We moved to Golden Courtyard

What? Alicia?

This newbie was only slightly better than her first time, but fortunately Mei was there from the start tonight, so she could relax and hang out behind Mei.

Then he and Xu Qi played with Mei together, yes, "together".

The scene was quite chaotic.

Especially with both girls having such outstanding figures, Xu Qi felt enveloped in a soft, pliable sensation all night long.

Today is the last day in Guangcheng. Since no one had anything they wanted to do, they all chose to relax in the villa and get some rest.

Xu Qi also had the same plan.

So he was currently lying in Mei's arms, with Airi sleeping on his stomach, and the three of them were leisurely watching a movie in the room—a horror movie that Airi hated the most.

"Speaking of which, where's the professor? Last night I was all prepared for Möbius to burst in halfway through."

Xu Qi glanced sideways at Mei behind him.

It has to be said that Mei is increasingly giving off the feeling of a married woman. When she sits there quietly, she used to be a literary girl, but now... she's a Yamato Nadeshiko (ideal Japanese woman).

The condition is that she doesn't speak.

But actually, Mei can only be so lively when she's with Xu Qi. For ordinary people, all they get from Mei is a polite but distant smile.

"So you were so confident last night because you thought the professor would come in?"

Mei's eyes darted around, and she changed the subject.

"She's been helping me research some gadgets lately, and she and Sister Wilvi are working on them so hard they're practically forgetting to eat or sleep. You know how the professor is; once she gets into a passion, it's hard for anything else to sway her."

That's true...

“But you can’t stand this kind of thing, right… what if those desires build up?” Mei looked at Xu Qi with a pitying gaze. “You’ll really be drained dry, won’t you?”

……

Xu Qi immediately glared fiercely at Mei, then turned his head and took a small bite of the steamed bun through her clothes.

"Hey! Are you trying to kill me?! It's still daytime!"

It's as if it doesn't work during the day.

With her head resting on Xu Qi's stomach, Alicia pouted – these two guys are really in high spirits.

Although she was blaming him, Mei still let Xu Qi rest his head on her chest and held him in her arms, just like he usually held her.

Mei finally understood why Xu Qi liked hugging her so much...

Holding your loved one in your arms definitely feels different.

"After you get back, you'll be throwing yourself into work, right..."

"Yes, resign first, then start the job."

Mei nodded gently. By now, she had long since shed that slightly humble mindset. Mei was no less capable than anyone else; this confidence was something Xu Qi had instilled in her.

"Will that be very busy?"

"do not know."

"Hmm..." Mei seemed thoughtful, ignoring Airi who was still present. Despite being just a sophomore college student, she said, "I will stay at home and fulfill my responsibilities as a wife."

Xu Qi looked at Mei with some surprise, and Ai Li looked at her with the same surprise, as if she hadn't expected that she would have such an understanding.

"School starts in September, and you'll have to go to school then."

"There's no conflict. I'll still have to work in the future, does that mean I won't be your wife anymore?"

That's true...

Xu Qi smiled.

"Then I will also fulfill my responsibilities as a husband, my dear Mei."

Ellie pouted. Wait, wait... This is so sweet! I've been fed a mouthful of dog food (a Chinese slang term for witnessing public displays of affection). But I'm Xu Qi's wife too, okay? Who says a concubine isn't a wife?

Ellie quickly got up and leaned over Xu Qi, hooking her arms around his neck.

"what about me?"

Mei seemed to realize that Airi was also there, and blushed as she looked away.

Xu Qi affectionately nudged Alicia's nose and said, "You too? My little darling."

"Hehe?~~"

"Is it your little baby?"

The sudden sound made all three of them freeze. Generally speaking, at this time, there is only one possibility for someone to enter this room—Mebius.

Just then, eerie background music started playing on the TV. Mebius frowned and turned the TV off.

"What the hell? You're causing trouble the moment I walk in?"

Xu Qi waved his hand, as if to say—it was made by the TV station, not by me.

"Professor, what brings you up here?"

“We’ve made some progress on what you asked me and Velvi to do, so we came up to rest for a bit, and then…” Mebius’s gaze lingered playfully on Ellie.

Ah... I got caught red-handed by my best friend.

After locking the door, Mebius rubbed his hands together, watching Xu Qi's deathly pale face.

"Hmm... So, how should we proceed with this enjoyable part?"

Xu Qi was about to get up when he found he couldn't move—Alissia and Mei, one in front and one behind, pressed him down onto the bed.

Holy crap... Infernal Affairs!

"Hehe! ~~The snake's going to eat you up~~Xu Qi~~"

"No...no...please don't, Professor!"

