Xiao Yao watched as they gradually adapted to the pressure, gritting their teeth and slowly moving their bodies. Since the Dou Qi within them was being used to resist the pressure, their Dou Qi became more solid.
After an hour had passed, Xiao Yao withdrew the pressure. Xiao Mei and the others remained where they stood, breathing heavily, their pretty faces flushed as beads of sweat rolled down their foreheads and soaked their clothes.
Xiao Yao glanced at the sweat-dampened clothes clinging tightly to Xiao Mei and the other two, outlining their perfect curves.
However, after only a glance, Xiao Yao slowly said, "That's enough training for today. You can go rest."
Then, Xiao Yao gently waved his right hand toward the ground, and seven jade bottles appeared there. He said softly, "The seven jade bottles on the ground contain medicinal liquid. When you return, pour a drop from one into your bath for a medicinal soak. It will ease today's fatigue and strengthen your muscles and bones, so you won't wake up aching all over tomorrow."
Xun Er and the others looked at the jade bottles on the ground, slowly approached Xiao Yao, bent down, and each picked up a bottle before putting it away.
Shortly afterward, Xiao Yao left the back mountain with Xun Er and Qing Lin and returned to the pavilion.
"Xun Er, why haven't I seen Phoenix Cry and Zi Lin today? Don't tell me they're still staying in your room?"
After entering the pavilion, Xiao Yao walked with Xun Er toward the rooms deeper inside.
Xun Er and Qing Lin exchanged smiles. Xun Er said softly, "What? Is Brother Xiao Yao jealous of their life? I told them this morning to stay in the room and not wander around."
Xiao Yao could not help