Who is spreading rumors that my filial piety towards them has changed?

If fluid leaks even in a dormant state, it's not called "leaking the elixir," it's simply a problem...

"No, we can't stay in hiding!" Qingning thought to herself.

That little hand "accidentally" bypassed Chu Mingkong's clothes, directly taking control of the situation and strategizing, finally allowing the situation to "rise" again.

Wei Qingning had just breathed a sigh of relief when she realized that Chu Mingkong had secretly increased the intensity of the calming spell.

Sensing that things were going wrong, Qingning tensed up again and increased her efforts.

As the brother and sister pulled at each other, the sky was beginning to lighten, and sunrise was just around the corner.

Qingning was extremely anxious: "What's going on? Why didn't my brother show any signs of leaving his body this morning? If he doesn't leave soon, he should wake up after dawn!"

Having finally discovered a breakthrough in their relationship, Wei Qingning was not about to give up so easily. After some time, it might seem as if nothing had happened.

"It's probably because my brother has been cultivating diligently these days and has made great progress. The elixir has been locked up and is not easy to leak out!"

Time waits for no one. A ray of morning light from the horizon shone through the window. Chu Mingkong had already decided to get up and then pretend nothing had happened and retreat, but Qing Ning was one step ahead. She directly crawled into bed.

Chu Mingkong's expression froze, thinking to himself: This time it really is an imported sausage, truly "imported"!

......

“Brother, you’ve lost your essence again, but it’s okay, Qingning will help you clean it up. I’ve already tested it…” As Qingning spoke, her little mouth seemed too tired to speak. She ran to the washbasin with her hands in a mess to wash her face towel.

Chu Mingkong felt ashamed. Would directly exposing her make Qing Ning feel embarrassed and awkward?

He was a little at a loss...

"Okay, then I'll leave it to Qingning."

Chapter 246 A Chilling Gaze

Chu Mingkong really didn't know what to say. When you actually encounter this kind of situation, it's hard to say anything or not.

He was certain that the last time he lost his dantian, it was his own fault and had little to do with Qingning. At most, it was because she touched his hand, which added a minor stimulus. Chu Mingkong himself was the main reason.

But this time it really had nothing to do with him. In order to control himself, Chu Mingkong consumed a lot of his icy spiritual energy to fight Qing Ning. His momentum kept fluctuating between "making a comeback" and "falling behind".

In the end, Qingning unleashed an unbeatable counterattack, drawing out the elixir from her...

Although she wasn't as skilled as Jin Yu and the others, the girl's awkwardness had a unique charm, especially her attitude of pretending nothing had happened after confirming that Chu Mingkong had taken the pill, which was quite amusing.

"Qingning, you keep bringing your little hand over, it's easy for me to lose my dantian. Maybe next time you shouldn't bring your hand over?" Chu Mingkong pretended not to notice the constant pulling and tugging. If he had said it outright, Qingning would have been very embarrassed.

Moreover, Chu Mingkong also wanted to understand what Qing Ning was trying to do. Why did it take half an hour, as if she was specifically trying to make him go through the process of refining his elixir? Was there any special reason behind this?

What's the point of making him leave Dan?

Accustomed to the straightforwardness of the other women, Chu Mingkong's mind was momentarily blank, unable to connect with his sister's train of thought. The only thing he was certain of was Qingning's feelings for him; otherwise, she wouldn't have used her little mouth to kiss him.

The girl half-squatted in front of Chu Mingkong, carefully wiping her body with the object in front of her. Her small hands, which had just been washed in the water, could clearly feel her brother's burning heat and strength, a tangible and powerful force.

Faced with Chu Mingkong's question, Qingning lowered her head, not daring to look at him. Using the excuse of focusing on wiping her hands, she replied guiltily:

"Sometimes when I'm holding my brother, I instinctively touch him and grab him, it's a bit protruding... My brother sleeps so soundly. I heard Sister Yunhan say that after opening up the Divine Soul Realm, one can sleep like a mortal and fall into a deep sleep?"

This is quite an interesting point. Cultivation takes so much effort, and only in the end can one return to the sleep state of a mortal.

"Yes, you can choose to sleep very soundly, and you will wake up on your own if you encounter danger. I'll think about it in a few days and see if I can open up your spiritual realm as well."

