Chapter 696: 694

The gemstone jade that Shangguan Xuanyi had gifted did not resemble jade, nor crystal, and nor was it glass. Xiao'er touched the gemstone through her clothing and was enamored with it.

It was heaven-sent in the summer.

Shangguan Xuanyi, looking at Xiao'er's lips, flushed crimson from his kiss, could not resist and gave her another peck. "This is the 'Ice Soul,' formed only from ice that has been cold for a thousand years. Even if you were to wear padded clothing in summer, this 'Ice Soul' will keep you from feeling the heat," he explained.

Shangguan Xuanyi didn't mention that after losing his heart to her, upon hearing her complain once that someone should create sleeveless clothes for summer, as wearing full-length garments was like asking for sunstroke, he became aware of her heat intolerance. Consequently, he arranged for his men to find this legendary 'Ice Soul' in extreme cold areas. This search consumed a lot of manpower and resources, taking seven whole years to find!