After taking off her white coat, Mebius went straight to the bed and pounced on Xu Qi. The three of them had a clear division of labor: Mei smiled mischievously and helped Xu Qi get into the mood as quickly as possible, while Mebius displayed her serpentine and alluring figure.

She wriggled and clung to Xu Qi, unbuttoning his shirt. Ellie kissed Xu Qi's lips, preventing him from moving—oh no, she was about to be...taken over by three female hooligans.

Before long, Xu Qi's eyes turned red, and then, amidst Mebius's morbidly coquettish laughter, he began his conquest.

"Hmm! ~~ Now you can't escape, my cute little guinea pig~~"

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That evening, when Pado saw Xu Qi enter the room looking exhausted and rubbing his back, she immediately realized what was going on.

"So you paid the fine during the day this time?"

"Kitty, this isn't just paying a fine...this is paying off a mortgage..."

Paddo's expression changed drastically—why is this kind of thing called paying off a mortgage?!

Even when boarding the plane the next day, Pado's mind was still filled with this question—what's the difference between paying a fine and paying off a mortgage?

The plane is Eden's private jet. After dropping off her group in Shanghai, Eden will take this plane to continue her journey to England.

Apart from the two necessary flight attendants who also served as maintenance personnel, there was no one else on the plane.

Qianjie was playing video games with Kosmo, while Kevin and Sue were lounging on the sofa reading newspapers like retirees.

After Aponia put Gretchen to sleep, she chatted with Eden.

Mei and Airi, along with Professor, Velvet, Fu Hua, and Paddo, formed a group of six playing cards together—laughter filled the air.

As for Xu Qi?

He sat by the window, watching the white clouds outside gradually disappear into the distance.

Every now and then, he would hum a song softly.

Xu Qi was able to enjoy some long-awaited time alone, and everyone was considerate enough not to disturb her.

We moved to Golden Courtyard, and in the blink of an eye... more than half a year has passed.

Many things happened during this time, with tears and laughter, and the emotions were always there.

And it seems that the next stage of my life is just around the corner...

"Buzz!~~"

Suppressing his excitement, Xu Qi answered the phone call.

"came back?"

"Yes, I'm back. My vacation ended early."

"That's good... Well then, although it's a bit early, I still want to say welcome to ETStudio, Xu Qi."

……

Xu Qi took a deep breath.

“It is my honor, Miss Bronya.”

186. It's just sibling affection, why are you panicking?

The plane landed smoothly at Eden's private airport in Shanghai.

The moment their feet touched the ground, even though they hadn't yet reached the Golden Courtyard, they already felt a sense of coming home. Perhaps this is the sense of belonging that comes from staying in a city for a long time.

Xu Qi and the others turned around. Eden was still standing by the cabin door, having chosen not to get off. Everyone knew that her journey would continue for some time.

Kevin asked, "Don't we go back to the Golden Courtyard to rest for a bit?"

Eden shook his head.

"Now that the holiday is over, we need to get back to work as soon as possible. Whether we rest or not, it's all the same."

……

Actually, they're different... But Xu Qi also knows why Sister Eden left so quickly—just like Sakura, no one is good at saying goodbye.

Ellie stood beside Xu Qi, waving and saying, "Once you're done in England, head back to Golden Garden! Don't overwork yourself, okay? My dear Eden!"

With a smile, Eden waved to the crowd.

"Don't worry, Ellie. Well then, everyone, goodbye."

Goodbye, Sister Eden!

"farewell."

"We'll keep messaging you, Eden!"

Amidst the blessings of the crowd, Eden slowly looked at Xu Qi.

With a soft sigh, Xu Qi suddenly walked back up the gangway and, under the gaze of everyone, hugged Sister Eden at the door.

What?! Ah?!

After all, such a warm hug is no longer limited to private moments when the two of them are alone. Although it's not exactly in public, it's practically the same for Eden!

After all, everyone in the Golden Courtyard is still watching...

This woman, who has reached the pinnacle of both the business and art worlds, showed a look of panic for the first time.

"Xu Qi! You..."

"Didn't you tell me? We're siblings, and this is just sibling affection. We shouldn't have any other thoughts, right?"

Eden's face flushed red—this brat, he's bullying me now!

She glared fiercely at Xu Qi, but seeing his grinning face, all her anger vanished. So, her glare became alluring.

Eden pulled Xu Qi in front of him and, where no one could see, secretly... kissed Xu Qi.

If he's not afraid, then what am I afraid of?

Finally, Eden glared at Xu Qi, gave him a gentle push, and said softly, "I'm not here anymore, so you can't do anything reckless, okay? Take good care of yourself."

"Don't worry, Sister Eden."

As he left the gangway, Xu Qi waved goodbye to Eden one last time.

"But I can't guarantee what might happen, so if you're worried about me, Eden, you'd better come back sooner rather than later!"