Quick Transmigration: Leisure

Chapter 396 The Runaway Princess is Forcibly Taken Away (45)

Mushi Manor

Xia Youmi's first action upon arrival was to relax in the hot spring pool and swim a couple of laps.

Although there are many ponds in the south, none offer the same sense of salvation found in this cold and dry environment.

When she returned to her bedroom, still warm from the cold, she found someone already waiting in the tea pavilion. Night was falling, and the world, along with the frost and snow, was blending into a unique blue hue. The white figure draped in a cloak seemed as if it belonged in this painting.

He has grown taller.

Before Xia Youmi could raise her umbrella to greet him, the other person strode over hurriedly.

As they approached, they paused subconsciously. It wasn't because they were unfamiliar with each other, but because one was cold and the other hot, and the chill from their collision would invade each other's bodies.

Unbeknownst to him, Chunyu Xi had developed the habit of taking care of Luo Qun when he was Qi Xiao.

Xia Youmi chuckled softly, then pulled the person inside. This time, she returned without disturbing many people, and no one followed her. However, Steward Luo, while routinely tending to the manor, updated some different daily necessities.

Most people wouldn't pay much attention to it.

Even if one is willing, one must surpass Chunyu Xi's current status before one is qualified to speak.

"Why did you come so early? I haven't even sent a letter yet!" Just as the door closed, a teasing, accusatory voice came from inside.

It was quick enough to bring Chunyu Xi back to his familiar state.

He had thought that after nearly a year and a half apart, and with each of them having experienced so much, there would inevitably be some awkwardness and estrangement between them.

Although he didn't think Miss Xia would be very afraid of him.

But what if the other party anticipates his actions and becomes wary of his change of heart?

Fortunately, I was overthinking it.

The goddess doesn't care about the battles between mortals, as long as the outcome is as she wishes.

“I can’t wait,” Chunyu Xi replied in a hoarse voice. Today is the second to last day of December. If he waits for the news to arrive tomorrow and then rushes there during the day, they will only have half a day to spend together.

In case he is not satisfied, he may linger briefly in the first year of Xi Shuang's reign.

Then what hope is there for the next twelve months?

At this point, Chunyu Xi was still unsure what the standard would be for once a year. It wasn't like Xia Youmi couldn't accomplish something like completing two years' worth of quotas in one go.

So he timed it perfectly and waited outside.

just,

Xia Youmi did not use the main entrance.

When the four guards were helping her renovate the garden, they also cleared two small paths.

One was for spring, summer, and autumn, and the other for winter. Even Manager Luo, who knew the blueprints, and the others couldn't understand the structure; each only had a superficial understanding.

Xia Youmi only learned to walk by being given directions every year.

While such intricate mechanisms are unnecessary, this world is not rife with traps and dangers.

But it's never a bad thing to do some testing in advance. It also gives us something to do every year to maintain the system's operation.

In the world of systems, ceasing to think and falling into a state of complacency and inactivity is a very dangerous thing.

Xia Youmi didn't know before that she spent her days repeatedly chewing on old data. She could come up with all sorts of tricks, but in the end, she was harming herself in the tedious and boring process, relying on a cold, forced injection of energy.

It's a bit cruel for a system that's been exposed to a variety of stimuli and fresh data.

So, when Xia Youmi wanted to lie down, she would try her best to find new fun for Nian Nian.

inside the house,

Xia Youmi and Chunyu Xi both lost in thought.

The two people's thoughts went in completely opposite directions, but they miraculously created a warm and intimate atmosphere.

Xia Youmi first removed the other person's cloak, then pushed him deeper into the bedroom. The closer they got, the denser the moisture and heat inside became, making Chunyu Xi, whose head was already somewhat fuzzy, even more dizzy.

"this?"

"Let's soak for a while and warm ourselves up." Xia Youmi said with a touch of familiar pride, "This pool was not intended for anyone else. Not even His Majesty the Emperor! Today, I'm just being kind, in case someone gets sick from the cold here."

"Then, I accept?" Chunyu Xi tilted his head slightly, trying to see a hint of shyness in the other's eyes.

But Xia Youmi clearly didn't give her a chance. She curled the corners of her lips and said, "Hmm, do your best!"

"cough!"

In a brief standoff, Chunyu Xi was defeated once again.

He blushed, turned his head away, and slowly stepped towards the hot spring.

Xia Youmi watched with her arms crossed. She did not open the well-sealed partition, but simply let a large decorative beaded curtain sway.

They showed no intention of avoiding suspicion.

The interior is fully equipped, and all kinds of items are conveniently placed.

Chunyu Xi knew at a glance what item he should take, not to mention that there were some personal items that he had ordered someone to stuff into Steward Luo's supplies beforehand.

However, upon closer inspection, ordinary robes were not among them.

He didn't dare ask Xia Youmi, but instead picked up the large white bathrobe. Although the style was a bit strange, he recognized it as something Xia Youmi had used when she went out on patrol.

Besides, the other person was wearing the same style right now. It was just a little smaller than the one in his hand, and the loosely tied belt showed off a beautiful figure. Although the neckline was eye-catching, he dared not linger on it.

His struggles were unknown to anyone, and he wouldn't allow outsiders to experience such torment.

Chunyu Xi adjusted his pace, which was different from before. When he placed his hand on his belt, he looked at the beauty outside the curtain again.

His expression had lost its youthful naiveté, and he unconsciously tensed his body, turning to the side at just the right angle.

He could neither reveal anything too embarrassing for himself, nor fail to showcase his beautiful and powerful physique. He was observant and also adept at pleasing others, but few in the world could inspire such devotion in him.

Once, this girl didn't want him to be the one who had to put in so much trouble.

Therefore, he simply noted down the other person's little quirks without ever intending to bring them up in public.

But things are different now. If we don't use it now, when will we?

Xia Youmi followed his movements, widening the curve of her lips, which, illuminated by the candlelight, was captivating.

He even let out a faint, playful laugh that the other party had never heard before, showing that he was completely unwilling to admit defeat.

Thus, Chunyu Xi was defeated once again.

His movements quickened, possessing a beauty akin to the glint of swords. With a sense of ease no longer being suppressed, he sank into the warm embrace of the water.

Seeing him start playing in the water, he was clearly awkward but still wanted to show off his arm and back muscles.

Xia Youmi turned around and went back to her bedroom.

Never mind, let's give him some space to wash himself properly first.

Once the partition mechanism was activated, Chunyu Xi stopped flailing his arms in the hot spring pool. He buried his face in the water, trying to calm the restlessness brought on by his various emotions.

However, when he thought about certain things, he couldn't calm down at all.

He washed himself with an unprecedented level of care, relying solely on instinct.

Xia Youmi was slowly combing her long hair.

When she was Luo Qun, she would simply cut her hair short and tie it into a ponytail to make it easier to distinguish herself from Xia Youmi.

Back then, Chunyu Xi mentioned that it was a real pity that he couldn't take good care of her.

So, in order to preserve this candy, she decided to cut it after seeing this person again.

Goodbye, the estimated length is just right.

When that ripe person came out, he was indeed staring at the long hair that covered his head in a daze.

Vibrant red and white, and deep black.

If Xia Youmi's hair hadn't been strong enough, who knows how much would have been pulled out that night.

of course,

The other side wasn't much better off.