With that, Pani gently helped Su Yaoyao remove her outer robe, revealing her fair, jade-like back.

His hands felt like soft feathers as they landed on Su Yaoyao’s back and slowly began to massage her.

He worked his way from her neck down her back, his technique both skilled and gentle, applying the perfect amount of pressure to each acupoint.

Su Yaoyao closed her eyes, and as Pani massaged her, her tense body gradually relaxed. A soft sigh escaped her lips. "Mmm... That feels so good."

However, when Pani’s gaze swept over the faint red marks still visible on Su Yaoyao’s body, his hands faltered for a moment.

Those were the marks left from her intimacy with the other Beast Husbands, and a bitter wave of jealousy surged through his heart.

Pani’s fingers unconsciously glided over the marks, his tone tinged with hurt. "Yaoyao, seeing these... it truly makes my heart ache. I wish I could leave more marks on you that belong only to me."

Su Yaoyao opened her eyes slightly and turned her head to look at Pani, her gaze a mixture of apology and love. "Pani, I know how you feel. But you also know that I have deep feelings for all of you, equally."

Pani sighed softly and continued the massage. "I understand. It’s just... I still can’t help but feel jealous when I see them."

Su Yaoyao smiled faintly. "Silly Pani, your place in my heart is irreplaceable."

The corners of Pani’s mouth tilted up, his touch growing even more tender. "Yaoyao, you’ve sacrificed so much for the Empire, and for us. I just hope you can think more about yourself. Don’t wear yourself out."

Su Yaoyao said softly, "I wish I could, but as the Holy Female, this is my responsibility. If the peace treaty with Snake Scale City can’t be negotiated, who knows how many more people will have to suffer."

Pani comforted her as he worked. "Don’t worry too much. The four of us will figure something out together, and Noah might be able to help, too. We’ll definitely find a solution that satisfies both sides."

At the mention of Noah, Su Yaoyao frowned slightly. "Noah... His actions today were a bit impulsive, but he knows more about Snake Scale City than I do, and he’s a friend of Mingye’s. Maybe he really can be of use. It’s just... I’m afraid he’ll clash with Leon and the others again."

Pani’s hands didn’t stop moving as he spoke. "Leon and the others just care about you too much. Seeing how Noah acted toward you, of course they’d get angry. But as long as everyone prioritizes the peace talks, it shouldn’t be a major problem."

Su Yaoyao nodded lightly. "I hope so."

As his hands continued to roam over Su Yaoyao’s body, the delicate sensation of her skin, along with the soft sounds she occasionally made, made it increasingly difficult for Pani to control himself.

His breathing grew ragged, and his body began to react noticeably.

His hands slid slowly down her waistline. He gently gripped her waist and pulled her closer, pressing her back firmly against his body.

Su Yaoyao felt the heat of Pani’s body, and her cheeks flushed slightly.

Pani leaned down, his warm breath fanning against Su Yaoyao’s ear as he whispered, "Yaoyao, you’re just too captivating." As he spoke, he gave her earlobe a light nip, making Su Yaoyao shiver.

Su Yaoyao gasped softly, "Pani..." Her voice held a hint of playful complaint.

Pani kissed his way from Su Yaoyao’s earlobe down to her neck, his kisses soft yet feverish, as if pouring all of his love into them.

Su Yaoyao’s breathing gradually quickened, and her body squirmed slightly, seeming to both welcome his affections and simply savor the loving touch.

Pani’s hands roamed slowly over Su Yaoyao’s body—from her shoulders, to her back, then to her waist, as if setting every inch of her skin on fire.

Su Yaoyao tilted her head back slightly, surrendering herself more completely to Pani.

Pani straightened up slightly. Looking at Su Yaoyao’s flushed cheeks and hazy eyes, he could no longer suppress the love in his heart. He gently turned her over so she was facing up.

Su Yaoyao’s eyes fluttered open. She looked at the affectionate Pani before her, her gaze full of love and anticipation. 𝒇𝒓𝒆𝒆𝙬𝒆𝒃𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝒎

Pani slowly lowered his head and gently covered Su Yaoyao’s lips with his own. The kiss was gentle yet passionate, filled with deep affection and longing.

Su Yaoyao parted her lips slightly, responding to Pani’s kiss. Their tongues intertwined, as if confessing their deep affection for one another.

After a long moment, they slowly parted, both of them breathing a little raggedly.

Pani looked at Su Yaoyao, his eyes full of love. "Yaoyao, I love you."

Breathing lightly, her face flushed with happiness, Su Yaoyao replied, "I love you too, Pani."

Pani fought for control, his voice slightly hoarse. "Yaoyao, do you know? Being this intimate with you... it’s really hard for me to control myself. But I know what you need right now is to relax."

Su Yaoyao blushed slightly and said softly, "Pani, thank you..."

Pani leaned down gently and whispered in Su Yaoyao’s ear, "Yaoyao, no matter what, we will always be by your side to face every difficulty with you."

Su Yaoyao nodded and looked at Pani affectionately. She said softly, "What you all give me is more than just help; it’s solace for my soul. Every time I face a challenge, just thinking of you all fills me with strength."

Pani pressed his lips together, then said slowly, "Yaoyao, to be honest, sometimes I get scared. Scared that I’m not good enough, that I can’t give you enough support... scared of losing you."

Su Yaoyao gently took Pani’s hand in hers. "Pani, don’t think like that. In my heart, every one of you is irreplaceable. I feel the love you all have for me so deeply. We are one whole, and we will face all future challenges together."

Pani felt the warmth of Su Yaoyao’s palm, and a wave of warmth spread through his heart.

He nodded and continued to massage Su Yaoyao, his movements even gentler this time, as if he were handling the most precious treasure in the world.

Gradually, between the scent of lavender and Pani’s gentle massage, Su Yaoyao’s body grew more and more relaxed, and her consciousness began to drift.

She murmured softly, "Pani... I think I’m getting a little sleepy..."

Pani smiled and responded softly, "If you’re sleepy, then sleep. Get a good rest. Tomorrow, we’ll face the matter of Snake Scale City together." He gently covered Su Yaoyao with a blanket, then lay down beside her, gathering her gently into his arms.

In Pani’s warm embrace, Su Yaoyao slowly drifted off to sleep.

In her dream, she saw the Star Shining Empire and Snake Scale City signing a peace treaty. The people were cheering and jumping for joy, a scene of absolute peace and harmony.