591: Chapter 591 The Maid's Heart Flutter

An unknown amount of time passed before two soft glows of spiritual light rose from around Cui Zhu and Chun Hua. Their Wood and Fire Spiritual Roots were fully activated, taking firm root within their Dantians. The flow of Spiritual Qi became increasingly smooth, and their Cultivation stabilized at the Middle Stage of the Body Refining realm, a step further than before.

"It's done."

Situ Jun slowly withdrew his Spiritual Qi and released their hands, a faint smile in his eyes.

"Cui Zhu has a Wood Spiritual Root, and Chun Hua has a Fire Spiritual Root. Both are upper-middle grade. Your future Cultivation will surely be very fast."

Feeling the clear aura of the Spiritual Roots within their bodies, the two were filled with joy. They looked up at Situ Jun, their eyes shimmering with tears of gratitude.

But after the activation of the Spiritual Roots, the lingering charm of the Cultivation Technique had not yet dissipated. The Dragon and Phoenix Qi intertwined in the room, fueling the emotions in their hearts. The daytime respect completely faded away, leaving only the tender affection between Dao Companions.

Cui Zhu was the first to reach out, gently pulling on Situ Jun's arm, her voice soft and slightly shy:

"Husband, thank you for granting me the immortal path. In this life, I will surely follow by your side, being a good Dao Companion and a good maidservant."

As her voice fell, she leaned in slightly, her features gentle and elegant. The refined aura between her brows was pitiable and endearing.

Chun Hua also leaned over, gently taking his arm, her cheeks flushed crimson, her voice as soft as a mosquito's buzz:

"Husband, thank you."

The candlelight flickered, reflecting the figures of the three leaning against each other. The scent of lilies mixed with the light fragrance from the girls, brewing a room full of tenderness.

Looking at the two gentle and delicate women before him, Situ Jun's heart softened completely. He reached out and gently pulled them into his arms, protecting them with gentle movements full of cherished care.

"Since you are my Dao Companions, Cultivate well from now on. You may use any resources in the manor as you wish."

He lowered his head, his fingertips gently brushing the hair at their temples, his gaze lingering and full of tenderness.

The long night stretched on, and the moonlight filtered through the window lattice, casting a clear glow across the floor.

With them snuggling by his side, their breaths audible to one another, there was no clamor, only gentle intimacy and hearts full of emotion.

Situ Jun spoke softly to them about the methods of Cultivation and shared his experiences on the immortal path. His tone was gentle, every word and sentence soaked in doting affection.

Cui Zhu and Chun Hua leaned in his arms with flushed faces, exhausted yet filled with joy.

From time to time, they asked soft questions about Cultivation matters, and occasionally looked up at him. The admiration and shyness in their eyes were fully captured by Situ Jun.

There was no hurried panic, only a slow-flowing, gentle intimacy. Fingertips touched, eyes met, and every exchange of glances hid an inexhaustible tenderness.

The blending of Spiritual Qi after the Awakening of their Spiritual Roots made their hearts increasingly connected. From mundane maidservants to immortal Dao Companions, this bond grew richer during the long night.

Situ Jun carefully protected the two, his movements gentle and lingering, showing extreme cherish as he soothed their remaining shyness and spoke of their future companionship.

Outside the window, the galaxy rotated; inside the room, warmth and affection flowed.

The candlelight flickered time and again, dyeing the long night even more tenderly.

The three leaned and embraced, their emotions continuous and deeply moving. Unknowingly, the night faded, and a faint white light appeared on the horizon.

It wasn't until the first ray of morning light pierced through the window lattice and fell into the room upon the three of them that the entire room was filled with a warm halo.

Cui Zhu and Chun Hua snuggled in Situ Jun's arms, their features relaxed with the gentleness following a night of intimacy. Their cheeks were tinged with a faint crimson, and the Spiritual Qi around them became increasingly mild.

Situ Jun looked down at the two peaceful women in his arms, his eyes full of tender doting. He gently tightened his arms, holding them even closer.

Cui Zhu and Chun Hua slowly woke up, their eyelashes trembling slightly. As they opened their eyes, the first thing they saw was Situ Jun's gentle features. Their cheeks instantly flushed with shy crimson, and they subconsciously shrank further into his arms.

