Chapter 260: Chapter 260: Cute

Dinner was lavish and delicious. Being so close to the sea, there was naturally no shortage of seafood.

Lu Xiao chatted with Buck as she ate, listening to him tell stories about Ares’s childhood.

Seeing how much Lu Xiao enjoyed hearing these stories, Ares didn’t object, though he occasionally looked a bit helpless.

Afterward, Buck asked about Lu Xiao’s time on the Emperor Star. To her surprise, Buck already knew what she had been doing there.

At first, she thought Ares must have told him, but Buck chuckled. “Don’t you know how famous you are throughout the Empire? Everyone is waiting for the potion that can cure Spirit Sea disorders to be released. You have a great responsibility.”

Lu Xiao was very surprised by this. The development of the potion hadn’t been publicly announced, yet it seemed everyone knew about it now.

“You didn’t expect that, did you? It’s actually quite normal. Your activities on the Emperor Star have attracted a lot of attention, so people naturally keep a close eye on you. That includes your disappearance, your reappearance, and everything you’ve done since. None of that is difficult to investigate. But you can rest assured, no one would dare to do anything to you.”

Lu Xiao wasn’t worried about that. After all, a potion that could cure Spirit Sea disorders was crucial for all the males in the Empire. No one would dare try to mess with that.

After hearing Buck’s explanation, Lu Xiao found it easier to accept.

“I heard that you used the rewards Her Majesty the Queen wanted to give you on Ares and your Father?”

Lu Xiao nodded, not hiding anything. “Mainly, there’s nothing I particularly want. It’s better to use such an opportunity on those who need it.”

A smile touched Buck’s eyes. Although he hadn’t known Lu Xiao for long, even from this brief encounter, Buck could sense this young female was special. Her complete devotion to Ares alone was enough to make him feel gratified.

After the meal, Buck took out a card and presented it to Lu Xiao. “Don’t refuse. This is a meeting gift. The amount isn’t much, just a gold mine. You two can relax here for the next few days. I won’t disturb you unless it’s important.”

After speaking, Buck gently patted Ares’s shoulder. “Seeing that you’re doing well now, I can rest easy. Take good care of Lady Lu Xiao.”

Lu Xiao held the heavy black card in her hand. ’Who would have thought? Old Buck’s first gift is a whole gold mine.’

’He’s just unbelievably rich.’

Watching Buck leave, Lu Xiao looked down at the card in her hand. “Ares, does this count as me marrying up?”

Ares was amused by the young female’s words. “If anything, I’m the one who married up to be with my Xiao Xiao.”

“But your father is so rich! A whole gold mine!” Lu Xiao held the black card up in front of Ares, the shock in her eyes yet to fade.

“Mhm, it’s just one gold mine. He has several more. Giving you only one is pretty stingy of him.”

Lu Xiao’s mouth fell half-open as she looked at Ares, then she burst out laughing, the tension dissipating. “Suddenly becoming this rich… I don’t even know what to buy or how to spend it.”

“Spend it slowly. There’s no rush.”

Lu Xiao nodded. “Does Maya Star have any local specialties? We should buy some gifts for everyone before we leave.”

“Okay, we’ll go together then.”

*

Buck’s seaside villa was huge. Lu Xiao could see the azure ocean right from her window, making her truly feel like she was on vacation with Ares.

She rarely had time to relax like this.

The next morning, after breakfast, Lu Xiao and Ares made plans to go to the beach.

After changing into swimsuits suitable for the beach, Lu Xiao and Ares went to surf. The household staff had also thoughtfully prepared a parasol and fruit for them on the sand.

Sun, sand, sea, and the lover by her side—it couldn’t be more romantic.

Lu Xiao and Ares played until the afternoon before returning to their room.

After they had showered and were lying in bed ready for a short nap, Lu Xiao placed her hand on Ares’s forehead. “Time for some Spiritual Soothing.”

Ares wanted to say it wasn’t necessary. His Spirit Sea was healthier than ever. But before he could refuse, Lu Xiao had already sent her purification power into it.

After Ares fell asleep, Lu Xiao tucked him in, got out of bed, and went to see Buck.

When she arrived at Buck’s study, Lu Xiao was surprised to find it resembled a small library.

“Xiao Xiao, did you come looking for me for a specific reason?”

Buck had been curious ever since he received Lu Xiao’s message that morning.

Now, seeing her arrive alone without Ares made him even more eager to hear what Lu Xiao had to say.

“Actually, I should have come to see you as soon as Ares and I got together, but I kept putting it off until now. I’m very sorry. I also came today to tell you in person that we’re planning to hold our wedding after we return, and we’d like to invite you. I know Ares would want you to be there.”

At the mention of a wedding, an expression of surprise crossed Buck’s face.

In the Empire, when females and males formed a union, they rarely wanted to announce it to the world with a wedding. This was true even if the male was a main husband.

But he never expected Lu Xiao would be willing to give Ares a wedding.

He had originally thought it was rare enough that Lu Xiao had only one male partner, Ares. But it turned out she was willing to do even more.

As Ares’s Father, how could Buck not be moved?

He was even filled with gratitude.

Buck suddenly stood up, startling Lu Xiao. But before she could react, he bowed deeply to her.

Lu Xiao shot to her feet and rushed over to help him up. “Father, what are you doing?”

“Xiao Xiao, I am so grateful for the love you’ve shown Ares. Even though I didn’t ask him how he was doing when I saw him this time, I can tell he’s doing very well. He’s more confident, and there’s a warmth to him now. None of this would be possible without your care.” Buck paused, his eyes faintly red as he continued, “You are even better than I imagined, Xiao Xiao. I know no other female would do this, but you did. I’m so happy for Ares. Thank you. Thank you for being willing to give Ares all your love, and for being willing to give him a wedding. I am truly grateful to you.”

Lu Xiao smiled and said, “Father, there’s no need for that. It may seem like I’ve done a lot, but Ares has given just as much to our relationship. We’re partners; it’s a mutual give-and-take.”

She truly believed it, because it was the truth.

Buck gently wiped the corner of his eye. “I will definitely be at your wedding. I absolutely must be there to witness your happiness. Haha, please excuse me, Xiao Xiao. I’m just so happy I can’t quite control my emotions.”

“It’s okay, Father. You’re quite cute like this.”

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