Chapter 186: Three Potions

Separate the egg yolks and egg whites into two spare small bowls.

Pour “milk,” “yogurt,” and corn oil into the egg yolks, then whisk them together until well combined.

Next, sift in low-gluten flour, and gently fold it in using a Z-shaped motion.

Xu Yinsheng put on the Chef’s Hat, both hands working in perfect coordination, leaving afterimages in the air.

Even though it was her first time making a cake, every movement was as smooth and practiced as if she had trained for years—flowing seamlessly like a grandmaster whose skills had reached the pinnacle of the craft.

She planned to make a Strawberry Cake, generous and simple, easy to prepare.

She took the chilled egg whites from the refrigerator, added granulated sugar, and whipped them until stiff peaks formed.

Then she folded the egg yolks and egg whites together evenly.

With her other hand, she washed dozens of strawberries, each crowned with vibrant green leaves.

Once cleaned, she set them aside.

The essence of cake lies in the fermentation of the batter.

With Witch Xu Yinsheng’s magic at hand, fermentation only took a moment.

After a flurry of activity, Xu Yinsheng took the baked cake out, placed a generous scoop of Cream in the center, then covered it with another spoonful, spreading the Cream around the edge of the cake, and finally covering the entire cake with Cream.

She then arranged the cleaned strawberries on top, added a few pieces of Chocolate, and placed a Happy Birthday Chocolate Plaque engraved with “Happy Birthday” right in the center.

“Not bad, not bad.”

Witch Xu Yinsheng clapped her hands, perfectly on cue.

She snapped her fingers again.

***

The scene shifted, and the three Xu Yinshangs returned to the living room.

Their clothes reverted to normal, and even the Chef’s Hat on her head vanished.

“It’s finally done.”

Xu Yinsheng flopped back onto the sofa.

“I’m exhausted!”

Even with the High Technology Chef’s Hat’s support, she’d been the only one working the whole time.

As for Witch Xu Yinsheng, she sat to the side, hugging Cute Baby Xu Yinsheng, observing the process.

She called it, with great justification: “Giving the young ones more chances to practice.”

“Thanks for your hard work.”

Witch Xu Yinsheng walked over and gave Xu Yinsheng a back rub to soothe her.

A combo of little moves later, Xu Yinsheng felt pampered and completely at ease.

Then, Witch Xu Yinsheng took three potions out of her pocket and placed them on the table one by one.

Each potion was about two centimeters long, containing a clear liquid.

Tiny pieces of paper were stuck on each bottle, each labeled differently.

“What’s this?”

Xu Yinsheng curiously reached for the one on the far left, but Witch Xu Yinsheng snatched it away first.

She picked up all three potions, shaking them proudly in front of Xu Yinsheng.

“My specially concocted Witch Potion: Growth Potion, Shrink Potion, Transformation Potion.”

“In plain language, please.”

“To put it simply, the Growth Potion can also be called an enhancement potion. Its effects…”

Witch Xu Yinsheng’s lips curled into an auntie-like grin.

“Bigger, thicker, longer lasting, and increased volume, with zero side effects.”

Just a few words summed up the potion’s effects.

If it hit the market, it would be a smash hit, making countless men spread the news in excitement.

“Pour this on the cake later, and you’ll have a wonderful night.”

She winked at Xu Yinsheng, her amethyst-like eyes filled with anticipation and delight.

Xu Yinsheng scooted away with a look of disgust.

“Didn’t you say Zhao Yicheng’s Magic Resistance was maxed out? Will this even work on him?”

“It’s a new era—no more sticking to the old Witch ways.”

Witch Xu Yinsheng curled her lip.

“This is my latest invention, mixing High Technology with magic. Of course it works on him, and I’ve personally tested it.”

“Attack Speed increased by 30%, Critical Hit increased by 40%, Endurance increased by 25%, and as for volume, I went with the Average Amount—about a 60% increase. As for the flavor…”

Witch Xu Yinsheng winked playfully at her, the teasing in her eyes unmistakable.

“Practice is the only test of truth! Go on, give it to him! Let him understand that cats are carnivores.”

Xu Yinsheng rolled her eyes.

Damn, is she even human?

This is basically a living succubus straight out of a racy novel!

“The cake is done. You can go now.”

She pointed outside, her meaning obvious.

Talking to her future self was a test of her blood pressure—especially since the other was always coming up with outrageous ideas.

Xu Yinsheng wished she could just slash her with a sword!

If this embarrassing, submissive future self disappeared, it would be for the best!!

Of course Witch Xu Yinsheng understood Xu Yinsheng was trying to send her away, but she just wouldn’t leave.

She sat right next to Xu Yinsheng on the sofa, so close that they could hear each other breathing.

She propped her chin on one hand, resting her head lazily, and even threw her leg over Xu Yinsheng’s lap without any regard for manners…

Xu Yinsheng’s forehead veins bulged.

She’s putting her foot on my lap! Does she think I have no temper?

“Little Xu, what do you think about ‘Shapeshifting’?”

Her lazy voice broke the strange silence between Xu Yinsheng and Witch Xu Yinsheng.

Xu Yinsheng looked up, her eyes landing on the other’s face.

Every one of Xu Yinsheng’s transformations was a top-quality beauty, and her “Witch Form” was no exception.

Witch Xu Yinsheng’s features were exquisitely beautiful, leaning toward a softer, more alluring style.

Her brows and eyes carried a charm that made people want to get close.

“Watch while sitting, watch while lying down, I even watch while eating.”

She snorted.

A few black lines appeared on Witch Xu Yinsheng’s forehead.

“Alright, I’ll be direct—what do you think of the Magic Energy Automaton? Is it useful?”

“It’s great, very versatile. It can split, eavesdrop, invade—everything you could need.”

After she finished, Xu Yinsheng mentally gave the Magic Energy Automaton Form a thumbs up.

“If, and this is just hypothetical, if you had to stay in Magic Energy Automaton Form forever, would you be willing?”

“Sure, it’s pretty good.”

“Child, you’re being short-sighted.”

“Huh?”

Xu Yinsheng was confused by the sudden comment.

“You are Xu Yinsheng, not the Magic Energy Automaton.”

Witch Xu Yinsheng looked at her, full of exasperation.

“Shapeshifting is for you to experience different roles. Magic Energy Automaton is just one among many—not your everything.”

“You are Xu Yinsheng, and Magic Energy Automaton is only one of your roles. If you become obsessed with one, you’ll lose control!”

“In plain language.”

Xu Yinsheng cut her off impatiently.

“Shapeshifting is the norm for our lives. If you stay in one form too long, ‘Shapeshifting’ won’t be ‘Shapeshifting’ anymore. That means ‘Shapeshifting’ will go out of control, and you—”

She broke off abruptly, and Xu Yinsheng asked timidly, “And then what happens?” The other just shrugged.

“How should I know? I’ve never lost control.”

“How long until your next Shapeshifting?”

“Two days.”

“Let me help you out a little.”

Witch Xu Yinsheng snapped her fingers.

In an instant, Xu Yinsheng felt several hot currents surging through her body.

Her whole form began to change rapidly, and in less than ten seconds, all traces of the Magic Energy Automaton’s silver traits disappeared, replaced by a girl with long hair down to her waist and a soft, delicate face.

“I’ve returned you to your original blank-slate form. Personally, I like to call it the Primal Xu Yinsheng Form.”

“So, does that mean I’m a guy now?”

Xu Yinsheng said, reaching down curiously…

“Why is it flat?!”