Daylight was breaking. Warm, yellow sunlight filtered through the paper-paned window, growing softer. A few unknown insects flitted through the beams of light, their occasional buzzing waking the embracing couple.
Xiao Qiaoniang lay on Bai Yuan's chest, her eyes heavy with sleep, as if just stirring from a sweet, vernal dream.
Bai Yuan contentedly pulled Xiao Qiaoniang closer, gently caressing the beauty in his arms. The warm breath on his chest was a pleasant, ticklish sensation.
"Uncle, you're so naughty..."
Xiao Qiaoniang murmured softly, a playful protest like a kitten having its belly rubbed.
"Still calling me 'Uncle'?"
"Brother Yuan~"
That one "Brother Yuan" from Xiao Qiaoniang was music to Bai Yuan's ears.
"Wife, martial arts training can't be rushed. Let me help you check for any hidden injuries."
Perhaps it was the effect of last night's medicinal bath, but despite a night of passion, neither of them felt the slightest bit of fatigue.
