My and Their Anime-Style Otherworldly Survival Adventure

They made their way smoothly through the forest and arrived at a clearing. Considering Sania's physical condition, they stopped frequently along the way. Jiuxiao suggested that they cut some banana cores and gather some ripe bananas.

They went back to the place where they found the soapberries last time and picked up some yellowed, naturally fallen soapberries. These are good stuff, and Jiuxiao plans to come back and collect more when he has time, and it would be best if he could transplant a few soapberry trees to the vicinity of their residence.

Since they were all on the same route, Jiu Xiao and his group arrived at the lakeside cabin before sunset.

The lakeside cottage remained tranquil and peaceful, like a secluded haven. Jiu Xiao stepped forward first, gently pushing open the door. A faint scent of bamboo wafted out, mingled with the freshness of the lake water. He turned to signal everyone to enter safely, and everyone breathed a sigh of relief, their faces beaming with the joy of returning home.

As soon as Xiaoyuan entered, she looked around with great curiosity. This was her first time at the lakeside campsite. She had always heard Jiuxiao and Fite mention its tranquility and beauty, and now that she had seen it with her own eyes, it truly lived up to its reputation.

She couldn't help but walk to the window; when she chose to build the cottage, she had placed it at the highest point here. Looking out the window, she could see the shimmering lake in the distance, which filled her with a strange sense of peace.

Sania found a comfortable spot to sit down. Although her cold hadn't fully healed, the scenery along the way and the company of her companions had lifted her spirits considerably. She looked gratefully at Jiuxiao, who was busy tidying up the items they had brought. She couldn't help but feel even more admiration for this boy who always gave so quietly.

Fate then began inspecting the cabin's safety, ensuring no potential hazards were overlooked. She meticulously checked every corner to ensure everyone could rest peacefully. After completing the inspection, she approached Jiuxiao and softly asked if he needed any help. Jiuxiao smiled and shook his head, indicating that everything was under control.

While busy at work, Jiu Xiao pondered his next plan. He intended to lead everyone to dig up all the taro they had found the previous time first thing tomorrow morning to solve the team's current food problem. At the same time, he was also considering how to better utilize the resources here to create a safer and more comfortable habitat for the team.

Thinking of the potatoes he had planted last time, Jiu Xiao couldn't help but feel a little excited. Although he hadn't taken care of them since watering them once. He was either busy repairing the house or going to the beach camp to fetch things.

Those potatoes should be sprouting tender green leaves by now, right? It would be terrible if they all rotted in the ground. Thinking of this, Jiu Xiao couldn't help but worry, and he decided to go and check on the potatoes' growth.

After arranging dinner for everyone, Jiu Xiao slipped out of the small house and headed towards the potato field. It was already evening, and the sunset painted the sky like a tapestry, illuminating the earth with a radiant and gentle glow.

Bathed in the afterglow of the setting sun, Jiuxiao finally arrived at the small field. The sight before him both surprised and delighted him—the potato seedlings had not withered, but instead grew lush and verdant.

Rather, they're growing way too fast. Only half a month after planting, the potato seedlings are already knee-high. In Jiu Xiao's memory, mature potatoes are only about 40 centimeters tall. The potato growth cycle is three to four months; theoretically, half a month should be just the beginning of sprouting.

Gazing at the bean sprouts swaying gently in the breeze, Jiu Xiao fell into deep thought. He crouched down to examine these unusual potato sprouts closely. Their leaves were thick and vibrant green, and their stems were sturdy, completely unlike the typical growth pattern of potatoes.

A sense of unease welled up in Jiu Xiao's heart, but even more so, curiosity. Come to think of it, the trees and other vegetation on this island were unusually tall. Perhaps the oxygen content on this world was higher, causing both animals and plants to grow taller than on Earth?

Or is there some other energy promoting the growth of plants and animals? Jiu Xiao doesn't know, but perhaps this question can be included in future research topics.

Back at the camp, the girls had prepared dinner, but Jiu Xiao noticed that Sania was acting strangely.

Her face was slightly pale, and her eyes revealed a hint of fatigue. Although she tried her best to hide it, Jiu Xiao still keenly noticed the change. He immediately put down what he was doing, walked to Sania's side with concern, and asked softly, "Sania, what's wrong? Has your condition worsened?"

Sania forced a smile, shook her head, and said, "It's alright, Jiuxiao. I'm just a little tired from walking too much today. I'll be fine after a rest."

Jiuxiao was skeptical, but he didn't investigate further. He prayed silently, hoping that Sania would recover soon.

However, just like Murphy's Law, if something has the potential to go wrong, then the outcome will definitely be bad.

