The Cold and Aloof Palace Master's Daily Demon-Slaying Life

Chapter 94 The fairy sister is taking a bath, everyone please don't peek! (First update)

The hall fell silent for a moment, with only the wind chimes under the eaves tinkling softly in the breeze.

Seeing this, Xiao Bai tugged at Zuo Qingqiu's sleeve: "Sister, let's go soak in the hot springs!"

Zuo Qingqiu nodded and said to the beauties, "Please continue, there's no need to be reserved."

After saying that, she took Little White's hand and walked towards the backyard.

The atmosphere in the front hall only became lively again after the two figures disappeared into the corner of the corridor.

The beautiful woman playing the zither gently plucked a string and smiled, "Your Highness is still as easygoing as ever."

"Yes, if it were any other True Lord, we lowly soul slaves wouldn't even be worthy of kneeling and speaking, let alone living the carefree life we ​​love in Plum Blossom Manor."

"Speaking of which, the little senior seems particularly happy today; his little tail is wagging so lightly."

"That's right, they must have had some good news today."

The women chuckled softly, and the music resumed.

This time, a different tune was played. The clear and melodious sound of the zither drifted through the snowy night, mingling with the fragrance of plum blossoms, lingering for a long time.

The backyard hot spring is a semi-open-air design.

The hot spring pool was built of bluestone, about two zhang square, and the edge of the pool was paved with smooth pebbles.

Hot spring water gushes out from the bottom of the pool, its color a light blue, and steam rises up, condensing into white mist in the cold air.

The pond is surrounded by a bamboo fence, on which withered vines climb. In spring and summer, these vines would bloom with pale purple flowers, but now only winding lines remain, like an impressionistic painting in the snowy night.

Zuo Qingqiu walked to the bamboo rack by the pond where clothes were placed and began to undress.

Her movements were unhurried; she first took off her brocade cloak and draped it over a rack.

Then untie the ties of the jacket and skirt and take them off layer by layer.

A sandalwood-colored jacket, an ivory-white skirt, and a plain silk undergarment —

The clothes fell one by one into the rattan basket under the bamboo frame.

Soon, a perfect jade body, as if created by heaven, disappeared into the warm mist.

Her skin was as white as jade, and under the hazy mist and the warm light from the lanterns under the distant corridor, it seemed to shimmer with a faint glow. Any more would make her plump, any less would make her thin, and her curves were breathtaking.

Her long hair cascaded down to her waist, with a few strands damp and clinging to her slender, graceful neck.

She didn't go directly into the water, but gently tested the water temperature with her slender, jade-like toes before taking a long, graceful step into the pool.

The warm spring water flowed over her ankles, calves, and knees—until it reached her delicate collarbone.

She let out a soft sigh, leaned against a smooth round stone by the pool, closed her eyes, and let the warm current envelop her whole body, dispelling the last trace of winter chill and seemingly washing away the fatigue of days of cultivation.

Xiao Bai is much more lively.

She threw the bright red umbrella with gold flecks on the ground, quickly stripped off her red cotton-padded jacket and tiger-head shoes, and even tore off her underwear. Finally, she jumped into the pool with a "plop," splashing a large spray of water.

She splashed around a couple of times before getting used to the water temperature, then leaned against the edge of the pool like her, only her little head sticking out, her eyes squinting comfortably.

The dragon's tail also stretched out, swaying comfortably in the hot water, its scales reflecting the light of the glass lamp, shimmering with tiny iridescent halos.

The two sat facing each other in the pool.

The water temperature was just right, and the steam made people drowsy.

Xiao Bai leaned against the water's edge, her beautiful big eyes uncontrollably glancing a few times at the snowy spring scenery not far away, where "you can't see your toes when you look down."

Suddenly, as if she had thought of something, she swam to Zuo Qingqiu's side.

"Sister, let me scrub your back!"

Zuo Qingqiu opened her eyes, her cool gaze appearing exceptionally gentle amidst the misty, watery light: "Hmm? Why did you suddenly think of this?"

"I just suddenly wanted to!" Xiaobai had already touched the bath beans by the pool.

Zuo Qingqiu thought for a moment and did not refuse: "Alright."

She turned around, her back to Xiaobai.

Her wet, dark hair was gathered to one shoulder, revealing her smooth, jade-like back.

Her back had smooth and beautiful lines, and her shoulder blades showed faint outlines beneath her skin, like a pair of butterfly wings about to unfold.

