7: Chapter 7 The Joy of Pregnancy and New Prey

The atmosphere in the Immortal Cave grew increasingly warm.

During one of his routine check-ups for the two women, Li Yifei keenly noticed subtle changes in their Qi and blood.

His fingertips rested on Liu Rumei's smooth wrist, a wisp of pure Spiritual Qi probed within, and a knowing smile immediately appeared on his face.

"Congratulations, you're going to be a mother."

Liu Rumei was stunned at first, then her charming face, usually adorned with a seductive allure, was instantly enveloped in a complex and moving radiance.

There was shock, shyness, but more than that, a heartfelt joy and sense of belonging. She subconsciously caressed her flat abdomen, her eyes becoming unprecedentedly gentle.

Meanwhile, Xiao Waner, who was beside them, had already nervously clutched the corner of her clothes. When Li Yifei announced the same good news to her, the gentle maiden's eyes reddened, and crystal tears rolled down uncontrollably.

She finally... had a true "home" in this world of Cultivation.

From then on, the nights in the Immortal Cave were no longer about the three of them Cultivating with their Spiritual Qi intertwined, but transformed into Li Yifei's meticulous care.

He also settled Liu Rumei and Xiao Waner into a specially opened Quiet Room, to keep Lin Qingxue company.

The three expectant mothers quickly bonded, exchanging notes on their bodily changes daily, envisioning their children's future, and filling the Immortal Cave with laughter.

Li Yifei, playing the role of the perfect patriarch, meticulously cared for them using System rewards, Medicinal Pills he refined himself, and various Spiritual Qi-rich ingredients.

However, behind the warm Family life, Li Yifei's longing for strength grew even more urgent.

Without Dual Cultivation with his Dao Companions, his apparent rate of magical power growth visibly slowed down.

"The Family business cannot stop."

He once again turned his gaze towards the Sect.

Su Yanran and Steward Bai Zhi, these two "high-quality projects" he had long marked, it was time to start tackling them.

He used his reputation as an "Alchemy Genius" and his resources to purposefully approach the two of them.

For Su Yanran, he adopted the "value attraction" method. He would "accidentally" encounter her in the market, troubled by a lack of Cultivation resources, then casually produce a perfect-quality Medicinal Pill she dreamed of, half-selling, half-gifting it under the guise of "making a friend."

For Steward Bai Zhi, he employed the "boiling a frog in warm water" strategy. He often visited the charming steward under the pretext of seeking advice on Pill Fire Hall matters, each time bringing some unique Medicinal Pills he refined, which had miraculous effects on solidifying one's Foundation, as a "consultation fee."

In his conversations, he would always subtly reveal his plans for the future and his desire for a mature, capable "virtuous helper."

After two months, the results were significant.

Su Yanran's attitude towards him had softened considerably from her initial cold wariness; occasionally, she would even proactively send him messages to discuss Cultivation difficulties.

Steward Bai Zhi's gaze towards him also gradually shifted from viewing him as a junior to holding an indescribable appreciation and reliance, no longer refusing his private gifts.

But Li Yifei knew, this was not enough.

Su Yanran was proud and aloof; without thoroughly demonstrating a value and future that could truly impress her, she would not easily entrust herself.

Steward Bai Zhi, on the other hand, was composed and cautious; without more security and certainty, she would not gamble her latter half of life.

Just as Li Yifei felt he needed more time and patience to conquer these two fortresses, an excellent opportunity presented itself.

Qingyun Sect's annual New Disciple Initiation Ceremony had begun!

Thousands of young men and women, carrying dreams of immortality, poured into the Outer Sect, injecting fresh blood into the entire Sect and bringing new "resources."

Li Yifei hadn't paid much attention until the moniker of the "Three Great Beauties of the Outer Sect" among the newly admitted Disciples spread like wildfire.

"Why bother with the tough nuts for Family expansion?" Li Yifei's thoughts shifted, and he immediately changed his strategy. "The newly admitted Junior Sisters are simple and innocent, it's the best time to 'trick' them!"

He decided to temporarily put aside his plans for Su Yanran and Steward Bai Zhi, turning his attention to these "new sprouts" who were easier to approach.

On this day, Li Yifei, dressed in a moon-white long robe, appeared in the square where new Disciples received their Identity Tokens.

After the tempering of the Nine Revolutions Chaos Body Refining Art, his figure became even more towering, and his facial features were like the most perfect creation of the heavens, handsome with a hint of steady Dao charm.

As soon as he appeared, he immediately became the focus of the entire square. Countless new Disciples, especially female Disciples, secretly cast curious and admiring glances at him.

Li Yifei was about to subtly observe the three legendary beauties when, unexpectedly, an accident occurred.

"Ah!"

A soft cry, and a figure, for some unknown reason, slipped and crashed straight into his arms.

Li Yifei instinctively reached out and embraced her, and an astonishingly soft touch and a maiden's fragrance instantly filled his arms.

He looked down to see a cute maiden with double buns, a pair of clear, deer-like big eyes, and a baby-fat face, blushing profusely as she buried her face in his chest.

The maiden's figure formed a startling contrast with her cute face; even through her clothes, Li Yifei could feel her astonishing voluptuousness.

"So... so sorry, Senior Brother Li! I didn't mean to!" The maiden hurriedly struggled to stand steady, her pretty face as red as if it would drip blood, not daring to lift her head.

Li Yifei's heart stirred. Wasn't this Qin Baobao, one of the legendary Three Great Beauties, known for her cuteness?

He searched high and low for her, only to find her right here!

He hadn't even started his move, and she had delivered herself to his doorstep?

"No worries." Li Yifei offered what he believed to be his most gentle and charming smile, his voice full of magnetism, "Junior Sister Qin, watch your step."

Qin Baobao, hearing that he actually knew her name, suddenly looked up, her large eyes instantly filled with surprise and adoration, and she stammered, "Senior... Senior Brother Li, you know me?"

"Junior Sister Qin, with your bright eyes and white teeth, and features as beautiful as a painting, who in the Outer Sect doesn't know you now?" Li Yifei casually threw a direct compliment that left the maiden dizzy.

"I... I..." Qin Baobao was overjoyed by the praise, her heart fluttering like a deer. Looking at Li Yifei's handsome face, she mustered all her courage and softly asked, "Senior Brother Li, I... I just joined the Sect, and I don't understand many things about Cultivation. Later... can I come to you for advice?"

Looking at the maiden's adoring expression, which clearly read "come and conquer me," Li Yifei's heart blossomed with joy.

Why would he need to invest? This was simply an "angel investor" who fell from the sky and actively sought to buy in!

"Of course you can." Li Yifei smiled even more brightly, "My Immortal Cave is always open for Junior Sister."