There’s Something Wrong With These Demonic Women!

Chapter 70: The Little Fox's Widow Friend

After thinking it over, the little fox clenched her teeth. It's not like he hasn't seen me bathing before…

Led by the inn assistant, Lu Xun and the little fox arrived at the guest room on the second floor. Afterward, they gave the innkeeper three silver coins to prepare two large buckets of hot water. The extra silver coin was a tip, and the grateful innkeeper thanked Lu Xun profusely.

Before leaving, the innkeeper winked and gestured at Lu Xun, seeming to be hinting at something.

After closing the door of the guest room, Lu Xun saw the little fox lifting a teacup, about to take a sip of water. He hurriedly stopped her, "Hold on… you're drinking water like this?"

"Huh?"

"I don't understand. How else should I drink water if not like this?" The little fox looked at him in confusion, frowning.

Lu Xun was utterly exasperated. He walked straight to her and took the teacup from her hand, saying gravely, "You often sneak down the mountain, and yet you lack even this basic knowledge? Aren't you afraid this teapot might be poisoned?"

"Poisoned?"

"I have no connection to this inn. Why would they poison me?" The little fox looked at him naively, her face even more puzzled.

"Never let down your guard, especially when you're away from home. You need to be cautious of everything around you." Lu Xun took out a silver needle from his clothes, probed the water a few times, and found nothing unusual. Then he handed the teacup back to her, saying earnestly, "You can drink it now."

"…"

"Unnecessary precautions." The little fox rolled her eyes and took the teacup, sipping a few mouthfuls.

"In the human world, there are many deceitful people and it's hard to distinguish between friend and foe. When you're outside, the most dangerous thing is being too trusting of others." Lu Xun sat across from the little fox and said casually, "When you sneak down the mountain alone in the future, you must be cautious at every step, stay alert, and especially avoid revealing your wealth."

"I know!"

"You're being so long-winded… you're even more annoying than my Master." Faced with Lu Xun's advice, the little fox pouted her thin lips and grumbled in a huff.

Lu Xun chuckled, somewhat annoyed, "You heartless little fox. I care about you out of consideration for Xuan Yin, but it seems my efforts are in vain. Fine… from now on, let's sever our ties. You go your way in the sunlight, and I'll go my way on a single plank bridge."

"Hmph!"

"I don't have any connection with you at all…" The little fox knew she was in the wrong, but she refused to admit it. She stubbornly retorted, "Don't bother me in the future… I can't stand the sight of you."

Lu Xun knew the little fox was just venting, so he didn't pay her much attention. He poured himself a cup of clear tea, finished it in one gulp, and then set down the cup. He whispered, "Who's going to bathe first later?"

"I'll go first!"

"No, no, no… you go first. No, no… I'll go first!" The little fox clenched her lips, urgently saying, "Wait a moment… you go first."

"Decision made?"

"Yes, you go first."

Lu Xun didn't really care, after all, he wasn't interested in the little fox's body. If it were either of the two demon women… it wouldn't be a matter of who goes first, but whether they could bathe together.

"Hey!"

"When I'm bathing… you… you better not sneak a peek. Stay in the bedroom obediently. If you dare to come out, I'll… I'll tell Sister Xuan Yin. Not only will I tell Sister Xuan Yin, but I'll also tell Master. I'll say you have improper intentions towards me. By then, you'll be torn into a thousand pieces!" The little fox sternly warned him, "I'm not kidding."

Lu Xun was somewhat amused and helpless, "Rest assured… I won't come to watch."

As his words fell, Lu Xun asked softly, "With your experience in the world, if you keep sneaking down the mountain every time, you must have some companions outside, right?"

"I…"

Caught in the truth, Xuan Shi was momentarily speechless. She stammered, "You can't just make things up… how could I possibly have companions? I always come and go by myself."

"Alright, alright."

"Since Xuan Yin and Immortal Miao Feng aren't here, just be honest. Don't worry… I won't tell them." Lu Xun smiled and casually asked, "Do you know anything about the other party?"

"This…"

The little fox hesitated, lowered her head, and mumbled, "Have you heard of Lady Crescent Moon?"

"Lady Crescent Moon?"

Lu Xun furrowed his brow tightly and muttered softly. Suddenly, he recalled something and said, "The widow of Crescent Moon King, who defended the Zhao imperial family twenty years ago and died in the palace during the chaos?"

"Yes…"

"The great beauty from over twenty years ago, who was betrothed to Moon Crescent King at the time. The wedding was initially planned for early spring, but the chaos erupted in the capital the following month, turning her into a widow before the marriage even took place. She's been in mourning since then." The little fox pursed her lips and whispered, "I… I have a close relationship with her. She…"

"She knows my identity and my relationship with Immortal Miao Feng, but… she has never held a grudge against me."

"Why are you bringing your Master into this again?" Lu Xun asked in confusion.

"Because…"

"Because twenty years ago, it was my Master who incited the chaos in the capital." The little fox replied, "My Master secretly colluded with the Emperor's eldest sister, planning to overthrow the then court. The princess aimed for the throne, while my Master aimed for the Heavenly Dao Diagram. But then… just as they were about to succeed, Su Jingyi appeared out of nowhere."

"Oh…"

"I see!"

Lu Xun nodded. He wasn't particularly concerned about the chaos in the capital twenty years ago. Instead, he became more intrigued by Lady Crescent Moon. He casually asked, "Lady Crescent Moon… should be over forty now, right?"

"More or less."

"But she's still beautiful, well… not much different from my Master. However, her temperament is much better than my Master's. She always takes me out to eat, drink, and have fun." The little fox sighed to herself, "She's a pitiable person, forced into marriage and then into widowhood. I can feel her loneliness and emptiness inside."

"Ah…"

"I am a guest of melancholy in the mortal realm, shedding tears for what concerns you, reminiscing about my past through heart-wrenching songs." Lu Xun sighed and said in a contemplative tone.

Just then, a series of knocks echoed.

"Guest."

"The hot water is ready. Should we bring it in?" The inn's attendant shouted.

"Bring it in."

As several inn staff brought in a large bucket of hot water, Lu Xun didn't hesitate to give them a tip as well.

The little fox entered the bedroom and drew the curtain. After a while, a soft splash was heard… presumably that annoying man had already stripped and jumped into the tub.

"Oh…"

"This feels so comfortable!" Lu Xun floated in the warm water, his face filled with contentment.

"Hurry up with your bath…" The tender voice of the little fox came from behind the curtain, mixed with a hint of resentment.

Lu Xun ignored her and enjoyed his bath, relaxing with his eyes closed.

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In a courtyard halfway up the mountain.

The little demoness lay on her delicate bed, tossing and turning without falling asleep. Not only was she missing him, but her body was also afflicted by an indescribable heat, as if her whole body was being roasted by flames.

Oh no… I can't hold on much longer… the inner Yin is erupting!

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