Even after listening to the scriptures a hundred times, I still cannot escape the torment of unrequited love.

Even after listening to the scriptures a hundred times, one will still be scorched by the fire.

Even after listening to the scriptures a hundred times, I still couldn't control myself and slid into the abyss of hell...

Yan Zhuoxu closed his eyes and replied indifferently:

"nature."

The precept against lying has been broken.

He lied.

...

Yan Zhuoxu prepared the medicinal herbs for Shen Zhiyi, and that night they took their first medicinal bath.

He gave instructions to Shen Bi.

"Although these herbs are mild in nature, when combined, they have a spicy taste. Soaking them for half an hour will give you a burning sensation."

"Sweating and shortness of breath are normal phenomena at that time, so there is no need to panic."

Shen Bi nodded, "This servant has remembered everything and will add hot water for Miss three times as the master said."

Yan Zhuoxu looked at Shen Zhiyi behind the screen and remained silent for a moment.

"I am right outside. If you feel unwell, please call me immediately."

"Okay, thank you, Master." Shen Zhiyi's gentle voice came from behind the screen.

Yan Zhuoxu turned around, his back to her, and sat cross-legged.

This is her first time trying a medicinal bath, and many things could happen, so he had to stay outside the screen and keep an eye on her every move.

He closed his eyes, twirled his prayer beads, and silently recited scriptures.

In the quiet of the night.

All sounds became exceptionally clear.

He heard the sound of her unfastening her jewelry and clothes, and the sound of her softly moving and stepping into the bathtub.

Water splashed up.

It also left an indescribable, damp mark on his heart.

The movement of turning the prayer beads quickened.

He heard Chen Bi add water twice, and the air gradually became scorching hot.

Then, the melon ladle fell to the ground.

Chen Bi cried out in alarm and rushed out from behind the screen, "Master, something terrible has happened! Miss has fainted!"

Yan Zhuoxu suddenly opened his eyes.