438. Should I Wash It For You?

Under Zhu Zhuyun's watchful gaze, Qian Renjue turned into a streak of light and was absorbed by the ring.

Qian Renxue, with a faint smile on her face, glanced at Zhu Zhuyun before stepping forward. She placed the Life Ring on the table and turned back, her gaze sharp and domineering, as though looking down from above.

Her delicate lips curled slightly as she spoke with interest:

"Zhu Zhuyun, is it? You've got a good foundation."

"But I hope you’ll be smart—don’t mess things up, and stop flaunting your body in front of Jue!"

"Do you understand?"

Zhu Zhuyun froze for a moment, confusion flickering in her mind. However, she understood Qian Renxue's authority and influence.

After all, it was likely Qian Renxue who had thrown her into the bath earlier.

Lowering her head, Zhu Zhuyun bit her lips, hugging herself as she replied in a soft, submissive voice:
"Zhuyun understands."

"Good~" Qian Renxue smiled, though her face turned slightly bashful.

"I don’t want too many—or overly troublesome—sisters-in-law."

She justified herself as merely looking out for Qian Renjue’s health. Too many relationships, too excessive indulgence, would only drain his life force and weaken him.

After finishing her words, Qian Renxue immediately turned into a streak of light and entered the ring. Tonight was a rare opportunity for solitude, and she didn’t want to waste any time.

The room fell into complete silence.

Zhu Zhuyun raised her gaze to the ring on the table, biting her lips in frustration.

How was she supposed to rest tonight?

This was too much!

They hadn’t even asked her permission and decided to stay in her room for the night.

What nonsense about being a "sister-in-law"! She would never use her body to please that devil!

Biting her lips, Zhu Zhuyun stared at the ring on the table. She slowly lay down on the bed but felt restless and uneasy, unable to close her eyes.

Even though she couldn’t see them, she was fully aware that strangers were in her room!

Her thoughts drifted back to Qian Renxue’s words.
When had she ever flaunted herself?

On second thought… perhaps she had.

A sudden memory flashed—earlier today, at noon, she had been completely seen through!

Biting her silver teeth, Zhu Zhuyun touched the mark on her chest, her emotions a mix of shame and anger.

Inside the Life Ring, in a manor room, the sibling duo had a private exchange.

"...?"

"Sister, why are you holding a washbasin? Don’t worry, I can wash myself."

"Jue, what are you thinking? Hurry up and get over here."

"Huh?"

"Come help your sister wash her feet~"

"You want me to wash them?!"

"Who else? Surely you didn’t think I would wash them for you."

"Ah, what?! Can I refuse?"

"Of course you can. But the sword in my hand might not agree."

"I—I’ll tell Mom!"

"Go ahead. Mom would probably insist her precious son help his sister wash her feet too~"

"What?!"

"Pfft! Stop stalling! Hurry up already."

"...Fine!"


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The next morning.

Inside the Life Ring, the siblings had already freshened up early.

After breakfast, they stepped outside, with Qian Renxue wearing a playful smile.

She hooked her arm around Qian Renjue's neck and pinched his cheeks, behaving rather boldly.

"Sister, stop fooling around~"

Qian Renjue loosened his posture, prying her arms off.

"If you mess with me again, I won’t let you off!"

Qian Renxue smirked triumphantly, releasing him and smoothing her clothes. She retrieved the Life Ring with satisfaction.

Qian Renjue rubbed his neck, which now bore faint marks.

Clearly, she had been the one teasing him, but he didn’t dwell on it.

Glancing toward Zhu Zhuyun’s bed, he paused in surprise.

Zhu Zhuyun was sitting cross-legged on her bed, looking utterly drained.

Her eyes were dark and rimmed with red, showing clear signs of exhaustion.

She looked at Qian Renjue and Qian Renxue with a hint of surprise in her gaze.



It was surprising to see that even the soul master world’s infamous prodigy could be so childish.

“Uh, did you not rest last night?”
Qian Renjue asked with a puzzled expression.

“...”
Zhu Zhuyun snapped out of her daze but didn’t speak. She simply shook her head.

With strangers in her room, how could she possibly sleep? She couldn’t even focus on cultivating.

“Alright then~”
Qian Renjue had a rough idea of the reason and instructed, “Go freshen up right now. Once you’ve had breakfast, we’ll head out.”

As he finished speaking, he waved his hand. The table was immediately filled with steaming hot soy milk and two baskets of steamed buns.

“Alright, I’ll go now.”
Zhu Zhuyun’s voice was still hoarse as she stood and headed to the bathroom.

“Make yourself presentable—we’ll be out in public soon,” Qian Renxue added casually as she sat by the table.

“Yes,” Zhu Zhuyun nodded. Just as she was about to enter the bathroom, she hesitated for a moment, then turned back to grab a few pieces of clothing.

“Jue, have you been keeping an eye on the situation in the Heaven Dou Empire?”
Qian Renxue rested her head on her hand, casually asking.

“Yes, I send Elder Porcupine and Elder Snake Lance to inspect the military camps every month,” Qian Renjue replied.

“And in the royal capital, Elder Dugu is stationed there, so nothing should go wrong.”

“Good~” Qian Renxue nodded slightly, toying with her hair before suddenly speaking in a cold tone.
“Jue, find an opportunity to get rid of Xue Beng.”

“Xue Beng?”

Qian Renjue froze for a moment.

“Yes. Initially, I had plans to frame Tang Hao and his group for it, but now I’m preoccupied with the divine trials. You’ll have to take care of it for me,” Qian Renxue said with a faint smile.

She seemed to recall something and added, “Oh, and don’t forget about Xue Xing.”

“Got it. I’ll handle them when the opportunity arises,” Qian Renjue agreed, keeping the matter in mind. Keeping them alive was indeed a potential risk.

Soon, under Qian Renjue and Qian Renxue’s watchful eyes, Zhu Zhuyun reluctantly ate her fill.

Qian Renxue then hung the Life Ring around Zhu Zhuyun’s neck, and with that, they left the Zhu residence openly, heading to the agreed-upon meeting location.


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In the heart of the bustling commercial district of Star Luo City stood a peculiar pink building. Cylindrical in shape, it resembled a giant mushroom.

Just from the appearance, it was clear that the customs of the Star Luo Empire were much bolder and more unrestrained than those of the Heaven Dou Empire.

Even in broad daylight, some shops had scantily clad saleswomen in three-piece shell outfits standing outside to attract customers.

In front of the pink building, women flirted provocatively while young men wandered about, hoping to secure a life free of worries.

“Why is it this kind of place?”

Qian Renjue’s confused voice rang in Zhu Zhuyun’s ear.

“I—I was afraid he wouldn’t show up on time,” Zhu Zhuyun replied hesitantly, clutching the room key in her hand and biting her lip.

“...”
Qian Renjue didn’t know how to respond.

Zhu Zhuyun was clearly still scared of him activating the Mark of Darkness again.

“Fine, just hurry it up,” he said, not dwelling on it. After all, he wasn’t here to make friends.

Zhu Zhuyun blushed deeply, filled with shame.

Booking a room in this location wasn’t entirely because of Qian Renjue. Davis had hinted at places like this before. Although she hadn’t agreed, their relationship had soured somewhat.

If she chose an inappropriate location, there was a chance Dai Weisi wouldn’t come at all!

In just two minutes, Zhu Zhuyun arrived at the booked room, her face flushed red.

The sounds she had overheard in the hallway left her both embarrassed and on edge.