Both sides would be cautious, fearing to be implicated by the other, thus avoiding further investigation. Cui Ling managed to preserve her life through this incident. After listening to the entire process, Yun Zhi Yue highly approved of Cui Ling's actions; had she been in Cui Ling's position, she might not have done any better.
Rising and stepping behind the screen, she instructed, "Prepare a change of clothes for This Palace." A smile flickered in Cui Ling's eyes as she immediately complied. One garment after another was removed, and even though they were both women, Cui Ling couldn't help but blush at the sight of that curvaceous figure.
Once Yun Zhi Yue stepped into the bathing tub, she scooped up warm water and slowly poured it over her shoulders. The clear water, infused with flower petals, cascaded over her neck, collarbone, and down into the depths of her body before silently disappearing beneath the surface.
This scene prompted someone who had been hesitating for a long time to finally reveal themselves. Cui Ling leaned against the edge of the tub, her wooden ladle not falling from her hand but instead caught by another slender finger.
With her eyes closed, Yun Zhi Yue smirked, "I thought you weren't planning to come over."
"I will not go back on my word to the Empress," replied the servant.
Yun Zhi Yue opened her eyes and reached out to take the wooden ladle from Luo Bai's hand. "You were supposed to attend to This Palace's bath; are you just here to pour water?"
Luo Bai gazed at Yun Zhi Yue's arched brows and playful eyes before striking a palm against the ground. Poor Cui Ling was not only deeply unconscious but also blown out of the screen's range by the gust of wind. After respectfully bowing, Luo Bai said, "As you wish, Your Highness."
Her fingers delved into the water, touching Yun Zhi Yue's smooth skin as she personally assisted in her bathing.
Yun Zhi Yue felt her ears grow hot and inwardly cursed Luo Bai for putting on an act; as respectful as her bow was, her hands were far too bold—what part was she washing?
"Why is Your Highness's face so red? Is it because the water is too hot?" Luo Bai asked earnestly, her usual mischievous demeanor completely absent as if she genuinely didn't understand.
Yun Zhi Yue scoffed and allowed Luo Bai to knead her body. Suddenly, she reached out with both arms and pulled Luo Bai into the tub.
Luo Bai could have easily resisted; after all, Yun Zhi Yue had no martial skills. Yet Luo Bai seemed caught off guard entirely and fell backward under Yun Zhi Yue's force.
Water splashed everywhere as it overflowed from the tub, creating chaos behind the screen.
However, it did not affect them at all; the wolf with ulterior motives and the cunning fox were both filled with passion for each other.
Yun Zhi Yue was pressed against the edge of the bathtub as Luo Bai recklessly pried open her lips for a deep kiss. When she was breathless, he released her, trailing down her neck and shoulders, leaving behind a path of crimson petals.
Soon, they reached the water's surface. Naturally, Luo Bai could not be stopped; he grasped her waist and lifted her up, making the half-blooming red plum blossom on the water's surface.
As Luo Bai buried his head into her, the affection value continued to rise. Yun Zhi Yue opened Luo Bai's shirt, revealing a back marred by scars that momentarily jolted her from the heat of passion.
These were the marks of punishment.
Though they were unsightly, Luo Bai whispered in a hoarse voice as he kissed her ear, "They are ugly."
But the pale skin was something that This Palace adored. Yun Zhi Yue lowered her head to kiss the scarred target, and Luo Bai's gaze darkened suddenly as he reached beneath the water's surface.
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