Fairy, I am truly a virtuous gentleman!

"I will be staying at the Observatory for the foreseeable future. If you do not have a suitable attendant, you can choose two Divine Palace Masters from my Ministry of War."

Xuan Gu casually uttered these words, then transformed into a ray of light and vanished into the distance.

Back at his residence, Ning Yuan recalled the other person's face—a face that tried to soften but remained incredibly stiff—and couldn't help but chuckle.

Xuan Gu is a typical person who is cold on the outside but warm on the inside. Although he often shows no mercy, it is all for Ning Yuan's good, hoping that he can make positive changes.

Moreover, many years later, when the Great Li collapsed and Ning Muxian disappeared without a trace, there were still some people who firmly believed that he would return.

They commanded the remnants of their forces, secretly gathering strength, and showed no fear even when facing the Holy Land's siege, demonstrating their utmost loyalty.

Xuan Gu was one of the leaders of this group.

Therefore, Ning Yuan, who has long since seen through the illusions, has always treated Xuan Gu with courtesy.

Squeak.

The sound of the door being pushed open rang out.

Ning Yuan, who was sitting on the windowsill and tatami steps admiring the moon, turned around and saw Qiao Shuang walking gracefully towards him.

The night was hazy, and the moonlight was bright, like a thin silver veil draped over the woman's body.

She stepped out of the shadows, exposing her entire body to the boy.

Narrow waist and wide hips, slender figure.

She wore a pure white long dress with a purple belt around her waist. The loose silk fabric barely covered her perfectly shaped upside-down jade bowl. Through the gap in her chest, one could vaguely see a triangular koi-shaped undergarment that was stretched taut.

Following the alluring slender waist downwards, one discovers that the long dress has been altered, with a slit reaching the upper thigh, revealing snow-white skin that gleams with a crystalline luster. White silk stockings that go hand in hand outline her long, straight curves, revealing glimpses of flesh beneath.

A pair of delicate, pink feet stood barefoot on the ground, each toe plump and perfectly curved.

Ning Yuan wondered if it was just his imagination, but he felt that Qiao Shuang's figure was becoming more and more plump and curvy.

"Young master..."

Qiao Shuang called softly, then rushed forward and threw herself into Ning Yuan's arms.

In an instant, a rich and delicate fragrance filled the air, and the texture was soft to the touch.

"uh-huh."

Ning Yuan embraced the beautiful woman, who had a charming expression but was heavily pregnant, and casually responded with a sound from his nose.

Qiao Shuang lay on Ning Yuan's chest, her black hair scattered across the wooden platform, gazing at his profile with fascination.

The young man had jet-black hair and a handsome face, captivating starry eyes, sword-like eyebrows that reached his temples, and a faint smile at the corners of his mouth, like a gentle breeze sweeping across a mountain, exuding an extraordinary air.

Qiao Shuang pursed her red lips and suddenly asked, "Young Master, why did you suddenly decide to go to Chi Yuan? You are only at the Qi Refining stage now. Even if you are planning to obtain a high-grade Golden Core, isn't it a bit too early?"

"Opportunities and risks often go hand in hand. If I don't fight for them, am I just going to let them fall into the hands of others?"

Ning Yuan replied, his expression calm, but his eyes were somewhat unfocused, as if he were speaking to Qiao Shuang, or perhaps to himself.

Qiao Shuang sensed that Ning Yuan was implying something, as if he had other plans for the trip to Chi Yuan, and it wasn't just about obtaining the Golden Core treasure of the Ji royal family.

Ever since Ning Yuan's personality changed drastically that day, the young man has kept his true feelings hidden. Despite sharing a bed with him for several days in a row, their relationship is still far from what it used to be.

At least back then, the boy's every move and thought was within my expectations.

Qiao Shuang was quite troubled by this.

She both cherished the warmth Ning Yuan gave her and feared that he would drift further and further away from her, until the bond between them disappeared.

Ning Yuan suddenly reached out and cupped Qiao Shuang's soft, smooth, snow-white chin, his face full of smiles.

"What's wrong? What are you worried about?"