After a night of gentle embrace and the merging of Spiritual Qi, the spiritual charm around them became richer. The greenness between their brows faded slightly, replaced by the gentleness and composure of a Dao Companion.

Situ Jun looked down, his fingertips gently brushing the stray hairs on Cui Zhu's forehead and then lightly stroking the top of Chun Hua's head. His voice carried the low rasp of someone who had just woken up, yet it was still heavy with warmth:

"Did you not sleep well?"

Chun Hua buried herself in his shoulder and shook her head gently, her voice soft and sweet:

"With Husband here, I slept very soundly."

Cui Zhu also looked up with a light smile, her eyes full of dependence:

"I am very happy to be able to accompany Husband."

While they were whispering, light footsteps came from outside the door, followed by Liu Xuaner's gentle voice sounding softly through the door:

"Husband, Cui Zhu, Chun Hua, are you awake? I have prepared breakfast."

The three of them slowly rose and straightened their clothes.

Looking at the two spiritually elegant and moving women beside him—one in green and one in pink—Situ Jun's eyes held a gentle smile as he reached out and pushed open the door.

Liu Xuaner stood under the corridor, dressed in a light purple cloud-patterned skirt. Her eyes were curved into crescents as she looked at the three refreshed people, her eyes full of relief and joy.

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Since the night the Dao Companion covenant was set, the backyard of the City Lord's Manor remained as quiet as usual over the next few days. However, in Liu Xuaner's courtyard, a gentle and lingering Spiritual Qi swirled daily, hiding a deep affection known to no one else.

Liu Xuaner was naturally perceptive. Knowing that Cui Zhu and Chun Hua had just transitioned from maidservants to Dao Companions, she knew they still felt some restraint. Understanding that the three had just established their relationship and needed private time for intimacy, she intentionally left them more private space.

Usually, she handled the manor's affairs as normal, often finding excuses to send the two to Situ Jun's study or quiet room to serve him, fulfilling their affections.

But although Cui Zhu and Chun Hua had shed their status as maidservants, their innate gentleness and obedience had never changed.

During the day, Cui Zhu and Chun Hua would still accompany Liu Xuaner, tending to the courtyard and organizing clothes. Their words and actions remained gentle and appropriate, but their eyes held a shy, soft light that wasn't there before. The Spiritual Qi around them became increasingly mild, and every frown and smile carried the sweetness of being cherished.

For the first two days, Cui Zhu and Chun Hua still felt some restraint. Every time they stepped into the East Courtyard's study and saw Situ Jun waiting there, their cheeks would flush crimson first. They would lower their eyes, not daring to look directly at him, their fingertips gently clutching each other's sleeves, completely losing their daytime composure.

On the afternoon of the third day, the warm sun filtered through the window lattice, spilling onto the jade tiles of the study, bringing a cozy warmth.

Situ Jun was sitting cross-legged on the couch, eyes closed as he regulated his breathing. Faint golden Spiritual Qi slowly circulated around him, quiet and peaceful.

The door was gently pushed open, and two light figures tiptoed in; it was Cui Zhu and Chun Hua.

Cui Zhu held a cup of warm Spiritual Mist Tea in her hands, while Chun Hua carried a plate of delicate Spiritual Fruit cakes. Their steps were light and slow, fearing they might disturb his meditation. With lowered eyes and faintly flushed cheeks, they walked step by step to the couch.

Perhaps due to a mutual connection of hearts, Situ Jun slowly opened his eyes. The stillness of meditation faded from his dark eyes, replaced by a ripple of a gentle smile. Looking at the two charming figures before him, his voice was warm:

"Why have you come?"

Cui Zhu gently placed the Spiritual Tea on the nearby jade table and looked up at him, her eyes full of softness, her voice clear and gentle:

"Husband, the afternoon sun is warm. I feared you would be thirsty from your meditation, so I specifically brewed some Spiritual Tea to bring over."

Chun Hua also nodded, pushing the Spiritual Fruit cakes toward him, saying in a small voice:

"Sister Cui Zhu and I made these by hand. Please try some, Husband."

Seeing the two of them being so cautious yet having their hearts and eyes full only of him, Situ Jun's heart softened completely. He reached out and gently beckoned them over.