The year 2022, June 3rd, Qingzhou City.
It was the peak of summer, the scorching sun baking the earth, turning it into a blazing furnace.
Chen Xiaoyan went out holding an umbrella, deliberately lowering it to cover his face, feeling a bit embarrassed to meet anyone.
This was his first time going out crossdressed, and his heart was full of anxiety.
The sky-blue low-rise skinny jeans perfectly showed off his long, slender legs.
Even he himself was surprised.
He’d never been fat before, maybe even on the thin side, but not this thin, right?
Could it be because he’d spent the past month just playing games and not eating properly, leading to malnutrition?
From now on, he’d have to log off at noon and get lunch to take care of his health.
After coming downstairs, Chen Xiaoyan walked toward the nearest hair salon.
He was planning to get a hairstyle, maybe just a simple wash.
His messy hair made him look like a ghost.
As soon as he stepped onto the street, Chen Xiaoyan’s long legs immediately became a beautiful sight on the street.
He could sense many eyes glancing his way, his heart racing up to his throat with nervousness.
Fortunately, he’d covered his face with the umbrella, so those gazes only lingered briefly before moving on.
Anyone not showing their face could be treated as an ugly freak.
This helped Chen Xiaoyan relax a lot.
“So hot.”
Wearing jeans and white canvas shoes—these two things definitely added a huge burden in this scorching season.
After just a few minutes outside, Chen Xiaoyan was already drenched in sweat.
This reminded him of the two dresses under his bed. Would it be cooler if he wore those?
He quickly shook his head, banishing that strange thought at once.
Forget it, just endure it—after all, it’s only for today.
Meili Hair Salon.
Seeing the salon up ahead, Chen Xiaoyan quickly closed his umbrella, pushed open the glass door, darted inside, and shut the door behind him.
Feeling the cool air conditioning inside, he let out a long sigh of relief.
“So comfortable.”
“Welcome, miss! What service do you need?”
No sooner had he entered than a male stylist greeted him.
“A hairstyle. And a wash,” Chen Xiaoyan replied in a small voice, worried his gender might be discovered.
“Okay, we’ll wash your hair first, then do the style.”
Maybe it was just too hot, but there wasn’t a single other customer in the salon.
Reclining on the soft chair, the male stylist picked up his long hair and started rinsing it.
As he washed, the stylist couldn’t help but observe Chen Xiaoyan.
Those long legs really were too eye-catching.
Looking at those sky-blue jeans, the stylist’s eyes showed a hint of regret.
What a shame—such great legs ruined by jeans, a flawless gem marred by a blemish.
Looking up, especially at the chest area—
The stylist’s gaze turned sympathetic when he looked at Chen Xiaoyan’s chest.
Good grief, it’s even flatter than an airport runway.
Chen Xiaoyan was enjoying the service at this moment and didn’t notice the stylist’s gaze.
After the hair wash, he was brought to sit in front of the mirror for the second step, styling.
“Miss, what kind of style do you want?”
“I’ll direct, you do it.”
Hearing this, the male stylist was clearly taken aback, then quickly agreed with a big smile.
Actually, he didn’t know what style he wanted either.
But, back when Shen Qingqing did his hair, he remembered the process quite well.
So, Chen Xiaoyan simply asked for Shen Qingqing’s fairy hairstyle.
The stylist was a professional and quickly understood what he meant.
It didn’t take long for the fairy hairstyle to be reproduced.
Although it didn’t look completely perfect, it did add a touch of ethereal elegance.
“Miss, this hairstyle doesn’t really match your outfit.”
Chen Xiaoyan just smiled and didn’t answer.
Of course he knew that.
Shen Qingqing’s fairy hairstyle was too classical; it suited ancient costumes best, especially a Tianxiang Sect corset dress, which would be even more fitting.
But this was real life—there were no Tianxiang clothes to wear here.
Speaking of which, the Immortal Realm had been out for so long, there should be some merchandise by now, right?
After paying, Chen Xiaoyan opened his umbrella and pushed open the glass door, immediately feeling a wave of hot air rush over him.
“Hiss~” He sucked in a breath of hot air.
Damn, this weather is really going to kill people.
After the haircut, his next stop was the city hospital.
Chen Xiaoyan hailed a taxi online and hurried toward the hospital.
The sooner he finished the checkup, the sooner he could go home and enjoy the air conditioning.
Two hours later.
Chen Xiaoyan ran out of the hospital happily, holding the examination report.
All his health indicators were normal; there was nothing wrong at all.
Not even any hidden illnesses—healthier than most people.
Haha, I, Chen Xiaoyan, am not someone who’ll die young. I’ll definitely live a long life.
Long live good health! ≧▽≦
“Doo~” At that moment, the phone in his pocket suddenly vibrated.
Suppressing his excitement, Chen Xiaoyan took out his phone for a look.
Someone was calling. The caller ID read: Mom.
“Hello, Mom.”
“What’s up with your voice?”
“Ahem, I caught a cold recently. My throat’s a bit uncomfortable.”
“How many times have I told you not to sleep with the air conditioner on? You never listen. You’ve always been careless about your health since you were little. If anything happens to you, what would we do?”
“I’ll take care of myself.”
“You always promise so quickly and then forget. Isn’t it always like this? Fine, I won’t nag—don’t want to annoy you. Did you find a job in Qingzhou?”
“I found one.”
“That’s good. You just started working, do you have enough money?”
“I do, Mom, don’t worry about me.”
“Worry? Why would I worry? I’m just afraid you’ll starve and embarrass us both.”
“………” The corner of Chen Xiaoyan’s mouth twitched. This really is his biological mom.
“The Dragon Boat Festival is coming up in a few days. Did you change your rental address? I made a lot of Mizao Zongzi and can’t finish them. I’ll mail you some.”
“No change, still the same place.”
“Alright, take care of yourself in the city. If you can’t make it, come back to the countryside and feed pigs.”
“………”
“And also, when will I get a grandchild? I’m so jealous of the neighbor…”
“Beep”—Chen Xiaoyan hung up right away.
As soon as she started on that topic, he knew a matchmaking ambush was coming.
If he didn’t hang up now, he wouldn’t be able to later.
“Ding~”
Text from “Mom”: You brat, getting bold now? Dare to hang up on your mom? Here’s your matchmaking partner’s QQ number. Add her and chat. Right now.
Chen Xiaoyan instantly deleted it, cleared any traces, and set his phone to block spam.
The world was peaceful at last.
As for the message—
What message? Please, I never got any message at all.
Chen Xiaoyan took a taxi home, making a stop at the farmer’s market to buy an old hen and various supplements.
He planned to make chicken soup today to really nourish himself.
The checkup said there was nothing wrong, but it’s always good to keep up your health.
Carrying large and small bags, Chen Xiaoyan got back to his rental place. As he pulled out his key to unlock the door, someone suddenly jumped out from behind, startling him.
“Land…landlady?” Chen Xiaoyan’s eyes went wide, shocked on the spot, frozen with the key in his hand, unsure whether to go in or pull back.
The middle-aged woman in front of him was the owner of this apartment building—his landlady.
“Are you… miss, who are you looking for?”
She knew the tenant in 301 was a single young man, but seeing this girl carrying so many things, she didn’t look like a thief.
So she instantly changed her tone.