The Princess's Soft Embrace (iPad Giveaway)

Qiu Tu did not know whether it was because he had spent so much time with Zhao Ji, but he had now gained a slight ability to sense other people's emotions.

So, although Princess Hui Ming did not say a word, Qiu Tu could tell through perception alone that she was much more relaxed and at ease than when he had first met her.

That made him massage her even more vigorously.

"Tap. Tap."

The little white cat's paws rhythmically kneaded Princess Hui Ming's shoulders, looking especially diligent and adorable.

Perhaps Qiu Tu's massage really was comfortable, because Princess Hui Ming slowly leaned back against her chair and enjoyed it.

And so, time slowly passed in the quiet stillness shared by one man and one cat.

Who knew how long had passed when Qiu Tu began to feel that he was gradually gaining Princess Hui Ming's trust.

Suddenly, Princess Hui Ming kept her eyes closed and asked, "Cloud Cat, why does your massage technique seem to have suddenly improved so much?"

Before coming to see Princess Hui Ming, Qiu Tu had considered many scenarios and possibilities, but he had never considered being suspected because his massage technique was different.

He even suspected that this was not truly suspicion, but a spur-of-the-moment test.

So, without hesitation, he used one of the trump cards he had prepared on the way here: switching into Cloud Cat God King mode.

Thus, in the next second, within the "Punishment God Domain," Cloud Cat God King, who was locked inside a cage, raised a paw like a cat and gave an adorable little wave. At the same time, she playfully let out a "Meow~," poked her head out, and asked, "Really?"

In the Real World, the focus in Qiu Tu's heterochromatic eyes scattered ever so slightly. Then, his movements became exactly the same as Cloud Cat God King's in the "Punishment God Domain." He gave an adorable little wave, let out a playful "Meow," poked his head out, and asked, "Really?"

Hearing "Cloud Cat God King's" answer, which was no different from usual, Princess Hui Ming fell silent once more.

Then, Qiu Tu and Cloud Cat God King in the "Punishment God Domain" simultaneously and gently wrapped their arms around Hui Ming's neck before poking their heads out and asking, "Your Highness~ You seem a little Not Right."

He tilted his head slightly. "When you suddenly descended into my body back then, I already felt that something was a little off."

"After seeing you today, that feeling that something was off became even stronger."

Qiu Tu's voice overlapped with Cloud Cat God King's voice in the "Punishment God Domain."

"Now... how come you don't even seem to remember the strength I use when massaging you?"

Hearing Qiu Tu's completely normal response, God King Hui Ming was silent for a moment before softly saying with her eyes closed, "I have indeed been rather tired lately. There have been too many things to deal with."

Hearing Princess Hui Ming's words, Qiu Tu and Cloud Cat God King wore synchronized expressions in different spaces and spoke in unison. "Then it's fine. With me here, no matter how exhausted you are, it will all vanish without a trace."

"Has Your Highness forgotten? I'm your most capable little Cloud Cat~"

"With me here, everything will be fine."

As he spoke, Qiu Tu lay back down on Princess Hui Ming's shoulder and began kneading again. "Tap. Tap."

Princess Hui Ming: ...

If the previous "Cloud Cat God King" had still seemed somewhat unnatural, slightly different from the "Cloud Cat God King" she had known before, then the current "Cloud Cat God King" felt flawless to Princess Hui Ming.

Those few lines, whether in expression, movements, or habits, were all exactly the same as in Princess Hui Ming's memories. There was not the slightest flaw to be found.

Even Princess Hui Ming's intuition no longer sounded any warnings.

Did I really overthink things?

Or... did he use some method?

With those thoughts in mind, Princess Hui Ming swept her Mental Power over the white cat diligently kneading on her shoulder.

The next second, with a movement of Princess Hui Ming's Mental Power, the white cat's entire body was abruptly restrained.

At that moment, Princess Hui Ming carefully observed every tiny reaction from the white cat's body.

If the white cat before her was truly an enemy in disguise, then the instant she suddenly acted, he would definitely become tense or vigilant because he could not trust her wholeheartedly.

Even if this enemy were a true genius spy and relaxed immediately in the next instant, bodily changes could not be faked.

For a High-level God King like herself, even changes occurring within milliseconds could be detected. She could absolutely spot anything unusual.

