Urging for more updates, then turning into a magical girl.

Chapter 16: The Indispensable Clothes Shopping Scene After Transformation

Cheng Qi walked on the bustling street, feeling the enthusiasm of the people coming and going.

To be honest, when she first left home, she still held onto a sliver of unrealistic hope.

As the "owner" who took her in, Lin Yuyan should definitely accompany her on her first trip out to buy things, right?

However, after lunch, the head eunuch simply transferred some money to Cheng Qi and then retreated to his room on his own.

"Chen Jin, be careful on the road. I have to get busy with work later and can't leave, so I'll have to trouble you to buy things."

Thinking about this, Cheng Qi unconsciously lowered his eyelids.

What the hell is this job? It's just sitting in front of the computer playing games on my phone... Does that head eunuch have to pretend to be serious in front of his maid?

Fine, I'll just buy it myself then.

Cheng Qi sighed and looked down at his current body. Slender arms, fair and tender skin, and a waist that could be encircled with one hand.

At first, he didn't feel the reality very clearly, but after walking on the street for half an hour, Cheng Qi realized that the girl's body was really too weak.

I absolutely cannot carry groceries or heavy items myself; I'll just find a delivery service on a food delivery app and have them deliver the goods to my door.

As for now, I still need to buy clothes.

The outfit she was wearing was the one Zhang Menglin had prepared for her back at the base. If she were to live with the head eunuch long-term, buying more clothes would be essential.

Just then, Cheng Qi spotted a women's clothing store not far away, so he went inside alone.

"Welcome! Is there anything I can help you with...? Huh?!"

The sales assistant greeted her with a smile, but after seeing the customer's face, she couldn't help but let out a soft gasp.

No wonder. The girl in front of them was as beautiful as a work of art, with exaggeratedly long but silky smooth blue princess-cut hair, paired with a cute face that carried a touch of coolness and bewilderment. Even though she was only wearing a blue dress, she was so beautiful that people couldn't help but stare at her for a few more seconds.

"Little sister, what kind of clothes would you like to see?" The sales assistant's enthusiasm seemed to be ignited at once, and her eyes seemed to sparkle.

Seeing the other person's wolfish expression, Cheng Qi subconsciously took a step back.

"...I'm already 20, isn't it a bit much to call me 'little sister'?"

"You're so cute! A little girl like you is a little girl indeed!" The sales assistant was completely intrigued. "Come in and pick out some clothes, I'll help you!"

Unable to refuse their hospitality, Cheng Qi reluctantly went inside.

"Um... I'd like to buy a few sets of everyday clothes, and also a set of pajamas."

"No problem! Leave it to me!"

The sales assistant immediately became energetic, moving among the clothes racks. Half a minute later, she picked out a white puff-sleeved top and lace skirt. "How about this one?"

...To be honest, it's a bit too flashy.

Cheng Qi glanced casually at the other clothes racks. "Do you have... something simpler?"

"Yes, please wait a moment."

Soon, the sales assistant brought out a knitted sweater and overalls, and then tried on an off-the-shoulder top, a turtleneck sweater, and a sailor suit. Cheng Qi also went into the fitting room and began trying on each item.

Not only clothes, but the sales assistant also helped Cheng Qi style his hair in various different ways to match the different outfits.

Standing in front of the dressing mirror, the blue-haired girl wore a white shirt and a suspender skirt, with her hair in pigtails, giving off a "girl next door" vibe.

"So cute!" the sales assistant complimented. "But little sister, you're a bit too slender, especially in the front..."

The sales assistant's gaze subtly swept over Cheng Qi's flat chest. "That's why this style with a slightly ruffled neckline is just right; it perfectly flatters the figure!"

Cheng Qi turned his head away expressionlessly.

You don't need to specifically remind me that I have no material right now!

Finally, among all the clothes, Cheng Qi chose a light-colored sweatshirt and jeans combination, a fitted waist skirt, and the white shirt and suspender dress she was wearing.

"And I'll take this set of pajamas too." She picked up another set of soft and light off-white pajamas.

"Okay! Four sets in total, I'll pack them up for you right away!" The sales assistant was still a little reluctant, but she still picked up the clothes and walked to the cashier.

Cheng Qi breathed a slight sigh of relief. Buying clothes wasn't exactly his forte... and to top it all off, he'd encountered such an overly enthusiastic sales assistant...

Fortunately, the chief eunuch didn't come along.

Following the typical TS novel formula, it's a staple that the protagonist is used as a clothes hanger after transforming. She could already imagine that if Lin Yuyan came over, she would probably find all sorts of more embarrassing clothes for her to change into.

Since I'm here alone, the clothes I choose are at least on the conservative side and ones I like. More importantly, I can control the time spent choosing clothes; once I find something suitable, I can finish quickly.

The remaining things to buy... are just some daily necessities.

Although the magical girl's secret base is fairly well-equipped with living supplies, the others probably only use it as a temporary residence.

As for myself... I'm going to be living there permanently.

Oh, I almost forgot, underwear and socks too. I feel like the outfits I bought today really need to be paired with pantyhose. But I don't know much about these things… I'll check online before buying.

We're also short on cooking seasonings, pots, and pans. We can get the ingredients bought through the app, but for small items like these… I'll just have to buy them myself. Tonight I can cook for the head eunuch instead of ordering takeout.

Thinking about this, Cheng Qi felt that something was wrong with the current situation.

To urge her to update the story, I need to infiltrate the chief eunuch's inner circle, increase her trust, and deepen her hypnotic state... I can only swallow my pride and keep increasing her favorability.

But somehow... she ended up becoming a maid taking care of the chief eunuch?

Well... I chose this path myself, so I can only walk it through with tears in my eyes.

Grand Eunuch, you'd better finish enjoying my services and then obediently start typing.

While grumbling to himself, Cheng Qi went to the counter to pay and settle the bill.

"Thank you for your patronage, and please come again next time!"

As the sales assistant bid her a warm farewell, Cheng Qi turned around, bag in hand, preparing to leave the store. However, just as she reached the door, her peripheral vision caught a glimpse of a mannequin against the side wall of the store.

Cheng Qi stopped in his tracks.

On this mannequin, a very special piece of clothing is being displayed.

A navy blue Lolita-style long dress, with ribbons wrapped around it. And on the mannequin's head, a large Bonnet is draped.

Cheng Qi's gaze was fixed on the garment.