Hot spring encounter

It was nighttime, and Helian Weiwei found herself in the worst courtyard of Taibai Academy. She turned her hands over, causing a transparent air flow to envelop her.

Yuan's voice, filled with surprise, exclaimed, "Woman, I didn't expect you to be a manipulative martial artist!"

"Manipulation type warrior?" Helian Weiwei raised an eyebrow. In her memory, martial artists were divided into stages based on the five elements: gold, wood, water, fire, and earth. The higher the stage, the darker the color of their martial qi.

The concept of manipulative martial artists was entirely new to her.

Yuan Hao looked at her, a smirk forming on his lips. He explained, "According to ordinary people, the elements and colors of martial qi determine the level of a martial artist's ability. The lighter the color, the poorer their talent. However! Manipulative martial artists are an exception to this rule!" His voice paused briefly, and an evil smile appeared. "They don't belong to any of the five elements, and their martial energy doesn't have any color. But they can manipulate the five elements of gold, wood, water, fire, and earth, making them the strongest martial artists with the most powerful attacks!"

Helian Weiwei nonchalantly popped a strawberry into her mouth and casually picked up a wooden basin.

Observing her calm demeanor, the corners of Yuan Hao's mouth twitched. Did this woman even realize the significance of her talent? It was a rare and formidable ability.

Helian Weiwei paid no mind to the commotion and went about her business. She felt sticky and wanted to take a bath. To ensure privacy, she knocked on the door and looked around before entering the hot spring pool. She expected everyone to be busy cultivating their martial qi at this time and thought there would be no one else coming. She undressed and stepped into the clear water, the level reaching her neck. Helian Weiwei remained motionless, as if she were asleep, her long black hair spread out on her porcelain-white back, exuding a seductive aura.

Suddenly, a cool breeze approached. Someone was approaching!

Helian Weiwei's eyes snapped open, and she swiftly propelled herself out of the barrel, causing a white robe placed nearby to float in the air. In one fluid motion, she rolled onto her side, quickly slipped her hands and feet into the robe, and extended her left hand from the sleeve to tie the last belt. Her movements were smooth and swift, with water droplets from her hair scattering in all directions.

At that moment, a figure gradually emerged from the mist.

The man stood cold and aloof, radiating brightness and untainted by any dust. He held an ancient scroll in his hand, standing with superiority next to the edge of the pool. A black mark outlined his left shoulder, emphasizing the fine contour that captured attention. His extraordinary beauty seemed to defy the heavens and the earth.

It was none other than Baili Jia Jue.

Upon seeing him, Helian Weiwei grabbed her belongings, intending to leave.

But before she could do so, Baili Jia Jue pressed her against the stone wall with a whirlwind of movement.

In an instant, his elegant breath filled her senses—cool and untainted, different from the fragrance of the bath. It had a long-lasting, heavy, and antiquated aroma.

He propped his arms on either side of her, his night-black hair brushing against her face like fine brocade, blocking the already dim light.

"What are you doing?" Helian Weiwei didn't expect him to make such a move. She raised an eyebrow, thinking that the conflict between them had already been resolved.

Baili Jia Jue gazed at her, his eyes scanning from her wet hair down to her neck, collarbone, and finally settling on her eyes.

"I said I would provide you with additional services," his deep voice resonated, his intense gaze capable of ensnaring anyone. A slightly heated breath caressed her slender figure, arousing an itch. "Since you paid me silver, I must fulfill my promise. Otherwise, how can I be worthy of your twenty taels?" His voice was clear, but his smirk held a touch of wickedness. Hearing this, Helian Weiwei was taken aback. She swiftly grasped Baili Jia Jue's wrist and gently pushed him away, a smile playing on her lips. "That day was just an accident. I should compensate you with money, but there's no need for any further action on your part. Just maintain an appropriate distance."

Upon hearing the words "maintain a distance," Baili Jia Jue burst into laughter. However, his smile didn't reach his eyes, which glowed with a cold gleam.

Helian Weiwei didn't linger and turned to leave the bamboo house, wary of any potential rumors.

It was fine with her. She simply didn't want to harm others.

After all, reputation was crucial in ancient times. These people had invested considerable effort and resources to enter the academy. They sought fame here and aimed to make connections with the upper class.

Each girl had their own ambitions, hoping to rise in status and avoid offending certain individuals. They were well aware of who was in favor, who was untouchable, and who they had to be courteous to.

Therefore, Helian Weiwei had a feeling that Helian Jiao'er's group of people wouldn't let her off so easily.

The night grew darker outside the window, seemingly transforming into inky darkness.

Baili Jia Jue remained in the bamboo house, his eyes fluctuating between indifference and deep contemplation, as if brewing an icy storm.

He casually rested his free hand on the stone wall, assuming a lazy posture that concealed extreme danger.

When Nangong Lie entered and witnessed the scene, he shook his head in disbelief. "Shhhhhhhh. Is this the first time a woman hasn't succumbed to your charm? It seems our kitten isn't particularly interested in His Highness Baili."

Baili Jia Jue's slender index finger traced over the wrench in his hand as he glanced at Nangong Lie, exuding an air of elegance and aloofness. He remained unapproachable, yet captivating.

Seeing Baili Jia Jue's lack of reaction, Nangong Lie continued with a mischievous smile, "No wonder people say that the eldest daughter of the Helian family is determined to marry into the Murong family. Perhaps it's because she's not attracted to you... Otherwise, she wouldn't..."

Before Nangong Lie could finish his sentence, Baili Jia Jue's eyes sent a chilling glare in his direction!

Those eyes, imbued with a demonic coldness, coldly fixated on him as he approached step by step. It was akin to a venomous snake, forbidding anyone from saying another word.

With a sound of "popping," Baili Jia Jue, youthful and vigorous, slowly walked out of the bamboo house, transforming into a creature of the night.

Nangong Lie remained stunned in place, his eyes fixed on the broken wrench on the ground, his mouth hanging open in silence.

Did... Baili Jia Jue just lose his temper?