That night, after dinner, Sania's condition suddenly worsened, and she developed a persistent high fever. Fortunately, she remained conscious.

Misfortunes never come singly; that very night, a sudden downpour began. Just like Sania's illness, it was all so unreasonable.

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Chapter Forty-Two: After the Rain

The rain poured down relentlessly, large raindrops pounding against the roof with a deafening "pitter-patter." It seemed to want to destroy the roof along with the very fabric of reason. Looking at Sania lying on the makeshift bed, her face contorted in pain, I was filled with worry and regret.

He blamed himself, thinking that if he had been more attentive, he might have noticed Sania's discomfort sooner and taken timely action instead of letting the situation worsen by taking chances.

If we hadn't chosen the long journey today, and instead let Sania rest for a day, could this outcome have been avoided?

Jiuxiao shook his head, banishing these useless assumptions from his mind. Since it had already happened, regret and self-blame were useless. The most important thing now was to prevent Sania's condition from worsening and to implement proper isolation measures.

Unsure if it was a viral cold, Jiu Xiao had already kept Xiao Yuan and Fate away from Sania, moving them to a corner of the house to rest. If the other two also got infected, things would be even worse.

As for Jiuxiao himself, he was not afraid of these things. Having gained control over flames, he also gained flame resistance, which allowed him to directly control flames to sterilize himself.

Reaching out, Jiu Xiao touched Sania's forehead. Seeing the girl's face as pale as paper and her forehead covered in fine beads of sweat, Jiu Xiao's heart tightened. Just as Jiu Xiao was about to withdraw his hand from Sania's forehead, she pressed it down.

"Jiuxiao's hands feel so cool and comfortable."

Sania's voice was a little weak, and although she tried to act as naturally as possible, her trembling hands betrayed her.

A wave of indescribable sorrow welled up in Jiu Xiao's heart. He gently sat down, carefully placed Sania's hand back into his coat, and said softly, "Sania, you should rest first. I'll try to make you more comfortable."

He got up, filled his helmet with water, tore off one of his sleeves, soaked it in the water, and then gently placed it on Sanya's forehead, hoping to relieve her pain and fever.

He warmed some water and fed it to the girl. Given the limited resources, there wasn't much Jiu Xiao could do. He mostly stayed by her side, changing the sleeves of her cold compress. Xiao Yuan and Fate were in another corner, trying several times to help, but Jiu Xiao stopped them each time.

Sania felt this unique care, and her dependence on Jiuxiao deepened. When people are sick, both their bodies and minds become vulnerable. Although meticulous care may not help much with the illness itself, it can greatly comfort the girl's heart.

The night seemed exceptionally long amidst the raging torrential rain. Jiu Xiao sat beside Sania, his gaze never leaving her pale yet still beautiful face. Fortunately, Sania's condition had not worsened further, and her temperature seemed to have dropped slightly, stabilizing.

Gently taking the girl's hand under her coat, Jiu Xiao said softly, "Take a nap. Sleep will help you recover faster. Maybe you'll be fully recovered when you wake up."

Sania forced a smile and grasped Jiuxiao's hand in return.

"Can Jiuxiao stay by my side forever? Even when I'm asleep, don't let go of my hand."

Jiu Xiao was taken aback. He hadn't expected that the usually strong and independent Sania would show such a vulnerable and dependent side. A warm feeling welled up in his heart; the feeling of being trusted and relied upon made him feel flattered.

"Of course, Sania, I will always be by your side, now and in the future, until the mountains crumble and the heavens and earth unite."

Although Sania, being a Scandinavian, did not understand the meaning of "until the mountains crumble and the heavens and earth unite," Jiuxiao's feelings were indeed accurately conveyed to her.

Pointing to her cheek, Sania said shyly, "Good...goodnight kiss..."

It seems the girl was really delirious with fever; a normal Sania would never do something like this.

Looking at the soft, cute, and sickly beauty, Jiu Xiao couldn't resist and pecked her on the lips. This action made the girl blush and pull up her coat, covering most of her face, leaving only her big, watery eyes visible.

Despite having engaged in more in-depth conversations several times, Sania now acts like a girl experiencing first love, blushing so deeply she's practically dripping with shyness.

"Idiot, you idiot, I asked you to kiss my cheek. What if I infect you with something...?"

Jiuxiao laughed heartily.

"It's alright. In my hometown, there's a saying: 'Deep affection keeps illness away.' As long as there's love in your heart, diseases will stay away. Besides, maybe if you pass on your cold to me, you'll get better."

It's no wonder he's called Jiuxiao; even at a time like this, he can't forget his instinct to flirt.

