She Said That Kisses and Hugs Are Needed for Redemption [Quick Transmigration] - Chapter 5

As the woman raised her hand, the slender ribbon loosely tied around her neck lifted slightly, causing the crimson bellyband to wrinkle unevenly. The hem, which had just barely covered her slender waist, rode up, exposing her luminous skin to the warm glow of the candlelight.

The soft curves were now fully visible, and Fu Lancen’s eyes widened in shock. “You!”

She hastily turned her head away, not daring to take another glance. Yet the tips of her trembling ears seemed to flush with a bashful pink, the fine fur turning red inch by inch.

Only then did Lu Xi belatedly realize this little fox was actually shy?!

For a moment, she was stunned, then she gained a new understanding of this fox. Previously, she had only ever seen Fu Lancen in her fox form, so even though she knew she was a nine-tailed fox, a divine being capable of taking human form, she had never truly regarded her as well, a person.

But now, seeing the little fox so flustered that her white fur was practically turning pink, Lu Xi finally sensed the very human emotions within her.

Intrigued, she slowly leaned closer to Fu Lancen, who was huddled against the headboard, her entire head nearly buried in the quilt.

The quilt slipped, revealing her face entirely, and Lu Xi unexpectedly found herself staring into the depths of those profound fox eyes.

“You’re dressed like this, and you’re getting so close to me!” The fox’s delicate muzzle opened and closed, her voice unmistakably that of a coquettish young girl. “Do you have no shame at all?!”

The rustling of fabric whispered softly as Lu Xi felt the warmth of Fu Lancen’s body beside her. Without a word, she tugged the quilt and draped it over the fox.

“We’re both women, and I’m not exposing anything improper. Why are you so embarrassed?” Though she said this, she still discreetly pulled the quilt over herself, covering her bare skin.

With most of the exposed skin now hidden, Fu Lancen finally let out a relieved sigh. “In any case, you can’t dress like this. It’s improper.”

“And another thing.” Her beautiful fox eyes scanned the narrow bed, clearly dissatisfied. “There’s only one bed here. You don’t actually expect me to share it with you, do you?”

Her voice was sweet and clear, the end of her sentence trembling slightly, like melting snow atop a mountain, spreading unchecked.

Lu Xi, who had been about to lie down, paused with her hand still on the quilt. Hearing this, she turned her head and gave the little fox a look. “Princess, when traveling, one must make do.”

As the noble nine-tailed fox princess, Fu Lancen had never shared a bed with anyone before. Naturally, she was deeply displeased, but beggars couldn’t be choosers. With a small, reluctant huff, she conceded.

Ever since the divine clan and Qingqiu’s political marriage a month ago, the rare liveliness that had swept across the realms gradually settled. But recently, a curious rumor began spreading quietly.

It was said that Qingqiu was searching for someone. Though the movements were subtle, the search had gone on for so long that every immortal mountain had been scoured, and even the chaotic Demon Realm had been combed through.

As more people caught wind of it, the excitement grew again, with everyone speculating about who this person Qingqiu was searching for could possibly be.

Some particularly nosy individuals even went out of their way to ask Qingqiu’s people directly, but the only answer they received was that the higher-ups had forbidden them from speaking of it.

Thus, the matter became even more mysterious, fueling the desire of many to uncover the truth.

A small town in the mortal realm.

In an ordinary courtyard, raindrops from the eaves formed continuous lines, pattering onto the bluestone slabs below. The splashing water rippled outward in circles, mingling with fallen leaves and releasing the crisp, refreshing scent of rain.

Inside the house, it was quiet. A slender silhouette was cast upon the silk curtains draped over the mahogany bed.

After a long while, Lu Xi withdrew her hand, the faint glow in her palm dissipating as she slowly opened her eyes. “After today’s treatment, the injuries inside you are almost healed. Rest well for a few more days, and you’ll fully recover.”

