Fate had no objections, Sania naturally 'agreed' to Jiuxiao.

Sania said to Jiuxiao, who was full of anticipation, "No need, it's not safe to wash separately, let's all wash together."

Sania is such a good girl; even at a time like this, she still managed to find such a respectable reason for Jiuxiao. She really... I'm so moved.

Jiuxiao, overjoyed to receive the answer he'd been waiting for, grabbed Sania and kissed her fair cheek. Of course, not wanting to be neglected, Fate also received a light kiss on the cheek from the mischievous Jiuxiao. This left the girls blushing furiously, especially Fate, who practically turned into a 'steam princess'.

After some playful fighting, Sania added, "We can shower together, but Jiuxiao has to be blindfolded."

PS1: I haven't updated because I worked two night shifts. I hope you all are understanding and won't blame me.

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Chapter Twenty-Eight: Playing in the Water

Arriving at the lake, the water was crystal clear, shimmering and reflecting the afterglow of the setting sun, as if the whole world had been dyed with a gentle golden hue.

Although Jiuxiao was overjoyed to bathe with the girls, he also knew the importance of respect and boundaries. He gladly accepted Sania's conditions and gently covered his eyes with a clean strip of cloth.

"Okay, I'm ready."

Jiuxiao's voice carried a hint of barely perceptible tension and anticipation. He stood by the lake, wearing only a pair of panties, his hands gently gripping the ends of the strips of fabric, as if this would help him better control himself from stealing glances at the beauty that was about to unfold before his senses.

Sania and Fate exchanged a smile, a tacit understanding and trust flowing between them. They slowly stepped into the lake, the cool water instantly dispelling the day's fatigue and bringing a sense of comfort. Although Fate was shy, she gradually relaxed with Sania's company, and the two began to play in the water, their laughter echoing along the lakeshore.

Although Jiuxiao couldn't see, the sounds of water, laughter, and the occasional gentle touches he felt filled him with unprecedented happiness and contentment. He took a deep breath, the air filled with the freshness of the lake and the fragrance of the girls; at that moment, he felt as if he possessed the whole world.

Someone splashed water on Jiuxiao's face. The icy lake water made him shiver and he couldn't help but let out an "Ah!" followed by even more cheerful laughter from Sania and Fate.

"Jiuxiao, what's wrong with you? Why did you suddenly make that strange noise?"

Sania's mischievous voice carried a hint of smugness; she had finally caught a chance to tease Jiuxiao to her heart's content.

"Brother Jiuxiao, we're sorry, we didn't mean to."

Jiuxiao laughed and replied, "You two little rascals, watch how I catch you."

Following the sound, Jiuxiao lunged at Sania, only to miss. Sania had already moved quietly to another direction the moment the sound was made, waiting for Jiuxiao to take the bait.

Undeterred by his missed attack, Jiu Xiao stood in the water, carefully sensing the rustling of the grass around him, preparing for a fatal blow. Then, someone splashed water on the back of his head, and before he could react, he was hit on the side of his face as well.

Jiuxiao pretended to be angry, deliberately making a fierce face, and shouted: "Well, Fate-chan, you actually teamed up with that little witch Sania to bully me. I've spoiled you for nothing. If I catch you, I'll definitely give your little face a good spanking."

As he spoke, he began to wave his arms haphazardly, trying to "catch" the two laughing figures in the water.

Sania and Fate laughed so hard they almost fell over. They nimbly dodged Jiu Xiao's "attacks," occasionally sneaking up to gently pat his shoulder or back before quickly disappearing again, as if playing a silent game of hide-and-seek with him.

The girls were incredibly agile in the water; they were truly "like fish in water." Jiu Xiao circled around in the water several times but couldn't catch them. He was starting to get anxious, feeling that his dignity as a man and as an older brother had been seriously challenged. He stopped, took a deep breath, and tried to calm himself down, using his ears to catch the subtle sounds of water and laughter to pinpoint their location.

Just then, he suddenly felt a warm breath approaching him, followed by a soft body gently pressing against his back. Jiuxiao was overjoyed and whirled around, wanting to grab the "ambush." ​​However, when he turned around, he found no one in front of him, only the rippling lake and the distant laughter of Sania and Fate.

Judging from the suppleness of the "attacker," the person who had just pressed against her back was undoubtedly Sania; Fate wouldn't be that bold. Moreover, that reaction speed definitely involved cheating with magic; otherwise, she could have easily caught her just now.

