63: Chapter 63 Breakthrough to the Nascent Soul Stage
The morning sun shone into the courtyard, giving off a warm and cozy feeling.
After Ning Yuan finished his Cultivation, he went to the small courtyard to visit Tang Qian, only to find Nangong Xi there as well.
This way, he wouldn't have to go looking for her later, saving him a trip.
Ning Yuan then sat down at the table, took out three boxes—one large and two small—and placed them on the table, looking at the two beauties opposite him:
“These are the gifts I promised you: the Primal Chaos Robe and the Dream Illusion Hairpin! I also prepared a gift for Aunt Tang!”
Before his voice could fade, Ning Yuan raised his hand and opened the three boxes one by one. Instantly, a bright light emanated from them, brightening the entire room significantly.
Nangong Xi and Tang Qian were drawn to the sudden light, their eyes sparkling as they examined the items inside the boxes.
Ning Yuan was very satisfied with their reaction; his painstaking preparations were not in vain. He introduced the items to them:
“The Primal Chaos Robe can change its style at will and has excellent defensive power. The Dream Illusion Hairpin enhances the power of illusions, making it most suitable for you, Xixi.”
“This Clear Water Bracelet can automatically protect its master. Aunt Tang currently has no cultivation, so it’s perfect for her!”
After speaking, Ning Yuan stared at them intently, his gaze full of expectation, like a child seeking praise.
Nangong Xi and Tang Qian exchanged a glance, a hint of craftiness flashing in their eyes. Then, Nangong Xi said with a cold face:
“The things have been delivered. You can leave now!”
Ning Yuan was stunned to hear this. This wasn't right; he had delivered the promised gifts and even gave one to Tang Qian. Why was she acting like this?
He suddenly thought of yesterday's events. They were still angry about what happened yesterday, which is why they were acting this way. Ning Yuan felt this must be it.
In that case, he definitely couldn't leave!
With a calm expression, Ning Yuan stood up, walked slowly to their side, and suddenly pulled them into his arms, saying:
“I haven't Cultivated with Aunt Tang today yet, so how can I leave? It just so happens Xixi can join us too!”
Hearing this, both of their faces turned red, and they were even more shocked in their hearts.
“You... don't even think about it!” Nangong Xi stammered, struggling incessantly. She hadn't expected Ning Yuan to be so bold, which made her feel both ashamed and indignant.
Even Tang Qian looked at Ning Yuan in dumbfounded amazement. To think he would even dare to imagine such a thing; she hadn't realized he was this kind of person before. He was truly letting himself go now.
But Ning Yuan acted immediately without the slightest hesitation, pressing them directly onto the bed, and then... “Ning Yuan, you... don't be impulsive!”
“Yeah, yeah! Can't we just stop messing around?”
“Enough talk. Today I’m set on it. Even if a True Immortal came, they couldn't stop me!”
“Sigh... what a sin!”
“...”
...In the following month, Ning Yuan went to find Nangong Xi and Tang Qian every day to Cultivate. From their initial refusal to half-willingness, they had now become completely accustomed to it.
During this process, it could be said that Ning Yuan played the greatest role; otherwise, how could he have "persuaded" them so quickly? It was just a bit hard on himself... After a month of Cultivation, Tang Qian's Foundation had mostly recovered, and with another month or two of Cultivation, it would be fully restored.
By then, she would be able to Cultivate again and would no longer be in mortal danger. This made Nangong Xi weep with joy, though the look she gave Ning Yuan was extremely resentful.
Until one day, the Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi within a radius of hundreds of miles centered on the Poison Refining Sect was stirred, converging into a vortex a hundred zhang in diameter, directly above the place where Du Jiaojiao was in seclusion.
Such a massive disturbance inevitably alarmed everyone in the Poison Refining Sect. They all came outside, looking at the Spiritual Qi vortex in the sky with faces full of surprise.
Ning Yuan and the other two in the small courtyard naturally noticed this phenomenon as well, and the three of them looked up at the sky in unison.
“Jiaojiao is about to Breakthrough to Soul Transformation!” Ning Yuan murmured to himself. After a month of secluded Cultivation, she was finally starting her Breakthrough.
Nangong Xi and Tang Qian's eyes were filled with envy. This was a height many Cultivators could never reach; back in Qingzhou, there were only two such people.
Perhaps noticing the envy in their eyes, Ning Yuan turned his head and smiled:
“No rush. As long as we persist in Cultivating, the day of Soul Transformation won't be far off!”
“Bah! A dog's mouth can't spit out ivory!” Nangong Xi cursed with a blushing face.
Tang Qian showed no sign of shame or indignation; instead, she said thoughtfully: “It's not like that wouldn't work. It can even speed up the Cultivation speed!”
“Aunt Tang, you...” Nangong Xi stared at her with wide, beautiful eyes, not expecting her to say that.
“Am I wrong?” Tang Qian said with a shrug, her face full of indifference. Clearly, she had already given up; since she couldn't resist, she might as well learn to enjoy it.
“Hahaha, Aunt Tang is right!” Ning Yuan laughed loudly, very satisfied with Tang Qian's change. His constant hard work hadn't been in vain.
“You guys... Hmph, I don't care anymore! Do whatever you want!”
Nangong Xi then stomped back into the room in a huff. Even after a month of baptism, she still couldn't quite get over this hurdle in her heart.
“Come, let's go back and Cultivate. We'll strive to get you recovered as soon as possible!” Holding Tang Qian's supple waist, Ning Yuan said proudly.
“When you have time, you should still try to persuade Xixi. Otherwise, if she can't get over it, it's always bad!”
“Don't worry, Aunt Tang. Just watch my methods later. I guarantee she won't say another word!”
“Just keep tossing us around then! Meeting you was truly the worst luck in eight lifetimes!”
“Hahaha...”
...Time flies like an arrow, and the sun and moon move like a shuttle. Two months passed in the blink of an eye.
A streak of light at an incredible speed slashed across the sky, emitting a piercing sonic boom and leaving a long flight trail behind.
Ning Yuan was being carried by Du Jiaojiao as they sped through the high altitude. Feeling this lightning-fast speed, he felt extremely exhilarated.
If he weren't being carried by Du Jiaojiao, he wouldn't be able to fly this fast with his current cultivation.
Two months ago, Du Jiaojiao successfully broke through to Soul Transformation and also successfully transformed into human form, which greatly surprised Ning Yuan.
Although Du Jiaojiao's appearance in human form wasn't peerless, she was still a rare beauty.
Wearing a dark purple long dress, she emanated a mysterious and wild temperament that even gave Ning Yuan a sense of wonder.
This made Ning Yuan wish he could glue his eyes to her body to see every detail. If Nangong Xi and Tang Qian hadn't been watching him closely, he would have already... So for this trip out, he didn't bring those two but instead brought Du Jiaojiao along. She could also protect him, killing two birds with one stone.
Secondly, they were going to the Tianbao Pavilion. After three months of Cultivation, Tang Qian had recovered, and he could also step away to purchase Heaven And Earth Treasures that restore remnant souls to help Mu Qingyao gain a new life.
Their destination was Nanzhou City, the largest and most prosperous city in Nanzhou. It was rumored to be even grander than Qingzhou City, though Ning Yuan didn't know if it was true.
From Nanzhou City to the Poison Refining Sect, it took about half a day. This was at the speed of a Soul Transformation Cultivator, so one could imagine how far it was.
About half a day later, the two of them saw that behemoth from afar, crouching between heaven and earth like a Vicious Beast waiting to devour someone.