Sania spat lightly, "You're such a chatterbox, always saying things that make people's hearts race..."

Having received the response she wanted (although the result was slightly off), the girl relaxed her tense nerves, and soon even breathing filled the room. Sania finally drifted off to sleep.

As time passed, the torrential rain gradually subsided, and the sky began to lighten with the first hint of dawn. Jiuxiao, exhausted from the long night, finally managed to fall asleep with a little peace of mind after confirming that Sania's condition had improved.

In his sleep, Jiu Xiao felt himself being pushed and shoved, and at the same time, he heard Xiao Yuan's soft voice calling his name.

"Nine Heavens Lord, Nine Heavens Lord, wake up! You'll get a stiff neck if you sleep like this!"

Jiuxiao groggily opened his eyes and saw Xiaoyuan standing by the bed with a worried look on her face, holding a glass of water in her hand. The sky outside the window was already bright, and the air after the rain was fresh. Sunlight shone through the window and fell on Sania's peaceful sleeping face, adding a touch of gentleness and tranquility to her appearance.

"Madoka, what's wrong?"

Jiu Xiao rubbed his eyes, sat up straight, and then turned his gaze to Sania, letting out a sigh of relief as he watched the girl's steady breathing.

Xiaoyuan handed him the water and said softly, "Jiuxiao-jun, you must be very tired after taking care of Sania all night. Have some water and relax. We're already preparing breakfast. Also, Sania's fever seems to have completely subsided, but it's best to observe her closely for a while longer."

Jiuxiao took the towel and gave Xiaoyuan a grateful look.

"Thank you, Xiaoyuan, it's so good to have you here."

Despite it being a simple conversation, Xiaoyuan blushed like a child being praised, scratching her head shyly.

"Hehe, it's nothing. We're all friends, so it's only right to take care of each other."

Jiuxiao took a sip of water and felt his energy recover slightly.

"Oh right, didn't I tell you not to go near here? What if you get infected too..."

Before Jiuxiao could finish speaking, Xiaoyuan interrupted him.

“Nine Heavens Lord, please don’t forget that I am not an ordinary person either. Besides, I was worried about Sania, so I secretly came to check on you. When I saw you sleeping so soundly, I was afraid you would catch a cold, so I couldn’t help but wake you up.”

Xiao Yuan blinked her big eyes and said with a serious expression.

As the saying goes, concern can cloud judgment, and Sania's situation somewhat panicked Jiu Xiao. He completely ignored the fact that Xiao Yuan and Fate were not ordinary people either, fearing that the girls would follow in her footsteps.

Chapter 43 Fate is still a child

Looking at Xiaoyuan's earnest expression, Jiuxiao felt a surge of warmth in his heart. He nodded and smiled, saying, "I know, Xiaoyuan, I appreciate your kindness. I'll be more careful next time, but thanks to you, I feel much better now."

Upon hearing this, Xiaoyuan breathed a sigh of relief, and a smile returned to her face.

"That's good. Lord Jiuxiao, go wash up first. Breakfast will be ready soon. Eat something first."

Jiuxiao stood up, stretched, and finally relaxed his muscles and bones after a long period of tension.

"Okay, Xiaoyuan, I'll go right away. You should go have breakfast too; you've been busy all morning, don't go hungry."

Jiu Xiao smiled and replied, then walked to Sania's bedside. Looking at the still-sleeping girl, he decided not to wake her and let her sleep a little longer.

Stepping outside, he saw a small figure busily working by the fire. He remembered that when he first transmigrated, Fate was a little girl who couldn't do any housework, but now she could skillfully manage everything in the house, which made Jiu Xiao feel a little emotional.

He tiptoed to Fate's side and found her intently grilling a piece of jerky. A mischievous impulse struck him, and he quietly approached from behind, then suddenly covered her eyes.

"Guess who I am?"

Fate was startled by this sudden action, her body trembled violently, and she almost dropped the jerky in her hand. But she quickly recovered, put down the jerky she was roasting, and a faint smile appeared on her lips as she said softly, "Brother Jiuxiao, stop fooling around, breakfast will be ready soon. You must have been very tired taking care of Sister Sania all night, right?"

Jiu Xiao chuckled, turned Fate 180 degrees so she was facing him, and pulled her soft body into his arms. The sudden intimacy made the girl's cheeks flush instantly. She struggled slightly, but quickly gave up resisting, nestled in Jiu Xiao's arms, enjoying this rare moment of warmth.

"Brother Jiuxiao, I can't make breakfast if you're like this."

Fate's voice was barely audible, carrying a hint of coy reluctance.

