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A possessive, almost defiant urge lingered; to his right lay the plump, soft thigh of a mature woman, heat emanating from her clothing, a subtly alluring warmth that sent shivers down his spine.
The two forces clashed silently, trapping him in the middle. The sensation of ice and fire intertwining made his back slightly numb, and his forehead was almost covered in sweat.
He had no choice but to sit upright, staring straight ahead at the pile of food in his bowl, trying his best to maintain a calm expression.
Meanwhile, Li Qinghan, one of the instigators, was still sitting opposite Su Mu, completely oblivious, cupping her face in her hands and grinning foolishly, seemingly lost in thought.
Thinking about something.
Left with no other option, he turned his pleading gaze to Li Zhaoning, the only "normal" woman across the table, hoping she could say something to change the two women's minds.
think.
Li Zhaoning, who had been silent all along, was slowly eating her soup when she noticed his almost pleading gaze. She looked up, her eyes revealing...
A hint of doubt.
Seeing Su Mu's shifty eyes, as if he had something difficult to say, she tilted her head slightly, looking a little confused, as if asking, "What's wrong?"
Seeing this, Su Mu smiled bitterly to himself. But he had no choice but to bite the bullet and try to convey the "critical situation" under the table with his eyes.
Looking at his slightly stiff expression and hesitant eyes, Li Zhaoning hesitated for a moment before putting down her spoon.
A glimmer of hope instantly ignited in Su Mu's heart, but this light quickly faded away with Li Zhaoning's next move.
She gracefully picked up the serving chopsticks, mimicking everyone else, and took a piece of lightly shredded bamboo shoot, placing it into Su Mu's noticeably protruding, trembling breast.
He placed the bowl in his mouth, his tone as steady as ever, yet revealing a hint of awkward concern: "Mu'er, eat more."
Mu'er glanced at me, then at the table… she must think I was being too obvious in avoiding him, and wanted me to pick up some food for her. Li Zhaoning smiled inwardly, and then took…
He even added several chopsticks for Su Mu.
"..." Su Mu looked at the small, teetering mountain in the bowl, then felt the undiminished, even more so, food under the table thanks to the prince's "generous" aid.
The pressure, which seemed to be pressing even closer, left him speechless for a moment.
Finally, he could only resign himself to his fate, take a deep breath, and offer a flawless, gentle smile, thanking them one by one:
"Thank you, Your Highness. Thank you, Aunt Hu. Thank you, Xiaoxiao. Thank you, Qinghan."
Then, he picked up his chopsticks and began to eat heartily, but while the bulge in the bowl subsided, the bulge in another part of the bowl remained.
Author's words
The mountain is famous
Two extra chapters today!
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Chapter Twenty-Two: Xiaoxiao's Inner Demons
The candlelight flickered, illuminating Su Mu's serene profile. He had just finished communicating with his senior uncles and sisters; his fingertips hadn't even left the scroll yet when it appeared again.
The light came on, and amidst the flickering light, there was an unusual urgency—it was Aunt Gu.
"Mu'er." Gu Zhaorong's voice came from the talisman book, still graceful and gentle, but unable to hide her urgency and a trace of imperceptible fatigue.
"I am aware of what happened in Linhe Town. Were you all unharmed? This is your first time fighting since your meridians recovered. Is your internal energy still stable?"
Are there any lingering health issues? Xiaoxiao is one too.
She pressed for details, as if she wanted to thoroughly examine them through the talisman book.
Feeling her concern, Su Mu's heart warmed, and she slowly replied, "Aunt Gu, don't worry, Xiaoxiao and I are both safe and sound, and our internal energy is unaffected."
It also left no hidden injuries.
"But in this battle, those mysterious cultivators who slaughtered villages and hunted us down back then have reappeared," Su Mu said solemnly. "Moreover..."
It shares the same origin as the monster Xiaoxiao encountered in the secret realm a few days ago.
"What?!" Gu Zhaorong's tone tightened abruptly, her voice filled with obvious surprise and worry. "Then you..."
