Bai softly hummed a tune she had recently learned as she returned to her residence. She closed her umbrella and set it on the stand by the wall to dry, then took off her shoes and socks. Her fair, rosy little feet stepped onto the floor, cool and comfortable.
She stretched lazily, and her whole body relaxed considerably.
Life required a balance between work and rest. Occasional busyness could add many colors to a long snake life, keeping time from grinding away her emotions. If she truly became like that, she would be no different from a machine.
She wandered into the bathroom. When she had rented the place earlier, she had forgotten to check whether there was hot water, but it was not much of a problem.
She filled the bathtub with clean water, clapped her little hands, and spiritual power stirred. Mist gradually rose from the water. Her long dress slipped off and hung itself on the clothes rack, while her other garments likewise put themselves away.
Her shoulders seemed carved from jade, her waist cinched by silk; her slender neck was graceful, and her fair skin shone in full display.
Dimly, she was like thin clouds veiling the moon; drifting lightly, like a flowing breeze turning back the snow.
She reached out and brushed the water's surface. Once she found the temperature suitable, she slowly stepped into the bath. Droplets clung to skin like congealed cream and white jade, while the warm water washed away her fatigue. She felt so comfortable that her eyes narrowed slightly.
Steam filled the room as Bai gradually sank beneath the water. Breathing was not affected underwater.
The light cast by the illumination crystal was hazy. Her glossy black hair spread loosely around her. Sinking beneath the water felt wonderful; it was