Shower Together

He was only a head taller than the bottom of the tub, and no matter how much he stood on his tiptoes, he couldn't see over the rim, spinning in place with anxiety.

Bibi Dong chuckled and shook her head, bending down to undo the buttons of his little clothes, folding them one by one and setting them aside.

Then, she shed her own garments as well.

She stepped into the tub first to let her body adjust to the water temperature, then reached out to pick up the naked Luo Dong, carefully lowering him into the tub so he could stand on her legs.

The water temperature was just right.

As soon as Luo Dong entered the tub, he let out a contented hum, his little hands resting naturally on Bibi Dong's shoulders as his entire body pressed against her chest.

Bibi Dong wrapped one arm around his back while her other hand picked up a towel, dipped it in the hot water, and began to wipe him down, starting from his face.

Her touch was as gentle as ever, bypassing his eyes, sweeping over the bridge of his nose, wiping away the sugar crumbs from the corners of his mouth, and then moving on to his little neck, arms, and belly.

Luo Dong lay obediently against her chest, his small face tucked into the crook of her neck, feeling the warm towel moving softly across his back, his entire being drifting in a daze.

The steam in the tub made him feel soft and limp, and the warm scent of Bibi Dong's body enveloped him; occasionally, a few strands of her wet, long hair brushed against his arms, tickling him until he couldn't help but giggle.

Hearing him laugh, Bibi Dong smiled along with him.

As she washed him, she hummed that wordless Lullaby, her voice sounding exceptionally soft amidst the swirling mist.

After washing him, she quickly rinsed herself off, then lifted Luo Dong from the tub and wrapped him tightly in a dry towel from head to toe, leaving only his flushed little face exposed.

Wrapped in the small blanket, Luo Dong yawned repeatedly, feeling incredibly comfortable.

Bibi Dong dried herself off, changed into clean clothes, and sat back down on the edge of the bed with him in her arms.

Fresh from his bath, Luo Dong radiated a faint, delicate fragrance; he was soft and warm, like a freshly steamed little bun.

She then skillfully loosened her bodice, preparing to feed him.

For the past year, Luo Dong had essentially grown up on her breast milk.

Since the Spirit Milk Water Lily had transformed her body, her milk was naturally sweet and delicious, and with the infusion of Soul Power Liquid, every drop was packed with pure energy.

His Flawless Body could perfectly absorb every trace of nutrients, allowing his physical development to far outpace that of children his age.

Other foods, like candied haws or osmanthus cakes, were merely snacks he nibbled on when he had a craving; his true staple remained his mother's milk.

He had no interest in other food; in terms of both nutrition and taste, Bibi Dong's milk was the best.

Luo Dong latched on and began to suckle with rhythmic smacking sounds.

The sweet milk slid down his throat, and that familiar warmth spread from his stomach to his limbs.

His eyelids grew heavy, and his suckling slowed, and slowed again. Finally, his little mouth let go, he let out a tiny burp, tilted his head, and drifted into a deep sleep.

Bibi Dong gently laid him on the bed and covered him with the small blanket.

[Daily Quest complete]

[Reward issued: Special Technique -- God Spider Eight Kills]

[Technique transmitted, please receive]

A massive, complex stream of information flooded into Bibi Dong's mind.

It was the complete cultivation method for the God Spider Eight Kills.

Bibi Dong closed her eyes, sat cross-legged on the edge of the bed, and sank her consciousness into the technique.

The content of the technique was perfectly compatible with the attributes of her first martial soul, the Death Spider Emperor; every path of energy circulation and every method of operating the soul power nodes felt as if it had been tailor-made for her.

The chilling, icy power of the Death Spider Emperor aligned perfectly with the killing intent contained within the technique, with not the slightest conflict.

Following the guidance of the method, she channeled the Soul Power Liquid in her Dantian, strand by strand, through her meridians.

As the Soul Power Liquid circulated through her meridians, it produced a faint humming sound, like a harp string being plucked repeatedly.

Her aura climbed steadily as she practiced; although her level remained unchanged, the thick, profound sense of oppression she exuded grew stronger and stronger.

She practiced throughout the night.

As the sky began to brighten, Bibi Dong slowly opened her eyes.

She sensed the changes within her body.

The God Spider Eight Kills was now mastered; she had reached the second kill realm. As long as she activated the technique, she could double her combat power compared to her normal state the moment she struck.

Bibi Dong stopped, satisfied, and prepared herself.

Not long after, Luo Dong turned over in his small blanket, smacked his lips twice, and slowly opened his eyes.

He sat up, dazed, a tuft of hair sticking up, and looked around until he saw Bibi Dong sitting by the bed, watching him with a smile.

He reached out his hands and called out in a milky voice, "Mama."

Bibi Dong lifted him out of the bedding.

Luo Dong's head rested on her shoulder, still groggy, his eyelids half-closed.

She carried him to the washbasin and used a warm, damp towel to wipe his face, her movements gentle and practiced.

Once he was washed, Bibi Dong sat on the edge of the bed and loosened her bodice.

Luo Dong leaned in naturally, latched on, and began to suckle with rhythmic smacking sounds.

The sweet, creamy milk mixed with the warm energy of the Soul Power Liquid slid down his throat, and his Flawless Body automatically activated, breaking down and absorbing every trace of nutrition.

Bibi Dong gently patted his back as she fed him.

Once full and satisfied, Luo Dong let out a milk-drunk burp, hopped off her lap, and ran back and forth on the bed with his bare feet, shouting, "Time to go out! Time to go out! Mommy, hurry up and pack!"

Bibi Dong watched his impatient antics with a smile tugging at the corners of her lips as she began to pack their belongings.

Being away from home was different from staying in, and not a single item Luo Dong needed could be left behind.

A small blanket, spare clothes, several soft towels, a drinking bowl, and a small jar of the Osmanthus Preserved Fruit that Luo Dong loved to eat were all tucked into a storage Soul Tool.

After a moment's thought, she took a thick little hooded cloak out of the cabinet.

Although it was late autumn, their destination was a valley located north of the Star Dou Forest.

The climate in that region was volatile, with bone-chilling winds in the mornings and evenings, and she could not let the child catch a cold.

She packed the little cloak away.

Only after finishing with Luo Dong's things did she begin to pack her own personal items.

Her movements were efficient, and she was ready in a few moments.

Finally, she placed a small Tiger-Head Hat on Luo Dong's head.

She had bought it in the city a few days ago; the ears of the Tiger-Head Hat were stitched with two tufts of fluffy white rabbit fur, and when worn on Luo Dong, he looked every bit the adorable, tiger-headed little boy.

Bibi Dong picked up Luo Dong and walked out of their residence.

Outside the palace, a spacious carriage was already prepared.

The carriage body was crafted from high-quality nanmu wood, its four corners reinforced with dark gold metal plates, while the interior was lined with thick velvet cushions and the windows hung with wind-blocking brocade curtains.

The carriage was driven by a maid who had served Bibi Dong for many years; she was highly skilled, taciturn, and fiercely loyal.

Seeing Bibi Dong emerge, she bowed slightly in greeting before lifting the carriage curtain.

Bibi Dong placed Luo Dong inside the carriage and sat down herself.

The maid cracked the whip with a soft shout, and the carriage slowly pulled away.

The wheels rolled over the bluestone road with a rhythmic rumbling, passing through the long streets of Martial Soul City, through the towering city gates, and onto the official road outside.