Meanwhile, just as Hui Ming thought this and acted.

Qiu Tu and Cloud Cat God King in the "Punishment God Domain" simultaneously froze for a moment, and confusion appeared on their adorable cat faces, clearly not knowing what had happened.

But because Qiu Tu was completely synchronized with Cloud Cat God King's current state, his body did not tense up in the slightest. Instead, he was utterly relaxed.

Every expression and every change in him was keenly captured by Princess Hui Ming, who was meticulously observing him with her Mental Power.

There isn't anything unusual at all?

When the result of the verification was laid before her, even Princess Hui Ming, with all her composure, could not help furrowing her brow slightly. She clearly found it difficult to believe.

However, her reaction was also extremely quick. She knew that whether she believed it or not, she first had to continue acting out this scene.

So, she reached out, picked up Qiu Tu, who had been restrained by her Mental Power and brought before her, and held him in her arms. Then she lightly scratched beneath his chin with her fingertips.

"You have been thoughtful. Rest for a while." Her voice remained calm, but it carried a trace more warmth.

As royalty, born to receive the offerings of countless gods of the Destruction Path, there was no such word as "thank you" in her dictionary.

Being able to say, "You have been thoughtful. Rest for a while," was already rare recognition for a subordinate.

So, Qiu Tu, held in Hui Ming's arms, could not help letting out a "Meow" in response. He even took the initiative to stick out his tongue and lick her jade-like fingertips.

At that instant, Princess Hui Ming's fingertips trembled slightly, and she pulled them back as if burned. A rare faint blush appeared on her snowy cheeks, while a trace of embarrassed irritation flashed through her eyes.

Though that microexpression vanished in an instant, Qiu Tu still caught it sharply.

So this princess is actually this innocent? She even gets shy when a little kitten licks her fingers? As Qiu Tu continued synchronizing his movements with Cloud Cat God King, he was somewhat surprised inwardly.

What he did not know was that Hui Ming herself was also somewhat surprised at that moment.

The reason was simple. Cloud Cat God King had actually licked her fingers before.

Back then, although she had found it a little strange, she had not felt anything else.

But tonight was obviously different.

Clearly, the little kitten in her arms looked like Cloud Cat God King, felt like Cloud Cat God King, and matched Cloud Cat God King in expressions, movements, and reactions. Yet when he licked her, her body felt as though it had been electrocuted, completely unlike before!

What exactly is going on?

The cause of her suspicion had nearly been eliminated, yet Princess Hui Ming could not help developing even more doubts.

As those thoughts continuously shifted through her mind, she held Qiu Tu and, after a moment, spoke with authority. "Ruolan."

"Your Highness."

Following the response, a figure silently emerged beside the tent flap. It was the female official who had withdrawn earlier.

After bowing, Ruolan's gaze inconspicuously swept over the adorable white cat in Hui Ming's arms. Her movements paused for an imperceptible instant.

While stroking Qiu Tu's back, Hui Ming calmly instructed, "Make the preparations. I will sleep in the tent tonight."

Ruolan's heart jolted, but her face revealed nothing. She hurriedly replied respectfully, "Yes."

After saying that, she bowed again and quietly withdrew. However, her movements were noticeably more cautious than when she had entered.

As she left the tent, she looked back once. Through the gap in the tent flap, she could see only Princess Hui Ming's upright back and that patch of snow-white curled in her embrace.

Inside the tent, Qiu Tu nestled in Princess Hui Ming's arms. Whenever he raised his head or flicked his ears, he could brush against that lofty softness.

Even though he could not make any movements that might arouse suspicion and could only synchronize with Cloud Cat God King.

During Cloud Cat God King's coquettish behavior, he could still clearly feel that warm, resilient softness through the fabric.

This is a little too seductive, but being able to touch without being able to feel properly is way too torturous, isn't it? It's practically a punishment!

And judging by this, Hui Ming really intends to keep me overnight and share a bed with me?

It's exciting, sure, but isn't the risk way too high?

This is practically a test of my self-control!

At that moment, Qiu Tu especially wished Zhao Ji were here too.

It was not because he wanted to kill two birds with one stone. Rather, seeing Zhao Ji's icy gaze would cool him down quite a bit.

After all, he did not believe Hui Ming had so easily come to trust him completely. Tonight, there would definitely be deeper tests waiting for him.

