The Black Emperor Sect, in a quiet courtyard discreetly sealed off by the Mystic Yellow Azure Flame.
Under the guidance of Chu Zhou, her "seasoned instructor," Yun Yun tasted the sweetness of forbidden fruit for the first time.
Soon, as she gained mastery of the "Kun-style" swordplay, she shed her initial shyness and awkwardness.
Through the breathtaking experience of practicing swordplay together, Yun Yun also revealed the tenderness and passion uniquely hers beneath that cool exterior.
Different people displayed different qualities when practicing the same sword art. Yun Yun possessed wind-attribute Dou Qi, and her swordplay had a distinctive grace and endurance. Those qualities seemed to find another expression in their intimate union.
After a long while, the two finally finished their sweat-drenched sword practice.
Utterly exhausted, Yun Yun curled lazily into Chu Zhou's arms.
Chu Zhou lowered his head and saw an enchanting blush spread across her fair skin. Her delicate face bore the satisfaction of their lovemaking, her beautiful eyes half closed and her breathing slow and steady.
Chu Zhou lightly kissed her smooth forehead and smiled. "Get some rest, Yun'er."
"Mmm..." Yun Yun murmured, seemingly too drained even to speak. Soon, she fell into a deep sleep in his arms.
With a thought, Chu Zhou gently sent the sleeping Yun Yun into the microcosm within his body. He settled her on the comfortable bed in its courtyard and laid down a gentle energy barrier so she could rest undisturbed.
Then he dressed and waved a hand, removing the courtyard's flame seal.
Chu Zhou entered a secluded chamber, took out the Myriad Beast Cauldron and an assortment of medicinal ingredients, and began refining pills.
For the next month, Chu Zhou never ventured outside, immersing himself entirely in pill refinement.
Rather than refining commissioned pills with clearly specified requirements,