Chapter 450

Scarlett quickly prepared the therapeutic soak and acupuncture needles. She didn't dare let her mind wander as she focused intently on the task at hand. In her mind, she reviewed the key acupuncture points, the precautions she needed to give Xavier afterward, and the dietary adjustments he would need to follow after the acupuncture. Once everything was ready, Xavier went in first. Ten minutes later, Scarlett followed with the acupuncture kit in hand. As soon as she pushed the door open, a cloud of white steam drifted up from the floor. The entire room was warm, damp, and filled with the soothing herbal scent of the therapeutic soak. Through the thick mist, a familiar figure sat in the bath with his back to her. Only when he heard her footsteps did he slowly turn around. With only a white towel wrapped around his waist, Xavier's well-defined upper body and eight-pack abs were on display. Glistening droplets of water trailed down his skin. The sight alone was enough to send Scarle