I opened the refrigerator to find something to eat.
Fortunately, there are still some ingredients left from what we bought earlier, such as eggs, bread, and milk.
He put on his apron, turned on the stove, heated the pan, poured in the oil... The familiar routine helped him regain some composure.
His restless heart gradually calmed down as the aroma of fried eggs filled the kitchen.
Just then, a noise came from the kitchen doorway.
When Zhang Shaozhong turned around, he almost dropped the fried egg because his hand slipped.
Ling Qingxue and Ye Meier walked in one after the other.
Both of them had already changed into their everyday clothes.
Ling Qingxue was still dressed in an elegant white dress, looking as aloof as a fairy, but there was still a faint blush on her fair earlobes.
Ye Meier was wearing her newly bought tight T-shirt and hot pants, looking hot and sexy, with a mischievous smile on her face, her eyes scanning back and forth between Zhang Shaozhong and the fried egg in his hand.
"Hey, Mr. Head of Household, you've already jumped into the role of 'stay-at-home husband' so quickly?"
Ye Meier grinned and leaned closer, unceremoniously grabbing a freshly sliced sausage from the side and stuffing it into her mouth. "Mmm~ I'm starving!"
Ling Qingxue quietly walked to the dining table and sat down, her gaze fixed on Zhang Shaozhong's busy back, her eyes filled with complex emotions, and it was unclear what she was thinking.
Zhang Shaozhong felt uncomfortable under their gazes, especially Ye Meier, who was practically pressed against his back, her warm breath tickling his neck.
"It'll be ready soon! You guys go wait outside!"
He frantically flipped the fried eggs, eager to get these two masters out of the house as quickly as possible.
"What? You're looking down on us?"
Ye Meier pouted in dissatisfaction. Instead of leaving, she hugged his waist from behind, rested her chin on his shoulder, and looked at the sizzling eggs in the pan. "I'm going to stay here and keep an eye on you. What if you sneak a bite?"
Zhang Shaozhong's body stiffened instantly, and he almost dropped the spatula in his hand.
He could clearly feel the two soft mounds pressing against his back and the faint fragrance emanating from Ye Meier's body.
Ling Qingxue sat at the dining table, looking at the two people who were almost touching in the kitchen, and her brows furrowed almost imperceptibly.
She picked up the water Zhang Shaozhong had poured for her, took a small sip, and then said softly, "Mei'er, don't disturb Shaozhong while he's cooking."
Her voice wasn't loud, but it had a strange penetrating power.
Ye Meier turned around and made a face at her: "Mind your own business! I just love watching my master cook! If you're so capable, why don't you try it yourself!"
Ling Qingxue paused in her hand holding the water glass, and then actually stood up and walked over.
Unlike Ye Meier, she didn't try anything. Instead, she stood on the other side of Zhang Shaozhong, watching his somewhat clumsy but earnest movements, and suddenly asked softly, "Do you need any help?"
Zhang Shaozhong was flattered and quickly shook his head: "No need, no need! Fairy, please sit down! We'll be eating soon!"
Oh my god!
The fairy actually took the initiative to ask him if he needed any help!
Did the sun rise in the west?!
Seeing this, Ye Meier was not to be outdone. She released Zhang Shaozhong's waist, snatched the spatula from his hand, and said, "I'll flip it! I'll flip it! Let me show you my cooking skills!"
As a result, she didn't control her strength well and broke the fried egg, with the yolk spilling all over the bottom of the pan...
"Uh..." Ye Meier blinked awkwardly as she looked at the mess in the pot.
Ling Qingxue glanced at her indifferently, her eyes seeming to say, "You're more trouble than you're worth."
Zhang Shaozhong quickly took the spatula to save the day: "Let me do it..."
Finally, after a chaotic scene, breakfast was served safely: fried eggs, toast, milk, and cut fruit.
The three sat around the table for a meal, but the atmosphere remained somewhat awkward.
While munching on her bread, Ye Meier secretly rubbed her foot against Zhang Shaozhong's calf under the table, and winked at him.
Zhang Shaozhong felt a chill run down his spine and could only bury his head in his milk, pretending not to feel anything.
Ling Qingxue quietly ate her own portion, her movements elegant, seemingly unaware of the subtle movements under the table. However, when she occasionally glanced at Zhang Shaozhong, her gaze would inexplicably make his heart race.
"Ahem," Zhang Shaozhong felt he couldn't continue like this and had to find something serious to talk about. He cleared his throat. "Um... Fairy, Big Sister, our strength has improved quite a bit now. What are our plans for the future? We can't just stay at home all the time, can we?"
Ye Meier's eyes lit up: "Of course we're going out to have some fun! I'm currently in the mid-stage of Body Forging, which is equivalent to the peak of Foundation Establishment. With your freakish Chaos Body and that fake Qinggao Golden Core, as long as we don't run into those old fogies, aren't we just going to be able to walk sideways in this mortal world? Let's find some fun! Like... taking down a few evil dens? Or exploring those legendary secret realms?"
Ling Qingxue put down her milk cup and pondered, "Let's leave the fun aside. However, we do need to actively gather resources. Although the spiritual energy in this world is thin, there may still be abandoned caves, secret realms, or items containing special energy. Official channels may also provide some clues."
Zhang Shao nodded in agreement: "Yes! We have to take the initiative! Make money, find resources, and improve our strength! Although we've dealt with that Siamese Ghost King, who knows if any other troubles will come knocking?"
He paused, looked at Ling Qingxue, and asked somewhat embarrassedly, "Fairy, didn't you say before that you could refine higher-level pills? For example... pills that can help break through bottlenecks? Or pills that can quickly restore mana?"
Ling Qingxue nodded slightly: "Once the Golden Core is formed, you can try to refine the 'Condensation Pill,' which is quite helpful for Foundation Establishment cultivators to break through minor bottlenecks. The 'Returning Essence Pill' can also be refined, which can quickly restore mana. However, the required medicinal materials are more precious and rare."
"The medicinal herbs are fine!"
Zhang Shao patted his chest confidently, "I'll figure out the money! Don't we still have the 'Qingxin Dew' line? Let's refine more, or develop some new products! Anyway, those rich people are willing to spend money to prolong their lives and improve their health!"
Ye Meier also became interested: "This is fun! I can add some 'ingredients' to it, and I guarantee they'll be in ecstasy... oh no, I mean the effect will be amplified!"
Zhang Shaozhong was speechless: "Big sister! We're doing legitimate business! We can't do anything reckless!"
Watching the two bickering, Ling Qingxue's lips curved into a barely perceptible smile.
This kind of everyday life, full of warmth and purpose, doesn't seem... so bad.
Lunch ended with this discussion about future plans.
After clearing away the dishes, Zhang Shaozhong looked at the bright sunshine in the courtyard, then at his companions—one aloof and ethereal, the other alluring and seductive—and felt a surge of energy.
Although the future is uncertain, and although enjoying this "blessing of having multiple wives" is a bit nerve-wracking, this kind of life seems... not so bad?
"Let's go!" He stretched. "Let's go see Mr. Mo first and see if there's any new information or requests!"
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