The steam from the hot spring condensed into fine droplets on her back, which slowly slid down her jade-like back.

Xiao Bai knelt behind her, lathered the bath beans in his hands, and then gently rubbed them onto Zuo Qingqiu's back as if serving a deity.

Her movements were a little clumsy at first, but she quickly found her rhythm.

As Xiaobai wiped her face, she exclaimed in admiration: "Sister's skin is so flawless and pure, it's truly divine!"

This wasn't a deliberate compliment, but a genuine exclamation.

It is as delicate as the finest mutton fat jade, warm and smooth, with the softness and elasticity unique to living human skin.

Under the steam of hot water, her skin took on a faint pink hue, spreading from her neck down to her shoulders and back, a sight to behold—

Xiao Bai shook his head, clearing his mind of strange thoughts, and focused on rubbing his back.

When human cultivators reach a high level of cultivation, their physical bodies are repeatedly tempered by the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, undergoing a complete transformation, and their skin naturally becomes as smooth and lustrous as jade.

My sister is a Golden Core True Monarch, so it's perfectly normal for her to have skin like that.

But—she still thought her sister's back was especially beautiful.

That kind of beauty isn't just about physical appearance; it's more like a manifestation of some kind of Taoist charm.

On the other side, Zuo Qingqiu simply relaxed her body and let her do as she pleased.

Only the gentle ripples of water could be heard in the pond, and a few cries of night birds could be heard in the distance before silence returned.

After rubbing her back, Xiaobai returned to her original spot with some regret and closed her eyes to enjoy the hot spring.

Hot springs are indeed beneficial for spiritual practice—the gentle spiritual energy contained in the pool water slowly seeps into the meridians through the skin, nourishing the body.

For Zuo Qingqiu, this benefit was almost negligible.

But for someone like Xiaobai in the Foundation Establishment stage, it's a real benefit.

After soaking in the hot spring until their bodies felt relaxed and their skin was slightly flushed, the two got out of the hot spring and changed into clean casual clothes.

The skirt was made of plain silk, loose and comfortable, and only needed to be tied at the waist with a belt.

After getting dressed, the two walked along the corridor toward the front hall.

I just finished soaking in the hot spring, and my whole body feels warm and cozy. I don't even feel cold from the night breeze blowing in my face.

The glass lamps under the eaves stretched and shortened their shadows, like characters in a shadow play, performing a silent drama in the pure white snow night.

When I returned to the front hall, the beauties were still there.

The zither has been put away, and now the women are gathered in twos and threes, some admiring the paintings hanging on the wall, and others chatting and laughing quietly.

Upon seeing Zuo Qingqiu and Xiaobai enter, they rose and bowed once again.

Zuo Qingqiu sat down in the main seat—a round-backed chair made of rosewood with a thick sable fur cushion.

Immediately, a beautiful and sensible lady served hot tea.

The tea is a top-quality spiritual tea, picked from a three-thousand-year-old spiritual tea tree inside Taihua Gate. Only the tenderest buds are taken each year. After brewing, a faint tea fragrance permeates the air, filling the room with a refreshing aroma.

Xiao Bai nestled on a low stool next to Zuo Qingqiu, hugging a soft pillow. Suddenly, as if struck by a sudden thought, she suggested, "Sister, let's have the beautiful ladies play the piano and dance to entertain us! We just finished soaking in the hot springs, it'll be perfect for a good show!"

Zuo Qingqiu took a sip of tea and looked at the group of beauties: "Are you all willing?"

That's a redundant question.

To be able to perform for a Golden Core True Monarch is an opportunity that many cultivators would beg for on their knees before their cave dwellings. Why wouldn't they be willing? Moreover, although True Monarch Zixu is aloof, she never looks down on anyone. In addition, her appearance and demeanor are unparalleled. Being able to please her for a moment is an excellent thing in itself.

"It is our honor to perform for His Highness the True Lord." Thirty-Sixth Sister, the most senior among the women present, curtsied gracefully and asked, "What kind of music would His Highness like to hear?"

"It's up to you." Zuo Qingqiu waved her hand. "Just pick what you're good at."

So the front hall was quickly and simply decorated.

The zither table was set up in the center, and Thirty-Six Sisters sat upright behind it;

Four other beauties, each holding a xiao (vertical flute), dizi (bamboo flute), sheng (mouth organ), and pipa (lute), sat on either side;

The other beauties stepped aside, and six women prepared to dance.

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