There is a happy inn in the capital.

Chapter 466 Hot Spring Drama

"His Majesty has decreed that all distinguished guests are invited to the Amber Palace for a discussion tonight at 5 PM."

A female official smiled.

Li Shuchen asked, "What has the King arranged for us? Delicious food? Beautiful scenery?"

"No, His Majesty said you'll know once you go there."

"Oh, this seems to be a pleasant surprise. Go back and tell the King that we will definitely keep our appointment on time."

At the hour of You (5-7 PM), in the Amber Palace

The group arrived as promised, and upon seeing the well-dressed and spirited maids on either side, they couldn't help but smile.

Please come with me.

An older female official smiled and led the group to the side hall for changing clothes.

Clearly, Zoya had made special arrangements to keep all irrelevant people out.

Various types of bathrobes had already been prepared in the side hall.

It wasn't a uniform format, but rather prepared according to each person's individual characteristics, which shows the care taken.

Liang Yuying wore a dark blue, arrow-sleeved bathrobe embroidered with silver thread patterns. The style was neat, and it was tied at the waist with a leather belt, consistent with her usual military attire, only the material was softer and more skin-friendly.

She took off her outer garment, her long hair tied up high, revealing her slender and elegant neck and well-defined jawline.

His physique, honed through years of martial arts training, possessed no trace of fragility; his muscles were fluid and powerful, like a renowned sword sheathed in its sheath. Even the warmth of the hot spring could not diminish the composure and sharpness honed through countless battles.

She tested the water temperature, nodded slightly, her expression as calm and composed as ever, only the slight upturn of her lips revealing a rare hint of relaxation.

Gu Ziying wore a light purple silk long dress-style bathrobe with flowing sleeves and an exquisite lotus scroll pattern embroidered on the hem, covered by a layer of sheer gauze in the same color.

She loosened her hair, letting her long, black hair cascade down to her waist, making her skin appear even more radiant.

As the legitimate daughter of a high-ranking official, every move she made exuded good manners and composure. Now, having let down her guard, her features became even more gentle and graceful.

Bathed in the steam, her cheeks flushed a delicate pink, like peach blossoms. Gone was the sharp wit she once possessed; instead, she exuded the gentle, serene beauty of a young lady from a traditional Chinese ink painting. Even her movements as she entered the water were graceful and pleasing to the eye.

Princess Changning's bathrobe was the most vibrant, a short style in pomegranate red with gold thread, revealing two sections of her fair and slender calves, her movements graceful and agile.

She braided her long hair into a loose plait and tossed it behind her head, a few stray strands of hair glistening with moisture in her hair, adding to her charm.

She was already radiant, and now, having shed her glamorous attire and jewelry, she appeared even more youthful and vibrant.

Her phoenix eyes shone even brighter in the steam, sparkling with a unique pride and vitality, like a dancing flame infusing the tranquil hot spring with vibrant life.

She eagerly stepped into the pool, letting out a comfortable sigh and splashing water.

Ye Bingli wore a simple, elegant white bathrobe with cloud patterns. The fabric was as light and thin as a cicada's wing, almost transparent, and underneath was a strapless long dress of the same color, creating a hazy, ethereal effect, making her appear as cool and aloof as a fairy.

She slowly loosened her hair tie, and her black hair cascaded down, appearing as if shrouded in a hazy moonlight amidst the rising steam.

Her skin, a cool white that had never seen the sun, took on a faint pink hue under the warm spring water, like the finest mutton fat jade.

Her features were exquisite, and her expression remained indifferent, but the slight relaxation of her brows and the soft exhale revealed her current contentment.

She found a corner by the pond where she could lean against a smooth piece of jade, and quietly submerged herself in the water, like a quietly blooming orchid under the moon, unassuming yet a scene in itself.

Li Shuchen blinked, looking at the last bathrobe left for him.

It was actually a pale yellow one-piece swimsuit embroidered with adorable little ducks?!

There are also headbands in the same color scheme and small crossbody bags made of waterproof material!

This style... it's obvious that Zoya mixed in her own personal preferences and prepared it according to her wicked tastes!

Wow! This is great! I love it!

Li Shuchen's eyes lit up, and he changed into the new clothes without any hesitation.

The pale yellow color made her skin look radiant, and her wet hair was tied into a high ponytail with a hairband, revealing her smooth forehead and bright, expressive eyes.

She was the petite of the group, but her proportions were perfect; she was lively and energetic, like an elf who had wandered into a fairyland.

That cute and quirky swimsuit looked surprisingly harmonious on her, not at all childish, but instead highlighting her free-spirited and whimsical nature.

She jumped into the pool with a splash, sending up a larger spray than Princess Changning, and comfortably squinted her eyes.

"Ah—that's awesome! This is life!"

Finally, Zoya, dressed in a simple white bathrobe, also came in.

She had removed her crown, her long hair flowing freely. Her emerald eyes softened considerably in the steam, losing some of the imposing presence of her courtly demeanor and gaining a freshness and relaxation that belonged to her age.

The bathrobe was elegantly designed, perfectly outlining her slender yet not frail figure—a resilience honed through months of travel and practical experience.

Looking at her companions in the pool, each with their own unique yet equally beautiful postures, a genuine smile of joy spread across her face—a rare, unburdened smile she had shown since she resolved to seize power.

"Wow……"

Li Shuchen emerged from the water, his eyes scanning the crowd like searchlights, and uttered sincere praise.

"Yu Ying is handsome! Zi Ying is beautiful! Chang Ning is gorgeous! Bing Li Xian! Your Majesty... oh no, Zuo Ya, you're beautiful too! Have I fallen into a den of beauties? I'm so happy I'm about to faint!"

Her tone was exaggerated, but her eyes were clear, purely appreciative of beautiful things, without a trace of lewdness, which only brought a smile to one's face.

Princess Changning scooped up a handful of water and splashed it at her.

"You think you're so sweet-talking? Take this!"

Li Shuchen nimbly dodged, then retaliated by splashing an even larger spray of water.

"Haha! Sneak attack failed!"

Suddenly, the battle in the hot spring escalated.

Princess Changning launched the main attack, Li Shuchen dodged and countered, and Liang Yuying, though occasionally caught in the crossfire, calmly returned the favor with a splash.

Gu Ziying laughed and dodged, while Ye Bingli was also drawn into the fray, a rare faint smile appearing on her usually aloof face.

Zoya watched the battle with a smile, occasionally offering a fair critique, only to be indiscriminately splashed with water by Li Shuchen.

"Fine! You're all ganging up on me!"

Li Shuchen was outmatched by five opponents, yelling and screaming, but he was also the one laughing the most.

Water splashed everywhere, and laughter filled the entire hot spring palace, dispelling the bloodshed, conspiracy, and fatigue of the past few days.

At this moment, there was no king, no general, no princess, only a few young women who had shared life and death experiences and secrets, and were now completely relaxed.

After playing and getting tired, everyone found a comfortable spot, leaning against the warm pool wall or smooth stone pillows, enjoying the hot spring water soothing every inch of their tense muscles and nerves.

The air was misty, the lights were soft, and the atmosphere was peaceful and warm.

"Time flies," Gu Ziying sighed softly, her fingertips tracing the warm water. "From crossing the threshold of heaven to now... it feels like a long dream."

"It's not"

Princess Changning swept her wet hair back, revealing her smooth forehead. "Thinking about it now, it's really... amazing that I felt they were somewhat polite even after being robbed by bandits."

Liang Yuying closed her eyes, her voice low and relaxed.

"Although this trip to Bohemia was fraught with danger, the results far exceeded expectations. More importantly, our friendship has grown even stronger."