Investing in the Reborn Empress, She Actually Calls Me ‘Husband’ Chapter 715: How Dare He

It is common knowledge that although the Ice Block is as soft and fragrant as fine jade, her skin is typically chilly to the touch.

However, today she is burning with a fever.

Her graceful and captivating form, weakened by illness and radiating heat, is pressed firmly against him. Even with their layers of clothing, her high temperature is unmistakable.

The Cold Fairy’s body is already scorching, yet she still lacks the courage to meet Little Li’s eyes. She feels that being the target of such an intense stare from him will only cause her temperature to rise further.

Why is it that she suddenly finds herself unable to look him in the eye?

What has changed? Could it simply be due to her sickness?

"Li Mo, you are a naughty little brother," Ying Bing whispered, her eyes narrowing as she lifted her head. Despite her weak state, she remained unwilling to surrender her dignity.

"Not in the least. I am merely concerned for you. We cannot allow a blister to remain in your mouth."

Little Li maintained a solemn expression, showing a bold and fearless front.

He acted as if he wasn't the very person taking advantage of the Ice Block’s vulnerability, having dared to peel back the blankets and climb into her bed, all while still plotting to 'eat ice'.

The Cold Fairy opened her red lips, appearing as though she wished to argue further, but the audacious youth gave her no such opportunity.

"Mmph... mmph..."

Lowering his head, Li Mo began to taste the firmest part of the Ice Block’s body.

Some things possess a vast contrast between their shell and their core. While they may appear hard, they taste sweet and aromatic, causing one’s mouth to water.

Nevertheless, Doctor Li remained focused on his primary objective—locating the blister that had developed on her small mouth.

As everyone understands.

Blisters are frequently found on the tongue.

After all, having had her mouth 'eaten' on numerous occasions and having glimpsed those 'study materials' hidden within Little Li’s mind, how could the Ice Block—even while ill—be so easily dominated? She was, after all, once an Empress and a Palace Master.

Before long, she shifted from a defensive posture to an offensive one, attacking with such vigor it seemed she intended to reclaim all her lost territory.

.....

"I always see Brother Li consuming these. What exactly are they?"

In the rear courtyard, Murong Xiao reached out and curiously grabbed an ice pop.

"Little Mo is fond of these, so Little Bing’er prepared a batch. The one you are holding is strawberry flavored," Shang Qinqing explained before humming softly. "Just as I suspected."

"Clan Leader Shang, is this the first time you are trying one as well?"

"Indeed. I have a suspicion that this is the 'most delicious thing' Li Mo frequently mentions, so I sneaked over to grab a few."

Qin Yuzhi wore a look of smug triumph.

"The flavor is truly magnificent; it is exceptionally sweet."

Murong Xiao took a bite, his eyes widening with delight as he nodded in agreement.

Between bites, he inquired, "Is it because Ice Senior Sister crafts these ice pops specifically for Brother Li that you had to take them in secret?"

"Not quite," Shang Qinqing and Qin Yuzhi replied, shaking their heads simultaneously.

"Eh? Then why?" Murong Xiao was baffled.

"The flavor is enhanced when it is stolen," Shang Qinqing said, her lips curling into a faint smile.

"In my opinion, Little Li is still somewhat naive. No matter how tasty an ice pop is, it cannot compare to the 'sugar' one can indulge in..."

Fortunately, she was unaware that at this very moment, Little Li was secretly enjoying something far more delectable, or the heavens might have come crashing down.

I wonder if Little Bing’er's condition has improved at all...

"Tsk tsk.... tsk.... smack smack...."

"Hey, little monk, where did you learn to eat an ice pop in that manner?"

"This is how Brother Li eats them."

.........

It is unlikely that Murong Xiao will surpass his master anytime soon. Firstly, he lacks a partner, and... considering his current master’s influence, he might never find one in the future.

This method of eating involves much more than just the mouth.

As everyone knows.

It is perfectly normal for a verbal sparring match to escalate into a physical struggle.

For example, Little Li was never one to rely solely on words. When conversation fails to settle a matter, he resorts to using his hands.

He may be a gentleman, but his hands certainly are not.

Ying Bing’s body tensed slightly. Initially, only her arms and legs were tucked in, but now her entire form was huddled deep within Li Mo’s embrace. Her once defiant eyes became completely clouded with confusion.

"Your hand... it seems to have a mind of its own once more..."

"Hmm?"

Li Mo only just became aware of it, but as his mind cleared slightly, he made a discovery...

"Ice Block, it appears it isn't just my hand that has its own ideas; yours..."

"It does not."

Ying Bing pressed her lips together firmly. If she claimed her interest in the 'Dharma Manifestation' was purely innocent, Li Mo would hardly believe her.

Who would fall for such a story? Not even a child.

"....."

She was unable to voice her thoughts and truly lacked the nerve to enter another verbal battle with him. Summoning her remaining strength, she rolled over, presenting only her back to Li Mo.

Though her mouth remained silent, the frantic pounding of her heart gave her away.

"Stop staring at me."

"You wouldn't be aware that I was staring if you weren't looking at me yourself."

"....."

Li Mo gazed at the pink tip of her ear, catching her trying to peek at him from the corner of her eye. When she realized she had been caught, she quickly looked away, pretending as if nothing had happened.

In the past, Little Li might have assumed he had saved the world in a previous life and was destined to continue doing so in this one.

But this time, his perspective shifted.

This Empress Fairy, whom he had originally intended to exploit for benefits through his system, had unknowingly become a part of his soul, rather than just another Cultivation investment.

"Is the blister in your mouth still painful? I located it earlier on the left side of your tongue."

"A little..."

"We shall find a needle to prick it later, and then it will be fine."

Ying Bing learned for the first time that a simple sewing needle possessed so many functions—it could apparently treat both a fever and a mouth blister.

Nestled in Li Mo’s arms, she gradually stopped feeling the chill of her illness.

She attempted to shift her limbs slightly; her strength had also—

"Ice Block, stop moving around."

"What is the matter?"

"This is not the proper way to grind an iron pestle into a needle," Li Mo replied, his voice sounding thick and hoarse.

"?"

Ying Bing held her breath.

She realized that by turning around, they were now embracing even more snugly, and it seemed the power of the Dharma Manifestation had only intensified.

As everyone knows.

Little Li’s Dharma Manifestation was the technique she was least equipped to handle, and she actually found it somewhat terrifying. After all, besides this particular move, nothing else could cause her to lose consciousness for two hours straight.

Her own sickness was fading, so why did Chui Bao seem to be getting worse?

At that precise moment, the system’s chime rang out again.

[Notification: Three days remaining until the next reward.]

[Reward Content: Assist Li Mo in curing Chui Bao’s ailment.]

[The system has arrived to check the host’s progress in studying the treatment... Oh, you are currently in the middle of the procedure? Very well, I shall depart. I will not intrude.]

The irritating system vanished as quickly as it had appeared.

This time, it didn't even bother to provide the 'study materials'.

But they weren't necessary. Ying Bing’s sharp mind had already committed them all to memory, though each one made her skin crawl with a tingling sensation, and she couldn't bring herself to actually utilize them.

"The medicinal soup has arrived~"

Gu Xueqin entered the room carrying the broth, but she stopped dead in her tracks upon witnessing the scene.

"Oh, it seems I have wandered into the wrong room, how odd..."

The Mother quietly backed out of the chamber, gently pulling the door shut behind her.

"??"