An Immortal Lord Fell from the Sky [Ancient to Modern]

An immortal suddenly fell into Chen Jia's home.

This immortal had lost all his powers. Apart from breaking her computer and nearly setting the kitchen on fire, he was completely useless.

Just as Chen Jia was about to throw him out, she received a holiday gift from her mother: her five-year-old nephew.

She withdrew the hand she'd been about to use to haul the immortal out and promptly plopped her nephew into his arms. "You can look after the kid to pay your rent."

Immortal: I shall do my best. In his heart, he thought, Once I gather enough human goodwill and regain my immortal powers, I'll be on my way.

The five-year-old was already good at using a phone, and even had his own livestream.

The little boy turned the camera around. "Hi, everyone! This is my aunt, and this is my uncle..."

Chen Jia: Don't make things up!

The comments erupted in screams. [Wow, your uncle is so handsome!!! Are you looking for another aunt?]

[System: Human goodwill +1000]

Immortal and Chen Jia took Congcong to an amusement park, where they happened to visit a haunted house.

The immortal, who had been colleagues with the Ten Kings of Hell, was completely unfazed by the haunted house NPCs. He even carried Chen Jia in his arms the whole way, despite her being scared witless, without so much as getting out of breath.

The fans in the livestream kept screaming. [Your uncle's boyfriend energy is off the charts!]

[System: Human goodwill +2000]

Feng Dubai: Plan successful.

Until one day, the Demon Lord showed up.

The immortal was leaving. Chen Jia: The Heavenly Realm probably doesn't need money. You can leave, but leave your money behind.

The doorbell rang at just the right moment. Chen Jia's mother looked at the handsome immortal with delight.

Mom: I've seen you on my phone. Oh my, he's handsome, good at housework, and great with kids. Our Jiajia is so lucky.

Chen Jia: Mom, you've got it wrong.

Immortal: You're too kind, Mother. I'll do even better from now on.

Chen Jia: ???

This story is set in an alternate modern world.

--Upcoming Novel 1: The Qing Dynasty's Mascot--

Yinreng drifted above the Forbidden City for more than two centuries. When he opened his eyes, he was back in the familiar Palace of Prolonged Happiness.

After watching the Forbidden City change beyond recognition, Yinreng had completely lost interest in the throne. His vision went dark. Here we go again? QAQ.

Yinreng sat on a rockery with his knees hugged to his chest, gazing at the sky and sighing. Suddenly, he heard a tiny baby wail.

He counted on his fingers. That's Fourth Brother!

With tears in his eyes, Yinreng clenched his little fists. My savior! Fourth Brother, this time I'll launch you straight into stardom!

From then on, Yinreng had a new purpose in life:

1. On the surface, to avoid the miserable fate of being put under house arrest and live a happy, carefree life, he'd be an upbeat, sunny, cheerful, optimistic, but utterly useless pretty boy. In short, a mascot.

2. In secret, he'd do everything he could to help Fourth Brother take the throne, while constantly improving relations between his brothers and building a harmonious family.

The usually quiet Forbidden City suddenly came alive.

Kangxi tested his sons' riding and archery skills. Yinreng accidentally fell off his horse, mildly sprained his ankle, and spent three months in bed recovering.

Kangxi tested his sons on government affairs, starting with the youngest. When it was Yinreng's turn, he said, "Imperial Father, I think all my younger brothers are right. I agree with them all. Especially Fourth Brother: he's reasoned everything out so well."

Kangxi went on his first southern tour. Halfway there, he heard that Yinreng, whom he'd left in the capital, had snuck out of the palace with his brothers the very next day. They played until just before the gates closed, thinking they'd gotten away with it perfectly.

Kangxi: ...

But the princes thought their Second Brother was the best big brother in the world.

He'd have Fourth Brother study flowers and crops with him, spending all day in the sun.

He'd practice tai chi with Eighth Brother and suggest that he cultivate his character and broaden his mind.

He'd discuss Western languages with Ninth Brother and work on a secret code just for the brothers.

He'd take Thirteenth and Fourteenth Brothers to catch koi in the imperial garden pond and roast them...

Of course, to workaholic Kangxi, all of this was nothing but neglecting their proper duties.

After ten years of tireless effort, Yinreng's persona as a useless pretty boy finally paid off.

Kangxi finally decided that Second Brother really was all show and no substance, and that for the sake of the Qing Dynasty's future, he had to abolish the crown prince, even if it broke his heart.

But he hadn't expected all the princes to kneel and cry, "We beg you to reconsider, Imperial Father!"

Fourth and Eighth Brothers were especially eager to plead his case. Kangxi even overheard their secret grumbling: "Imperial Father has really gotten old and muddleheaded. If Second Brother isn't crown prince, does he think we'll take his place?"

Kangxi: ???

--Upcoming Novel 2: Ninth Prince Wins After Rejecting the Rat Race--

Ying Botang, a PhD in child development psychology, transmigrates to the Qing Dynasty and becomes Kangxi's Ninth Prince.

Ha, isn't he supposed to be purged, imprisoned, and given poisoned wine after Fourth Brother takes the throne?

Ying Botang: I'm so scared! QAQ

He looks at his chubby little hands and feet. Thank goodness, he's only three and a half. There's still time to fix things.

After living there for a while, Ying Botang, exhausted from keeping up with his brothers' relentless competition, starts to wonder: Could it be that the princes' succession struggle happened because their father didn't know how to raise children?

To enjoy a peaceful old age, he decides to reject the rat race and embrace a carefree life. He won't just become a couch potato himself; he'll bring his good friends along, too. He'll not only get them all to slack off together, but also brainwash Kangxi and try to change his approach to raising children, so all the brothers can enjoy a happy, carefree life together.

In short, reject the rat race, starting with me, the Ninth Prince!

Everyone, eyes wide with shock: He actually did it!

A little scene:

Yinreng was practicing archery with all his might, vowing to beat the First Prince in their next contest.

A small figure ran over and wrapped both arms around Yinreng's leg. "Crown Prince Brother, Ninth Brother is so bored. Come play with Ninth Brother!"

Yinreng: It's not that I don't want to practice archery. It's just that my little brother is too cute.

[Reading Guide]

There is a female lead, but very little romance. The main focus is on family affection between the pampered protagonist, their parents, and their brothers.

Also known as Ninth Prince Wants to Be a Couch Potato Today, Too, Brothers Should Slack Off Together, and Watch Me Be a Couch Potato, Dad.

Premise: Love is a ray of light