546. Harmonious Joy

"Qian Renjue—"

Snow Empress looked at him with concern, clutching her clothes tightly to prevent others from seeing.

"I'm... I'm fine!"

Qian Renjue lay on the ground, waving his hand at Snow Empress.

Qian Renxue frowned and twisted her ankle.

"Don't talk!"

"Ugh! Sis, you're too much!"

"Shut up!"

Qian Renxue showed no fear, raising her delicate foot as if to press it onto Qian Renjue’s face.

Qian Renjue quickly shut his mouth and raised his hands to block.

Getting his face stepped on was bad enough—he wouldn’t let her go any further! He still had his dignity!

"..."

Hu Liena stood there, stunned by the scene in the room.

She finally understood why Xiao Fei Die had screamed the moment she woke up.

At first, she thought Xiao Fei Die was just exhausted from taking care of Snow Empress.

That was why she hadn’t woken up early.

And that was why she didn’t disturb Xiao Fei Die, letting her sleep instead of waking her up to cultivate the Purple Demon Eye.

But as it turned out, Xiao Fei Die had been knocked unconscious!

A night attack on Senior Brother?!

This Snow Empress was bold!

She actually did what Hu Liena had always wanted to do but never dared to!

Qian Renxue glared at Snow Empress.

"Are you going to come down yourself, or do I have to make you?"

"Release Qian Renjue first."

Snow Empress frowned slightly, her voice remaining calm.

Qian Renxue’s anger flared even more.

"You—!"

"Xiao Xue—"

Bibi Dong walked into the room, glancing at Qian Renjue, who was obediently lying there.

Her expression was odd, as if she wanted to laugh.

She couldn't help but tease:

"Jue—didn't I tell you something last night? And you already forgot?"

"Mom, I really didn’t do anything."

Qian Renjue grabbed Qian Renxue’s foot and gently moved it away, then sat up with an annoyed expression.

Now that the family judge had arrived, he had to act properly—he'd be fine then.

Qian Renxue's face turned red with anger.

She pulled her foot back from Qian Renjue’s hand and put her shoe back on.

She snorted coldly,

"Hmph! Your hand was already inside her clothes, and you’re saying you did nothing?"

"T-That was all it was!"

Qian Renjue awkwardly rubbed his face.

The feeling was really nice—if he could resist after experiencing it, he wouldn’t be human.

Not to mention, she had been pressed so close to him.

His hand had just... ended up in Snow Empress embrace without him realizing it.

It was just human nature.

"Enough! No next time—even if it was just that, it’s not okay!"

Bibi Dong placed a hand on Qian Renxue’s shoulder.

She lowered her gaze, glancing at Qian Renjue, then at Snow Empress on the bed, whose hair was slightly disheveled.

"Did you hear me?"

"..."

Snow Empress was silent for a moment.

Seeing Qian Renjue's expression, she finally understood why Ice Empress had said that his mother and sister were not to be messed with.

Snow Empress obediently nodded.

"I heard."

Bibi Dong chuckled. "Then hurry up and get off the bed."

"Mm."

Snow Empress nodded again, put on her shoes, and stood up.

She looked at Hu Liena, who stepped forward to help Qian Renjue up, her eyes carrying a hint of apology.

"Heh."

Bibi Dong picked up the blanket from the floor.

As she turned, she suddenly noticed that Snow Empress was wearing the same nightgown as her.

Her expression became strange.

She glanced at Qian Renjue—though it was impossible, the thought still felt weird.

Bibi Dong couldn’t help but scold herself internally.

Feeling a rush of warmth to her face, she quickly turned and shoved the blanket into Xiao Fei Die’s arms.

"Alright, Jue, go freshen up."

Bibi Dong smiled as she walked forward, taking Snow Empress delicate hand in hers.

"I'll take her with me for now."

"Then I’ll trouble you, Mom."

Qian Renjue chuckled, not taking the previous incident to heart.

"Xiao Xue, Nana, let’s go."

Bibi Dong held back her laughter, leading Snow Empress toward her bedroom.

Snow Empress looked back every few steps.

Qian Renjue smiled at her, signaling her not to worry.

At the door, Snow Empress glanced at Xiao Fei Die, who was pouting in frustration, her expression calm.

"Sorry."

"Hmph—"

Xiao Fei Die pouted.

She wasn’t mad at Snow Empress for knocking her out—she was mad at her own brain!

"Senior Brother—Nana went to make breakfast."

"Mm, go ahead."

"Muah!"

Hu Liena giggled, giving Qian Renjue a quick peck on the cheek before dashing out.

"Did you get hurt just now?"

Qian Renxue crossed her arms and looked at Qian Renjue sideways.

"Don't worry, Sis. My body isn't that weak."

Qian Renjue smiled and shook his head.

But he hadn’t realized he misunderstood Qian Renxue’s meaning.

"Oh? You weren’t hurt?"

Qian Renxue raised an eyebrow, a playful smile appearing on her face.

"Seems like I was still too gentle with you."

"Sis, uh—!"

Qian Renjue had just started speaking when Qian Renxue’s hands wrapped around his throat.

