In the blink of an eye, two months passed, and the appointed day was just around the corner.
The sun was bright in the clear sky as it began its morning ascent.
Spirit Hall City, a city composed entirely of Soul Masters, seemed exceptionally quiet. The vast majority of its Soul Masters were still deep in their cultivation.
Wisteria Residence.
Inside the spacious and fully equipped kitchen, Ye Tian, who had been cultivating all night, was up early. He stirred a sauce in his hand while a pot of steaming wild vegetable dumplings boiled on the stove.
The figure of the Taoist Robe-clad youth stood before the water vapor, his face appearing somewhat indistinct. A milky-white mist, different from the steam, seemed to drift around him, filling the kitchen with a fragrance that did not belong to the dumplings.
After Ye Tian absorbed his second Spirit Ring and consumed the stamen of the Moonlit Water Immortal Flower, the phenomenon brought about by his Martial Soul had not dissipated with time. On the contrary, it had grown even more pronounced.
Fortunately, the thin mist was not confined to a small area and could drift several meters away. Otherwise, if it constantly shrouded him, it would inevitably become tacky and unbearable. It might even cling to his face, which would be a truly unsightly spectacle.
"Done."
Ye Tian lightly picked up a pair of chopsticks and gave the contents of the pot a casual stir. The greenish lines of the filling showed through the white dumpling skins, resembling either jadeite or nephrite, and possessing an extremely tempting luster.
Once the dumplings became plump and white, floating on the surface of the clear broth, Ye Tian knew they were perfectly cooked. He skillfully scooped them out, divided them into two bowls, and placed them on a tray. After tidying up the used cooking utensils, he lifted the rectangular tray with one hand and headed back toward the master bedroom.
Bi Bi Dong's door was open for him, so there was no need to announce his arrival. As was his custom, Ye Tian strode in unhurriedly, following the familiar path.
The room was empty.
Ye Tian set the dumplings down and looked toward the bathroom. "Teacher, the dumplings are ready."
Thwack—!
The bathroom door swung open in response. A pair of bare, fair feet stepped onto the rug outside. A billow of hot steam gushed out, and Bi Bi Dong appeared at the bathroom doorway as if wrapped in the warm vapor.
Her beautiful face was flushed a peachy red from the hot water, giving her a somewhat bewitching look that stirred one's heart.
Bi Bi Dong's cool phoenix eyes glanced at Ye Tian as she said faintly, "Just leave them there for now. You eat first."
With that, Bi Bi Dong took a step forward, walking toward her vanity without a hint of self-consciousness. She was wrapped only in a white bath towel, tucked under her arms and ending just past the top of her thighs. Her pale, slender arms and long legs were completely and generously exposed. With the slightest movement, the contours of her body, front and back, top and bottom, became faintly visible. Delicate, fair skin even seemed to spill out, making for a truly eye-catching sight.
In Ye Tian's eyes, however, this was just his daily routine. Bi Bi Dong no longer minded him looking, so he looked openly, but he never harbored any lewd thoughts. It was just flesh; he could look but not touch. Any extra thoughts would only add to his troubles, which was not conducive to cultivation.
"Yes, I understand."
Ye Tian casually withdrew his gaze and nodded calmly. He then sat down at the table and picked up his bowl and chopsticks. As if remembering something, he looked up at Bi Bi Dong again and said, "Teacher, after we finish cultivating this morning, I have to go to a dinner gathering. I'll have someone send your meals over."
"Oh? Then go ahead."
Standing before her vanity, Bi Bi Dong replied nonchalantly. She picked up a hairpin and began to coil her damp, wine-red hair. While pinning it up, she turned and walked back toward Ye Tian. Still wrapped in the towel, she sat down at the table, bringing a faint, sweet fragrance with her that was quickly dispersed and covered by the Pill Fragrance.
Sitting opposite him, Bi Bi Dong watched Ye Tian lower his head and chew slowly, her eyes reflecting the image of her disciple.
Although she had made her vow, countless meals had passed since that incident. Ye Tian was no longer the same Ye Tian who would engage in witty banter with her. He was always silent. Even when she accidentally exposed herself, his expression remained as placid as still water.
