"Sister, His Majesty..." Zhu Zhuqing hesitated, unable to finish her sentence.
Zhu Zhuyun shook her head, indicating that they should not discuss this here.
The two silently retraced their steps, neither speaking a word as they each processed the experience and the shock they had just witnessed.
As the two sisters disappeared into the depths of the palace gardens, Lin Hao in the Heavenly Pool slowly turned around, looking in the direction they had left, a thoughtful look flashing in his eyes.
"It seems the Snow Empress knows everything about the Heavenly Court, most likely through them."
He muttered to himself, his voice echoing in the vast Heavenly Pool, "I just wonder how many people from the Douluo Continent have come?"
The one outside the Undying Mountain also seems to be one of them. Among the people following Ye Fan, there seems to be one person who is also a bit special.
At the time, I was more focused on the Nine Dragons Pulling a Coffin and didn't pay attention to him.
Lin Hao closed his eyes, and the plot of " Douluo Continent " from his past life flashed through his mind.
The Divine Realm, the mortal realm, the Shrek Seven Devils, the Spirit Hall, the Great Emperor...
Now, it seems that people from that world have somehow arrived in the Shrouding the Heavens World," and have come to his Heavenly Court.
"Interesting."
A playful smile curved Lin Hao's lips. "This is getting more and more interesting."
White Jade Capital, the residence of Jiang Wanwan.
When Zhu Zhuqing and Zhu Zhuyun returned to their residence, Jiang Xiaoxiao and Jiang Wanwan were pruning flowers and plants in the courtyard.
Upon seeing the two sisters return, the two women put down their flower shears and went to greet them.
"How is it? Is Your Majesty satisfied?"
Jiang Wanwan asked with a smile, her gaze sweeping over the two sisters. Seeing that they were neatly dressed and looked normal, a knowing look flashed in her eyes.
Zhu Zhuyun bowed respectfully. "Reporting to Sister Wanwan, His Majesty seems satisfied. He... he nodded."
Zhu Zhuqing added, "Furthermore, His Majesty also instructed us to tell the two elder sisters that you should make a trip to Heavenly Pool."
Jiang Xiaoxiao and Jiang Wanwan exchanged a glance, both seeing a hint of surprise in each other's eyes.
"Knew."
But Jiang Xiaoxiao nodded, her expression expectant. "You should go and rest first. It must be tiring for you to serve His Majesty for the first time."
"Yes," the two sisters replied, but did not leave immediately.
Zhu Zhuqing looked at Jiang Xiaoxiao and Jiang Wanwan, a hint of curiosity flashing in her eyes.
She noticed that her two older sisters did not change into so-called "swimsuits" like they did, but instead wore their usual white palace dresses, looking elegant and ethereal.
"Sister Xiaoxiao, Sister Wanwan, don't you... need to change your clothes?" Zhu Zhuqing couldn't help but ask.
Zhu Zhuyun also cast a curious glance at her.
They had assumed that serving His Majesty during his bath required wearing such indecent clothing, but judging from their two elder sisters' appearance, it seemed that was not the case.
Upon hearing this, Jiang Xiaoxiao and Jiang Wanwan exchanged a smile, a smile that carried a hint of amusement and ambiguity.
You'll find out later.
Jiang Wanwan chuckled softly, her tone carrying an indescribable depth.
Jiang Xiaoxiao smiled, offering no further explanation, but simply said to her sister, "Let's go, don't keep His Majesty waiting."
The two straightened their clothes and then walked gracefully towards Heavenly Pool, leaving Zhu Zhuqing and Zhu Zhuyun standing there looking at each other.
"Could it be... that if you have a higher status, you don't have to go into the water anymore?" Zhu Zhuqing guessed softly.
Zhu Zhuyun shook her head. "It doesn't seem like it. Judging from the expressions of the two older sisters, it's not a simple difference in status, but rather... it's like they've gotten used to it?"
Unable to understand, the two could only suppress their questions and return to their rooms.
Heavenly Pool Hot Spring.
When Jiang Xiaoxiao and Jiang Wanwan arrived at the pool, Lin Hao was standing with his back to them, quietly soaking in the spring water, his white hair cascading down the surface of the water like a waterfall.
"Your Majesty, we've arrived," Jiang Wanwan said softly, her voice gentle as water.
