“A gift?”
Upon hearing this term, the delicate white ears of the elf girl suddenly stood up, shaking slightly, like a cute puppy or kitten.
Ji Lian also lifted the wooden board in her hand without any noble demeanor, and her golden hair swayed with the movement, making one wonder if it would make a “clang clang clang sound.
It was a white wooden board with a pen groove on the left and a piece of eraser embedded on the right.
So, this was a drawing or writing board.
Ji Lian’s intention was quite obvious.
She hoped that Bai Ze, who could read and write, would use this whiteboard to express her emotions and feelings in the future.
Holding the board, Bai Ze felt a fresh touch, and it was just the right size for the petite elf girl.
She held it for a long time, unable to speak.
She didn’t know how to express…
No, she could express it.
Just use this gift that Ji Lian sent her.
Thinking of this, Bai Ze blinked her slightly reddened eyes, reached out her slender fingers, and took out the pencil that came with the writing board.
With the easy-to-clean white board in hand, she began to write.
Ji Lian, holding the unicorn’s reins, waited quietly.
Until the girl shyly lifted the board with both hands, positioning it just enough to cover her blushing cheeks and the shyly lowered eyes.
Written on the board was:
“Thank you. “
“So cute.”
Ji Lian also generously expressed her admiration.
It was unclear what she meant by “cute.”
Did she refer to the drawings on the writing board by Bai Ze?
Or perhaps… was she actually referring to Bai Ze herself?
Regardless of either, it was enough to make Bai Ze even more embarrassed.
Originally, Ji Lian had intended to return to the Ji family directly while the remaining sunlight had not completely faded.
However, as she observed the shy elf girl, she felt that something seemed to be lacking.
Was it clothing that matched her superior and fantastical appearance?
Or, given her sister’s personality, perhaps she would have more impulse towards the elf girl in shabby clothes?
So, should she maintain the original appearance, or should she carefully dress her up?
After all, it was a gift for her sister, and Ji Lian dared not be negligent.
In the end, she prudently chose to “carefully dress up.”
Indeed, gifts should be beautifully wrapped in exquisite gift boxes with colorful ribbons to give them a sense of beauty and ceremony.
Therefore, the next shop she entered was the most luxurious clothing store in the city of Fericis.
However, the original elven shop owner had been replaced by a member of a subordinate family of the Ji family, a chubby middle-aged man.
The latter noticed Miss Ji Lian from afar and almost ran over with panting breath, respectfully saying,
“Miss!”
“It’s the Second young lady.” Ji Lian frowned slightly, correcting the man.
She paid great attention to the distinction of rank between herself and her sister.
“I want to choose some ‘good-looking’ clothes for this elf. Any recommendations?”
The chubby owner of the clothing store rolled his eyes and immediately understood. He then smiled obsequiously.
“Yes, yes, yes! Second lady, please come this way!”
Holding Bai Ze’s hand like a puppet on a string, Ji Lian led her deeper into the fashion store.
Bai Ze, with her ragged clothes, appeared out of place amid the surrounding splendor.
Her pointed, elongated ears were a distinctive feature of the defeated elven race.
The girl should have felt desolate.
Yet, she couldn’t help but think of…
Ji Lian’s hand was so soft, and the strength of her grip provided a sense of security that momentarily concealed the sorrowful emotions.
Moreover, buying clothes, a simple act for many, was something Bai Ze had never experienced before.
Before her journey to this world, she had grown up in a single-parent family.
Her mother, unable to endure domestic violence, fled, leaving the young Bai Ze behind as a substitute for the abuse.
No one cared for him, and he had to fend for himself, cooking when hungry and adding layers when cold.
Fortunately, his father, though abusive and neglectful, at least provided enough money every month to ensure he had enough to eat and wear, along with a few subscriptions to satisfy his literary cravings for citrusy stories.
He had lived a solitary life, and with his introverted nature, few paid attention to him.
His routine was similar to that of a “mute” person.
Therefore, he could easily identify with Sherya’s character.
This was why, after crossing into this world, Bai Ze was consumed with thoughts of “what should I do” rather than “what should my family do.”
His longing for that world was mostly fueled by the citrus stories, as in that world,
No one cared about or paid attention to him.
Perhaps it was ironic.
When the young man thought his disastrous moment of crossing into this world couldn’t get any worse,
Someone smiled at him like an angel.
They bought him a gift for their first meeting,
Picked out brand new, gorgeous clothes and dresses for him.
Although… cross-dressing was embarrassing for Bai Ze, that’s for sure…
But at this moment, Bai Ze couldn’t help but entertain the idea that if it were Ji Lian,
He might be okay with it.
Whether it was cross-dressing or doing other things…
Bai Ze involuntarily tightened his grip on Ji Lian’s hand,
As if reluctant to let go.
System: Host, calm down! Don’t let yourself get charmed in reverse!
Bai Ze: I just feel that if someone is good to me, I’m willing to give everything…
System: (??_?) I think I’ll rename myself the “Silly Sweet Saving System.”
…………..
The clothing recommended by the store owner was unsuitable for Ji Lian but somehow very appropriate.
Suitable as a gorgeous ribbon to add the finishing touch to the “gift,”
Ji Lian fondled those tempting, delicate garments.
In her mind, she couldn’t help but imagine her sister coming before the young elf, her cold and noble face gradually revealing the girl’s most precious everything.
It felt exceptionally pure and exceptionally profane.
Would her sister show a fascinated expression?
Or would she remain indifferent?
Ji Lian squinted her eyes
And suddenly picked up one of the pieces, looking at Bai Ze, who was staring blankly at a thin black lace lingerie set.
“I think this one is good.”
Bai Ze snapped out of her daze, opened her mouth as if to respond to her master Ji Lian,
Then realized she couldn’t speak anymore.
Blushing, she lowered her face and held the writing board tightly, quickly writing on it with a pencil.
Soon, the elf girl displayed the writing board in front of Ji Lian.
“Then let me try”
In reality, she hadn’t even seen what the dress looked like.
She was just eager to respond to every word Ji Lian said to her.
That kind of eagerness.
Humble yet joyful.
If you like my translation, you can support me by sending me a Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/zackeisha
Thank you so much. Enjoy reading!
