Rebirth on the wedding night, being doted on by the scumbag elder brother

"I have inquired about this. There is indeed such a hot spring, which is only used by the royal family and nobles. It is said that after Concubine Luo soaked in this hot spring, her skin became as smooth and delicate as a girl's, and she maintained her youthful beauty until she was fifty years old."

"Really?" Rong Wanling became interested, and then she thought of something else. Her eyes flashed with a cunning light, "Go keep an eye on Ye Yunzi's tent."

……

As night fell, the banquet ended and the guests returned to their tents to rest.

As the excitement gradually faded away, the surroundings became silent, with only the cold wind blowing gently.

Ye Yunzi tossed and turned and couldn't sleep, so she took her maid Yu Shu out of the tent, intending to walk around and get some fresh air.

Before they knew it, they arrived at the place where they met the masked woman during the day.

The woman's eyes had been lingering in Ye Yunzi's mind, as if they were extremely similar to someone.

Who is it? Ye Yunzi frowned slightly, and an inexplicable uneasiness surged in her heart.

Seeing that the young lady was worried, Yu Shu stepped forward to comfort her: "Young lady, I heard that there is a hot spring nearby. It is said that soaking in it can make your skin rejuvenated. Concubine Luo also enjoyed the benefits of this hot spring."

Ye Yunzi remembered that the Thirteenth Princess had mentioned this place. She had not originally planned to go there, but at this moment, her hands and feet were cold from the cold wind, and the thought of being able to soak in the warm spring water suddenly made her heart beat fast.

"Then let's go and take a look." Ye Yunzi suggested.

When they arrived at the hot spring, Yu Shu said, "I'll wait for you outside."

"No need, you go back first. It's cold at night, be careful not to catch a cold." Ye Yunzi waved her hand.

Considering that hot springs are only for the enjoyment of distinguished people and servants have no right to enter, it is inappropriate to let Yu Shu wait outside.

Although she was a little worried, Yu Shu agreed: "Okay."

Ye Yunzi walked into the hot spring area alone, which was divided into two parts: men's bathing and women's bathing.

Ye Yunzi glanced at the sign that said "Women's Hot Spring", gently pushed open the door, and walked in. The hot spring pool was spacious and luxurious, with rockery and rocks scattered in an orderly manner. Hot water flowed in slowly, and the whole space was filled with mist, like a dreamland.

A warm atmosphere instantly surrounded her, gradually relaxing her originally tense mood.

She took off her outer clothes, leaving only her light inner garment, and carefully walked along the cobblestone path, dipping her legs into the hot spring water.

It was late at night and everything was quiet with no sign of other people.

After adapting to the water temperature, Ye Yunzi slowly walked into the water, letting her body completely immerse in the warmth.

After a moment, she surfaced and took a deep breath.

Just then, ripples suddenly appeared on the water and a figure flashed by.

Ye Yunzi's heart tightened, and she asked vigilantly, "Who's there?"

The surroundings were still quiet, but the blurry figure just now was obviously not her illusion.

Ye Yunzi frowned and wrapped herself tightly in her wet gauze clothes, secretly regretting not bringing her coat in.

"Who is it?" She whispered, moving slowly towards the rockery. Suddenly, the water began to ripple again, further increasing her uneasiness. Just as she was about to find out what was going on, a slender figure emerged from behind the rockery.

"Ms. Ye, it's me." The voice was low but clearly audible. It was Wang Jinyin.

When she saw the other person, Ye Yunzi was surprised at first and then relieved.

The two were still at loggerheads during the day, but they didn't expect to meet here by chance.

"Ms. Wang, what a surprise." Ye Yunzi said. Although her tone was much more relaxed, there was still a hint of awkwardness in the air.

They turned their backs to each other in silence for a while, until Wang Jinyin said gently: "I'm leaving first, you enjoy it slowly."

"Ok."

Just as Wang Jinyin was about to leave, she heard men's laughter and conversation outside, apparently from the men's hot spring area next door.

The sudden sound made Wang Jinyin pause, and she quickened her pace and left the place.

When Wang Jinyin found that there was nothing on the clothes hanger, she was stunned.

"how come……"

Her clothes were gone. She looked around, but still couldn't find them. Frowning, she turned to find Ye Yunzi to ask for clarification.

"What did you say? The clothes are gone?" Ye Yunzi stood up suddenly and walked quickly to the clothes rack. Indeed, there was not a single piece left.

"This is too much of a joke." Wang Jinyin's face turned ugly, and she was obviously very angry.

But Ye Yunzi's eyes turned cold. This was not a prank, but a deliberate frame-up!

Wang Jinyin was so angry that her shoulders were shaking. The thin clothes stuck to her body, making it impossible for her to go out. "It's totally unreasonable..."

Just as she was about to call for help, Ye Yunzi quickly stepped forward, covered her mouth with her hands, and looked serious.

"Hmm!" Wang Jinyin struggled, staring at her with wide eyes, "Hmm..."

"Shh!" Ye Yunzi warned in a low voice, signaling for silence.

She felt that something was fishy and that there might be a more sinister purpose behind stealing the clothes.

Outside, there were the sounds of approaching footsteps and men's laughter.

"You come to the hot springs so late and bring some wine with you. You really know how to enjoy yourself!"

"It would be even better if there were a few more beauties, hahahahaha..."

"Hurry in!"

Ye Yunzi suddenly remembered something, her face turned pale, and she hurriedly pulled Wang Jinyin back to the hot spring. Her eyes were deeper and colder than the night.

Wang Jinyin was pulled and staggered, falling into the water, "Ahem, what are you doing?"

Ye Yunzi approached and whispered in her ear: "The male and female guest signs have been replaced."

"W-What do you mean? How could this happen?!"

"They will be here soon." Ye Yunzi clenched her fists until her knuckles turned white.

If discovered, the consequences would be disastrous.

Looking around, she looked anxious, her breathing was rapid, and her body was shaking uncontrollably.

Finally, she saw the dark woods behind the hot spring, perhaps that was their only way out.

"How could this happen... I would rather die than let anyone see me like this!" Wang Jinyin's face was pale and her voice was filled with despair.

Ye Yunzi held her hand tightly and said firmly: "We must leave here."

"But where to go?" Wang Jinyin was already at a loss, shaking all over. Even though she was in warm spring water, she felt like she was falling into an icy cave.

"Let's escape first!" Ye Yunzi replied.

Ye Yunzi's eyes were determined. She would never stay here and surrender.

The two came out of the hot spring, soaking wet, and stepped into the muddy path in the back mountain.

Ahead was a dark forest filled with trees and weeds.

"Wait, if someone sees us like this..." Wang Jinyin looked down at the thin clothes that were clinging to her body, her face full of shyness and anger.

"Are you going to let people see you here?" Ye Yunzi asked back with a frown in a stern tone, and walked into the depths of the dense forest without hesitation.

Wang Jinyin gritted her teeth and hurried to catch up, but accidentally stepped on a hard branch and screamed in pain.

"I think I heard a woman's voice!"