Qiao Shuang placed her small face in the boy's palm, like a kitten longing for its owner's warmth, offering her soft cheeks and gently stroking them.

"The Crimson Abyss is controlled by the Ji Clan, and those below the Divine Palace Realm are not allowed to enter. Unable to accompany the young master, Da Qiao finds it difficult to feel at ease..."

Qiao Shuang gazed at Ning Yuan and said softly, "How about... I dissolve my golden core and stay with you again..."

Ning Yuan remained silent for a long time, falling into a deep silence.

Now it was Qiao Shuang's turn to feel uneasy. She moved closer to the boy in a fawning manner and took the initiative to kiss his eyebrows and his eyes...

Ning Yuan placed his hands on Qiao Shuang's shoulders, stopping her from doing so.

He let out a soft breath and sighed, "Anyone who doesn't know better would think I'm a member of the demonic path and that I used the Demon Seed Technique on you."

"Although I do know how to do it," Ning Yuan added in his mind.

Qiao Shuang smiled gently, her eyes bright and clear.

"If it is you, young master, who cast this spell, then I am willing to have the demon seed planted in me and become your puppet. As long as I can stay by your side, I will be content."

Ning Yuan remained noncommittal. "Da Qiao, it doesn't have to be like this. Not to mention that it's not easy for you to condense a high-grade golden core, even if you dissolve the golden core, you won't be able to recover to your peak in a short time. Moreover, it will leave damage to your Dao foundation. When you try to cultivate and advance again, I'm afraid you won't even be able to form a third-grade golden core."

Upon hearing this, Qiao Shuang couldn't help but feel saddened.

Ning Yuan is right. The Crimson Abyss will open in two days. Even if the Golden Core is destroyed, it will not be able to return in its peak form. It would be better to have Xuan Gu arrange two Heavenly Guards or Dao Soldiers at the peak of the Divine Palace Realm.

They spend their days fighting demons and battling in the outer heavens, and are rich in combat experience.

Aside from the fact that her innate talent is too poor, her potential is too low, and she has difficulty forming a core, she is actually more suitable than her in other aspects.

Qiao Shuang's mind was racing.

But, is it really necessary to go this far...?

In fact, not to mention others, even Ning Yuan was moved by Qiao Shuang's boundless pampering and devotion to him.

To put it bluntly, even in her innocent and ignorant teenage years, Qiao Shuang took on the task of caring for Ning Yuan, who was still an infant.

From the age of marriageable age to the prime of life, and then to a mature, gentle, and considerate woman.

Despite being a cultivator, Qiao Shuang still devoted most of her time outside of cultivation to Ning Yuan. It would not be an exaggeration to describe her attitude towards the young man as treating him as her own.

……

Ning Yuan narrowed his eyes slightly, pinched Qiao Shuang's cheek, and said lazily, "Alright, don't overthink it. I can't possibly fight others myself. I'll definitely stay in the rear and let others scout ahead for me. If I encounter any precious spiritual items, I'll just buy them at a high price."

"A son of a wealthy family will not sit under a dangerous roof."

Qiao Shuang agreed with Ning Yuan's idea and thoughtfully offered a suggestion: "If all else fails, you can send me a message, even if it's someone from the Holy Land. I will go and intercept that person, then bring them back to Luodu, where you can do whatever you want with them."

Ning Yuan smiled and said, "Good, you truly are my good maid and good sister..."

Upon hearing the last word, Qiao Shuang couldn't help but tremble slightly.

Ning Yuan immediately sensed something was amiss.

The same thing happened last time. As long as she called out "sister," Qiao Shuang couldn't control herself and ejaculated instantly with just a slight movement.

After a moment's thought, Ning Yuan tentatively called out a more unusual name.

With a soft moan, Qiao Shuang immediately lost control.

Ning Yuan found it both amusing and exhilarating.

I never expected that my head maid would always think of me this way. She really doesn't follow the usual path.

Ning Yuan then simply picked Qiao Shuang up by the waist and carried her steadily toward the jade bed.

The light gauze curtains slowly fell, concealing the spring night.

At this moment, the full moon hangs high outside the window, just like two wheels inside the room.