11: Eat and drink enough to go for a massage

“If there are no problems, then let's just choose Jue Shan University.”

“I’ll study biology, and you’ll study Chinese.”

“Alright, it’s settled then.”

Although choosing a university and a major seemed like a very important matter.

In reality, Bai Xuan didn’t take it to heart, and neither did Jiang Yuxi.

She wasn't too concerned about universities or majors at the moment.

Anyway, no matter what university or what major she studied, she was her parents' only daughter and would never have to worry about money in this lifetime.

So, were university and majors really that important to her?

As for Bai Xuan.

That went without saying.

The game world was Bai Xuan's future.

“The university is decided, and the major is also decided.”

“We’ve eaten our fill and had enough to drink.”

“So, where should we go next?”

Jiang Yuxi's eyes darted around, as if she had a good idea, and then she suggested:

“We’re both adults, but we’ve never had alcohol.”

“How about we go to a bar today and check it out?”

Watching Jiang Yuxi, Bai Xuan roughly guessed that his Good Brother wanted to test the waters.

However, Bai Xuan didn't want to give her that opportunity, so he immediately refused:

“Hmm… Actually, I’ve tasted it. It feels very bitter. I still prefer cola. Let's skip the bar.”

“Alright.”

Although a little disappointed, Jiang Yuxi wasn't surprised.

After a slight pause, she continued to suggest:

“Then should we still go see a movie today?”

“It feels pretty boring to always just eat and watch movies whenever we go out.”

After replying, Bai Xuan suddenly had an idea.

“If not, how about we go for a massage?”

During the day today, Bai Xuan had been hunting monsters on the street outside the residential area.

He had quite a haul, but he was also tired from a day's work, and Bai Xuan had originally thought of getting some physical therapy.

But then he thought again, he wasn't that tired.

Physical therapy was massage plus electrotherapy.

How about trying other types of massage today?

“???”

“Good Brother, what did you say? We go for a massage?”

Jiang Yuxi was stunned and then asked.

Bai Xuan nodded and explained:

“Yes.”

“Before, I over-exercised, and my body was very sore, so I tried physical therapy.”

“Physical therapy is to relax muscles, reduce muscle tension and spasms, relieve pain, etc., through methods such as massage and electrotherapy…”

“I also exercised all day today, and my body is quite tired.”

“I was originally thinking of getting physical therapy.”

“But then I thought, since my Good Brother is here today, why don't we explore a massage parlor? Maybe it's more comfortable than a physical therapy clinic.”

“It's for health and wellness.”

Listening to Bai Xuan's explanation, Jiang Yuxi thought for a moment, her eyes immediately lit up, and she replied:

“That makes sense.”

“Anyway, I’ve never been, so this is a good chance to experience it with my Good Brother.”

“Okay, okay.”

“Since you’re willing, then let’s look online first to see which one to go to?”

“Alright.”

He took out his phone and searched for nearby massage parlors.

“Good Brother, this Health Preservation Hall has a 4.9 rating, and the 183 yuan full-body massage looks good.”

“Looking at the reviews, everyone says the environment is great, the technique is on point, and there are free drinks, fruits, snacks, and appetizers.”

“What do you say, how about this one?”

Bai Xuan didn't like to waste time, so he quickly flipped through and decided on a target.

And Jiang Yuxi had no objections. A massage parlor with a name like “Health Preservation Hall” sounded much more legitimate than names like “Chuxiu Palace,” “Jiali Foot Spa,” or “Yulong Health Club.”

“Then let’s go with this one.”

“Anyway, we haven’t been to any.”

“Then let’s go.”

The 1.5-kilometer distance wasn't far, and the two rode their electric bikes, arriving in less than ten minutes.

The decor did look quite luxurious, but the luxury of a small county town was only so much.

As soon as they opened the door, a staff member in uniform came to greet them.

“Two guests, massage or foot soak?”

“Massage.”

“We bought the 183 yuan full-body massage online.”

“Okay, then let’s verify it.”

After showing the QR code and completing the verification, the staff member continued:

“Two guests, please follow me.”

Although her service attitude was very warm and friendly.

Her eyes couldn't help but keep looking at Bai Xuan.

It was her first time seeing such a handsome guest come for a massage.

So she guessed that Bai Xuan and Jiang Yuxi were first-timers, and thus didn't ask if they had a preferred masseuse, but instead asked:

“Do you two have any requirements for the masseuse?”

“I want someone with good technique.”

Bai Xuan directly stated his requirement.

Jiang Yuxi on the side echoed:

“Me too.”

“Then what would you two like to drink? We have black tea, green tea, and chrysanthemum tea.”

“Do you have cola?”

“Yes, yes. Would the guest like it room temperature or iced?”

“Iced.”

“I want iced cola too.”

After hearing their conversation, the staff member left.

Only Bai Xuan and Jiang Yuxi remained in the dimly lit room.

“I’ve never had a massage before, so I don’t know what it’s like.”

Jiang Yuxi looked around the room's environment and said:

“But from the looks of it, it should be pretty legitimate.”

Bai Xuan thought for a moment and said, somewhat uncertainly:

“It’s a society governed by law now.”

“Massage parlors like this, where you can buy packages online, should all be legitimate, right?”

“If it were an illegitimate place, would it dare to be so brazen?”

“Not necessarily.”

Because of her family background, Jiang Yuxi knew about some negative social phenomena, and immediately replied:

“As long as the connections are strong enough, it dares to be brazen.”

“At least in this small county town of Lehan, that’s how it is.”

After hearing Jiang Yuxi's reply, Bai Xuan gently nodded. Bai Xuan still believed Jiang Yuxi's words; she had no need to lie to him.

Although he had also seen some negative social information online, he was ultimately just a prospective university student who had just graduated from high school and had no personal experience with it.

In any case, Bai Xuan knew that this society was beautiful, but not entirely so, and there were still many, many problems.

Some problems would be solved, while others couldn't be.

However, even if old problems were solved, new ones would continuously arise.

So, it didn't matter.

He was still young, and as long as he lived, he would eventually understand this society more and more, gaining a clearer perception of the world.

As for now, he needed to experience more, understand more, and learn more, not to view any problem one-sidedly.

“Is that so?”

“It seems connections are indeed a good thing.”

Bai Xuan and Jiang Yuxi chatted while waiting.

Soon, the staff member brought cola, fruits, and small snacks.

The iced cola was in a glass cup with a straw.

The fruits were cherry tomatoes, cantaloupe, and watermelon.

The small snacks were candies, biscuits, and triangular crispy treats.

Drinks and food were served, and soon a knock on the door sounded.

“Come in.”