"Aunt Gu, there's no need to worry. Xiaoxiao and I have already worked together to kill him." Su Mu changed the subject, "The mysterious cultivator who appeared this time is more powerful than he was back then."
They are even more powerful and can control demons; they can even speak human language.
This is enough to show that the powerful figure behind the scenes is still creating and planting these monsters, and their methods and purposes are becoming increasingly unpredictable.
Upon hearing this, Qing Zhaorong remained silent for a moment before letting out a soft sigh: "It's fortunate that you are all unharmed. As for this mysterious cultivator and the person behind him..."
Once I break through to the Nascent Soul realm, perhaps I can glean a clue from the scroll in my hand.
Her tone turned serious again, "Mu'er, you must keep the next matter in mind and never take it lightly."
Her voice lowered, "You were attacked in Linhe Town, while I was far away at the sect. Although I was worried, all I could do was cast a divination for you."
The situation is obscure and difficult to discern, but there is a hidden darkness swirling within Xiaoxiao's aura, likely a sign that her inner demons are beginning to emerge.
"Inner demons?" Su Mu's brows furrowed suddenly, and he sat up straight. Reaching the peak of Foundation Establishment and then questioning the Golden Core stage is the first true hurdle on the path of cultivation.
This is a major hurdle, a perilous trial of inner demons, where countless exceptionally talented individuals have perished.
"Indeed," Gu Zhaorong affirmed. "Xiaoxiao has already reached the peak of Foundation Establishment, only a hair's breadth away from breaking through. This fierce battle in Linhe Town has brought back her sworn enemy..."
Furthermore, given the extreme joy and sorrow you experienced upon achieving your goal, your minds are bound to be shaken, making you highly susceptible to the arising of inner demons.
"This is a critical moment. You must pay close attention to her mental state and not be careless in the slightest."
Su Mu took a deep breath, quickly calming herself, her gaze composed: "I understand. Aunt Gu, rest assured, I will protect Xiaoxiao completely, I will never..."
This will give inner demons an opportunity to take hold.
He hesitated for a moment, then pressed on, "But what caused this calamity? Is there any clue to follow?"
A longer silence fell on the other end of the talisman, and after a long while, a barely audible sigh, filled with complex emotions, finally came through.
"Ah, Xiaoxiao, that child, is gentle on the outside but resilient on the inside, with a pure yet profound heart. She sees you as her closest relative and her dearest love; this is her way."
The foundation of the heart is also... its greatest obsession.
Ding Zhaorong's words were tinged with an unyielding melancholy and a hint of barely perceptible bitterness: "The divination is obscure, yet the fire of jealousy flickers. I worry..."
The more open-minded and sensible she is usually, the more she buries her emotions deep inside, making her more susceptible to being amplified and consumed by her inner demons at this moment.
"In a way, it might also be related to me. Seeing you and me being intimate, she suppressed her jealousy and not only treated us with great care but even intentionally helped us get along."
You and me.
This suppression of her true nature and forced tolerance inadvertently became the catalyst for her inner turmoil. "Mu'er, I..." Su Mu seemed to see the talisman...
On the other end, Aunt Gu lowered her eyes, looking extremely remorseful.
“Aunt Gu.” Su Mu interrupted her gently but firmly, her voice steady, which reassured Gu Zhaorong. “Xiaoxiao’s inner conflict stems from me, from my lack of understanding.”
The responsibility of guidance naturally lies with me.
"You are far away in the sect, and the sect affairs are heavy. The entire Mianhua Sect needs your care and attention to maintain order. Please do not blame yourself or worry excessively about this matter. I will take care of everything."
I will not let her be tormented by her inner demons.
His words were calm and unhurried, as if all problems could be easily solved in front of him.
The breathing on the other end of the talisman finally calmed down. Gu Zhaorong then carefully gave many instructions on how to nourish one's mind and observe signs, her words conveying a sense of peace and tranquility.
The communication was cut off only after it was filled with the love and care of the elders.
As the talisman's spiritual light faded, Su Mu's expression remained calm and composed, his eyes deep and unfathomable, a hint of solemnity and determination flashing across them.
