Miss from the Village, Chapter 425: Youth Everlasting (At Three in the Morning) – Chapter 425 "Sister, I'll handle this myself. You just go wait inside." Lu Yun took the ladle from Liu Yun's hands and began pouring water into the basin with a gentle splash. "But I have to see you do it," Lu Yun said, stopping mid-action, looking slightly frustrated. "Sister, I'm right here, aren't I? And besides, you're already barefoot—how could you possibly be afraid I'll run off with nothing on?" As if trying to completely erase the weight of the earlier conversation from her mind, Liu Yun giggled softly. "I'm not afraid you'll run off. I'm just afraid you'll get hungry and eat up all my kitchen supplies." "Um... Lu Yun glanced around the kitchen. Aside from a few large radishes placed beside the steamer, there was only a small amount of food on the cutting board beside the counter. He scratched his head, chuckling, "Sister, you've really reminded me—I'm actually quite hungry now. I've been busy for nearly an hour, and my stomach is completely empty." "You're saying that? I'm practically worn out by you! Compared to Zhang Ge, you're even more demanding. I still feel the burn from where you bumped me—how can I eat when you're not even letting me? Just starve, will you? When you've had your fill, will you still bother me?" Li Yun said with a playful huff, her eyes fixed firmly on Lu Yun, as if afraid he'd sneak off to eat. What a cow! Working hard without being fed! Lu Yun groaned internally. When Li Yun hadn't mentioned hunger, he hadn't even noticed it. Now that his appetite had been awakened, she wouldn't let him eat—how could this be any more frustrating for a cow? Lu Yun lifted half a basin of water and said, "Sister-in-law, I'll carry it inside. If you're afraid of it being cold, I'll add some hot water later." As soon as she spoke, a strange gurgle sounded from her stomach. Lyu Yun covered her mouth and smiled, "You go in first, I'll follow shortly." Lu Yun nodded, patted her stomach gently, and walked toward the bedroom. Lyu Yun went to a corner of the kitchen, took out a paper package from a cabinet, held it under her nose and inhaled deeply, then smiled before entering the bedroom. At that moment, Lu Yun was holding a towel, drying off her body. Seeing Lyu Yun walk in with the paper package, she didn't hesitate, and smiled, "Sister-in-law, I've already washed up. I'll refresh the water for you shortly." Perhaps hungry, Lu Yun suddenly noticed a rich meat aroma drifting toward her nose. She inhaled deeply and realized the scent came from the paper package in Lyu Yun's hands—her stomach, uncooperative once again, rumbled with a fresh sound. "Hehe, it seems you're truly hungry. I don't want you to think I'm some kind of woman who enjoys tormenting people. This is a little bit of cooked minced meat that Zhang Brother bought for us this morning—have a bite while you're washing up." Liu Yun placed the paper package on the coffee table and then sat down on the sofa, her eyes drifting in wonder at Lu Yun's solid build. "Hehe, I knew you wouldn't let me go hungry. Xixi, once I've had my fill, I'll take my turn to 'till' you a bit—properly repay you, my dear." As soon as she finished speaking, she suddenly noticed Liu Yun's steady, unwavering gaze fixed on her, her face instantly turning slightly pink. Though they had already been pressed closely together just a moment ago, the way Liu Yun was now openly staring at her bare form made her feel a bit overwhelmed—no matter how thick her skin, it was hard to bear. "Um, sister, shall I go to the other room and wash up?" The way she looked at him, her cheeks slightly flushed, seemed to Land Yun as if Li Yun had become a breathtaking beauty utterly lost in her own world—so captivating that he felt a strong urge to step forward, embrace her, and love her fiercely. Gurgle! Her stomach was protesting again. Seeing Li Yun still silent, only gazing at him without moving, Land Yun bravely wiped himself clean, then quickly dressed and brought in a fresh basin of water. "Sister, what are you thinking about? Hurry up and wash yourself—I've already added some hot water." Approaching her, he noticed her sitting there motionless, as though spellbound, and expressed his growing concern. Li Yun came back to herself, smiled gently, "Nothing. You go ahead and eat. There are steamed buns in the kitchen—just take them yourself if you'd like." "I've already had two large buns. Now I'd like to have some meat." Lu Yun chuckled, unceremoniously unwrapped the paper, picked up chopsticks, and began夹ing small pieces of meat into his mouth. "Eat slowly," Li Yun gently tapped his head with her palm, then rose to her feet, slowly removing her nightgown, revealing her flawless, graceful body without a single reservation. She walked steadily to the basin where Lu Yun had placed a towel, dipped it in the water, and gently wiped the luminous, jade-like skin of her body. Lu Yun, who was engrossed in his meal, suddenly found himself staring at this scene—so elegant and serene, like a consorts emerging from the bath—his piece of meat nearly falling to his nose. He had never imagined women bathing could be so relaxed and pleasant! This was far more captivating than the village matrons, who usually splashed about haphazardly in the river. Water droplets cascaded down her skin like dew, causing her poised, slightly proud posture to tremble subtly. Her flat, smooth abdomen revealed only a small, dark expanse, as if the rest of her were hidden beneath an ice mountain. Combined with her graceful, unhurried movements, one could almost believe Li Yun was no ordinary mortal woman. Lu Yun felt quite unheroic, swallowing a lump of saliva and never letting his gaze stray. When they had entered the city, he had once shared a luxurious couple's bath with that graceful young wife—yet now, the feeling he experienced from Liu Yun was entirely different. It was indescribable, yet he couldn’t bear to break the spell with words. “Hurry up and eat,” Liu Yun’s calm voice suddenly echoed in his mind. “Oh,” Lu Yun quickly regained his composure, dipped his head to take a bite of meat, then lifted his eyes again, marveling, “Sister-in-law, you are truly beautiful.” Liu Yun chuckled softly, “In a few years, you won’t think that way anymore. Women’s youth fades quickly. When I grow older and more mature, you’ll no longer find me beautiful.” Lu Yun immediately shook his head, earnestly stating, “Sister-in-law, you will always remain so beautiful and youthful.” Yu Yin gently stroked and wiped her hands over her abdomen, smiling softly. "You always say sweet things to win your sister's favor. But your sister isn't an old immortal, is she? How could she possibly remain eternally youthful?" Lu Yun stared at Yu Yin, savoring the words, and suddenly a rather absurd thought flashed into his mind: The legendary formula passed down for generations by his uncle with the long white beard—how miraculous it was—might it possibly accept apprentices? If so, perhaps he actually held some magical medicine capable of preserving youth! The sound of water flowing came and went, and Lu Yun's thoughts swayed with each crisp splash. ... Rural Beauty 425, Main Text 425: Everlasting Youth (Third Night Update Complete!)