Inside the Divine Pool residence, mist curled around the elegant bathing pool. Warm spring water spilled over its rim, carrying a faint fragrance. Xiao Ning'er sat quietly in the pool, her wet, jet-black hair clinging to her smooth shoulders. Her expression was gentle as she chatted softly with Yun Tian beside the pool.
A smile had filled Yun Tian's eyes as he watched the beauty in the water, tender thoughts stirring in his heart. He had intended to join her, but reconsidered, a gentle smile curling his lips. A good meal was worth waiting for. Once Ning'er had washed away the dust of the world and emerged fresh and fragrant, savoring their intimacy would be all the sweeter. He restrained himself and sat quietly nearby, waiting.
"Ning'er, your cultivation has improved considerably. Once you became strong enough, did you ever go out to temper yourself alone?" Yun Tian asked softly, his voice full of concern.
Xiao Ning'er stirred the warm spring water with her fingertips and looked up at Yun Tian, a hint of reminiscence in her eyes. "I did. I even hunted a few low-level demon beasts by myself. But since I was always alone and knew how dangerous it was outside, I never dared venture deep into the Demon Beast Forest. I only explored around the edges."
"That was very prudent of you. You did the right thing." Yun Tian nodded slightly, his tone growing more solemn. "Apart from the great human sects, demon beasts are the most numerous beings in the vast mountains and forests. Among them lurk creatures with profound cultivation and savage dispositions. You must never brave those dangers alone."
"I understand. That's why I've always been especially careful." Xiao Ning'er nodded meekly, her expression filled with trust in Yun Tian.
Before long, Xiao Ning'er