**Chapter 227: This is Just Cultivation**
Mu Jixue actually had a lot of things she didn’t understand, and her head felt like a jumbled mess. In a daze, she plunged into the medicinal pool that Yun Zhonghe had prepared.
Since she had promised him she would do anything, of course she had to keep her word! No backing out now!
Besides, this wasn’t the first time Yun Zhonghe had given her benefits under various pretenses, helping her grow and improve. He always silently dedicated himself to her, never thinking about his own gains and losses, only caring for others.
And that’s why she…
Mu Jixue shook her head and decided not to dwell on it. Facing away from Yun Zhonghe, she slowly crawled into the bucket of water.
From the back, her fair neck looked especially charming under the light, and her waist perfectly outlined an alluring curve. The line of her spine seemed to shimmer in the water…
Every scene was like a feast for Yun Zhonghe’s eyes.
The pool was deep, and when Mu Jixue was completely submerged, the water level almost reached her chest.
Though this was a medicinal bath, there were some special techniques required to stimulate her body, helping her absorb the power of the spiritual herbs to enhance her physique.
So Yun Zhonghe couldn’t just walk away; he needed to stick around and lend a hand. And this technique was uniquely his—a special skill he had learned from a game.
Of course, he only dared to appreciate the view of her back after Mu Jixue had agreed.
Well, as long as he didn’t look at her front, Mu Jixue could hold it together!
“Just a heads-up: if your eyes wander to places they shouldn’t, or your hands touch what they shouldn’t, don’t blame me…”
“I get it, just trust me a little. We’ve known each other for so long!”
“Hmm… I know! If it weren’t for that, I wouldn’t have agreed to this ridiculous favor repayment thing.”
With her back to him, Mu Jixue buried her little face deep into the warm medicinal bath, only leaving behind a trail of tiny bubbles popping on the surface, making soft sounds.
Yun Zhonghe stood behind her, unable to see her expression. He could only guess from the bubble situation that her mood was probably quite good.
Mu Jixue asked herself: if, by some accident, Yun Zhonghe’s hand brushed against some sensitive parts of her body, how would she react?
She had no idea!
Realizing she couldn’t provide a clear answer made her feel puzzled and a bit shy.
“Ugh, great! My brain’s already not functioning normally, and now that I’m soaking in hot water, I feel even more confused,” Mu Jixue complained inwardly.
Despite the chaos in her mind, she had to admit that the warm water was incredibly comfortable.
Warm currents began flowing through her body. Even before she officially started cultivating, Mu Jixue could feel the aftermath of the Extreme Cold that had troubled her for so long gradually easing, that bone-deep chill slowly dissipating.
At this moment, she was convinced that Yun Zhonghe was using the excuse of “I can do anything for you” to improve her physique.
He truly meant well.
“Um… thank you…”
Mu Jixue said with a blush, her words soft.
Yun Zhonghe smiled slightly at her words, “Just don’t mind if I touch your body.”
“I’m not unreasonable!”
After saying that, she fell silent, closing her eyes and quietly sitting in the medicinal pool, focusing all her attention on her surroundings.
Feeling that warm sensation surging up her limbs, it was as if her whole body was wrapped in this warmth.
She had to admit, this medicinal pool was indeed perfect for her.
Yun Zhonghe clearly had her in mind all along.
This medicinal pool had to be his labor of love, meticulously prepared for a long time. Each fire-type spiritual herb was carefully selected, just to help her drive away that Extreme Cold within her.
However, considering Mu Jixue’s previous awkward and sensitive nature, he could never find the right moment to bring it up, until now, using “I can do anything for you” as a perfect excuse to put his plan into action.
He always thought of her, striving for perfection in every detail, afraid that any oversight would harm her. His deep affection… was clear as day to Mu Jixue.
“Haah—” Mu Jixue exhaled a deep breath, as if expelling her fatigue and worries from the past few days with that breath.
At this moment, her body, mind, and spirit felt unprecedentedly relaxed and delighted.
But this was just the beginning.
“Your body has already adapted to the power of these fire-type spiritual herbs. Next, I’m going to tune it for you.”
Tuning Mu Jixue’s body not only required mastering complex techniques but also a thorough understanding of her meridian pathways. More importantly, the tuner needed a sufficient amount of Yang energy to counterbalance her Yin energy.
After all, Mu Jixue’s symptoms were due to an excess of Yin energy in her body. Unless it was a female with a fire-type spiritual root, it would be hard for anyone to take on this heavy responsibility. Males, though naturally rich in Yang energy, also needed a deep understanding of her meridian pathways to perform effective tuning.
Yun Zhonghe was indeed the best fit.
Mu Jixue could distinctly feel his faint aura gently wrapping around her from behind. That familiar yet strange scent made her heart race. A peculiar sparkle lit up her violet eyes, like shimmering spring water, deep and enchanting, making it hard to look away.
