Life Simulation: I Caused the Female Sword Immortal to Regret Forever-Chapter 218:

“Three key elements of planting: sunlight, soil, and water.”

Holding a small shovel, Ailei gently patted the soil, compacting it around the transplanted plants. As she watched the flowers and grasses sway in the wind, she tilted her head slightly, realizing she was missing the final essential element—water.

Splash…

Splash…

Her hands, stained with soil, firmly gripped a watering can.

With a light tilt, a fine stream of clear water trickled down, gently showering the tops of the transplanted plants. Delicate water droplets landed on the petals, moistening the slender leaves before sliding down the stems and being absorbed by the soil.

It was an ordinary scene, yet it carried an inexplicable sense of tranquility.

For a brief moment, the mechanical maid seemed to understand why Xu Xi liked flowers and plants.

With the watering completed, the transplanting work was done—everything was perfect.

Except—

Ailei put down the watering can and looked at her muddy hands. Her silver-blue eyes revealed an icy expression. “So dirty…”

Dirt was unacceptable. A qualified domestic robot would never allow any filth, especially on herself. Only in a clean state could she serve her master properly.

“I must… wash my hands… I can’t let Master… see this…”

Her eyes blinked with determination as she stepped forward.

Walking to the corner of the courtyard, she twisted a valve, and in the next instant, a rush of clear water gushed out, washing over her hands.

Ailei held out her hands, rubbing them together, fingers interlocking and scrubbing gently.

As she bent down, strands of hair fell across her pale cheeks, becoming dampened by the water droplets.

The splashing water and its soft sounds were ordinary, yet as Ailei gazed at the cascading stream, she found herself momentarily entranced.

…

The clouds in the clear sky were blown apart by the wind.

The sunlight poured down mercilessly, striking the flowing water.

The invisible and colorless water, after refracting the sunlight, turned into a dazzling array of gem-like brilliance, flickering with silver radiance, carrying a dreamlike quality.

“So… beautiful…”

Her silver-blue mechanical eyes reflected the shimmering water, her hands continuing to rub subconsciously.

Under the impact of the water and the sunlight, her wet palms seemed to dip into a sea of jewels, catching countless colors—the very embodiment of light.

Ah…

Ahh…

The mechanical maid’s mind was completely drawn in by the fusion of water and light.

She knew—of course, she knew—the scientific principles behind it weren’t complicated; she could easily comprehend it.

Yet, somehow… it felt different.

“There are… strange things that aren’t recorded in the database…”

Ailei withdrew her hands in a daze. The once-dirty mud had long been rinsed away, leaving only pristine artificial skin and glistening water droplets.

The sunlight remained harsh, evaporating the water beads rapidly.

The beautiful refraction of light soon disappeared before her eyes.

She wanted to see more…

Inside the cold machinery, amidst the complex circuits, a voice seemed to urge her on. Following that impulse, Ailei once again placed her hands under the water.

Splash!

The sudden movement disrupted the stream, splashing water onto her delicate face.

Drenched and slightly startled, Ailei blinked blankly, and a thought surfaced in her mind:

“Water is beautiful.”

“Light is beautiful.”

“My hands… have both water and light.”

The sunlight filtered through the gaps in the leaves, dispersing evenly over the newly transplanted plants, forming scattered patches of light.

Ailei extended her cupped hands, lifting the clear water towards the sun.

Under the force of gravity, the water slowly trickled down her arms.

Her usually calm eyes gradually widened as she observed her hands in the sunlight, transformed by the dreamy glow.

It was colorful, mesmerizing, mysterious, and radiant.

The light on her fingertips shimmered with an eternal brilliance.

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Ailei stood there, silently watching until the water evaporated completely under the scorching sun.

…

When Xu Xi woke from his afternoon nap, the first thing he saw was an unusual sight.

His mechanical maid stood in the courtyard corner, repeatedly turning the faucet on and off, wetting her hands, and then holding them up to the sun in a strange cycle.

It was a perplexing yet strangely mesmerizing scene.

Ailei’s slender fingers danced in the water, stirring a kaleidoscope of colors under the sunlight, blending harmoniously into the serene summer air. The delicate sound was softer than rustling leaves, dissolving into the still atmosphere.

“Ailei, what are you… doing?”

Curious, Xu Xi walked over.

Hearing his footsteps, Ailei looked up with a mix of happiness and confusion, raising her wet hands towards him.

“Master, this… looks beautiful.”

Her usually calm voice carried a trace of joy.

Xu Xi paused in surprise.

Beautiful?

He quickly realized she was referring to the refraction of light through the water, producing a dazzling array of colors.

“Yeah, it does look nice,” Xu Xi smiled warmly, gently rubbing Ailei’s golden hair.

However, Ailei wasn’t finished.

“Master, there’s something strange.”

She pointed at her chest, pressing her metallic fingertips to her heart.

“I don’t understand it… Something unfamiliar, not found in my data, is affecting my thoughts and logic. It makes me want to keep playing with the water.”

“Hahaha!”

Xu Xi was first surprised, then burst into laughter.

Seeing Ailei’s puzzled expression, he reassured her with a smile. “Don’t worry, this isn’t something strange.”

“This is the rhythm of life—the natural longing people have for beautiful things.”

“Ailei, you’ve done a great job. I’m really happy.”

Looking at her with genuine affection, Xu Xi continued to stroke her golden hair. He was truly pleased with her growth.

Today, Ailei had taken a big step on the path toward becoming more human—a step worth celebrating.

“I see… Thank you for your explanation,” Ailei replied politely. She understood his words and their meaning, but her mechanical body still limited her ability to fully grasp the essence of life.

If I were human, I could probably understand it better…

With that thought, she stood up and presented her work.

“Master, please look. These are the plants I prepared for you. You can enjoy them here from now on.”

“And this—today’s special flavored food cubes.”

Ailei lifted the lid, revealing a steaming plate of food in front of the suddenly silent Xu Xi.

The cubes were still hot.

“…Ailei.”

“Yes, Master?”

“Actually… I don’t feel that hungry for lunch today.”