313. Daily Life
After a refreshing shower, Ning Chu stepped out of the bathroom dressed in her pajamas.
She peeked at her older brother and boyfriend, who seemed to be having a decent conversation on the sofa, and let out a small sigh of relief.
“Hey, Black Bean! It’s your turn to take a shower!”
“Oh!”
Black Bean zoomed over in a flurry.
This cat originally feared water more than anything, and when she first became a catgirl, giving her a bath nearly cost Ning Chu half her life.
But thanks to their mother’s relentless training, Black Bean had somehow overcome her fear of water. With just a shout, she scampered off to take a shower with enthusiasm.
After all, mom is a bit scarier…
Seeing Black Bean dash into the bedroom to grab her pajamas, Ning Chu made her way over to the sofa, curiously sizing up Wen Yang and Ning Yuan.
While she was showering, those two had some casual interactions, and now they seemed to be getting along quite well.
At the very least, she didn’t sense any disdain for Wen Yang in her brother’s eyes.
“How are your university grades? You’re not just playing all day, are you?” Ning Yuan asked while munching on sunflower seeds.
Mentioning grades made Ning Chu feel a bit guilty.
Wasn’t she just playing her way through university?
If Wen Yang hadn’t helped her study during the last two months, who knows how many classes she’d have failed.
“Uh, they’re okay?” she leaned against the arm of the sofa, muttering, “Wen Yang can teach me anything I don’t know. He’s a genius, after all.”
“Oh?”
Ning Yuan took a glance at Wen Yang, appearing slightly more satisfied with his future brother-in-law.
Good-looking, gentle personality, caring, and doing well in school…this guy actually seemed reliable. Ning Chu’s taste was quite decent, unlike some little girls who liked the delinquent type.
Wen Yang smiled shyly, looking a bit awkward.
In Ning Chu’s home, he always seemed to be quiet, eager to help out, effectively trying to create an image of a trustworthy guy.
“I’ll head back to the bedroom. Got some stuff to do,”
Since her brother didn’t have any issues with Wen Yang, Ning Chu gave him a supportive glance, then hurriedly darted toward her room.
She hadn’t updated her novel yet today.
Not a single word…
Ning Yuan glanced at the makeshift sleeping area in the living room, his lips twitching.
Without a man in the house, as the eldest son, he was supposed to be the second in command after his mother. In his childhood, even though Ning Chu dared to throw a tantrum in front of their mother, she wouldn’t dare misbehave in front of him.
After all, he actually could hit back.
And now? Ning Chu had turned into a girl, instantly becoming their mother’s favorite. Even if unspoken, he could clearly feel their mother’s focus on Ning Chu.
Then out of nowhere, they had a catgirl in the house, and now he had a quirky little sister.
Being younger, she obviously held a higher position than him…
Now he didn’t even have a bed to sleep on; he was stuck sleeping on the floor like a poor soul.
Ning Yuan turned to Wen Yang beside him, suddenly feeling a sense of camaraderie…
“Hey, wanna hit a motel for some sleep?” He stretched lazily, explaining, “My place is too cramped, sleeping on the floor is the only option, and I have to share it with you.”
“Uh, a motel? Isn’t that a bit much?”
“As long as you don’t mind.” Having gotten a bit more comfortable, Ning Yuan’s talkative nature slowly made its way out, “So, how’s my sister doing at school? Is she really doing well? With her personality, who knows how crazy she might get in college!”
“How’s she adjusting to being a girl? Has she made new friends? How did you two hit it off so fast? By the way, what’s my mom’s attitude toward you?”
One question after another came shooting out of Ning Yuan’s mouth, leaving Wen Yang unsure which one to tackle first.
He had no choice but to answer them one by one, and by the time it got to the last question, his words hit a pause, revealing a hint of sheepishness, “Um, Aunt… thinks our family’s a bit poor.”
“Poor? How poor are we talking?”
Wen Yang gave a resigned smile, “Let’s just say we’re not exactly rolling in it… more like, living in a shoebox.”
“I’ve been relying on university grants, plus some money pooled together from various relatives.”
“…”
Ning Yuan was momentarily speechless. This wasn’t just a little poor; he might as well be on some welfare program!
He fell silent for a moment, then comforted him, “Hey, it’s all good. At least you’re in university; just keep working hard.”
Wen Yang could only force a grateful smile in response.
Meanwhile, Ning Yuan didn’t seem to mind much.
Inside the bedroom, Ning Chu had barely typed a few hundred words when her mother gracefully walked in.
She quickly switched her document to a web page and turned to her mother, asking, “Hey, what’s up?”
“Busy?”
“Not really, just watching videos.”
Her mother sat on the edge of the bed, curiously glancing at the anime playing on the computer screen and smirked, “At your age, still watching cartoons?”
“Uh…”
Ning Chu had no idea how to counter that.
I mean, come on, look at the screen filled with holy lights and shadow priests. Is this really just a kid’s cartoon?!
“How’s your relationship with Wen Yang lately?”
“Pretty good.”
“Been careful?”
Ning Chu suddenly froze, recalling the condoms her mother had placed on her bedside table.
Even if they were the largest size, there was no way those would fit Wen Yang.
She sighed helplessly, “Mom, I haven’t given it up yet…”
“!!!”
Her mother looked utterly shocked. Her daughter was a succubus, had a boyfriend, and after all these months, still hadn’t done the deed?
Her feelings were complex, and she turned back towards the bedroom door, looking a bit skeptical, “Is he… not feeling well?”
Her daughter was definitely fine; the issue had to be with Wen Yang.
Ning Chu couldn’t help but blush profusely, staring at the floor, too embarrassed to meet her mother’s gaze, mumbling, “No, mom… a few months ago, I was still a boy…”
“Um… I just can’t wrap my head around that.”
“Besides, isn’t being self-respecting a good thing?”
Even though with her current level of feminine allure, if she did get in the mood, Wen Yang had thoughts, she would just sort of play hard to get, saying no with her mouth but totally giving in with her body.
Her mother nodded, somewhat agreeing with Ning Chu’s perspective, “After all, you’ve only found out you’re a succubus for a few months and haven’t developed for long.”
Of course, she hoped her daughter could be more self-respecting, but a succubus’ nature doesn’t quite correlate with self-respect.
Feeling a little complex, her mother asked curiously, “So how do you handle things?”
Ning Chu was nearly burying her face in her chest, turning red in embarrassment, murmuring, “I sort of handle it myself…”
Or let Wen Yang help out, or maybe a little toy—there were plenty of options.
Although there were times of frustration, she usually could hold out.
“Oh~”
Ning Chu couldn’t help but throw the question back, “What about you?”
“Are you asking for a beatdown?!”
Her mother pretended to raise a fist, making Ning Chu flinch, “Okay, okay, not asking anymore! I need to work; you should get to sleep.”
Only you can ask questions; I can’t… what’s with this huge authority!
Regardless, there are only a few possibilities…
“Big Sis~ I’m done with my shower!”
Black Bean bounded in, “Mom! I’m going to bed now! I have classes in the morning!”
“Alright, I’ll turn off the lights for you two.”
Her mother turned to leave the room, turning off the lights as she went.
Black Bean obediently climbed into bed, covered herself with her quilt, and stretched out, ready for sleep.
But Ning Chu interrupted her rest, “Black Bean, I need to ask you something.”
“What is it?”
“Do you ever see an uncle come to our house?”
“Uncle? Oh~ You mean Dad?” Black Bean recalled, “He comes by twice a week, I think?”
Ning Chu suddenly understood.
Got it~