Jiuxiao gently nuzzled Fate's head with his chin and said, "Why bother with breakfast? I have Fate, that's enough. Just holding you like this makes me feel like all my fatigue and hunger have been cured."

Feeling the soft body of the girl in his arms and the faint fragrance of her hair. Even though everyone uses the same shampoo, the scents of the girls, whether it's Fate or Sania, are all different... Thinking this, Jiu Xiao wondered if he was being a little too perverted?

Sania was one thing, but Fate was still a child. Although he didn't have any romantic feelings for her, societal norms and moral constraints made Jiu Xiao feel a little ashamed of his actions.

He quickly released Fate, took a step back, and smiled awkwardly: "Sorry, Fate, I... I guess I was a bit too forward. You can continue with your work, I'm going to wash up."

Watching Jiu Xiao's slightly disheveled figure, a hint of regret flashed in her eyes. She didn't dislike Jiu Xiao's closeness at all; in fact, she even felt a faint sense of anticipation. But she couldn't fully understand or express this feeling yet, so she could only keep it silently in her heart.

'She can be completely open with Sania, but she always seems hesitant when facing me. Is it really because I'm still too young?'

Looking at her flat, unremarkable chest, Fate let out a rare sigh.

Adults are so cunning! For the first time, the girl felt a strong urge to grow up quickly.

Seeing this scene from afar, Xiao Yuan's eyes also flashed with a hint of sadness. It wasn't that Xiao Yuan liked Jiu Xiao so much now, but in this unfamiliar environment, only the attitude towards her was different.

Seeing the heartwarming interactions between Jiu Xiao, Fate, and Sania these past few days, Xiao Yuan often felt a sense of alienation, as if she were being excluded... This subtle feeling made her feel a little uneasy.

'Even though I'm just a soulless zombie, can I still have these human emotions...?'

Negative emotions were quietly brewing in her heart, and unbeknownst to Xiaoyuan, her soul gem was tinged with wisps of black mist.

Madoka Kaname is currently 30% corrupted!

At Jiuxiao's place, he went to the lakeside and washed the toolbox he had brought. He filled the box with water and hurried back to the camp. Besides himself, Sanya would also need to wash up after she woke up. Sanya had sweated a lot last night due to a persistent high fever, and wiping her body would make her feel better. Her clothes also needed to be changed.

The torrential rain at night had raised the lake's water level considerably, making it easier to fetch water. On the way back, Jiu Xiao took a slightly longer route, dug up a few taro roots, and planned to cook them into porridge for Sania.

Back at the camp, breakfast was already prepared. Xiaoyuan and Fate sat at the table, but hadn't touched their chopsticks. It seemed they were waiting for him to eat breakfast together. This feeling of being waited for warmed Jiuxiao's heart. He quickly walked to the table and said to the girls, "You don't need to wait for me. You eat first. I still need to wash up."

Seeing Jiuxiao return, Xiaoyuan quickly stood up and took the water tank and taro from his hands.

"Lord Jiuxiao, let me help you."

Xiaoyuan's voice was soft and slightly shy. She tried her best to show her thoughtfulness and hoped to fit into this warm little group.

Jiuxiao smiled and nodded, handing the things in her hand to Xiaoyuan before turning to wash up. Xiaoyuan carefully put down the water tank and began processing the taro. Although her movements were slightly clumsy, her eyes were full of seriousness.

Fate sat quietly at the table, watching Madoka's busy figure, and withdrew her thought of helping. Madoka's eagerness to participate was an attempt to integrate into the group, just like she had done before. In this unfamiliar world, the four of them should support each other and face the challenges of the future together.

After washing up, Jiu Xiao returned to the table and looked at the breakfast already laid out and the busy Xiao Yuan. He felt a little amused and exasperated. They had clearly told him not to wait for him. It seemed that if he didn't start eating, the girls were determined not to either.

Jiuxiao sat down, picked up his chopsticks, and said to the girls, "You've all worked hard. Let's have breakfast together."

"Brother Jiuxiao, come and try the breakfast I made."

With a smile, Fitt handed a golden-brown piece of dried meat to Jiuxiao.

Jiuxiao took the jerky, took a bite, and found it to be quite delicious. He smiled and nodded, "Mmm, it tastes great. Fate, your cooking skills are getting better and better."

Xiaoyuan chimed in, "Yeah, Fate is amazing, her cooking is even better than mine."

The harmonious dining atmosphere completely dispelled the gloom in Jiu Xiao's heart. Looking at the girls' bright smiles, he felt he could eat two more bowls of rice.

After breakfast, Jiu Xiao decided to check on Sania's condition. Although her temperature had come down, he still wanted to keep an eye on her.

Chapter 44 Nine Heavens A went up.