Chapter 225: Truly Skilled
Bai Yu's eyelids twitched as he saw Zhu Zhuyun nestled in his arms, looking at him with watery, seductive eyes, and a sense of absurdity rose in his heart.
He couldn't quite understand why Zhu Zhuyun was doing this, as he had already said he could ensure her and the Zhu family's safety.
However, putting that aside, Bai Yu had been thinking about Zhu Zhuqing tricking him earlier, so he hadn't paid much attention to Zhu Zhuyun.
Now, upon closer inspection, he realized this woman was indeed quite something.
She had a face six or seven parts similar to Zhu Zhuqing's, a better figure, and was also a bit taller.
Most importantly, this woman was incredibly alluring! Her gaze alone was enough to make one unable to resist.
However, Bai Yu still maintained his rationality. Although Zhu Zhuyun's appearance perfectly hit his sweet spot, taking her down just like that didn't feel right.
Then, Bai Yu imperceptibly swallowed, but still reached out and gently pushed Zhu Zhuyun away a little, frowning as he said,
"There's no need for this. Since I promised you, I won't go back on my word. There's no need to do such a thing."
"Besides, you are Zhuqing's elder sister, so I will naturally protect you thoroughly."
Surprise flashed in Zhu Zhuyun's eyes. She hadn't expected Bai Yu to push her away.
If she hadn't noticed some subtle reactions from Bai Yu just now, she would have thought he wasn't interested in women.
However, this only strengthened her resolve. She then moved forward again, clinging to Bai Yu.
And this time, she pressed even closer, even her ample bosom was severely compressed and deformed.
"I naturally believe you, but since you've protected the Zhu family and me, we, of course, must also offer something in return."
"Other things from the Zhu family, you, the Spirit Hall Saint Child, probably wouldn't care for, so the only thing left to repay you with is myself."
"Besides, Zhuqing has already agreed. With just a word from you, Zhuqing's elder sister, the Star Luo Imperial Consort, will be your clandestine lover, at your beck and call, to be dismissed at your whim!"
For Zhu Zhuyun, promises were fleeting. During her years as an Imperial Consort, she had seen too many instances where promises were treated as mere farts.
In her opinion, without actual benefits, any guarantee was nonsense!
Although Zhu Zhuqing was with Bai Yu now, and with her younger sister there, it seemed like everything was fine.
But what if one day her younger sister fell out of favor? Would today's guarantee still be effective then? She thought not!
So she wanted to add another bargaining chip, which was to give herself to Bai Yu. Although she was no longer a virgin, she had no intention of stepping into the limelight.
Just as she said herself, being a clandestine lover, at his beck and call, could still influence Bai Yu to a certain extent.
Bai Yu didn't know that Zhu Zhuyun had so much going on in her mind. If he did, he would definitely curse under his breath that this woman was too deeply poisoned by the nobility!
But the fire in his heart was rapidly rising. He had to admit, this woman was too skilled!
Then he asked, his voice slightly hoarse,
"Are you serious? No regrets?"
Zhu Zhuyun's lips curved slightly upwards, and her watery eyes became even more alluring.
"Saint Child Your Highness, does this servant need to undress for you?"
A spark flashed in Bai Yu's eyes. He wrapped his arm around Zhu Zhuyun's waist, lifted her directly, and walked towards the bed.
"Mmm~, Saint Child Your Highness, don't rush, let this servant do it."
"Hiss, where did you learn this? This is really… never mind, let me do it. I don't have a habit of messing with people."
The flower petals once broke the pistil, and the drooping willow once again swayed its branches.
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More than an hour later, the singing in the room gradually ceased.
Bai Yu looked at the flushed, slightly panting Zhu Zhuyun and sighed inwardly.
By now, he had more or less figured out why Zhu Zhuyun would do this: she was completely using herself to provide an extra guarantee for the Zhu family.
The way she served him just now wasn't because she liked him, but to curry favor with him; it was a posture of seeking something.
However, Bai Yu didn't feel disgusted. After all, a person's living environment determines their personality.
The circle Zhu Zhuyun had long been in dictated that if she didn't scheme a bit more, she would surely be completely devoured by those around her.
But now that this woman had become his, Bai Yu naturally had to plan for her. Not to say he could restore her innocence, but at least he had to let her be herself again.
Immediately, Bai Yu reached out and took a stone box from a nearby spirit tool, handing it to Zhu Zhuyun.
"What is this? A red lotus flower?"
Seeing Bai Yu give her something, Zhu Zhuyun reached out and took it directly, leaning on Bai Yu's chest as she opened the stone box.
However, after seeing what was inside, she was a bit confused. What did it mean to give her a flower? Besides, even if he were to give a flower, why a lotus?
Bai Yu stroked Zhu Zhuyun's smooth waist and said softly,
"This item is called the Cinnabar Lotus. It is an Immortal Herb. Eat it. Remember to eat the petals first, then the lotus seeds."
A subtle glint flashed in Zhu Zhuyun's eyes. Although she didn't know what an Immortal Herb was, she knew that this thing was definitely a rare treasure.
Then a hint of struggle appeared on Zhu Zhuyun's face, then immediately vanished. She closed the stone box in front of her and chuckled softly.
"Heh heh, my younger sister's strength became so powerful, it must also be due to something like this, right? Did she also eat a so-called Immortal Herb?"
Bai Yu raised an eyebrow, looking at Zhu Zhuyun with some surprise, thinking to himself that this girl's reaction speed was truly not slow. She only heard a little introduction and already knew the general effect?
"Mmm, it has a lot to do with it, but not entirely. This Immortal Herb is mainly used to enhance spirit power and improve aptitude. Its impact on combat power at the same level is not very significant."
"Zhuqing's strength also partly comes from the application of cultivation techniques. As for what cultivation techniques are, I'll tell you after you absorb the Immortal Herb."
Hearing Bai Yu's words, Zhu Zhuyun's face showed understanding. She had wondered how an ordinary lotus flower could be carried so carefully by the esteemed Spirit Hall Saint Child.
If it was a treasure that could change aptitude and enhance spirit power, then it made sense.
Then Zhu Zhuyun reluctantly glanced at the stone box, shook her head slightly at Bai Yu, and said,
"Please take this Cinnabar Lotus back. Give it to someone more suitable. Such a treasure should not be used by me; it's not worth it."
To be honest, Zhu Zhuyun's heart was bleeding as she refused. Did she not want to improve her aptitude and enhance her spirit power?
She did! How could she not? She wanted it desperately!
But after some consideration, she still decided to return it to Bai Yu. She felt that as a clandestine lover who couldn't appear in public, using this item would easily bring disaster upon herself.
It was better to honestly serve Bai Yu well first. If one day she could bear Bai Yu a child, then she would have the confidence to use Bai Yu's resources.