Fairy, don't be afraid, I, Wang Daqi, am truly an honest man.

"How could they...?"

This is a training room!!

This is a crucial point for breaking through to a higher realm!

Why are they suddenly "fighting" again?

"That's not right. Senior Sister Xia was poisoned before and couldn't control herself. But now the poison has clearly been cured, so how could she still be like this..." Xu Yan was filled with disbelief.

In her mind, Xia Chunlian had always been a pure, unattainable Foundation Establishment Fairy.

Normally she is as aloof as snow, pure and flawless.

But now, listening to the insatiable demands inside, where is there even a trace of her fairy-like appearance?

She was like a young woman in love, passionate and mad.

"That's really something. During the promotion process, one's qi and blood are already unstable. How could he act so recklessly?"

Xu Yan blushed and muttered to herself, unaware that the situation inside was completely different from what she had imagined.

Just moments before, Wang Daqi had actually successfully advanced to the seventh level of Qi Refining.

The moment he broke through, the spiritual energy within his body surged forth like a flood bursting its banks, raging through his limbs and bones.

That intense feeling of expansion made him unbearably hot all over!

The powerful energy even shattered his robes into pieces, revealing his strong and explosive muscles.

Xia Chunlian breathed a sigh of relief when she saw that he had successfully broken through.

Seeing that he was covered in sweat and his body was flushed, she felt sorry for him and picked up a cool towel to wipe him down.

But who would have thought that the moment Xia Chunlian's cool fingers touched Wang Daqi's skin, Wang Daqi, who was already in a state of agitation, was instantly overwhelmed by instinct.

He suddenly reached out and grabbed Xia Chunlian's soft, boneless wrist.

"Senior sister, I...I want to move you..."

As soon as he spoke, Wang Daqi regained some of his rationality.

He inwardly cursed, "Oh no! Making such a request at this time is incredibly reckless!"

Senior Sister Xia is a Foundation Establishment expert; what if we anger her...?

However, to his surprise, Xia Chunlian not only did not push him away, but her affectionate eyes welled up with tears.

Feeling the burning masculine aura emanating from Wang Daqi, she recalled the passionate lovemaking of the previous day, and her last line of defense completely collapsed.

"Um…………"

She responded shyly and then nestled into Wang Daqi's arms.

Thus, in this spiritually rich cultivation room, the frenzy following the breakthrough transformed into another kind of primal passion.

Xu Yan, standing outside the door, listened to the commotion inside, unsure whether to leave or stay.

In the end, he could only squat helplessly at the door, watching the pot of spiritual soup gradually cool down, his mind in turmoil.

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The clouds dispersed and the rain ceased, leaving a strange and subtle fragrance in the meditation room.

Xia Chunlian's hands trembled slightly as she slowly and methodically tidied her somewhat messy long hair, a complex look in her beautiful eyes.

She looked inward and realized that her cultivation had improved even more after her foolish behavior.

Sure enough, it has improved again...

"But what's wrong with me...?"

She was secretly amazed.

He, a dignified Foundation Establishment cultivator, had actually lost his composure in front of his junior brother.

Even at that moment, I still felt a little unsatisfied.

I really want to continue...

"Junior Brother Wang, do you have a special constitution?"

Wang Daqi did not hide anything, but explained softly, "Junior brother, I do have a special physique. In that situation just now, I was able to replenish a lot of your pure spiritual energy."

"Special physique??"

Xia Chunlian was filled with surprise.

No wonder the feeling just now was so strong and peculiar; that pure yang energy almost melted her icy heart.

Wang Daqi chuckled, deliberately leaning closer, and asked with a hint of mischief, "Senior Sister Xia, since the effect was so good, then... are you satisfied with Junior Brother's performance just now?"

Xia Chunlian usually appears as a dignified, composed, and unsmiling elder.

Teasing her like this by Wang Daqi, her cool and pretty face instantly turned red to the roots of her ears. She couldn't help but lightly spit out a curse and said coquettishly, "You're so annoying, you're never serious."

Looking at her shy and charming appearance, Wang Daqi felt a surge of warmth in his heart.

That impetuous energy that had just broken through was showing signs of resurgence.

However, he did not forget Shen Ruyan's message just now.

Senior Sister Shen is in a hurry to find him, so it must be something important.

He took a deep breath, forcibly suppressed his anger, straightened his clothes, and walked out of the cultivation room.

When Xu Yan arrived in the kitchen, she was staring blankly at the pot of soup that had gone cold.

Wang Daqi walked over, deliberately exuding the heavy aura of the seventh level of Qi Refining, and laughed, "Yan'er, look, I've broken through!!!"

Xu Yan felt that oppressive feeling, and her heart was still a little sour!

After all, I was cooking outside while the two of them were practicing their martial arts inside!

But seeing her husband's increased strength, her jealousy subsided.

In addition, Xia Chunlian had given her many valuable gifts before, so she had already accepted this senior sister in her heart.

"It's good that you've broken through. Quickly drink this soup to replenish your energy." Xu Yan obediently ladled out a bowl of soup and handed it to her.

"Thank you, madam."

Wang Daqi leaned over and kissed Xu Yan on the cheek.

"Next time, you and Senior Sister Xia should be quieter." Xu Yan rolled her eyes at him, but felt very sweet inside.

Are you jealous?

"No, don't talk nonsense. Why would I be jealous?" After being exposed, Xu Yan blushed and hurriedly denied it.