He had to remain one hundred percent cautious.

Soon, while Qiu Tu was thinking this, the female official Ruolan led two maids back into the tent.

Their movements were swift yet soundless. First, they set up a screen painted with an ink landscape in the center of the tent, dividing the huge tent into inner and outer sections.

Then, they laid out a wide, soft bed in the inner tent, changed the bedding for clean linens, and lit a brazier of calming incense.

A faint fragrance spread through the air, diluting the ink scent of the documents and the bloody aura emitted by the sand table's points of light. It gave this grim battlefield several hints of a private bedchamber's atmosphere.

Qiu Tu poked his head out from Hui Ming's arms and looked around.

As expected of royalty. Even on the battlefield, they don't forget to enjoy themselves. And this bed... it's huge, soft, and looks very sturdy too.

Just as that thought flashed through his mind, he felt an authoritative gaze assessing him. When he looked up, he met Hui Ming's unfathomable eyes.

Qiu Tu's heart skipped a beat, and he quickly composed himself. However, he was not worried, because he was currently in "Cloud Cat God King's" replication mode. There was no way any flaw could be detected.

Sure enough, after only a second, Hui Ming withdrew her gaze without saying anything further.

Once everything had been arranged, Ruolan dismissed the maids. She herself carried a set of sleeping clothes over to Hui Ming. "Your Highness, it is time to rest."

Hui Ming gave an "Mm," set Qiu Tu down in his white cat form, then rose to her feet and walked behind the screen.

Naturally, Qiu Tu wanted to follow right behind her.

But just as he was about to enter behind the screen, Princess Hui Ming stopped him. "You stay outside."

Hearing Princess Hui Ming's words, Qiu Tu and Cloud Cat God King simultaneously tilted their heads and let out a puzzled "Meow~?"

Cloud Cat God King was clearly confused. Apparently, Princess Hui Ming had often let her accompany her while changing clothes before.

Qiu Tu also had doubts. She won't even let me watch her change clothes. Does she still not consider me one of her own?

However, despite thinking that, Qiu Tu did not leave Cloud Cat God King's replication state. Instead, he synchronously sat outside the screen and looked at it with a wronged expression.

Then Qiu Tu discovered something. Perhaps because no one dared approach while Princess Hui Ming was changing clothes, the screen was exceptionally thin. Under the lamplight, it was like frosted glass.

Although he could not see with perfect clarity, he could still make out outlines and vague details.

Compared to a clear view, this hazy feeling actually added several degrees of beauty and ambiguity.

Qiu Tu's eyes immediately widened like two brass bells.

Behind the screen, Princess Hui Ming had her back to Qiu Tu as she undid the intricate knotted fastenings at her waist. That Black Python Robe embroidered with ferocious beasts slid down like butterfly wings, revealing the white silk inner garment beneath.

Without the restraint of the broad python robe, her tall, slender figure was fully revealed.

At that moment, Ruolan stepped forward, reached for her waist, untied the sash of her inner garment, and slowly removed it from her shoulders.

As the inner garment slipped away, Princess Hui Ming's smooth back was gradually exposed before him.

Then, when the inner garment had been lowered to her waist, Princess Hui Ming's jet-black hair cascaded down like a waterfall, nearly covering her entire back.

Qiu Tu silently watched the Entire Process, then turned his face slightly, feeling that tonight had yielded some unexpected gains after all.

At that moment, the mistress and servant behind the screen clearly did not know what was happening outside. Ruolan unfolded the sleeping clothes, helped Hui Ming put them on from behind, then carefully folded Princess Hui Ming's python robe and carried it out.

When Ruolan stepped out from behind the screen, Princess Hui Ming's voice came from within.

"Come in."

Hearing Hui Ming's command, Qiu Tu quickly composed himself, then padded behind the screen on cat paws, peering around cautiously.

He had not forgotten that sleeping with Hui Ming tonight was not merely ambiguous; it also carried considerable danger.

Even if, judging from her changing clothes just now, Hui Ming seemed not to be wearing anything underneath. Still... even if she wore nothing at all, he needed to stay alive to look and stay alive to touch.

So, he had to be exceedingly careful!

With those thoughts in mind, Qiu Tu replicated Cloud Cat God King's adorable smile, let out a "Meow~," and walked in.

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