Chapter 206: Tranquility in the Lunar Valley
“Bai Xin?”
Mao Ruoyu was surprised.
Then, a warm smile appeared on her face. “Although she’s a bit different now, she’s still kind and caring at heart, just like ten years ago.”
“But did she say anything harsh to you, my husband?”
“She was quite polite.”
Lin Tianlu chuckled. “She’s a reasonable person. She didn’t try to pick a fight with me.”
“Even if she disliked you, she wouldn’t dare to attack you within the valley.”
Mao Ruoyu covered her mouth with her hand, a nostalgic smile on her face as she recalled the past.
The memories of ten years ago were still vivid in her mind.
She had played and laughed with Bai Xin in this very courtyard, sharing stories and secrets.
“Hiss…”
She suddenly gasped, her body swaying slightly.
Lin Tianlu quickly steadied her, his voice filled with concern. “Are you alright, Ruoyu? Are you feeling unwell?”
“Why would you ask such a… shameful question, my husband?”
Mao Ruoyu looked up at him, her beautiful lavender eyes sparkling with a mixture of shyness and desire, despite her usual cold and aloof demeanor.
She tugged at her robe, her lips bitten slightly, a blush creeping onto her cheeks. “It’s your fault, my husband… You were so… vigorous last night. I’m still sore.”
Lin Tianlu was startled.
Then he chuckled and caressed her cheek. “Are you complaining, Ruoyu?”
Mao Ruoyu’s eyelashes fluttered, and her eyes sparkled with a playful light. She whispered, “Of course not… I enjoyed it, my husband. Being with you is all that matters.”
Seeing her seductive shyness, Lin Tianlu’s heart melted, and he gently supported her. “If you’re feeling unwell, then go back and rest. If you’re hungry, I’ll prepare some food for you.”
“…Mm.”
Mao Ruoyu nodded softly, glancing at his handsome face, a happy smile appearing on her lips.
“But, Ruoyu, if you transform into that ‘dark form’ again, you need to be more careful.” Lin Tianlu said with a playful warning. “Remember to take some tonics.”
“…”
Mao Ruoyu’s face flushed crimson, and she lowered her head, unable to speak, her heart filled with embarrassment.
She hadn’t realized she would be so… unrestrained last night!
She had said and done such shameful things, deliberately trying to seduce him… it was all her other self’s fault!
…
Three days later, the turmoil had subsided.
Peace returned to the Lunar Valley, the damage from the battle repaired, as if nothing had happened.
As night fell, a single private chamber remained brightly lit.
…
In the steamy hot spring, Mao Ruoyu trailed her fingers through the water, droplets clinging to her skin.
She sighed softly, her heart calm and peaceful as she felt the balanced flow of the Moon Shadow Breath within her.
After several days of focused cultivation, she had regained control of her emotions and returned to her usual self.
And she could even sense her cultivation improving, the abundant Yin energy within her body gradually integrating with her own power. Perhaps soon, she would be able to break through to the Crimson Demon Realm, or even the Savage Realm.
Such rapid progress would surely cause a stir if it were known.
At least her master had been quite “shocked” when she had found out.
But…
“My hair is just like Miss Cheng’s now.”
Mao Ruoyu picked up a strand of her silver hair and chuckled softly.
She didn’t mind the change in her hair color.
After all, the mysterious woman within the jade pendant had helped her through so many difficult situations. And their connection felt warm and familiar. She was almost reluctant to separate…
Of course, she couldn’t really separate from her now.
After regaining the Moon Shadow Breath, her transformed state seemed to have become permanent.
So she had started trying to communicate with the mysterious woman within her, hoping to form a friendship.
But the woman seemed cold and distant, unresponsive to her attempts at communication, her presence a silent shadow within her mind.
“It’s a pity…”
“Ruoyu, there you are.”
A soft chuckle startled her.
Mao Ruoyu turned to see the Ninth Elder approaching, a kind smile on her face, her body naked.
Her skin glowed with a youthful radiance in the steamy air, yet her figure was mature and alluring, her curves swaying gently with every step.
“Master? Why are you here tonight…?”
“Miss Yun Yue is visiting Fifth Elder’s Jade Luo Courtyard with Tianlu. I have some free time, so I thought I’d join you for a chat.”
The Ninth Elder gracefully entered the hot spring, gathering her long, black hair, and sat down beside Mao Ruoyu.
She sighed contentedly, enjoying the warmth of the water.
“You must be tired from dealing with all those matters in the valley, Master. Let me massage your shoulders.”
Mao Ruoyu smiled and moved closer. “And I heard you’re about to break through. You need to take care of yourself.”
“Alright.”
The Ninth Elder’s smile widened, and she turned slightly, offering her back. “It’s been a while since you’ve given me a massage, Ruoyu. It must have been years.”
Mao Ruoyu’s heart ached, and she bit her lip as she began to massage her master’s shoulders. “Master, this hot spring wasn’t here when I left.”
“I was feeling lonely in this empty courtyard, so Second Elder built it for me.”
The Ninth Elder closed her eyes and sighed softly. “It’s relaxing to soak in the hot spring, but it can be quite lonely sometimes.”
Mao Ruoyu felt a pang of guilt.
How could she have been so heartless, abandoning her master and leaving the Lunar Valley?
…
Splash!
The door suddenly opened.
Hua Shuya stood there, her hands on her hips, a surprised look on her face.
“Huh?”
Mao Ruoyu turned to her. “Shuya? Why are you wearing clothes in the hot spring…?”
“I came to see you, Madam, of course!”
‘Hua Shuya’ smiled brightly, her movements lively and seductive as she jumped into the hot spring, sending water splashing everywhere.
“Eh?”
Splash!
Water sprayed onto Mao Ruoyu and the Ninth Elder, their hair dripping wet.
“…”
Mao Ruoyu blinked, her hair falling loose, her mind momentarily blank.
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