At this moment, Yun Zhonghe was also unusually nervous, holding his breath, afraid his movements might disturb Mu Jixue. His palm slowly pressed against her smooth back.
The moment their skin touched, Mu Jixue’s body shivered slightly, a warm current surged from his palm to her core.
“So warm…” Mu Jixue murmured, feeling like his warmth could melt her entirely. Her heart raced as if trying to break free from her chest.
Everything around them seemed extraordinarily quiet, while the turmoil inside both of them was anything but calm.
“Okay… I’m starting now.”
He began to channel his spiritual power, preparing to perform a deeper tuning on Mu Jixue.
In an instant, the pool’s water glimmered with a dazzling flame-like glow, as if countless tiny flames were dancing in the water, illuminating the entire space like a dream.
Mu Jixue’s body jolted, feeling an even stronger warmth coursing through her.
Mu Jixue trembled again. She could clearly feel a more intense warmth flowing from Yun Zhonghe’s palm into her body, navigating through her meridian pathways, bringing an unprecedented sensation of comfort.
This strength was gentle yet powerful, with no pain or discomfort whatsoever.
For this tuning session, Yun Zhonghe had made ample preparations. He not only carefully selected the bath and elixirs but also specially concocted a potion to gently temper the spiritual herb’s power, ensuring Mu Jixue could absorb the medicinal effects to the fullest extent during the process.
As the meridians were cleansed, the Extreme Cold energy within Mu Jixue began to gradually fade with Yun Zhonghe’s spiritual power mingling with the essence of the herbs flowing in.
Recalling the technique, he slowly adjusted his spiritual power, letting that strength flow through her meridians, gradually gathering in his palm. His hand became a bridge connecting him to Mu Jixue; with these hands, he aimed to bring unprecedented changes to her.
“Mmm!”
Yun Zhonghe’s movements were soft yet firm. His large hand gently kneaded and circled Mu Jixue’s back; each motion was full of precision and tenderness. Mu Jixue’s body quivered in an instant, her eyes widening in surprise.
Wha… what a strange… feeling~
Her body began to react uncontrollably.
Just by getting started, Mu Jixue’s breathing grew rapid.
Gently caressing, slow kneading, rubbing and then pinching…
With just a light touch, her expression became shy and charming, her eyes sparkling with infinite springtime warmth, her cheeks flushing a delicate pink.
That enchanting vortex seemed to pull one in if they let their guard down just once.
So… so thrilling…
Mu Jixue’s breathing became more frantic, her little feet sometimes tensing, sometimes arching, sometimes flopping weakly, sometimes gently closing together.
On the light pink surface of the pool, water splashed, the warm water spilling everywhere…
“No, no! This is too intense!”
“Hah… hah… be gentle, I can’t take it much longer!”
As the entity of the spiritual herbs was absorbed more and more, Mu Jixue’s body grew soft, flushed—under Yun Zhonghe’s technique, she felt completely disheveled yet renewed.
But there was still some lingering Extreme Cold energy that hadn’t been eliminated. Yun Zhonghe was starting to tire out from the massage.
The sound of Mu Jixue’s rapid panting echoed in Yun Zhonghe’s residence, her stamina waning.
A few damp strands of hair fell weakly beside her flushed cheeks, adding a touch of delicate allure to her, while her slightly drooping eyelashes trembled like butterflies wanting to take flight, inspiring protective instincts.
“I can’t take it anymore! Is it not over yet?”
“I’m about to run out of steam! Hurry up…”
“Please, I really can’t handle it anymore!”
These words barely squeezed out through her gasps.
There was a hint of pleading in Mu Jixue’s voice; her body had reached its limit, desperately needing a release.
Fortunately, it was a rest day, and Yun Zhonghe’s residence was in the inner circle—a relatively private place, so they didn’t have to worry about anyone overhearing these slightly embarrassing sounds.
Yun Zhonghe understood the difficulties Mu Jixue faced at this moment. He carefully guided her, gently soothing her emotions with kind words.
Finally, in an intense rush that left her head spinning, Mu Jixue felt as if she had embarked on a long journey. Her consciousness gradually blurred, and in the end, she felt like a kite with a broken string, drifting away, all the impurities in her body seemingly pouring out with her, leaving her utterly relieved.
The fainted girl collapsed, her snow-white skin glistening from the vigorous exercise, a tempting flush covering her, her chest rising and falling violently from her rapid breaths.
This… was way too comfy!
A trickle of sweet happiness lingered at the corner of Mu Jixue’s mouth.
On the edge of consciousness, Mu Jixue felt as if she were in a dreamy world. Countless images surged in and out of her mind like shooting stars streaking across the night sky, fleeting and ephemeral. She tried to reach out to grasp those images, but it was like trying to touch them through a thin veil; they remained out of reach.
Then, she felt herself lifted by an invisible force, soaring high into the sky.
