Time flew by and it was New Year's Eve. Wanting to have a more lively time, they didn't stay in the villa area, but instead went to the Yunhai Yipin luxury apartment in the city center to celebrate the New Year.
The house was decorated with festive decorations from the inside out, with red lanterns, couplets, and various small ornaments. The parents even changed into a festive new Chinese-style outfit.
From the morning onwards, Shi Xing's phone was constantly receiving various congratulatory text messages and phone calls.
They also received a bunch of gifts from brands and partners in Shanghai.
Shi Xing couldn't reply to everyone, so he posted a unified reply on his WeChat Moments, which finally calmed things down.
Last year they spent the Spring Festival in another province, but this year they're at home, and the two parents are determined to show off their skills.
Ever since Shi Xing hired a chef to cook for them at home, the two of them have been cooking like idiots. It just so happens that the two of them will be in charge of cooking for today's New Year's Eve dinner.
Meanwhile, Shi Xing and his two siblings, along with Xu Bai, assisted them from the side.
The parents felt extremely satisfied seeing their children chatting happily while picking vegetables.
After having our New Year's Eve dinner at six o'clock, everyone sat together in front of the TV to watch the Spring Festival Gala. Although it wasn't as good as it used to be, just having it on was still a way to experience the festive atmosphere.
Fireworks and firecrackers are prohibited in the city. Shi Qi set off a few sparklers on the terrace before reluctantly returning to her room.
Since there was no room for Xu Bai here, Shi Xing and he went to her own apartment.
In the morning, Shi Xing and he went back to his parents' house for breakfast.
Shi Xing and Xu Bai each handed out a thick stack of red envelopes: "Mom and Dad, Happy New Year to Big Brother and Xiao Qi!"
The three of them accepted the red envelopes and also prepared red envelopes for her and Xu Bai: "Happy New Year to Xingxing and Xiaobai too!"
Shi Qi also took out the red envelope she had prepared: "For my sister and brother-in-law Xu Bai!"
With a gentle smile, Xu Bai took out another red envelope from his pocket: "Good girl, here's another one for you."
Shi Qi accepted it with a smile: "Thank you, brother-in-law!"
Shi Xing, standing nearby: ...
When she sat down on the sofa and started scrolling through her phone, she realized she hadn't checked in for the day.
"Sign in."
[Successful check-in rewards you with ownership of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company]
"The Ritz-Carlton?"
"Yes, that's right~ Jiu Jiu wishes you all your dreams come true and a peaceful and prosperous new year!"
"Thank you, Jiu Jiu!"
Founded in the 19th century, The Ritz-Carlton is a luxury hotel and resort brand with more than 70 hotel properties in major cities in 24 countries.
As one of the world's premier luxury hotels, it has always adhered to classic style.
Because of its extreme luxury and elegance, it has always been known as "the roof of the world", and its motto, "We serve gentlemen and ladies with the attitude of gentlemen and ladies", is considered a classic in the industry.
No matter which city it is in, as long as there is a Ritz-Carlton hotel, it is always the first choice for national dignitaries and social celebrities.
This hotel company never expected that Jiu Jiu would give it away to her for free today.
"Jiu Jiu, I love you!"
Jiu Jiu also made a heart shape with her hands: "Jiu Jiu loves her host too~"
Shi Xing smiled, his eyes shining as if a thousand stars were shining brightly.
After nine o'clock, a steady stream of relatives started coming to pay their respects for the New Year. Because of the privacy and security of the community, the security guard would send a message to inquire every time someone came.
Shi Xing didn't like interacting with some of his relatives, so he took Xu Bai back to his own place.
So many relatives came this year, many of whom we had little contact with before. But she's become famous in the last two years, so more relatives have come.
Many of them were even "distant relatives" whom I had never met before, but they were all basically turned away. Those who are allowed in now are considered to have a decent relationship with me.
Shi Qi, just like her, also hid in her own house.
In the study, Shi Xing sat on Xu Bai's lap, leaning against his chest. Xu Bai held a copy of Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio in his hand, reading aloud from its contents in a deep, magnetic voice.
His voice was pleasant to hear, and his reading was full of emotion, making it very captivating.
With the last word spoken, the story comes to an end.
She commented, "Tsk, what kind of nonsense is this? All these scholars have happy endings. It's infuriating."
Xu Bai put down the book in his hand, put his arm around her waist, and buried his head in her neck.
Every breath he took carried her unique scent. His voice was muffled: "It's all just scholarly fantasies, Miss, there's no need to be angry. We can acquire the company and hire people to write stories you'd like."
Shi Xing touched his hair: "There's a play performance in a couple of days, want to go with me?"
He nodded slightly, his hair tickling his neck a little: "Okay, I'll go buy the tickets in a bit."
After a while, he suddenly asked, "This is the second New Year that Xu Bai has accompanied his master. Will Xu Bai be able to accompany his master in every New Year from now on?"
Shi Xing was momentarily stunned, then lowered her eyes.
Sometimes she wondered, as a cyborg product of the system, even though Xu Bai was indistinguishable from a real human in every way, could he really have feelings?
But she could sense the other person's emotions, which was really strange.
Sensing her thoughts, Jiu Jiu chimed in: "I'll tell you a secret, host!"
Shi Xing slightly raised her eyes: "What secret?"
"Every advanced android has a soul."
"What?!"
Her eyes widened in shock: "Do they have souls?"
Yes, that's right~
Where did these souls come from? Did they come voluntarily? Where will these souls go after she dies?
She remained silent for a long time, then Xu Bai moved his head from side to side on his neck: "What would you like to eat for lunch, Miss?"
He wanted too much, and he always had a nameless unease and possessiveness in his heart. It was already good enough that he regained his freedom and life; he was going too far.
Shi Xing regained his composure: "Of course, didn't I say before? Xu Bai will always belong to Shi Xing."
Xu Bai's pupils dilated, and his heart pounded wildly as if out of control. This time, he was certain that there was nothing wrong with this body; on the contrary, it was very healthy and strong.
Upon regaining consciousness, the first person he saw in this unfamiliar world was his master. The system informed him that from then on, he belonged only to her, and he did just that.
But he still retains human emotions, even though only towards her. He is still helplessly and willingly drawn into this deep vortex called Shi Xing.
He willingly succumbed to depravity...
Fortunately, his master is his world.
He gently placed a tender kiss on Shi Xing's neck: "Mmm."
The arm around her waist tightened unconsciously, and Shi Xing pushed his head up, opening her eyelids to meet his deep eyes.
The surging emotions within him drew her in, and Shi Xing raised her hand to cover his eyes, placing her lips on his rosy lips.
His body trembled slightly, and then he placed one hand on the back of her neck, deepening the tender kiss.
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