"There's no need to force it. Cultivation is something that either works or doesn't work. Brother, you don't need to worry about me. I'm doing fine now."

Such open-mindedness is a good thing, but Chu Mingkong still set a small goal in his heart first: to find a way to make the women enjoy the high-quality sleep experience of the Divine Soul Realm.

Wei Qingning wiped Chu Mingkong clean, feeling quite satisfied. He felt that he had crossed the line with his brother again, and his efforts over the past half hour had paid off. He was overjoyed.

Judging from her little expression, she wished she could oil her brother's whisk handle again, polish it until it shone brightly.

“Speaking of Qingning, shamans and doctors are not separate, do you have any prescriptions for strengthening the body’s foundation and nourishing the vital energy? I can’t keep going on and on with my elixirs!” He pretended to be troubled and discussed with Qingning.

After Qingning put down the towel, seeing that her brother had no intention of changing his clothes and going out, she climbed onto the bed and sat down next to him.

Chu Mingkong's question made Qingning very wary.

If she doesn't pursue the elixir path, what about her future relationship with her brother's breakthrough? But she can't make it too obvious right now...

Let's postpone it for a few days. Use these days to let my brother go on several more trips! Even if he takes a nap, he should still go during his nap!

“There should be some.” Qingning said somewhat reluctantly, but still continued, “However, my brother’s constitution is special. The wounds from the Abyss here will reduce the medicinal properties. I may have to ask the clansmen to search for a few days before we get any results. Then it will also take a day or two to collect the herbs and refine the pills.”

Seeing the little girl's reaction, Chu Mingkong felt that she had ulterior motives and wanted to continue to persecute him.

But Qingning's self-deceiving scheme was quite amusing. Chu Mingkong pondered for a moment and decided to play along with her for the time being to see what would happen.

His face showed a mixture of distress and resignation, and he sighed:

"Oh, I see. Then it will indeed take a few days, but it's alright. I'll just not sleep."

Upon hearing this, Qingning immediately became anxious. She pursed her thin lips and advised:

“Brother, this is not advisable. Your daily cultivation puts pressure and burden on your body and mind. Sleeping and meditation are essential means of rest. Moreover, the Divine Soul Realm allows cultivators to regain sleep, so there must be a reason for it!”

"Perhaps if you sleep well, your spiritual cultivation will go more smoothly. Don't let a minor setback prevent you from doing anything important!"

That's quite a reasonable explanation. Regardless of Qingning's petty calculations, the fact that the Divine Soul Realm allows cultivators to regain the freedom to sleep must have its own reasons and needs, which is commendable.

Chu Mingkong nodded thoughtfully, still looking troubled, and said:

"But... I keep wetting the bed, which makes me feel like I'm such a grown-up and I still wet the bed. It happens every now and then, and it's a bit annoying."

"It's no trouble at all, brother. What's there to be troubled about? Qingning is here! I'm already quite skilled at it, and I can help you clean up with ease. You just need to focus on your cultivation!"

The girl was very enthusiastic in recommending herself, and Chu Mingkong also vaguely judged that Qingning's main purpose seemed to be focused on the cleanup after the pill was taken.

"Then I'll have to trouble Qingning?"

"Hmm, it's no trouble at all. It's only right for a younger sister to serve her older brother! So, is older brother going out to cultivate again today?"

"You have this plan? Why? Is something the matter?"

"It suddenly occurred to me..."

Wei Qingning's mind raced as she carefully considered her words, trying to make her reasons sound plausible and convincing. She nodded to herself with self-assurance and said:

"This afternoon nap is a custom left by our ancient ancestors. Perhaps all ancient cultivators took afternoon naps? Now that you've adopted the ancient method of cultivation, it's probably best to take an afternoon nap as well. It would be good to try it for a few days!"

Hey!

Is this why you want me to leave even when you're taking a nap?

Chu Mingkong felt he could go along with her this time, because after spending several days in the depths of the Abyss, his sense of time was getting worse and worse. If he stayed there for a few more days, he might think he would only cultivate for half a day, but before he knew it, four or five days would have passed.

Indeed, one should rest at home.

"Alright, then I'll stay here at home for the next few days and try taking afternoon naps. And about your nap earlier, tell my master; she'll absolutely love it!"

"Then I'll come and keep you company during my afternoon nap, brother?" Qingning's true intentions were becoming clear.