"You, Sania, you actually used magic to cheat? Are you a sore loser?"

Jiu Xiao patted his head in annoyance, but he quickly laughed again, because this was the kind of life he had been pursuing. Being trapped in this awful place was already frustrating enough, but now he was finally completely free.

Just then, he suddenly heard a soft "plop" sound, followed by a chill from above. This time, someone had taken advantage of his momentary lapse in attention and quietly jumped into the water from the bank, deliberately splashing water all over him.

"Haha, Brother Jiuxiao is soaked to the bone!"

Fate covered her mouth and chuckled, while Sania laughed heartily. They kept splashing the water, provoking Jiuxiao with their actions, as if mocking his "impotent rage."

Jiu Xiao wiped the water droplets from his face, his expression darkening. While he wasn't exactly angry with the girls, the feeling of being passively attacked was extremely unpleasant. Suddenly, an idea struck him, and he lunged at the two girls again. Since he couldn't catch them, he'd just have to let them walk right into his trap.

Naturally, Jiuxiao's attack was fruitless once again. But he pretended to have a leg cramp and suddenly shouted, "Ouch, I've got a leg cramp!"

After saying that, he deliberately staggered and sank into the water, splashing water everywhere, looking quite disheveled.

At first, the girls didn't believe it, but as Jiuxiao performed more and more energetically, they all stopped playing around.

"Brother Jiuxiao, are you alright?"

Sania quickly approached, both of their faces filled with concern.

Jiu Xiao chuckled inwardly. Although it was a bit shameful to take advantage of the girls' sympathy, he was going to show them the wickedness of human nature today.

He feigned extreme pain, groaning, "It seems... I really have a cramp, I can't move..."

Before he finished speaking, he suddenly kicked off the ground, splashing water everywhere, and instantly pounced towards Fate and Sania with astonishing speed.

Fate and Sania were clearly caught off guard by Jiuxiao's move. They cried out in surprise and scattered in all directions. Taking advantage of Jiuxiao's surprise, he suddenly accelerated, grabbing one of them in each arm and pulling them into his embrace.

"Haha, got you guys!"

Jiuxiao laughed triumphantly, a satisfied smile spreading across his face. Fate and Sania struggled in his arms, complaining, "Brother Jiuxiao, you're cheating!"

"So cunning!"

But their faces were all beaming with joy, clearly thoroughly enjoying the game. Even the introverted Fate seemed to have forgotten all her troubles; at this moment, she was just an ordinary little girl, affectionately cuddling with her brother.

After capturing the girls, Jiu Xiao naturally wouldn't do anything to harm them. He simply stamped each of their little faces with a heavy seal, causing the girls to giggle.

The setting sun cast its last rays upon them, elongating their shadows. "If only time could stand still at this moment," Jiu Xiao prayed silently.

However, all good things must come to an end. As night fell and the stars began to adorn the sky, the three ended their special bath. They dressed and helped each other ashore.

On the way back to camp, Jiu Xiao turned on his phone's flashlight to illuminate the way. Everyone had gotten a little carried away with the fun today and hadn't kept track of the time.

Just as Jiuxiao was reflecting on his thoughts, a patch of plants on the shallow beach by the lake caught his attention.

P.S.: I don't know if everyone likes this kind of slice-of-life style, or if it's better to speed up the plot?

Chapter Twenty-Nine: The "Punishment" at Night

Jiuxiao stopped and crouched down, his gaze fixed on the seemingly ordinary plant. In the beam of the flashlight, the shield-shaped green leaves had long petioles with a red tip.

"What happened to Jiuxiao?" Sania asked curiously.

Jiuxiao said somewhat uncertainly, "This is taro, right?"

He carefully examined the plant, a strange sense of familiarity welling up inside him. He gently touched the tip of the red leaf stalk, his mind quickly searching for knowledge about plants.

"Taro? What's that?" Fate leaned closer curiously, her big eyes sparkling with a thirst for knowledge.

Jiuxiao stood up and explained, "Taro, also known as taro root, is a common root vegetable. Its leaves are shield-shaped with long petioles, and the top of the petiole usually has a red or purple section. This plant likes a moist environment and usually grows near water, although there are also dry taro varieties. It is also very productive."

Upon hearing this, Sania also crouched down to observe more closely.

"So, this plant is quite common here?"

Jiuxiao shook his head.

