Wei Chen awkwardly glanced at the bed. It was one thing for one person to sleep there comfortably, but two people? That seemed a bit too much.
Snow Cicada's face turned crimson as she murmured, "It's cold... it’s warmer when we huddle together..."
His heart raced suddenly. In the dark, cold night, sharing a bed with a woman brought with it implications that were anything but simple!
"Snow Cicada, let's go stay at an inn. Or we could go to the lord's mansion; he’s wealthy, and the guest rooms must be nice," Wei Chen suggested.
"No need to trouble ourselves. I'm used to staying in my own place," Snow Cicada replied, her neck flushed as she realized what she was implying.
Wei Chen fell silent in shock, his gaze at Snow Cicada growing more peculiar. He thought to himself, "Does this woman mean to offer herself? But I can't do that; the burdens I carry are far too heavy."
"Young Master, let me boil some water for you to wash up."
Snow Cicada pressed Wei Chen down onto the bed and went to start a fire to heat water. Soon, she brought a basin of warm water to his feet and gently began to remove his shoes, washing his feet tenderly.
Wei Chen was dumbfounded. This was the first time he had been served by a woman in such a manner! At the headquarters of Dingsheng Trading Company, even the maid Elegant arranged for him had wanted to do this but was firmly rejected by him. Yet before Snow Cicada, he found himself unable to speak up. It wasn't that he didn't want to; he simply couldn't refuse.
For this strong yet pitiful girl from Snowfield, Wei Chen truly felt no inclination to turn her down.
"If I were to harshly refuse her, it would hurt her pride, wouldn't it? Well then, if we’re sleeping together, so be it. I can still cultivate while lying here; I just need to resist any urges."
Wei Chen accepted Snow Cicada's service with a sense of calm. After washing his feet, she fetched more hot water and stood at the head of the bed. "Young Master, take off your clothes."
"What?"
Instinctively, Wei Chen tightened his grip on his clothes and shrank back against the wall, prompting bursts of laughter from Snow Cicada.
"Young Master, let me help you dry your back; there’s so much dust in Snowfield," she said playfully, waving the towel in her hand.
"Oh."
Wei Chen slowly took off his clothes, wondering what this woman was up to...
The warm towel was placed on Wei Chen's back, and a gentle warmth began to rise within him. It wasn't just the temperature on his back; it was a warmth that came from deep inside his heart.
Once everything was ready, Snow Cicada bit her lip and looked at Wei Chen, saying, "Young Master, could you turn around? I’ll let you know when to look back."
"Uh... okay." Wei Chen understood what Snow Cicada intended to do; she had already prepared the wooden tub...
About half an hour later, the sound of splashing water ceased. Snow Cicada emerged from the tub, her snow-white figure brightening the entire room.
As she carefully dried herself, Snow Cicada worried whether Wei Chen would suddenly turn to look. Yet, there was a hint of anticipation within her, hoping that he might glance back unexpectedly...
With a mix of complicated emotions, Snow Cicada changed into a sheer nightgown, turned off the lights, and climbed into bed.
Hearing the movement, Wei Chen's body tensed up. He had never shared a bed with a woman before. The one time with Zhao Yu had been so hazy that he hardly remembered anything; in truth, he had never truly been with a woman...
A warm body pressed against Wei Chen's side.
His body stiffened even more; the bed was small, and two people inevitably ended up close together. Snow Cicada's body also froze instantly as she bit her lip tightly.
In the room, silence reigned, broken only by the sound of their racing heartbeats.
After a while, both of them could no longer hold their tension and gradually relaxed.
The soft warmth emanating a pure fragrance made Wei Chen feel somewhat restless. He swallowed hard and leaned as far against the wall as he could, yet he still couldn't escape that heat.
"Young Master..." Snow Cicada called softly, the warmth brushing against Wei Chen's ear.
Wei Chen responded with a gentle hum, unsure of what to say. He had intended to focus on his cultivation, but with such a beauty so close beside him, it was impossible for any man to resist, and Wei Chen was no exception.
"Once I have avenged myself, can I go with you to Ling City? I have no attachments left in Blizzard City. This place only reminds me of sorrow," Snow Cicada said quietly.
A hint of bitterness appeared at the corners of Wei Chen's mouth; Snow Cicada's meaning was clear, and he could hardly pretend not to understand. However, carrying those burdens alone was manageable, but having another person along would complicate things significantly.
"Young Master, are you troubled? I only want you to take me away from here. Once we reach Ling City, I won't follow you anymore," Snow Cicada added.
Wei Chen sighed lightly and replied, "Snow Cicada, taking you to Ling City is easy. I can even arrange for you to work at Dingsheng Trading Company, where you would have access to some cultivation resources. But anyone connected to me tends to attract trouble. Many want to kill me in Ling City, and upon my return, I don't know what dangers await. If they direct their anger at you..."
"I'm not afraid," Snow Cicada shook her head firmly.
"Alright then, I'll take you to Ling City. The climate there is pleasant and more comfortable," Wei Chen conceded helplessly. Given Snow Cicada's determination, he had no reason to refuse any longer. When they arrived at the headquarters of Dingsheng Trading Company, he could treat her as family without issue.
"Thank you, Young Master," Snow Cicada exclaimed with joy.