"If you're bored, let's get together tonight..."

"Hmph, dream on..." Xu Yan rolled her eyes at him again: "Hurry up and drink, I'll go call Senior Sister Xia to eat with us."

With that, Xu Yan carried the soup and swayed her hips as she went into the house.

After eating and drinking his fill, Wang Daqi hurriedly headed to the place Shen Ruyan had arranged.

Before they even reached the gate, they saw from afar Xu Sheng and Xu Ying, the siblings, leading a troop of followers, mounting their horses with grim expressions and galloping away.

"Huh? Leaving so soon? Didn't even leave you dinner??"

Wang Daqi muttered to himself.

The Xu and Shen families appeared to have a good relationship, but their hasty departure clearly indicated that the talks had not gone well.

He didn't linger and went directly to the Shen family's library following Shen Ruyan's directions.

The library is secluded and quiet, with rows of old bookshelves exuding a faint scent of ink.

Wang Daqi waited for a short while before hearing a series of heavy footsteps.

Shen Ruyan's figure appeared at the corner.

She wore a deep purple dress today, which made her look exceptionally aloof and elegant.

But a dark cloud hung over his brow, and his expression was so solemn that it was oppressive.

Wang Daqi was about to step forward and tell her about his improved cultivation, but when he saw her like this, his heart skipped a beat, and his original joy vanished by more than half.

"Senior sister, what's wrong? Have you encountered some difficulties?"

Wang Daqi stepped forward and could sense that Shen Ruyan was in extremely poor condition, a kind of exhaustion caused by immense pressure.

Upon hearing the voice, Shen Ruyan slowly raised her beautiful eyes.

The moment she saw Wang Daqi, her tightly furrowed brows relaxed slightly, and she forced a smile, saying gently, "It's nothing, I've just been busy with many things lately. I was happy to hear you were back. I specifically asked you to come to the library so you could choose a few of the Shen family's superior techniques to hone your skills."

Wang Daqi bowed in thanks, but his doubts remained.

He followed Shen Ruyan deeper into the library, tentatively asking as they walked, "Senior Sister, I just saw Xu Ying and Xu Sheng, the siblings, hurriedly leaving with their men at the entrance. They left so quickly???"

"Why…………"

Mentioning these two names caused Shen Ruyan's emotions, which had calmed down somewhat, to collapse instantly.

She stopped and leaned against a row of bookshelves, letting out a deep sigh, her brow furrowed with worry that seemed to overflow.

Wang Daqi thought to himself, "As expected."

The Xu siblings have always been arrogant, so something must have happened to make Shen Ruyan so distracted.

"Senior sister, if it's inconvenient to say, then so be it. But if it's possible to say, perhaps I can help you out a bit."

Wang Daqi looked at her sincerely.

Shen Ruyan remained silent for a moment, seemingly realizing that this matter could not be kept secret sooner or later, before speaking softly: "They came here today ostensibly to strengthen ties, but in reality, they are representing the Xu family to propose marriage! The Xu family's intention is to have me marry Xu Sheng, thus strengthening the alliance between the two families."

"What?!"

Wang Daqi was stunned for a moment, and then a nameless anger welled up in his heart.

He wasn't jealous!

It's because this Xu Sheng is no good person.

He had previously impersonated Xu Taibing, and Xu Sheng had mentioned poisoning women to him, indicating this wasn't the first time he'd done it!

How could someone like that be worthy of Senior Sister Shen?

"Senior sister, Xu Sheng is no good person!"

Wang Daqi couldn't help but whisper and shout, then quickly recounted his trip to the Xu family and how Xu Sheng treated human life like dirt, "Senior Sister, this kind of person is not worthy of you."

Shen Ruyan gave a bitter smile, her eyes filled with helplessness: "How could I not know his reputation? I've also heard that he acts eccentrically and is not a good match. But alliances between cultivation families are never as simple as judging an individual's character. With the surrounding forces intertwined, without a stable marriage alliance to support us, the Shen family will be targeted in many trade and resource allocation matters, which will have a huge impact."

"But in terms of background and resources, isn't the Shen family stronger than the Xu family?" Wang Daqi asked, puzzled. "Why should we be subject to their control?"

Shen Ruyan shook her head and lowered her voice, saying, "Great talent, you only know one side of the story. The reason the Xu family has been able to establish itself in this region all these years, and even stand up to the old Hao family, is not entirely due to their own fighting strength. The most crucial point is that behind the Xu family, there is a Nascent Soul level alchemy master overseeing things..."

"A Nascent Soul level alchemist?!"

Wang Daqi's heart trembled violently.

People of this caliber are heavyweights in this world.

Because he can refine pills for Nascent Soul cultivators!

Many Nascent Soul cultivators seek his help.

"That's right." Shen Ruyan nodded solemnly. "That alchemist has a wide circle of friends, and countless Nascent Soul cultivators have received his favors. What's even more terrifying is that it's said... a Nascent Soul stage expert once owed him a huge favor and promised to help him once. With such a background, even our Shen family wouldn't dare to offend the Xu family easily."

Wang Daqi frowned.

"Senior sister, so you didn't agree?"

"Yes, I refused, so the siblings are very angry..."

Shen Ruyan shook her head and sighed: "Fortunately, our two families have been allies for over a century, and we are currently cooperating on the Curved Lake water conservancy project. I believe the Xu family won't do anything."