2: Xuanyin body, joint breakthrough

"Such a long name, and it is even called a Divine Skill. This Cultivation Technique must be very powerful, right?"

Lin Yuan asked subconsciously.

"It is indeed quite powerful."

Gu Shuqin spoke softly, her face slightly flushing.

Sensing her reaction, Lin Yuan asked in confusion, "Revered Master's Wife, what is wrong?"

Gu Shuqin's expression was conflicted. After hesitating for a long while, she finally seemed to make up her mind and spoke with difficulty, "Lin Yuan, as your teacher, I need you to Cultivate with me."

"Ah?"

Lin Yuan felt puzzled, "Why must this Cultivation Technique be practiced together? Can it not be practiced alone?"

Having said this, he suddenly realized something and blurted out, "Could it be that this is a Dual Cultivation Technique!?"

A flash of panic crossed Gu Shuqin's face, and she immediately denied it, "Of course not. I am your Revered Master's Wife, how could I teach you that kind of Cultivation Technique?"

Lin Yuan remained confused, "But why did you say we need to Cultivate together?"

The Beautiful Woman regained her composure and said calmly, "Because this Cultivation Technique progresses faster when two people Cultivate it. Although one person can Cultivate it, the effect is far worse compared to two people Cultivating together."

"I see."

Lin Yuan suddenly understood and asked again, "Then how exactly should this Cultivation Technique be practiced?"

"Come here first, and I, your Revered Master's Wife, will teach you slowly."

"Okay."

Lin Yuan took a step and sat down beside the Beautiful Woman.

Then he saw her take out a scripture.

"Revered Master's Wife, is this the Cultivation Technique you mentioned?"

"Yes. Transmitting the Cultivation Technique via Spiritual Sense might be incomplete, so I am giving you the Origin Secret Manual directly. This way, you can comprehend this Cultivation Technique more effectively."

Although Gu Shuqin's expression was calm, her tone was clearly somewhat unnatural when she spoke.

This was her first time being alone with a man other than her husband, so it was inevitable that she felt nervous.

"Okay, then I will comprehend it for a while."

Lin Yuan took the Secret Manual and began to read it carefully.

As he read through the Cultivation Technique, he quickly understood the method of practicing it.

This was indeed not a Dual Cultivation Technique, but as she had said, it should be called joint cultivation.

The man and woman must first be completely open with each other, then press their hands together, until their hearts are linked and they become one, in order to achieve the goal of Yin and Yang circulation within the body.

"This, this, this... wouldn't this be inappropriate?"

Despite the slight difference in wording, there was no essential difference, so this sudden situation left Lin Yuan feeling at a loss.

Although Gu Shuqin was very beautiful, Lin Yuan had always regarded her as an Elder and had never had any thoughts of overstepping boundaries.

Now that he suddenly had to engage in such an intimate act with an Elder, it was natural for him to be flustered.

Gu Shuqin also knew that this was not appropriate, but at this point, there was no other choice.

She was currently at the ninth level of the Opening Meridian Realm, just one step away from the Condensing Core Realm.

As long as she underwent one session of joint cultivation, she would be able to successfully Breakthrough to the Condensing Core Realm.

By then, not only could she ensure the Qin Family remained safe, but she could also continue to bring Lin Yuan to establish a foothold in the Cloud Ripple Sect.

Since they had to engage in joint cultivation, a man was definitely needed.

Letting her make contact with those lecherous Elders would be worse than killing her.

After thinking it over, only her own disciple was suitable.

He was handsome and had good character.

Furthermore, he was hardworking, capable, and knew how to respect his Elders.

Although his talent was a bit lacking, this could be made up for later.

With the power of the Yin Yang Divine Skill, plus her assistance, Lin Yuan's future achievements would certainly not be bad.

Besides, how could a woman as sought-after as her be cheapened by other men?

As the saying goes, fertile water does not flow to outsiders' fields; letting her disciple benefit could be considered keeping it within her own circle.

That said, the only inappropriate point was the fact that he was her disciple.

With this relationship in place, she always felt uneasy.

"Forget it. A husband's disciple does not count as a disciple. At worst, I will expel him from the sect later, and then he and I will have no relationship."

Thinking of this, Gu Shuqin hardened her heart and untied the sash at her waist, "There is nothing wrong with it; you just need to do as I say."

Suddenly, Lin Yuan's eyes widened, and he kept scanning this plump, snow-white celestial body, murmuring, "But..."