She yanked him toward her, her pearly teeth closing in—

"Ahh—!"

Qian Renjue let out a pained cry.

In just a few moments—



Qian Renxue strode out of the room with confidence, wiping the corner of her mouth skillfully.

"Still want to challenge your big sister? Not a chance!"

"Sigh..."

Inside the room, Qian Renjue let out a long sigh.

His sweet and peaceful sleep had been completely ruined by all the noise.

Sitting on the edge of the bed, he rubbed his face, which had been both stepped on and bitten.

"Martial Uncle"

Xiao Fei Die approached, hugging a blanket, and called softly.

"Xiao Fei Die, what’s the matter? By the way, did Snow Empress do something to you last night?"

Qian Renjue had heard Snow Empress apologizing earlier.

Last night, he hadn't thought much about it.

"Sister Snow Empress just knocked me out for a bit, it's no big deal."

Xiao Fei Die shook her head.

"I see. I'll remind her later."

Qian Renjue smiled apologetically and reached out to ruffle her hair.

"Mm-mm, thanks, Martial Uncle!"

Xiao Fei Die happily thanked him and then quickly ran out, leaving Qian Renjue confused.

In reality, she just wanted to confirm that Snow Empress hadn’t told him about her embarrassing moment.

Thankfully, she hadn’t.

As long as no one knew, she was still the excellent Xiao Fei Die!

—

Inside Bibi Dong’s bedroom.

Snow Empress sat quietly in front of the vanity, allowing Bibi Dong to comb her hair.

"From now on, you're not allowed to go to Jue's bed at night. Understand?"

Snow Empress obediently nodded.

"Then can I go during the day?"

"..."

Bibi Dong paused for a moment, surprised by Snow Empress straightforwardness.

"Do whatever you want during the day, just don’t do anything you shouldn’t."

Qian Renxue, lounging on the couch, added in an exasperated tone.

Anything else that would cause those kinds of indecent noises—absolutely forbidden in this house!

"I understand."

Snow Empress took the words seriously, her eyes flickering slightly.

"Teacher, Miss Xue, breakfast is ready! And Senior Brother too!"

Hu Liena’s voice rang out.

Bibi Dong placed her hands on Snow Empress shoulders, admiring her ethereal aura.

Then, noticing the nightgown she was wearing, her expression turned odd.

"Change your clothes. It’s time for breakfast."

"Mm."

Snow Empress nodded.

She glanced at Bibi Dong, then at Qian Renxue.

Her outfit reflected a mix of three colors.

After a moment’s thought, she chose a set of Bibi Dong’s everyday clothes.

Both Bibi Dong and Qian Renxue froze for a moment—this wasn't some kind of soul skill, was it?

"Jue gave this to me."

Snow Empress pointed at the small bead on her neck, explaining.

"I see."

Bibi Dong suddenly understood, though the thought that had crossed her mind moments ago made her feel ashamed.

How could she have thought that? She must be going crazy!

"Thank you, Mom."

Snow Empress suddenly leaned in and gently hugged Bibi Dong’s waist, pressing her face against her.

She nuzzled against her, enjoying the warmth.

It was different from what she felt with Qian Renjue, but it was still comforting.

"..."

Bibi Dong snapped back to reality, exchanging amused glances with Qian Renxue.

She gently stroked Snow Empress silky hair.

This girl was truly different—she really treated her like a mother.

And Bibi Dong could feel it was genuine.

Before long, Bibi Dong led Snow Empress outside.

Qian Renjue, seeing this, let out a relieved sigh.

Snow Empress wanted to sit beside him, but Bibi Dong got in the way.

She had no choice but to sit next to Xiao Fei Die instead.

Bibi Dong chuckled,

"Jue, stop staring. I’m sure Snow Empress can eat by herself, right?"

"Mm, Qian Renjue taught me."

Snow Empress nodded slightly.

She took a snow lotus from her soul tool, plucked a petal, and gently placed it on top of Qian Renjue’s porridge.

Xiao Fei Die stared at it, gulping.

"Martial Uncle, is that the same millennium snow lotus that Martial Uncle used to bring back?"

Hu Liena shook her head.

"That looks like a ten-thousand-year-old one."

"Ten-thousand-year-old...? Gulp~"

Xiao Fei Die couldn't help but swallow.

Qian Renjue chuckled.

"Snow Empress, give Xiao Fei Die some too."

"Xiao Fei Die wants some as well?"

"Yes, yes, I do!"

"Alright."

Snow Empress nodded and placed some petals in her bowl.

"Thank you, Sister Snow Empress!"

Xiao Fei Die was thrilled—she was close to breaking through, and this would help!

"For Mom, for Sister, and..."

Snow Empress, copying what she had seen, distributed petals to everyone’s bowls one by one.

"And for my little sister."

"Huh?"

Hu Liena pouted, slightly annoyed.

How did I suddenly become the little sister?

Just because you’re older and have a higher cultivation level?!

Do you even understand seniority?!

"Heh~"

Qian Renxue couldn't help but laugh.

As long as she didn’t sneak into beds, she was actually quite likable.

Watching everyone enjoy their breakfast together, Qian Renjue finally felt at ease.