A lazy bum transmigrates and marries a eunuch – it's awesome!

Chapter 218 Sweet Two Little Ones

Those who are near vermilion will not necessarily become red, but those who are near ink will definitely become black.

It's hard for someone who spends a lot of time with Jiang Xinyu to avoid being influenced by her.

Especially their mental state.

He was fine in front of outsiders, but even Xiao Yuan showed a lot more of his mischievous side when he was with close friends and family.

He never doubted his godson's filial piety, but he disliked the boy's impetuous temper and lack of composure.

In the past, I would always give him very stern lectures, but it's quite fun to tease him a little now.

Ye Xiao had long forgotten the purpose of his trip and was still smiling foolishly when Xiao Yuan chased him away.

Especially when they returned to the Governor's Mansion, he couldn't help but hug He Zhang.

The usually composed and refined Young Master He was so excited that he touched his head, thinking he had a fever.

Ye Xiao slapped He Zhang's hand away and smugly hummed.

"You're the one with a fever, I'm so happy."

I could tell, and it wasn't just ordinary happiness; even that hum had a rising tone at the end, like a spoiled child.

He Zhang, with his high EQ, quickly followed up by asking him what made him happy.

Ye Xiao's smile was so wide it was almost impossible to suppress; he seemed to be radiating happiness, and if he had a tail, it would be wagging so long it would leave a trail of afterimages.

“I went to the palace to see my godfather, who told me to choose a house to be converted into a marquis’s mansion.”

My adoptive mother said that as long as my adoptive father doesn't remarry, I will be the only son in the family.

She has already asked my adoptive father to write a memorial requesting that I be named the heir of a marquisate.

Once the Hou Mansion is renovated and the family moves in, I will be officially included in the family genealogy.

I took my godfather's surname from now on, and he even gave me a new name.

It seems to be from the Zhuangzi. Once I'm included in the family genealogy, my name will be Xiao Mo.

Xiao Mo?

He Zhang thought for a moment, "Is it from the 'Zhuangzi: Zaiyou' chapter?"

"A corpse dwells, yet a dragon appears; an abyss is silent, yet thunder roars. Why was the 'silent' character given to you, the Grand Supervisor, whose name is Abyss?"

"Yes, yes, that's it. I was too excited at the time and didn't remember it."

Ye Xiao gave He Zhang a thumbs-up in admiration.

"It's truly a waste of talent for the brilliant scholar He to be a mere commander in the Eastern Depot."

So...would you like to change jobs?

At this moment, Ye Xiao's eyes sparkled like a cunning little fox, making He Zhang's mouth go dry.

In order not to frighten the precious creature that He Zhang had finally managed to touch, he didn't dare to stare at it too intently.

While pouring water for Ye Xiao, she tactfully asked him if he wanted to promote her.

With He Zhang's intelligence, he could do anything well; he had no obsession with his future.

If he were power-hungry, he wouldn't have given up the imperial examinations to work for the Eastern Depot. In his heart, Ye Xiao was much more important than his future.

He said that only to please Xiao Ye, and even when handing her the teacup, he pretended to flatter her, saying that he was very grateful for Young Master Ye's help.

In the past few days, their relationship has progressed rapidly, as if they have returned to the state before He Zhang confessed his feelings.

Ye Xiao also enjoyed joking with He Zhang more and more. He took the teacup, took a sip, and even winked at him.

"Then it depends on your performance. First, give me a shoulder massage."

He Zhang was eager to get close to him, and after saying "Yes, sir," he actually pinched Ye Xiao's hand.

"Young Master, is this pressure comfortable?"

What position are you planning to give the junior employee?

How about I become your servant? No wages, just meals.

"If it's someone who can personally serve the little one, even bringing their own food would be fine."

Ye Xiao laughed until tears streamed down his face as he watched him act so enthusiastically. He squeezed Ye Xiao's hand and said, "As long as you do a good job, the young master will pamper you in the future."

He Zhang seized the opportunity, leaning on Ye Xiao's shoulder and making witty remarks to make him laugh, but his eyes were filled with a tenderness that could drown a person.

Ye Xiao didn't notice at first, but when he inadvertently saw his eyes, he froze for a moment and his laughter stopped abruptly.

