Chapter 192: Auntie's Back Is Perfect for Scraping Therapy, the Former Saintess Stirred by Desire (4)
"Auntie, what is it? Do you need something else?"
Su Qing paused, puzzled.
"Qing'er, after massaging me, you must be tired, right?"
Gu Hanyan's voice was soft and kind.
"It's nothing, just some physical effort. I'll be fine after resting a bit."
Su Qing smiled as he replied.
He wasn't actually tired, of course, but he couldn't act too relaxed.
Acting like this helped build more affection.
"Then... why don't you come soak in the bath too? It'll help you recover."
Gu Hanyan offered the invitation directly.
"Huh? Isn't... isn't that kind of inappropriate?"
Su Qing was stunned.
This wasn't in the plan. Sharing a bath clearly implied a very close relationship!
"What's inappropriate about it? After working so hard, can't I let you relax too?"
"We're aunt and nephew, no need to be so uptight. Come on in."
Gu Hanyan said firmly.
That was her personality—once she made a decision, she didn't hesitate.
And this offer came from a desire to make things up to Su Qing.
Parents and elders bathing with children was totally normal.
But her poor nephew had likely never experienced it, and probably never would again.
As his aunt, she should give him that chance to make his life a little more complete.
"Alright then, I'll go change clothes."
Su Qing pretended to think it over, then agreed.
He turned to the changing area, a smile slowly spreading on his face.
What a pleasant surprise!
This would build way more favorability than any massage.
While he stepped away, Gu Hanyan moved to a deeper spot, fully submerging herself.
The medicinal bath wasn't like clear water—it could conceal her body well.
Otherwise, she wouldn't have made such a bold suggestion.
Su Qing returned wearing only a pair of bath shorts.
Despite the fog, Gu Hanyan, with her excellent eyesight, caught sight of his figure.
She instinctively looked away, feeling her cheeks flush.
Though the boy didn't look particularly muscular, his bare form was lean and perfectly balanced.
Visually pleasing in every way.
Honestly, she'd never seen such a handsome young man before.
If one had to talk ideal partner standards, Su Qing would check almost every box just based on looks.
Sure, a few outliers might disagree, but that was just a difference in taste.
Su Qing didn't notice any of this and cautiously stepped into the water.
He perfectly played the role of an innocent boy with no sense of boundaries, slowly approaching her.
Soon enough, the two were face to face in the bath.
What he saw was that stunning, faintly flushed face.
In terms of beauty, the golden-haired big sister couldn't outshine the Empress.
But she had one thing Her Majesty didn't—that shimmering golden hair.
Even wet, its exotic charm didn't fade in the slightest.
If the Empress wanted to compare, she'd have to start by dyeing her hair.
Su Qing felt a tinge of regret.
The bathwater was too murky, and the fog blocked too much.
Next time, they needed a crystal-clear bath, no more of this medicinal stuff.
Gu Hanyan, watching the silent boy, chuckled to herself.
Was he embarrassed because he'd never done this before?
As his aunt, she couldn't let things get awkward.
With that in mind, she naturally stepped forward and took his hand.
"Auntie, you..."
Su Qing seemed shy, lowering his head.
His eyes glimmered slightly, clearly amazed.
Standing still, nothing was visible.
But with movement, the ripples revealed subtle shapes beneath the surface.
That lush beauty—he'd already felt it earlier pressed against him.
But seeing it with his own eyes now still sent a thrill through him.
"Qing'er, when you're with family, just relax. No need to be so tense."
"Are you only shy because we haven't known each other long?"
Gu Hanyan winked at him and smiled.
As the elder, she had to teach this sweet, innocent boy how to properly interact with family.
As she spoke, she stepped even closer, her smile turning more affectionate.
"N-No! I'm not shy around Auntie at all."
Su Qing, like a flustered teen eager to prove himself, also leaned in.
In this mutual advance, the distance between them closed until they were pressed together.
One of his hands, unsure where to rest, ended up touching her supple waist.
Their bodies touched lightly beneath the water, and the golden-haired beauty didn't seem to mind.
After all, he was just a bashful kid who acted a bit too mature.
There was no reason to overthink it.
Looking at the shy boy, Gu Hanyan radiated maternal warmth.
Any lingering barrier in her heart melted away as she fully embraced her role.
"Your body's a bit weak. Let me give you a boost—you need more power to protect yourself."
Gu Hanyan assessed Su Qing's condition with genuine concern.
The medicinal bath wasn't fully absorbed yet.
Using it to strengthen her nephew was no problem at all.
"Auntie, what should I do?"
Su Qing asked, a little puzzled.
"Just focus on absorbing it. Leave the rest to me."
As soon as she spoke, she got to work.
Using the highest demonic sect scripture, she converted the excess medicinal energy and gently infused it into Su Qing's body.
Under her control, the gentle energy quietly cleansed and refined the boy from the inside.
This was the legendary Heavenly Demon Purification—a sacred rite once reserved only for the sect's Holy Sons!
It did consume some of her strength, but not much, and that was expected.
With a bath made from the most precious herbs and spiritual materials, the effect was doubled with half the effort.
After all... the demonic sect could never match the financial power of the royal family!