"Whatever you like."

......

After that, Chu Mingkong became an unemployed bum in the mansion, wandering around. He went to Aunt Gu's place and asked for a couple of sips of the fragrant wine to moisten his throat. Jin Yu, who was serving there, also took a few sips.

Then I went to check on my sisters-in-law's efforts in preparing for pregnancy. It turned out that they had indeed been neglecting to allocate their fertility properly lately.

However, he really didn't have much free time. After returning from the East Sea, things were not easy in all aspects. At that time, he had to eat grass to relieve the pain and alleviate the effects of the injury to his soul. After his sister Yunhan helped him heal his injuries, he had even less free time, not to mention his master's wife's two jars of medicine.

Even Chu Mingkong, the person involved, felt a lingering fear. If those two jars had been used on his sisters-in-law, they could probably have provided companionship for Aunt Gu. Although there was a significant difference in the timing of their pregnancies, they would still be fellow Daoists who could help with their pregnancies.

After a leisurely stroll, time flew by and the sun was high in the sky. These carefree days highlighted the fulfillment of life.

"Qingning, you don't need to be in such a hurry for me to take a nap. You've been following me for an hour now, afraid I'll run away~?" Chu Mingkong reached out and stroked Qingning's smooth cheek.

She spent most of the morning at Aunt Gu's place. Since Jin Yu was there, Jin Yu, who had nothing to do, changed Qing Ning's hairstyle, replacing her usual spirited ponytail with a princess-style court updo.

This hairstyle accentuates Wei Qingning's excellent features, giving her a gentle, youthful innocence, making her look like a fair-skinned porcelain doll.

Qingning's face flushed slightly as the warm, burning sensation reached the back of Chu Mingkong's hand. She explained:

"I was just afraid you'd forget, brother. What if you're so focused on cultivation that you subconsciously went to the Abyss again?"

Of course, Qingning was even more afraid that Chu Mingkong would be intercepted. What if Jinyu and Yongzhen suddenly asked him to accompany them?

Wei Qingning definitely has to keep that person by his side at all times!

After their walk following dinner, the brother and sister returned to their room together to rest.

Qingning went home a few days ago, so it seems she really put in some effort and asked her elders for advice.

She had only just reached the bedside when she volunteered to help Chu Mingkong undress, taking off his robe and pulling down his pants, making Chu Mingkong feel a little embarrassed, as if he were treating his little sister like a servant.

After the two rolled into bed together, Chu Mingkong sensed Qing Ning's various schemes and suggested:

"Brother, can I turn my head to sleep during my afternoon nap? I mean, I'll sleep at the foot of the bed, and you don't have to move."

"No problem, but why did you suddenly have this idea?" Chu Mingkong pressed.

"Well... Brother, didn't you say that my hand always accidentally touches you there? I was thinking that if I changed the direction, it wouldn't be so easy to touch you."

So that's the consideration?

Chu Mingkong simulated that scene in his mind, but it seemed to make no difference. Whether Qingning slept with her head facing the head of the bed or the foot of the bed, it wouldn't make any difference. It would be easy for her to bump into him.

But let's go along with her for now.

"Alright, but if you don't like sleeping here, just switch back to where you like. Don't ask me about such a small thing, just do what you feel comfortable with."

The brother and sister lay down, and Chu Mingkong realized that he was the one who felt uncomfortable...

Because of this head-to-tail alignment, Qingning's delicate, white feet were right next to his head, and out of the corner of his eye, his gaze would be unconsciously drawn to her long, shapely legs.

From Chu Mingkong's perspective, a slight downward tilt of the gaze would reveal the round, plump peach-like shape that didn't seem like that of a young girl.

While pretending to be asleep, Chu Mingkong regulated his breathing, controlling his pig trotters to keep them from having too many thoughts of their own and not to reach over and pinch the peach without permission.

The breathing in the room gradually became steady, and both the brother and sister entered a "sleep" state.

—At least they looked like they were asleep.

However, not long after, Qingning began to make small moves, but out of caution, she was not sure if Chu Mingkong was asleep. She just looked up at him and did not dare to make any rash moves.

However, Qingning knew that time waits for no one, and the time and opportunities that a nap could give her were far less than those before dawn. No matter what, she had to take the risk and try.