Transmigrating to Woo the Villainous Young Lady - Chapter 1

This time, we’re selecting personal maids. Not only must they serve the mistress’s three daily meals, but more importantly…

The Head Maid paused, her deep blue skirt swaying before them.

…they must warm her bed.

Shen Li lowered her head, intimidated by the Head Maid’s imposing presence.

Host, it’s just warming a bed!

Go for it! Have you forgotten your conquest mission?!

The System’s incessant chatter filled Shen Li’s ears, but she ignored it.

She had been transmigrated into this world for three years, diligently working as a cleaning maid every day. Yet her daily meals consisted of nothing but cornbread or watery porridge, leaving her eyes to light up at the mere sight of pickled vegetables.

Forget about fried chicken and milk tea—those were luxuries she could only dream of from her past life.

In this ancient era, salt was an extremely precious commodity, let alone sugar.

Shen Li had considered the System’s conquest mission. After all, it offered the chance to exchange Strategy Value for delicious food. But…

The System’s previous Hosts had all died after failing their conquests. Shen Li, being afraid of death, hesitated to act rashly.

Her target was a notoriously cruel character in the novel, the ultimate Villain Boss.

When the male lead she admired fell in love with the female lead and broke off their engagement, Fu Guiyi severed the female lead’s Achilles tendons, leaving her permanently crippled and confined to a sedan chair for life.

The Head Maid waited for a moment, but all she saw were the maids trembling, none daring to step forward.

They all knew the Eldest Miss’s cruel temperament. If they were to serve her, they might very well meet a violent end the next day.

Very well! The Fu Family has spent so much silver to support you, and this is how you repay your masters! the Head Maid snapped.

Just then, Shen Li shifted forward, lifting her head. Her eyes were as warm as a spring breeze and as calm as a still lake. A mole at the corner of her eye lent her a natural, fox-like charm.

This servant is willing, Shen Li declared.

The moment her words left her lips, the System erupted with fireworks in her ear.

Excellent! Just as I expected of my chosen Host! Given that you’ve finally taken the first step in your strategy after three years of transmigrating, this System awards you 5 Strategy Value points!

Why did Shen Li get the feeling her System was being a bit sarcastic?

But now wasn’t the time to argue with the System. She raised her eyes to meet the Head Maid’s gaze, her expression radiating pure innocence and harmlessness—a performance she executed flawlessly.

Really, I just want to be the Eldest Miss’s personal maid, to repay the Fu Family’s kindness. It has absolutely nothing to do with being tired of steamed buns and thin porridge.

Shen Li had always been a coward, but she dared to accept the System’s mission now because she was tired of her bland, monotonous life.

If she had to eat another meal without even a trace of oil, she truly might die.

Shen Li, you do have a heart after all, the Head Maid said with a smile.

This servant… this servant only wishes to repay the Eldest Miss for taking us in, Shen Li replied, her eyes trembling slightly as she launched into her performance. The Head Maid didn’t suspect her, as Shen Li had always been obedient and dutiful for the past three years.

Very well. Though you’re a bit frail, your appearance is decent enough. Go with these two maids to change into fresh clothes and wash thoroughly. Then come see the Eldest Miss.

The Head Maid gave her instructions, and Shen Li rose to her feet, following the two maids out of the room.

Before long, Shen Li had been scrubbed clean from head to toe, even bathed with flower petals—a truly aristocratic indulgence.

The only drawback was that the maids scrubbed a bit too vigorously, leaving her back red and raw.

The Eldest Miss’s courtyard was the most luxurious in the entire Fu Family estate. With her father long deceased and her mother gravely ill, the Eldest Miss alone managed the entire Fu Family’s affairs.

As Shen Li hurried along the pebble path through the courtyard, her breath quickened. She was terrified of provoking the Villain Boss, just like the previous Players.

If she failed, not only would she miss out on completing her strategy mission, but she’d also lose her chance at even a bowl of congee and a cornbread bun.

From start to finish, Shen Li dared not lift her head. After what felt like an eternity, she reached the door of the residence, which the Head Maid opened.

A warm breeze swept through, carrying the faint, lingering scent of incense.

The fragrance was aggressively potent, reflecting the owner’s personality—undoubtedly arrogant and domineering.

Miss, the girl is here.

She came willingly.

The Head Maid’s voice was gentle, a stark contrast to her fierce demeanor earlier when addressing the maids.

Shen Li immediately knelt, stil can’t dare to look up at the Eldest Miss.

Raise your head.

The person before her shifted slightly, the chair creaking softly. Then, a fragrant breeze brushed her face as long, cool fingers pinched her chin, forcing her head up.

Not bad-looking, like a fox.

Only then did Shen Li dare to look at Fu Guiyi. The Eldest Miss wore only a light purple outer robe, its thin fabric embroidered with intricate, golden-threaded flowers and lush foliage.

Shen Li didn’t dare imagine how much those golden threads were worth—how many roast ducks she could buy, or how many roasted chickens she could exchange them for.

Perhaps due to her military lineage, Fu Guiyi possessed a distinctly heroic appearance. Her slightly upturned eyes and brows exuded an aura of unapproachability.

Though her lips were crimson, her teeth pearly white, and her complexion fair and delicate, a single glance from those eyes would extinguish all thoughts of intimacy.

Because she was untamable, because she was a poisonous flower—touch her, and death was certain.

Host, I didn’t realize you were so attractive! Fu Guiyi clearly likes you, so your Strategy Value has increased by 1 point!

Still, I’m awarding you 5 bonus points as encouragement!

I’m quite satisfied with my choice this time. Go collect your reward, Fu Guiyi said with a casual wave, dismissing the Head Maid. The Head Maid, ever perceptive, exchanged a meaningful glance with the other maids.

The rest of the maids promptly withdrew, leaving Shen Li and Fu Guiyi alone together.

Why aren’t you afraid of me? Fu Guiyi crouched down, her icy fingers brushing against the corner of Shen Li’s mouth. She hadn’t expected that this maid, despite her meager diet and lack of flesh, could maintain such flawless skin—a truly rare find.

This servant…

Shen Li fell silent, unsure how to respond.

Just speak plainly. I know all the servants in this manor fear me.

No, Eldest Miss! How could you be frightening? If it weren’t for you, I’d likely be wandering the streets, exposed to the elements.

Shen Li spoke truthfully. Unlike other transmigrators who found themselves reborn as young ladies or masters, she had suffered a far more unfortunate fate—her entire body had been transported across worlds.

Her unfamiliar clothing had nearly led others to mistake her for a spy sent by barbarian tribes.

I like your words, Fu Guiyi said with a smile, though the warmth didn’t reach her eyes.

She turned and approached the bed. The day was already growing late, as Shen Li’s bath had taken considerable time.

Do you know how to serve someone? Fu Guiyi asked.

Shen Li glanced at the bed, her entire body trembling.

No way…

Are we really going straight to this?!

What are you thinking? I just want you to take off my shoes, Fu Guiyi said, her voice sharp.

Fu Guiyi possessed an uncanny ability to read people’s hearts. In an instant, she could discern what this little fox was thinking.

Hmph…

Trying to seduce me with your looks? You should know better than to think you can manipulate me.

In this lifetime, Fu Guiyi had no weaknesses, and she certainly wouldn’t be swayed by mere beauty.