"Get some sleep; we have important matters to attend to tomorrow."
"Mm."
The two fell into silence, yet neither could sleep. The warmth under the covers grew increasingly intense, and the heat in Wei Chen's lower abdomen rose as well. A gentle fragrance enveloped Snow Cicada, intoxicating Wei Chen; with every breath he took, that scent filled his lungs, bringing him delightful pleasure.
Both harbored their own thoughts while lying closely together; beneath the covers, their hands had unknowingly intertwined at some point.
"Young Master, once we reach Ling City, can I follow you as your maid?" Snow Cicada suddenly asked.
Wei Chen shook his head lightly. "No need, I live at Dingsheng Trading Company. Just come with me to Dingsheng Trading Company when the time comes; there are servants to take care of my daily needs."
"They certainly won't be as attentive as I am," Snow Cicada paused, then added softly, "and they probably won't be as beautiful as me either..."
Snow Cicada was quite satisfied with her appearance.
Wei Chen was speechless. What was this conversation even about?
"Snow Cicada, can you sense the existence of Soul Power?" Wei Chen changed the subject.
Snow Cicada replied, "Yes, after following your instructions, I felt the presence of Soul Power. I don't know when I'll become a Soul Warrior; then I can help you."
Wei Chen felt a bit touched. This woman, the only thing she could offer him was this rare warmth and sense of security, wasn't it?
"Then hurry up and help me with my cultivation. Once we reach Ling City, I'll find some suitable Cultivation Methods and Soul Techniques for you. Becoming a Soul Warrior will open a whole new world for you, but for me, it's an incredibly difficult path."
"Young Master, if you don't mind, share your troubles with me. I may not be able to do much for you, but being out here will surely feel better. I can sense that you're carrying a heavy burden."
Snow Cicada turned to face Wei Chen, staring at him blankly. The whiteness of her chest stood out brilliantly against the darkness of the night.
Wei Chen chuckled. "There's nothing good to share; those are my own troubles, no need to bother with them."
"You never know; maybe I can offer you some advice."
"Alright then."
Wei Chen found himself unable to refuse her persistence. Besides, there were many things he simply couldn't share with anyone else; they had been buried deep in his heart for a long time. He began recounting everything from Cloud Spirit Sect to Wushuang City, then Eryuan City, and finally Ling City, summarizing all that had happened.
"Do you prefer Sister Wei Rou, or do you like Zhao Yu and Mu Qingyan?"
Women truly think differently than men when it comes to such matters...
Wei Chen felt a pang of frustration and shook his head. "I don't know."
"Maybe you like them all?" Snow Cicada asked again, her tone somewhat peculiar.
"I suppose so," Wei Chen nodded.
For a while, Snow Cicada pondered the question. Finally, she gently bit her lip, her eyes sparkling in the dim light as she looked at Wei Chen. Under his puzzled gaze, she sat up and slowly slipped off her nightgown...
Wei Chen had excellent eyesight, and his eyes widened in surprise.
"People from Blizzard City are straightforward; we don't have many barriers between men and women. If we like someone, we just go for it without asking for anything in return."
Snow Cicada lay back down beside Wei Chen, turning on her side. Her fair skin formed an alluring curve, with two rosy peaks standing proudly above, making Wei Chen gulp hard.
He recalled the time he had helped Snow Cicada channel Soul Power, feeling the incredible elasticity and firmness of her body. His fingers twitched slightly, a heat rising within him.
One hand slowly climbed up Wei Chen's chest, clumsily yet determinedly unbuttoning his shirt...
"Young Master, let me repay you."
Snow Cicada's sultry gaze was intoxicating; Wei Chen was already entranced.
The next day at noon, both Wei Chen and Snow Cicada awoke together.
Snow Cicada curled up like a cat in Wei Chen's arms. When she noticed him looking at her, a hint of shyness crept onto her face.
"Young Master, you're awake?" Snow Cicada asked bashfully.
"Yes, are you feeling better?" Wei Chen replied awkwardly. Although Snow Cicada had been quite proactive last night, she really didn't know what she was doing. Wei Chen himself was inexperienced, and while the outcome was fine, the process had not gone smoothly...
Snow Cicada cast a flirtatious glance at Wei Chen, dressed herself, and shyly got off the bed.
Suppressing a slight discomfort, Snow Cicada helped Wei Chen get everything ready. After experiencing that night, Wei Chen realized that things were not as simple as he had initially thought.
Wei Chen took Snow Cicada to the City Lord's Mansion.
The Lord of the City personally welcomed them; the people Wei Chen needed to see had already arrived.
Recently, all the hunters who had come to sell Snow Fox Fur at the City Lord's Mansion were gathered there, looking anxious. They had no idea why the Lord of the City wanted to see them and felt that it couldn't be anything good.
"Young Master Wei, this way please. They are all inside. Once you find the main culprit, just kill him directly; exterminating his entire clan is also an option. If you find it inconvenient to take action yourself, I can assist you," the City Lord said politely.
Wei Chen nodded. He couldn't bring himself to exterminate an entire clan; he believed in addressing grievances at their source and had always disliked harming innocent people.
Inside a separate courtyard, over a hundred hunters of various kinds anxiously awaited.
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