"Not necessarily. Although taro prefers a moist environment, it doesn't mean it can grow well everywhere. Factors such as soil and climate can affect its growth. Moreover, taro is a valuable food ingredient, and in inhabited rural areas, these wild taro would have been dug up long ago."

At this point, Jiu Xiao suddenly had a thought. He looked around and discovered that quite a few of these plants were growing on this shallow beach. Luckily, he found them while looking for a suitable bathing spot today, otherwise he would have suffered a huge loss. It seems he should explore the area more in the future.

"No matter what, let's dig it out and see if it's really a taro."

As Jiuxiao spoke, he found a thick branch and began carefully digging up one of the taro plants. Fate and Sania excitedly joined in, gently brushing away the soil with their hands, afraid of damaging this potential delicacy.

As the soil was gradually removed, a round, brown taro was slowly revealed. Jiu Xiao examined it carefully, a satisfied smile spreading across his face.

“That’s right, this is taro!” he said excitedly.

"It seems we might be able to add a new item to our menu from now on."

Because they didn't know if it was poisonous, Jiu Xiao didn't draw any conclusions immediately. The group dug up a few taro plants, noted the location, and returned to camp.

Back at camp, lacking a suitable method to determine if the taro was poisonous, Jiu Xiao decided to use the simplest and most direct method—testing it on himself! As a man with a system, he naturally wasn't afraid of any toxicity. (PS: Please don't follow Jiu Xiao's example and court death! If you find wild taro in the wild, never even think of tasting it!)

Jiuxiao boiled a taro, then took a small bite. Half an hour later, after confirming that he had no adverse reactions, he took a large bite. He repeated this process until he had eaten the entire taro before confirming that it was safe to eat.

Of course, everyone's physical condition is different. Jiu Xiao had the girls try it out using his own method before he felt at ease.

After confirming that taro was safe to eat, Jiu Xiao was overjoyed, as if he had discovered a hidden treasure. This meant he had a stable source of carbohydrates! Moreover, taro also contains dietary fiber and various amino acids and minerals, albeit in small amounts, but it's better than nothing; eating only meat isn't a good idea.

Before potatoes are mass-produced, taro may become the staple food source in the future.

On the dinner table, a new dish made with fresh taro was added. Well, it was actually just simple boiled taro with a little salt. But for Jiu Xiao and the others who ate meat and roasted banana cores every day, it was indeed a rare delicacy.

That night, since their new home was not yet completed, everyone spent the night in a makeshift camp surrounded by a fence.

Remembering how the girls had repeatedly teased him by the water earlier that day, Jiu Xiao decided to give Sania a little "punishment." As for Fate, well, she's still a child. He'll raise her for a few more years... cough cough, he couldn't think about it.

The three of them settled down to sleep in the makeshift shelter. Jiu Xiao would occasionally sneakily disturb Sania, who was lying next to him, trying to keep her from falling asleep. Sania glared at Jiu Xiao angrily a few times, but didn't put up much resistance for fear of disturbing Fate.

This only emboldened Jiu Xiao, whose hands slowly began to caress the girl's fair thighs. Sania's body tensed instantly, her cheeks flushing crimson. She lowered her voice and warned, "Jiu Xiao, don't do anything rash. Fate is right here."

Jiuxiao chuckled and whispered in response, "So that means it's okay as long as Fate isn't around?"

Sania was both ashamed and angry, but she couldn't show it. She could only suppress the strange feeling in her heart and move her body to the side, trying to get as far away from Jiuxiao as possible. However, Jiuxiao didn't seem to have any intention of letting it go.

"You were really brave when you splashed me with water during the day, but now you're giving in like this?"

Jiuxiao's words carried a hint of teasing, making Sania even more embarrassed. She bit her lower lip tightly, trying hard not to let her voice tremble, and whispered, "Jiuxiao, don't go too far, I... I'm really angry."

"Heh, whether you're angry or not is none of my business. But, well, it's not impossible for me to let you off the hook..."

As he spoke, Jiuxiao pointed to his lips.

Sania's cheeks instantly turned hot. Her eyes widened, her breathing became rapid, and she gripped Jiu Xiao's mischievous hand tightly, unsure of how to respond.

Seeing this, Jiu Xiao's lips curled into a smug smile. He slowly leaned closer to Sania and said in a voice only she could hear, "Well, have you thought it over? This is your only chance."