Such an impudent gaze made Gu Shuqin's pretty face flush, and she hurriedly urged, "Stop with the 'buts'. Hurry and take off your mourning clothes first. You can't let your Revered Master's Wife be the only one exposed, right?"

"...Wouldn't I be taking advantage of my Revered Master's Wife?"

"I am not an outsider, so what if I let you take some advantage?"

"No..."

"Stop dithering. I am a woman and I am not afraid, so why are you, a grown man, still so timid?"

Since she had said so, how could Lin Yuan not comply?

He immediately did as told.

Then, under the guidance of his Revered Master's Wife, they began the joint cultivation.

They pressed their palms together, their bodies slowly moving closer, mobilizing the Yin and Yang Qi to circulate within their bodies, continuously revolving, transforming into wisps of pure Origin Qi, which they refined and absorbed.

As the cultivation progressed, the two pressed closer and closer, and Lin Yuan's heart became increasingly shocked.

By now, no matter how foolish he was, he understood what she wanted to do.

His reason told him that what they were doing was wrong, but the arrow was already on the string, and he had no choice but to proceed.

"I am sorry, Revered Master..."

In desperation, he silently recited this in his heart, then cast aside distracting thoughts and began to Cultivate seriously.

...

It is unknown how much time passed.

One round of cultivation ended, and Gu Shuqin sat cross-legged, digesting the pure Origin Qi she had obtained.

Lin Yuan lay beside her, his face full of exhaustion.

Cultivating this technique was truly not a simple matter.

Especially since her cultivation level was above his, which caused him to be passive most of the time, allowing himself to be at her mercy.

This made him feel stifled, thinking that when his cultivation achieved success in the future, he would definitely take back the initiative.

Wait? Why would I have such a thought?

Lin Yuan was shocked by himself!

His Revered Master had just died, and the seventh day after his death had not even passed; how could he be disrespectful to his Revered Master's Wife?

This was unfilial!

He immediately put away his absurd thoughts and calmed his mind to perceive his own condition.

Although this cultivation session was tiring, the gains were also great.

His cultivation level had skyrocketed from the fifth level of the Body Tempering Realm directly to the ninth level of the Body Tempering Realm.

This made him feel ecstatic!

One must know that for a Cultivator from an ordinary Family background, every level of improvement in the Body Tempering Realm required consuming a large amount of resources!

And now, he had broken through four minor Realms just through one session of cultivation. This was too unbelievable, right?

Was the Cultivation Technique his Revered Master's Wife mentioned actually this powerful?

Then wouldn't he be able to open his meridians and Condense his Core after a few more sessions?

At this time, Gu Shuqin stopped her cultivation and opened her eyes.

Her skin was crystal clear and bright, her temperament cold and otherworldly, and the aura emitted from her body was clearly much stronger than before.

Lin Yuan realized, "Revered Master's Wife, did you have a Breakthrough?"

Gu Shuqin smiled, "Yes. Through this cultivation, I successfully had a Breakthrough to the first level of the Condensing Core Realm."

Lin Yuan said happily, "That's great! With this cultivation level, we finally don't have to fear the Lei Family and the Xie Family anymore."

Mentioning these two families, coldness appeared in Gu Shuqin's eyes, "If they dare to touch the Qin Family, I will definitely make them pay the price."

Hearing such cold and stern words, Lin Yuan could not help but worry, "The head of the Lei Family and the head of the Xie Family should both have cultivation levels beyond the first level of the Condensing Core Realm. If they join forces, are you confident you can deal with them?"

Gu Shuqin stretched out her slender finger and poked the man's forehead, saying with doting, "You rascal, you are only in the Body Tempering Realm yourself, yet you are worrying about your Revered Master."

Lin Yuan's face was full of sincerity, "Revered Master's Wife, you are the closest person to me besides my parents, how could I not worry about you?"

Gu Shuqin said softly, "Rest assured, Lin Yuan. As someone with a special Physique, my combat power is not something ordinary Cultivators can compare to."

"Special Physique?"

Lin Yuan looked stunned, and then asked, "What kind of Physique do you have?"

"Profound Yin Physique."

"Profound Yin Physique?"

"Correct. This Physique possesses an endless supply of Yin Qi, which not only enhances combat power but also has great benefits for the opposite sex."

Hearing this, Lin Yuan thought of the improvement in his own cultivation and couldn't help but realize, "No wonder I broke through four minor Realms in a row. So it was all thanks to you, Revered Master's Wife?"