Lin Hao didn't turn around, but simply gave a faint "hmm".
The two sisters exchanged a glance, then began to unbutton their white palace dresses.
Her sash loosened slightly, and her silk robe slipped down.
First came the outer robe, then the inner garment, and finally the undergarments worn close to the skin.
The whole process was smooth and natural, without the slightest hesitation or shyness, as if it had been done hundreds or thousands of times before.
As the last piece of clothing slipped to the ground, two Perfect World bodies were fully exposed to the air.
Jiang Xiaoxiao is tall and slender with snow-white skin and smooth, beautiful lines; Jiang Wanwan is relatively petite, but her curves are more exquisite and well-proportioned, with every inch just right.
And so, with graceful steps, they walked into the warm spring water.
The water rippled, flowing over her ankles, calves, thighs, and waist, finally settling on her upper body.
The two of them naturally came to Lin Hao's side, one on each side, and sat down next to him, their movements intimate and natural.
"Did His Majesty summon us for some instructions?" Jiang Xiaoxiao asked softly, placing a hand naturally on Lin Hao's arm.
Jiang Wanwan gently rested her head on Lin Hao's shoulder, as docile as a kitten.
Lin Hao turned his head and looked at the two sisters beside him.
Unlike the nervous and awkward sisters Zhu Zhuqing and Zhu Zhuyun, Jiang Xiaoxiao and Jiang Wanwan were clearly used to such intimacy, their expressions were natural, and their movements were skillful.
"Are you about to break through?"
Lin Hao asked, reaching out to stroke Jiang Wanwan's long hair, "You've been helping me with chores all this time, and haven't had much time to cultivate."
Jiang Xiaoxiao gently shook her head. "It is our blessing to serve His Majesty. Cultivation is not something to be rushed."
"Yes," Jiang Wanwan said softly, "And all of this was done voluntarily."
"If it weren't for His Majesty, my sister and I would have starved to death in the wilderness long ago. How could we be where we are today?"
A hint of tenderness flashed in Lin Hao's eyes.
He remembered it was many years ago. At that time, he had just established the Heavenly Court and encountered the two dying sisters during a journey.
They came from a small family of cultivators, but their family was wiped out by their enemies. Only they escaped, but they got lost in the wilderness, starving and freezing, on the verge of death.
He brought them back to Heavenly Court, healed their injuries, and taught them cultivation methods.
The two sisters were talented and hardworking, and quickly established themselves in the Heavenly Court.
Later, they volunteered to become his personal maids, and this service lasted for hundreds of years.
You did a great job.
Lin Hao said with approval, "Bringing Zhu Zhuqing and Zhu Zhuyun here this time was also very appropriate."
Those two sisters are interesting.
Jiang Xiaoxiao and Jiang Wanwan exchanged a glance, both seeing joy in each other's eyes.
For them, gaining His Majesty's approval was the greatest honor.
"Therefore, I have decided to grant you a formal title."
Lin Hao continued, his voice calm yet carrying an undeniable authority, "From this day forward, you sisters will be granted the status of concubines and will enjoy corresponding offerings."
Upon hearing the words "serving concubine," both Jiang Xiaoxiao and Jiang Wanwan were stunned.
A few seconds later, a huge wave of surprise washed over me.
This is not just a change in status, but also signifies that they have officially become Lin Hao's women. Although their rank is not as high as that of the Empress or the Heavenly Consort, it is a position that countless people in the Heavenly Court dream of!
Their imperial status was second only to the Heavenly Emperor, Heavenly Empress, and Imperial Consort.
Although her nominal status is not as high as those veteran retainers, which retainer would be so blind as to underestimate Lin Hao's woman?
"Thank you for your grace, Your Majesty!"
The two sisters, their voices trembling with excitement, rose from the water and knelt respectfully before Lin Hao, performing a deep bow.
Centuries of service have finally earned recognition.
At this moment, all the sacrifices were worthwhile.
Lin Hao reached out and helped them up. "Get up, this is what you deserve."
Jiang Xiaoxiao and Jiang Wanwan got up and sat back down next to Lin Hao, but this time, their eyes were brighter and their expressions were more affectionate.
"Also, I have something important for you to do." Lin Hao's tone turned serious as he changed the subject.