Xiao Xiao: You certainly took good care of him

Chen Jie looked at her disheveled yet sweet, soft appearance, his gaze falling on the rice porridge splattered across her face and collar. His expression turned serious. "Eat what spilled, too. These are all treasures of heaven and earth that increase Soul Power."

At his words, Wang Dong's cheeks instantly burned crimson.

She hesitated for a moment, then carefully wiped the porridge left on her face and clothes with her slender, delicate hands.

Oh~ ho ho ho~

Her damp eyes and brows and sweat-beaded cheeks held a natural, tenderly captivating allure in Chen Jie's eyes, sending a faint ripple through his heart.

Chen Jie's breathing unconsciously grew lighter, his gaze lingering on the girl for a long time.

Watching her lightly press her lips together as she wiped herself clean, he felt his heartbeat quicken.

He recalled the way Wang Dong had eaten the porridge in small mouthfuls earlier, the scene replaying over and over in his mind.

He raised his hand, gently touching her damp cheek with his fingertips, his voice a little deeper. "Slow down. Don't rush."

Oh~ ho ho ho~

Hearing this, Wang Dong lifted her eyelids slightly. Her pale blue eyes darted timidly toward Chen Jie before she quickly lowered her gaze again.

The warm rice porridge slid down her throat into her stomach, and warmth slowly spread throughout her body. The Soul Power within her circulated gently, nourishing Wang Dong's soul. Waves of tingling comfort swept through every limb and bone, while her stomach gradually grew full.

She slowly loosened her hold on the handkerchief and lightly pressed her lips together, the blush on her face still lingering.

"I'm full." Wang Dong raised a hand to rub her swollen little belly, then turned and picked up a wooden bucket from beside her, her cheeks still flushed with embarrassment. "I'll take a bath first. Otherwise, I won't be able to face anyone in class."

Seeing how embarrassed and awkward she looked, Chen Jie's heart stirred. "The facilities here are pretty basic. I'll join you so I can look after you."

Wang Dong froze, her entire body going stiff, her ears so red they looked ready to drip blood. She gripped the rim of the wooden bucket, hesitated for a long time, then answered softly, her voice as faint as a mosquito's hum. "Okay."

Heat rose within the cramped space, white steam spreading everywhere.

Chen Jie picked up a soft washcloth and, through the veil of steam, carefully washed her back, occasionally touching Wang Dong's skin, as white as jade.

Wang Dong's body tensed slightly, her heart pounding. All she could do was stand there quietly.

After the bath, the lingering mist slowly dispersed.

The porridge stains and sweat on Wang Dong's body had all been washed away. Her wet hair hung loose over her shoulders, and the warm water had left her skin faintly pink.

She wrapped the clean towel tightly around herself and lowered her eyes, her cheeks still burning, not daring to look up at Chen Jie beside her.

Chen Jie had also tidied himself up, and most of the dampness on his body had dissipated.

He looked at the bashful girl before him. The warm Soul Power from earlier was still circulating gently within Wang Dong, nourishing her soul and leaving her whole body relaxed and comfortable.

"How do you feel?" Chen Jie asked softly, his gaze settling on her slightly flushed profile.

Wang Dong lifted her eyes a little, her pale blue irises shimmering with moisture, and answered quietly, "I'm warm all over, and my Soul Power is flowing much more smoothly."

But the moment she thought of what had happened during their bath, her ears quietly reddened again.

She tried to step outside, but her body felt weak and her gait was unnatural. She limped as she walked, the blush on her cheeks deepening with every step.

Seeing her awkward movements, Chen Jie curled his lips into a wicked smile and teased, "What's wrong, my dear Dong'er?"

Wang Dong's cheeks flushed scarlet. Embarrassed and angry, she glared at him and snapped petulantly, "It's all your fault! You're the culprit, and you're still standing here gloating!"

The amusement in Chen Jie's eyes deepened at her bashful indignation. He stepped half a pace closer and deliberately lowered his voice to tease her. "What are you blaming me for? I was kindly helping restore your damaged soul, and that's what you think of me?"

His words made Wang Dong's cheeks burn. Her little mouth puckered slightly, her hands clenched tight, and her pale blue eyes stared straight at Chen Jie. Yet she wasn't intimidating in the slightest; instead, she looked soft and particularly adorable.

She shifted awkwardly, still limping, and huffed, "It's all your fault, anyway! Now I can't even walk properly."

She felt both embarrassed and flustered, looking up to meet his eyes as her long lashes trembled lightly. The Soul Power circulating within her remained gentle and rich, constantly nourishing every limb and bone. Its comforting warmth mingled with the embarrassment filling her heart, leaving her limp and unable to muster any strength.

Seeing that she truly was embarrassed, Chen Jie put away the teasing glint in his eyes and reached out to gently support her slender arm. The warmth of his palm steadied the girl as her body went weak.

"Don't be afraid. I'm here." His voice was gentle but firm. "I'll help you walk and take you to your classroom door, then head back to my own classroom."

Wang Dong stiffened slightly, but she didn't push his hand away, obediently letting him support her. They slowly walked outside side by side, the morning breeze drying the moisture left at the tips of her hair.

As they left the dormitory, warm sunlight spilled down onto Wang Dong's flushed profile and damp hair, making her skin look fair and translucent and her features delicate and lovely.

After a few steps, Wang Dong slowly relaxed, though her little mouth remained slightly puckered. She muttered quietly, "Next time... I'm never doing that... with you again. It's too embarrassing."

Chen Jie chuckled softly, his warm breath brushing her ear. "You certainly looked comfortable just now."

At those words, Wang Dong's cheeks instantly turned scarlet, her ears red all over. Embarrassment turning to anger, she raised her little hand and lightly punched his arm.

They walked slowly together, leaning against each other. Just as they neared the door to Class One, they ran straight into Xiao Xiao.

Xiao Xiao immediately spotted Chen Jie supporting Wang Dong so intimately, the two pressed close together in an affectionate pose. Her face instantly turned livid, her eyes brimming with jealousy and anger. She spoke at once. "Brother Chen Jie, Wang Dong, why are you..."

Chen Jie's expression remained composed as he calmly explained, "Wang Dong twisted her ankle while cultivating yesterday. I'm helping her get to class."

Xiao Xiao stood rooted to the spot, staring fiercely at their intimate posture, jealousy and anger churning in her heart. Gritting her teeth, she inwardly cursed, I asked you to look after Brother Chen Jie, and you certainly took good care of him! Wang Dong, you damned gay! Can't you just go die?!

Her right hand, hidden at her side, clenched tightly into a fist, her knuckles turning faintly white as she ruthlessly suppressed her fury.

Then she forced down the bitterness and anger in her eyes and gave Chen Jie a gentle smile, her voice carrying a possessiveness all her own. "Brother Chen Jie, just leave this sort of thing to me from now on."

With that, Xiao Xiao quickly stepped forward to take Chen Jie's place. She reached out to support Wang Dong's arm, deliberately tightening her grip, a subtle challenge lurking in the pressure.

Xiao Xiao's grip made Wang Dong's arm ache slightly. She looked up at Xiao Xiao and shot her a provocative glance, as though declaring, Your Brother Chen Jie is mine now.

She thought to herself, You dare grab me that hard? From now on, you won't even get the chance to stand guard at the door.

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