A little fox nestled on the inner side of the bed let out a soft whimper, its nine fluffy tails flicking slightly. “Thanks.”

Over the past days, due to her depleted essence and damaged spirit, she had been kept by Lu Xi in this small town to recuperate. Initially, she had worried whether the people from Qingqiu would come looking for her again, but Lu Xi assured her that this place was now safe. Those three had already left and wouldn’t return to investigate anytime soon.

Thus, she stayed, and a month passed. The tension between them had eased considerably, no longer as hostile as when they first met.

Extending a paw and seeing that the scars had completely vanished, Fu Lancen felt the surge of energy within her. She inched closer to Lu Xi, the wariness in her eyes fading as she murmured another quiet thanks.

“Once I’ve avenged myself, I’ll repay your kindness.”

A fox tail brushed against Lu Xi’s calf, the soft fur grazing the back of her knee, sending an involuntary shiver of tingling pleasure through her. Lu Xi secretly stroked it, her heart light with delight. “No need. I don’t need any repayment. I was just too idle and needed something to do.”

Once again brushing off the little fox’s gratitude, she prepared to get off the bed and make some medicinal food for her.

Suddenly, her vision blurred, the snowy white tails that had been swaying moments ago vanished in an instant. Lu Xi looked down and saw a woman with a slender waist, long legs, and fair skin lying in the soft bedding.

Taking in the sight, her eyes widened before she hastily covered them with her hands. Yet, the blush creeping across her cheeks was impossible to hide. She took a deep breath, trying to banish the image from her mind, then stammered in flustered embarrassment, “Why aren’t you wearing any clothes?!”

Fu Lancen, who had just transformed into human form, was equally stunned. How had she suddenly shifted from her fox form to a human one?!

Quickly grabbing the nearby blanket to cover herself, she ensured all critical areas were concealed before glaring at the woman still shielding her eyes. Her crimson fox eyes seemed ready to shoot flames.

“You! What did you see?!”

Hearing the rustle of fabric, Lu Xi cautiously parted her fingers slightly, catching a hazy glimpse of the now-covered figure before lowering her hand with a sheepish rub of her nose.

She stole another glance at the blushing girl and nearly couldn’t look away.

The girl’s face was delicate, her skin like fine jade. Her eyes, more enchanting than peach blossoms, held a subtle allure that could melt one’s bones with just a glance. The faint pink at the corners of her upturned eyes added a touch of soft charm, and when her long lashes fluttered, they cast dappled shadows like fluttering butterflies over her limpid, autumn-water gaze.

A single look was enough to stir an irresistible itch in someone’s heart.

It’s often said that foxes are alluring and seductive, but Lu Xi had never seen a fox before, let alone the enchanting and graceful nine-tailed fox of the immortal world, so she had never truly understood the sentiment.

But today, with just one glance at Fu Lancen, her gaze seemed glued to her, unable to look away. The girl was so breathtakingly beautiful, as if sculpted to perfection, a rare masterpiece among thousands so delicate that even a breath might shatter her.

Lu Xi held her breath, staring in a daze for what felt like an eternity.

“Are you still looking?!” Fu Lancen clutched the blanket so tightly her knuckles turned white.

Snapping back to reality, Lu Xi felt as if her entire body was wrapped in flames. She averted her eyes and silently wiped her burning cheeks, inwardly scolding herself for being so shameless, staring at the young girl for so long.

“Sorry, I didn’t mean to look at you just now.”

The half-hearted apology did nothing to quell Fu Lancen’s anger. Never had she imagined that one day, she would be ogled by such a shameless woman.

“If you’re really bothered, then” Lu Xi racked her brain but couldn’t think of a way to make it up to her. Surely, she couldn’t just strip naked and let Fu Lancen look back at her in return?

As the rogue’s eyes threatened to wander back toward her, Fu Lancen gritted her teeth. “Go find me some clothes, if you would.”

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