SWWW Chapter 212: Extraordinary Family Family Trip
"Eh?"
The black-haired woman had just returned home, still dressed in her tailored work suit and skirt, her white feet stepping lightly in a pair of elegant high heels. This demigoddess, known to the world as Wonder Woman, was suddenly pulled into the boy's arms, leaving her momentarily at a loss.
But she quickly steadied herself.
"Who bullied you?"
Diana's strong brows arched instinctively, like the edge of a divine blade about to be drawn.
Her flawless face, however, remained calm and composed. Her beautiful eyes shimmered with wisdom like starlight, her presence filled with the reassuring fragrance of maturity and elegance.
"Who could bully me?"
Xi Nian shook his head.
Both his hands wrapped around her slender waist, feeling the divine grace and flexibility that only belonged to her, while breathing in the natural violet fragrance that lingered on her clothes.
His mood hadn't changed since witnessing the visions from the Cauldron of All Things.
"I just wanted to hug you. No special reason."
Xi Nian said it without logic, yet with complete justification. He buried his face into her small jacket, the thin fabric of her white blouse poses no barrier against Diana's warmth and fragrance.
"So that's what it is."
Diana's cold and beautiful face softened with tenderness.
Her earlier thought of scolding him vanished. Instead, she reached out and stroked his hair, hugging the boy a little tighter into her arms.
Outside, the night had already fallen over the city. The lights came alive, and the two figures seemed as one under the night sky.
At that moment—
The sound of light footsteps came, and a crimson-haired girl opened the door. She saw the two at the entrance, one tall, one short, and her gem-like bright eyes widened. Her doll-like delicate face flushed crimson.
"Master, Miss Diana… I-I didn't see anything!"
Wanda panicked, spun around in her dress, and was about to run back outside.
But a hand caught her in time.
"What are you saying? Wanda, you came just right in time."
Xi Nian chuckled and tugged her gently.
He pulled the scarlet-haired girl into his embrace.
"Eh… ehhh…"
The Scarlet Maid Wanda completely froze.
One arm each.
One tall, one small.
Tightly holding two sources of warmth, the feeling was more than just two—it was a multiplied warmth of family.
Xi Nian declared firmly, "We're a family. From now on, we'll always live together!"
"Meow!!"
A small orange cat darted after the floating crimson cloak, chasing it from the balcony into the living room, throwing the whole scene into chaos.
Xi Nian's mouth twitched. The warm atmosphere was gone in an instant.
…
Late at night.
After Xi Nian had gone to bed.
The living room lights were still on.
A faint blush still lingered on Wanda's face. She glanced at the closed bedroom door, then gathered her courage to say to Diana, who was reading nearby, "Miss Diana. Today, Young Master Xi Nian…"
"Acted like a child, didn't he?" Diana smiled knowingly, looking at Wanda. "It surprised you, didn't it?"
"Yes."
Wanda nodded in agreement, biting her lip. "It was clearly Young Master who saved me, but he acts like he really needs me, treating me as family… Young Master, he's too much."
"And before, he said when I grow up, I could choose whether to leave or not. How can I leave him now! He's too much!"
Her eyes glistened with tears, though it wasn't clear whether they were from grievance or joy.
Diana said nothing. She closed her book and looked up at the moon outside the balcony.
On this point—
She was the same.
Ever since they had tamed one another, they could only live together forever. Separation would strip everything of its meaning.
"Wanda."
Diana turned, her voice gentle as she looked at the girl still softly sobbing. "This weekend, prepare yourself. Let's go on a trip together. A family trip."
Wanda blinked, then quickly wiped away her tears, answering with delight, "Yes, Miss Diana! I'll make sure everything is ready in advance!"
…
A few days later.
Saturday, noon.
Paris, France—the world's most romantic city.
The Eiffel Tower stood tall and proud in the heart of the city. Along the Seine, the grass and shrubs of the parks were neatly trimmed. Everywhere, the streets were filled with the unique artistry and romance of Europe.
It was spring, with a gentle breeze.
The sky cleared after days of clouds, making it a perfect day to be outside. Couples and families filled the city, enjoying the pleasant weather.
On a picnic blanket laid out on the grass—
Xi Nian lay flat, eyes closed, completely relaxed, breathing in the fragrance of sunlight, earth, and blooming violets.
Beneath his head were two long, shapely legs, pressed together in a seated pose, forming a rare and perfect lap pillow.
"Young Master, open your mouth, have some fruit."
The soft, sweet voice of a girl whispered by his ear.
Half-asleep, Xi Nian cracked an eye open. He saw the scarlet-haired girl in white silk gloves holding a peeled slice of fresh orange close to his lips. He opened his mouth without thinking, nearly biting her fingers as well.
"Wanda, you'll only make him lazier if you keep this up," the black-haired woman warned.
"It's fine."
Wanda shook her head, her lips curling into a gentle smile.
"Where… am I?"
Xi Nian chewed the sweet orange, muttering groggily.
"Still half-asleep?" Diana leaned forward, her crystalline fingers flicking his forehead lightly.
"…"
Xi Nian rubbed his forehead. It didn't hurt, but it was enough to wake him up.
Right.
It was the weekend. Gwen and Kara were both away on internships, so he had no one to play with…
Which was when Aunt Diana suggested a long-overdue family trip. And before he had even properly woken, Wanda had dragged him out of bed, helped him dress, and guided him through a portal.
"Why Paris for a weekend trip?"
Xi Nian rubbed his sleepy eyes, his gaze sweeping past the two tall "twin peaks" before landing on the iconic tower.
Nearby, a phone resting on the picnic blanket lit up, a pleasant female voice chiming: "Master. Based on weather forecasts and system calculations, today's weather and temperature in Paris are among the best days of the year."
"Really?" Xi Nian was finally awake.
Looking around, he saw more than just Wanda and Diana. On the picnic blanket with fruit and food laid out was also a glass jar, inside which a colorful starfish lounged lazily.
Not far away—
The little orange cat was chasing butterflies across the lawn, its tail shimmering with dark liquid light.
The crimson cloak floated nearby, fabric slack as if sighing in relief after escaping torment.
Only then did Xi Nian realize.
His family now included—
Diana, the mistress of the house. Wanda, the little maid.
The AI Alice. The alien Jarro. The Flerken Xiao Huang. The symbiote Venom.
And the newest member, the Cloak of Levitation.
What had once been just two people had, without him noticing, grown into quite the family.
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