Fortunately, Ye Tian didn't deliberately avoid her. Just like now, the two of them could still sit peacefully face-to-face.
Slap—!
Bi Bi Dong remained silent. She simply raised her hand, slapped it on the table, and pushed it forward. Her voluptuous body pressed against the edge of the table, her curves spilling over with the movement.
Under Ye Tian's nose, a Jade Palm slid into view, accompanied by a few lines of snowy, delicate skin.
"..."
Ye Tian paused, swallowed the piece of dumpling in his mouth, and looked up in confusion. He looked at the delicate, beautiful face before him and asked, "Teacher, is something the matter?"
"..."
Using her body's natural elasticity, Bi Bi Dong leaned back, simultaneously retracting her fair hand. On the table in front of Ye Tian, where her palm had been, now lay an exquisite ring.
"A storage soul tool?"
Ye Tian's face showed his confusion, not understanding what Bi Bi Dong was up to. Ever since he was nearly killed two months ago, he had made up his mind: Don't say anything unnecessary, don't meddle in unnecessary affairs. Don't let your eyes wander, don't let your hands stray—just do what a disciple should do.
Bi Bi Dong folded her long, slender arms in front of her, her fair, bony shoulders slightly drawn in. She raised an eyebrow at Ye Tian and said calmly, "Didn't you want to throw medicinal herbs into a furnace for Pill refining? I specifically found these for you. Their age is decent. They should be good enough for you to practice with."
"Medicinal herbs?"
Ye Tian's eyes lit up. He immediately put down his dumplings, picked up the ring, and peered inside. Hundred-year-old ginseng, decades-old blood ginseng, snow silkworms, cordyceps, notoginseng, and other herbs were packed tightly into the one-cubic-meter space.
A smile bloomed on Ye Tian's face as he clenched the Soul Guidance Device ring in his hand. He looked at Bi Bi Dong and expressed his gratitude.
"Thank you, Teacher!"
"Mm, eat up. After you finish, come to bed with me to cultivate."
"Teacher, please remember to change your clothes," Ye Tian reminded her as usual. Sitting cross-legged required spreading one's legs. Going commando wouldn't do. Even if Bi Bi Dong had truly become more open, it didn't mean she was willing to put everything on display.
"Heh."
Seeing that Ye Tian's face finally lost its business-like expression, Bi Bi Dong couldn't help but let out a soft, mocking laugh.
"It's fine."
"We'll just sit back-to-back later."
"??!"
Ye Tian stared at Bi Bi Dong in astonishment. "Teacher, are you serious?"
"What do you think!" Bi Bi Dong's face turned cold as she spoke in an icy tone.
"Er—"
Ye Tian sheepishly lowered his head and silently ate his dumplings.
Bi Bi Dong smiled, as if she had just enjoyed an appetizer. Still wrapped in her towel, she picked up her bowl of dumplings and began to tuck in heartily.
Compared to two months ago, Bi Bi Dong seemed to be trending toward becoming more like the old Ye Tian. She was chattier, and her words were mostly jokes of this nature.
Time passed, and the morning light faded.
Ye Tian got onto the bed. Bi Bi Dong took off her towel and put on her regular clothes.
As per Bi Bi Dong's request, Ye Tian sat cross-legged in a relatively central position. And Bi Bi Dong sat down cross-legged almost right next to him.
Ye Tian used a Soul Skill to drain his Soul Power, then closed his eyes to Embrace the Core, Concentrate and Circulate Qi.
An even richer Pill Fragrance emerged. The Jade Dew broke down, transforming into a dense fog like water vapor that enveloped the soft couch.
Immersed in this Pill Fragrance, Bi Bi Dong felt refreshed and invigorated. Her pores opened up, and even her cultivation speed seemed to quicken.
Once again, she suppressed the sudden impulse to pull Ye Tian into a tight embrace and monopolize this Pill Fragrance for herself. Bi Bi Dong also closed her eyes and quickly entered a state of cultivation.
It wasn't until the Pill Fragrance around them subsided and the sound of a door opening was heard that Bi Bi Dong slowly opened her eyes. Ye Tian had left Wisteria Residence.
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