A Maiden's Blush Surpasses Every Love Letter

Shui Bing'er was a thoughtful girl. When she noticed Lin Zhiruo beside her, she found that her expression was somewhat unnatural.

Remembering how she, Lin Zhiruo, and Xiao Han had gone to Sunset Forest before and encountered Dugu Bo there, she realized that the two of them seemed to have gone through something dangerous during their outing.

"Xiao Han, those immortal herbs must have been hard to find, right? Were you hurt?"

"No. Look, aren't I perfectly fine? All right, don't worry. I'll tell you what happened later."

Xiao Han knew what Shui Bing'er was thinking. After spending so many years together, the two had long developed a good understanding.

Before going to the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, he had known Shui Bing'er would worry, which was why he had not told her the truth.

Xiao Han said,

"Senior sisters, the immortal herbs I'm about to give you are all peerless treasures, things that can only be encountered by chance. This is also a secret between us, so you mustn't tell anyone else."

"Xiao Han, don't worry. We understand."

"Mm. Absorbing immortal herbs requires a quiet environment. Once you receive them, absorb them here. My mom will stand guard for everyone."

"Okay."

Xiao Han had long prepared for his teammates to take immortal herbs. The Skywater Team members' exact Soul Power Levels had not been disclosed to the public for three years.

In all of Skywater Academy, aside from themselves, only Dean Zhao and Teacher Liu Yan knew their exact levels.

Therefore, even if they took the immortal herbs and their Soul Power rose several levels in succession, no one would know.

"Senior sisters, I'll distribute the immortal herbs to you now."

After speaking, Xiao Han took a jade box from the Snow Domain Silk and held it out before Xue Wu.

"Sister Xue Wu, this is for you."

Everyone's attention was drawn to the exquisite jade box. Xiao Han had bought it when he left Suotuo City.

Xue Wu accepted it with a smile.

"Thank you. This box is so exquisite; the immortal herb inside must be very valuable."

"Open it and take a look."

"Mm."

Under everyone's watchful eyes, Xue Wu opened the jade box.

The instant it opened, a rich orchid fragrance filled the entire room, refreshing everyone's spirits.

"It smells so good."

Inside the jade box was an eight-petaled orchid, snow-white and crystalline throughout.

Xiao Han said,

"Sister Xue Wu, this is the Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid. It strengthens one's foundation and nourishes one's vitality, while removing impurities from the body. Its medicinal properties are gentle yet potent. It is easy to absorb, though it takes a long time. It can help you Support-type Soul Masters reach a higher realm, so it is very suitable for you. The method is simple: chew and swallow it, then cultivate by gathering your Soul Power and slowly absorb its effects."

"Okay."

Xue Wu picked up the immortal herb and went to a corner.

Then, Xiao Han took out another immortal herb.

It was white and crystalline, resembling the white root of a green lotus.

Xiao Han handed it to Shui Yue'er with a smile.

"Yue'er, this flower is called the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone. It nourishes the tendons and strengthens the bones, allowing one's vital energy to flow through the seven meridians and eight channels. It suits your Jade Dolphin Martial Soul very well. It's yours."

Shui Yue'er accepted the immortal herb with a grin and asked mischievously,

"Thank you. Xiao Han, its name sounds so nice. Does it also have beautifying effects?"

"You guessed right. Go take it quickly. When taking it, eat only the petals, then suck the stamen at the end. Use Soul Power to activate it as well. Remember to keep your mind calm while absorbing it."

"Okay, got it."

Holding the immortal herb, Shui Yue'er happily ran off to another corner.

Xiao Han took out another immortal herb and handed it to Yu Hairou.

It grew beside an icy spring. Its shape resembled coral, and its surface was covered in fine golden patterns.

"Sister Hairou, this Coral Sacred Spirit Grass is very suitable for you. It can strengthen your Martial Soul and increase your attack power. Like Sister Xue Wu, just chew and swallow it, then use Soul Power to activate and absorb it."

"Okay, thank you."

Yu Hairou took the immortal herb and left as well.

Immediately afterward, Xiao Han took out another immortal herb and handed it to Gu Qingbo.

"Sister Qingbo, this Aqua Blue Gale Grass suits your Azure Sailfish Martial Soul very well. After taking it, your speed will improve even further. The method is the same as theirs."

"Okay, thank you. Xiao Han, you're not our opponent—you're our teammate. That's wonderful!"

After saying that, Gu Qingbo left with the immortal herb.

Now, only Shui Bing'er, Shen Liuyu, and Qiu Ruoshui had yet to receive an immortal herb.

Xiao Han took out another immortal herb.

It was a white flower resembling a peony, with no leaves. Beneath its stem was a jet-black stone.

Several startlingly red patches marked the white flower, vivid as blood and carrying an almost heart-stirring beauty.

It looked very special, different from all the immortal herbs before it.

Xiao Han looked at the three girls before him and said,

"This flower is called Lovesick Heartbreak Red. It is a divine treasure among immortal-grade medicinal herbs. It is easy to absorb and convert, and its effects are better than those of the previous herbs. However, this flower recognizes an owner. To consume it, one must pay a certain price."

"How amazing!"

All three curiously examined the Lovesick Heartbreak Red, deeply captivated by its mystery.

Xiao Han continued,

"When picking this flower, you must think of the person you love and spit out a mouthful of blood onto its petals. Once it recognizes an owner, it will never wither as long as it remains by its owner's side. But to earn its recognition, one must be utterly sincere and devoted. If one is half-hearted, then even if one coughs up blood and dies, it will be impossible to pluck it."

The moment Xiao Han finished speaking, Shen Liuyu and Qiu Ruoshui both looked at Shui Bing'er at the same time.

Shen Liuyu, who had always been a woman of few words, suddenly said,

"It truly is a rare and extraordinary flower. Among the seven of us, I'm afraid only Bing'er can gain its recognition."

"That's right. Bing'er, give it a try," Qiu Ruoshui echoed.

Shui Bing'er's small face flushed slightly.

She knew what her senior sisters meant.

Among the seven girls of the Skywater Team, Shui Bing'er had the best relationship with Xiao Han.

They had known each other for seven years. Every time they obtained Soul Rings, they had been together, witnessing each other's growth.

Normally, Xiao Han only addressed Shui Bing'er and the same-aged Shui Yue'er by name. He respectfully called everyone else senior sister.

A few years ago, Xiao Han had kept watch for Lin Zhiruo and Shui Bing'er for the first time.

That morning, when Shui Bing'er opened her eyes and saw that the person lying beside her was Xiao Han, ripples stirred in her heart.

From that day onward, she gradually came to like this junior brother who was one year younger than her.

At that moment, a maiden's blush surpassed every love letter.

Xiao Han said,

"Bing'er, why don't you give it a try?"

"Mm."

Shui Bing'er nodded gently. As she looked at the Lovesick Heartbreak Red before her, her eyes were full of tenderness.

As the Soul Power in her body circulated and stirred her blood and vital energy, she spat a mouthful of blood onto the petals.

When her eyes met Xiao Han's, Shui Bing'er's face became even redder.

The Lovesick Heartbreak Red quietly detached from the Black Absolute Stone and slowly drifted down before Shui Bing'er.

Shui Bing'er extended her slender jade hand, and the bloodstained flower naturally settled into her palm.

"Bing'er, that's great! It has recognized you as its owner!"