412: There are only oxen that die from exhaustion, not fields that are ruined by plowing!

Lin Qingxue's cold eyes swept over him, and an almost inaudible snort came from her nose,

She immediately turned her head, continuing to examine the piece of Star Gold in her hand.

However, her slightly flushed earlobes betrayed that she was not as calm as she appeared.

Liu Rumei, on the other hand, smiled charmingly, her eyes shimmering with a knowing mischievousness.

She didn't expose him, but the meaning in her smile made even Yao Delong feel his old face flush.

Seeing that the two women had no intention of stopping him (or rather, were too lazy to expose him), Yao Delong secretly rejoiced.

He pulled the infinitely shy Luo Miaomiao and quickly walked into the quiet room next door.

No need for words, they were familiar with the routine.

Inside the quiet room, spring was in full bloom.

About half an hour later, the quiet room door opened.

Luo Miaomiao emerged, her pretty face flushed, her eyes like water, carrying a hint of languor and satisfaction, her steps slightly unsteady.

Her aura was indeed more harmonious, clearly Yao Delong's "consolidation" was not entirely an excuse.

The complementary power brought by Dual Cultivation greatly benefited her.

Yao Delong followed closely, refreshed, feeling the System's prompt in his Sea of Consciousness:

Ding! Completed Yin-Yang Harmony with the target!

Target Cultivation Technique compatibility: extremely high!

yin yang points +50 points! Current yin-yang value: 940 points!

"Good effect!"

Yao Delong was satisfied, and said gently to Luo Miaomiao:

Miaomiao, go and see if there are any other resources suitable for you. Pick more.

"Mmm..."

Luo Miaomiao's voice was like a mosquito's buzz as she obediently nodded, trotting back to the pile of resources.

However, her shy and bashful appearance made Lin Qingxue and Liu Rumei's gazes even more profound.

Yao Delong took a deep breath, his gaze turning to the remaining two "Fairies."

He put on that serious expression of "I'm doing this for your own good" again and walked over.

"Junior Sister Qingxue, Rumei."

He cleared his throat,

"Two Fairies, does this brother need to check your Foundations as well?

In the Dao of Cultivation, a stable Foundation is of utmost importance, and there is no room for carelessness!"

Upon hearing this, Liu Rumei burst into laughter, her body trembling like a swaying flower branch, her charming allure making Yao Delong's heart flutter.

Her eyes sparkled with a hint of slyness and anticipation as she took a step forward.

She almost pressed against Yao Delong, her breath like orchids:

"Delong, of course I want to improve!

Look, among everyone here, my cultivation is the lowest, still in the Middle Golden Core Stage.

Clear Snow has a deep Foundation, so she's naturally not in a hurry.

You must 'check' me carefully and thoroughly, okay?" She specifically emphasized the words "carefully" and

"thoroughly," the meaning of which was self-evident.

She glanced at Lin Qingxue with her beautiful eyes and asked with a smile:

"Junior Sister Qingxue, do you want us sisters to let Delong 'check' us together? Or... should I go first?"

Upon hearing this, Yao Delong's heart pounded uncontrollably, his eyes shining as he looked at Lin Qingxue with anticipation.

Dabao? This... this happiness came too suddenly, didn't it?!

Lin Qingxue was both shy and annoyed by Liu Rumei's bold and explicit words and Yao Delong's undisguised expectant gaze.

Her pretty face instantly became covered in a crimson blush, as if on fire.

She glared fiercely at Yao Delong, then glared shyly and angrily at Liu Rumei.

She forced herself to remain calm, picked up a Magic Treasure, and said in a clear, cold voice with a trace of imperceptible panic:

"My... my Foundation is very stable! No need! You... you do as you please!"

After speaking, she turned around, pretending to concentrate on studying the Magic Treasure.

However, her slightly trembling fingertips betrayed her inner turmoil.

Seeing this, Yao Delong felt a little disappointed, but he also understood that his Junior Sister was thin-skinned.

Her personality was also cold and reserved, and getting engaged to Li Linger had already been a big enough shock for her. He couldn't force it; he could only proceed slowly.

"When the boat gets to the bridge, it will naturally straighten itself out..."

He consoled himself, then pulled the already impatient Liu Rumei, whose eyes were like silk, and once again slipped into the quiet room.

This time, Liu Rumei poured out all her tenderness and techniques, displaying a myriad of charming postures and responding with utmost affection.

She knew Yao Delong had limitless potential, and understood even more that her cultivation was her shortcoming.

To stay by his side for a long time, she had to seize every opportunity to improve herself!

And this Dual Cultivation method was undoubtedly the fastest and most enjoyable shortcut!

A full hour!

Only then did the door of the quiet room open again.

Yao Delong slowly walked out, his hand casually resting on his waist, a satisfied smile flashing across his face.

But deeper down, there was an unspeakable weariness and... an indescribable "admiration."

At this moment, he truly understood the profound meaning of that ancient adage—even a thousand jin of strength will eventually be exhausted!

Liu Rumei's fiery passion, endless and continuous, was truly overwhelming.

On the other hand, Liu Rumei was refreshed and radiant, her eyes sparkling with even more charm than before.

Her aura surged, having reached the Peak Middle Golden Core Stage!

She was only one opportunity away from the Late Stage!

She licked her red lips, looking at Yao Delong with an unsatisfied expression, as if to say:

Next time, let's continue?

Ding! Completed Yin-Yang Harmony!

Target Cultivation Technique compatibility: relatively high!

yin yang points +45 points! Current yin-yang value: 985 points!

The System's prompt sounded like heavenly music in Yao Delong's mind!

Looking at Liu Rumei's unsatisfied gaze, and Lin Qingxue's gaze from the side,

which held a hint of complexity and scrutiny, Yao Delong quickly composed himself.

"Cough, the Foundation check is complete, and the results are significant!" He said earnestly.

Watching Luo Miaomiao and Liu Rumei leave, carrying their chosen resources and with a charming blush on their faces after being nourished,

only Yao Delong and Lin Qingxue remained in the courtyard.

The atmosphere instantly became subtle again.

The mountain of treasures still emitted alluring spiritual light, but at this moment, it seemed somewhat silent.

Lin Qingxue stood with her back to Yao Delong, her slender figure appearing somewhat cold and lonely in the moonlight.

She was looking down at a cold ice crystal Ore in her hand, her fingertips unconsciously caressing it,

as if there was something on the Ore that commanded all her attention.

Yao Delong looked at her back and sighed softly in his heart.

He knew that his Junior Sister's emotional knot was the hardest to untie.

The childhood sweethearts' affection, coupled with her cold and introverted personality, made her bury that affection the deepest, and hurt the most.

He walked over slowly, not smiling playfully as before, nor deliberately explaining anything.

He simply stood quietly beside her, his gaze also falling on the ice crystal Ore.

"This is 'Millennium Profound Ice Marrow,' containing pure Ice Soul Power, which will greatly benefit your Cultivation Technique."

Yao Delong's voice was very soft, with a hint of imperceptible tenderness.

Lin Qingxue's fingers paused slightly. She didn't look up, nor did she respond.

Only the lines of her cold profile seemed to soften just a tiny bit.

Yao Delong didn't get discouraged. He reached out, but not to take the Ore.

Instead, he gently covered Lin Qingxue's cold hand, which was holding the Ore.

Lin Qingxue's body trembled violently. She subconsciously tried to pull her hand back, but it was held firmly and warmly by Yao Delong.

"Clear Snow," Yao Delong's voice was low and serious, "Look at me."