Then his face turned bright red and his voice became weak.

"Um... the Regent said he wants you to go and help him."

I think it was either the Court of Judicial Review or the Ministry of Justice. They said you're smart and your major is a good fit.

If you don't want to go, just tell him and ask your godfather to let you go somewhere else.

Finding a foster mother would also work; the Regent and his foster mother were sworn brothers.

You can call him "uncle" when you see him.

He Zhang smiled and exclaimed, "Why can I call the Regent my uncle?"

From what argument is this based?

From which argument?

Of course, this is from my perspective...

Damn it, Ye Xiao wanted to cover his face. What kind of nonsense was he spouting?

The kid slipped up and was so embarrassed that he instinctively wanted to run away.

He Zhang hugged him from behind, rested his head on his shoulder, and chuckled softly.

"Xiao Ye, I'm so happy, even happier than the day I saw the results of the imperial examination."

My feelings right now are just like yours when you first heard the Chief Eunuch say he would change your surname.

If it were described in any other way, Ye Xiao would probably find it hard to empathize, but he understood it after hearing it this way.

After years of anticipation, my wish has finally come true. I am overjoyed, excited, and so happy that I want to cry.

Ye Xiao suddenly didn't want to spoil He Zhang's mood, so he let him hold him and quietly hummed in agreement.

However, this guy seemed to get too excited and kept hugging him.

Ye Xiao was almost sweating, and finally couldn't help but give it a gentle push.

"Stop hugging me, aren't you hot? Go sit down somewhere else."

The Regent said they're almost overwhelmed with work, so if your arm is alright, you should go quickly.

Then he awkwardly added, "If you don't go, I won't have time to keep you company. My godfather asked me to renovate the mansion."

"Okay, I'll do whatever Xiao Ye says. I'll go this afternoon."

"Young Master Ye is now the heir to the powerful Marquis of Zhenguo. How can I not work hard?"

Feeling a little embarrassed by his gaze, Ye Xiao quickly changed the subject.

"Um... the Left Prime Minister's residence and the Second Prince's residence have both been confiscated and are still sealed off. Which one do you think would be suitable as a Marquis's residence?"

If this mansion were to be expanded now, at least half a street would have to be demolished; it would be too much trouble.

My godfather's idea was simply to find an existing solution and modify the parts that were out of line.

Ye Xiao touched his nose somewhat embarrassedly.

"My godmother said that I'll be hers sooner or later, and I can do whatever I like."

He Zhang chuckled. "This time you call her 'godmother' willingly, without feeling awkward?"

Ye Xiao felt a little embarrassed by what he said, and gave a feigned, tough snort.

"My adoptive parents don't expose my shortcomings, so why are you still bringing it up?"

"I was just young and ignorant, and I was misled."

Ye Xiao's voice suddenly became much softer, "Besides, my godmother has promised that I am the only son in the family."

If I'm not filial to her, won't she be very pitiful in the future?

Fearing that Ye Xiao would get angry, He Zhang quickly suppressed his laughter and gave two deep "uh-huhs" to indicate that Ye Xiaoye was right.

He really wanted to laugh.

The Eunuch's wife is a year younger than Xiao Ye; how could she possibly expect him to support her in her old age?

However, he couldn't say that, otherwise he would be kicked out if he angered Xiao Ye.

He's very happy with how things are progressing between the two of them now; they absolutely mustn't do anything reckless.

Xiao Ye has become more and more used to his presence and has accepted their romantic relationship.

Otherwise, she wouldn't have subconsciously made herself call the Regent "uncle," nor would she have consulted him about deciding on the future residence.

Although these were all casual inquiries, it precisely shows that Xiao Ye considers him family.

In addition, the Grand Eunuch and his wife have always thought highly of him, so He Zhang felt that it wouldn't be long before he and Xiao Ye lived happily ever after.

Ye Xiao had always recognized He Zhang's wisdom and had great faith in his judgment.

The future mansion will be used for decades, and his adoptive parents entrusted him with such a big project because they trusted him and didn't want to mess it up.

Ye Xiao was self-aware; his question to He Zhang was both a sign of closeness and recognition of He Zhang's abilities.