A flicker of struggle and hesitation crossed Sania's eyes. She glanced at the sleeping Fate, then at the playful face before her. They'd already kissed several times; one more wouldn't hurt. Finally, she gritted her teeth, closed her eyes, and tremblingly brought her lips to his.

Having succeeded in his evil scheme, Jiu Xiao had no intention of being polite; simple kisses were no longer enough for him.

The two played hide-and-seek in places where no one could see them. The defeated Sania was chased around by Jiuxiao. In the end, with nowhere to escape, she could only obediently submit to Jiuxiao's wanton actions.

As they became intimate, Sania responded awkwardly. Gradually, Jiuxiao's hands began to wander...

In short, Jiuxiao had a pleasant night. Sania's magic power also recovered considerably, making it a win-win-win night for both Jiuxiao and Sania – each winning twice!

Fate: Meow meow meow! What about me?

Chapter Thirty Moving to a New Home

The next morning, Jiuxiao woke up refreshed. Ignoring Sania's resentful gaze, he hugged the groggy Fate and greeted her, "Good morning, Fate-chan! You're as cute as ever today!"

Sania rolled her eyes. "Pah! What a jerk! He's already fallen for someone else so quickly." (Just kidding.)

Jiu Xiao's sudden action made Fate's small body stiffen. It took her a while to react before she gently hugged Jiu Xiao back.

"Good morning... Good morning, Brother Jiuxiao. Why does Brother Jiuxiao seem so happy? Did you have a sweet dream?"

Jiuxiao quickly released Fate, awkwardly touching her messy blonde hair, and said, "Well, I guess so, don't you think so, Sania?"

Seeing the flames of war spreading to her, Sania muttered under her breath, annoyed, "The petty man has gotten his way."

Upon hearing this, Jiu Xiao simply chuckled and didn't continue arguing with Sania. He looked up at the sky; sunlight was already filtering through the leaves and spilling into the camp, signaling the start of a new day.

The main structure and surrounding walls of the house are now complete. The remaining work includes sealing the roof and filling the gaps between the bamboo with mud. A ditch needs to be dug around the house to prevent rainwater from flooding inside.

Also, the crocodile meat that we started marinating a few days ago is almost ready to be smoked. While mentally planning today's itinerary, Jiu Xiao called on the girls to prepare breakfast.

The weather has turned noticeably cooler lately; I wonder if autumn or winter is approaching in this world. Anyway, some tree leaves are starting to turn yellow, so I need to speed up the process of stockpiling food. And I need to hurry and dig up the taro I found yesterday. There's a mountain of things to do, giving Jiu Xiao a sense of urgency.

He stood up, stretched, and felt the cool morning breeze on his face. He turned to the girls and said, "We have a lot of work to do today, so we need to start preparing early."

After a quick breakfast, Jiu Xiao began assigning tasks. He tasked Sania with building the smoking racks for the meat, while he and Fate were responsible for the roofing and other finishing touches. Under Jiu Xiao's guidance, everyone gradually got into work mode.

Fate and Jiuxiao arrived at the bamboo forest, selected some suitable bamboo, cut it, and brought it back to the camp one after another.

Then we can start to put the roof on. First, cut the bamboo to the required length, and Jiuxiao hands the bamboo to Fate, who can fly, on the ground. For the six-meter-long house, place a bamboo horizontally every 0.5 meters, and then tie these bamboos to the walls.

Next, Jiuxiao began to weave the remaining bamboo into a bamboo net. Weaving a bamboo net that was more than six meters long and four meters wide directly was too troublesome, so he planned to weave three bamboo nets, each two and a half meters long, and then splice them together. In order to ensure that the bamboo net had a certain strength, the bamboo strips were cut relatively wide, which made the weaving a bit difficult. It wasn't until the afternoon that he and Fitt finished weaving the three bamboo nets.

Lay the woven bamboo netting on the roof, secure the joints with vines, then use a few ropes to fix the bamboo netting to the wall. Finally, cover the bamboo netting with a layer of banana leaves, and you're almost done.

It's thanks to Fate's ability to fly that these steps could have been completed.

Over the next few days, the group found clay, mixed it with hay, and spread a thick layer of mud on the banana leaves on the roof to enhance its waterproofing. After the mud dried slightly, they covered it with another layer of hay, which would keep at least 99% of the rainwater out.

Meanwhile, the walls were also brushed with a layer of mixed mud. Although these tasks were tedious, they progressed quite smoothly thanks to the joint efforts of Jiuxiao and the girls.