He remained calm and composed, carefully reviewing each of Aunt Gu's instructions in his mind, and considering each subsequent step.
Correct.
Just then, the door was gently pushed open. Su Zhixiao had finished bathing, and her body was surrounded by steaming water vapor and the delicate fragrance of soapberry.
Her dark, wet hair cascaded down her back, and she wore only a plain nightgown, which accentuated her slender and delicate figure, revealing glimpses of her breasts.
Its roundness is evident.
She glanced up and saw Su Mu sitting alone under the lamp. Her eyes shifted slightly, and she approached lightly, her voice soft and gentle, yet tinged with a hint of probing:
"Brother, who were you discussing talismans with just now?" The question seemed casual, but the gaze subtly swept over the talisman book that Su Mu had placed on the ground.
Su Mu looked up and met Zhi Xiao's gaze. She noticed that the resentment in Zhi Xiao's eyes was more genuine than when she was joking, as if it carried a tangible weight.
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This further convinced him of the existence of his inner demons.
However, in an instant, his expression returned to its usual gentle and composed state. He naturally reached out and took her slightly cool hand in his palm.
He gently brushed the slightly damp strands of hair from her shoulder, his tone calm and expressionless:
"It was the senior uncles and sisters from the sect who heard about what happened in Linhe Town and were worried, so they asked a few more questions. I just finished replying and was wondering when you would return."
Come. ”
His fingertips were warm and dry as he gently brushed her slightly damp temples. "Here, let me dry you off so you don't catch a cold."
The matter of inner demons must never be known to Xiaoxiao. Xiaoxiao is extremely sensible; she witnessed me "treating" Aunt Hu yesterday, and she already knows Aunt Hu...
He prioritized his health and did not have an attack.
If she knew the truth, she would only suppress her jealousy even more, making her inner demons even harder to control. How can we guide her so she won't continue to suppress her feelings?
If inner demons truly manifest, how should one deal with them?
"Mmm!" Su Zhixiao immediately smiled, obediently sitting in his lap, resting her head against his chest, enjoying the gentle touch of his fingertips.
Organize.
A simple cleansing spell could solve the problem, yet she deeply cherished these tender moments of skin-to-skin contact, loving to feel this unique intimacy he shared with her.
Incredibly tender.
She tilted her head back and carefully observed his expression. He looked calmly, a smile playing on his lips, showing no sign of anything amiss, except for the hint of resentment in his eyes.
They quietly dispersed.
She nestled closer to him, her cheek against his warm chest, gently rubbing against him, her voice filled with deep dependence and weariness:
"My brother was busy all day yesterday and is a little tired... but we agreed beforehand... tonight..."
Feeling the completely trusting embrace in her arms, and recalling Aunt Gu's warning, Su Mu felt a mix of tenderness and responsibility, adding a touch of caution to her heart.
He pulled her closer, holding her firmly in his arms, and whispered in her ear, his voice deep and reliable: "Yes, I haven't forgotten. What I promised you..."
When has my brother ever broken his promise?
After saying that, he lowered his head and covered Su Zhixiao's lips with his. Their lips met, their breaths mingled, and only the soft sounds of their breathing could be heard during their tender moment.
Su Mu's hand gently stroked her slender back beneath her nightgown, finally resting on her waist. His palm was warm, carrying an undeniable tenderness.
It is a pity that it bears the heavy burden of the whole mass.
Su Zhixiao's body twitched slightly, and she subconsciously moved closer to him, her fingertips unconsciously tightening around his clothes.
With a twist and flick of the fingers, a very soft "feeding" escaped from the throat.
"Mmm~ Brother, hurry~"
Amidst the misty rain, a small figure sat slumped on the ground outside the bedroom.
Li Qinghan's face was as pale as paper. She had mustered her courage, her mind filled with conflicting thoughts and a newly formed resolve, to come and find Su Muyi.
She was trying to express her feelings... but she never expected to encounter such a situation.
"Haa~ Brother Su and Sister Xiaoxiao, they really are together."
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Chapter Twenty-Three: It seems that Sister Xiaoxiao... can't satisfy Brother Su?