52: Transfer of Yin and Yang Qi

"Elder!"

"Greetings, Elder!"

As the first light of dawn gradually scattered, everything within the Righteous Qi Sect began to awaken, and the Disciples rose one after another to begin their activities.

On the path leading to the Main Hall, the Evil Dao Cultivators of the Righteous Qi Sect bowed one by one toward the trio.

Their postures were respectful, and their expressions revealed a hint of awe.

However, as their gazes swept over the two Disciples following behind Guo Yuanxiang, they could not hide a trace of pity in their eyes.

These pitying looks were like sharp blades piercing Yao Yian's heart, filling him with secret resentment. He cursed Tang Heng a thousand times in his mind, wishing he could strangle him to death right then and there.

At this moment, Yao Yian had changed into a new, clean Righteous Qi Sect Daoist robe, the grey-brown fabric swaying gently in the morning breeze.

He finally looked somewhat like a Cultivator.

Yao Yian, endure!

There would be plenty of time to strangle this fellow later.

Tang Heng, walking in front, was completely oblivious. He was in a pleasant mood, his steps light, and he didn't notice the trace of resentment in the gaze behind him.

The three of them soon arrived before a luxurious palace. The magnificent building was like a celestial star fallen to the Mortal world, resplendent and golden.

Six beautiful female Disciples stood before the hall, elegant and poised in two rows, bowing slightly.

"Greetings, Elder."

"Mhm. Take these two to be washed. Make sure they are cleaned thoroughly from top to bottom."

"Yes, Elder."

The six female Disciples answered in unison.

Although these female Disciples maintained proper decorum in their movements, they could not hide the hidden playfulness in their eyes.

"Don't be shy, you two little Junior Brothers."

The playful banter was like a spring breeze blowing past, making one feel a sense of vibrant life bursting forth.

Half an hour later, after being washed and groomed, the two were pushed into the palace.

The main doors creaked and shut heavily behind them, as if sealing away all the clamor of the outside world.

Inside the palace, the decor was warm and comfortable, with exquisite purple curtains hanging on the walls.

The light gauze in the morning light exuded a dreamlike atmosphere, as if one were in a place of ultimate bliss.

Within this large, pink hibiscus canopy, the silhouette of a beautiful woman was faintly visible.

She gently raised an arm as fair as jade and beckoned to the two beside her.

In an instant, a powerful aura of True Essence rippled through the air.

The True Qi transformed into two invisible palms, easily pulling the two into the hibiscus canopy.

"Both of you sit cross-legged first and close your eyes."

Am I really going to suffer such a calamity today?

My precious Primal Yang.

Tang Heng!

You've screwed me over once again.

However, to their surprise, the thing they expected did not happen... Guo Yuanxiang sat quietly cross-legged between them, her hands gently forming complex hand seals as she mobilized the Yin Fiendish Blood Qi within her body to transfer it to the two of them.

Suddenly, at that moment, a suffocating, filthy Yin Qi began to permeate the air, surging out from her body.

It was like a black tide, surging and powerful, filling the entire canopy.

This filthy Yin Qi was a side effect derived from her unique Cultivation Technique.

During the process of Cultivation, a malevolent Yin Qi would be generated. This Yin Qi usually hid within the Meridians, but once enough accumulated to erupt, the pain would be heart-piercing, as if hundreds of blades were constantly slicing through the flesh.

At its most severe, the practitioner might even face the tragic fate of their body exploding.

For this reason, Guo Yuanxiang had to periodically find male Cultivators possessed of Yang Qi to try and transfer this filthy Yin Qi out to ensure her own safety.

Thinking back, most of the Disciples she had found in the past had perished afterward; only a few with higher cultivation were able to keep their lives.

This was the reason Guo Yuanxiang was willing to pay a great price to save Tang Heng.

A Cultivator at the Nascent Light Realm Ninth Layer could absorb at least fifty percent of her filthy Yin Qi, treating most of her hidden ailments.

As for Yao Yian, she had only called him over to appreciate his looks since he was quite handsome.

After all, who could have predicted that the Dual Cultivation female Devil Head, who seemed all-encompassing, dressed magnificently, and appeared charming and seductive, was actually just a pure-hearted lesbian.

Like tender petals encased in armor, she used hardness to hide her fragility and truth.

"Focus your minds and give your all to refine this Yin Qi. Otherwise, once the Yin Qi attaches to your bodies, your flesh and blood will instantly rot."

Her voice carried an unquestionable authority.

"Yes!"

Tang Heng was secretly startled, finally understanding her true intention.

But there was no way out now; he had to bow his head while under someone else's roof. He could only silently absorb the Yin Qi, his heart filled with unspeakable bitterness.

He activated his Cultivation Technique, and instantly, the Yin Qi swept in like a tide.

The Yin Qi raged and tumbled, tearing at his limbs and bones.

"Ah... Ah..."

Heart-wrenching pain flooded over him like a tide, making it hard for him to breathe.

This Yin Qi came with great force, thick and freezing.

Because Guo Yuanxiang intentionally guided it, the vast majority of the Yin Qi went to Tang Heng, with only a minuscule portion diverted to Yao Yian.

Hiss... Yao Yian's eyelids twitched violently. He felt as if his body was being crushed back and forth by several large trucks, or as if he were undergoing the same torture as Shang Yang.

Regardless, this intense pain was far beyond what he, as someone from the Blue Star, could endure.

Before many breaths had passed, Yao Yian's consciousness was already becoming blurred.

He knew that if he continued to absorb this Yin Qi like this, he definitely wouldn't be able to hold on.

Suddenly, a bold idea surfaced in his mind.

Yao Yian's brow twitched slightly, a glimmer of hope flashing through his heart.

Since the twin star mirror could absorb all substances containing Spiritual Qi, even evil spirits, why not try it with this Yin Qi?

At this thought, he did not hesitate to adjust his posture.

He secretly concentrated his attention to drive his True Qi, activating the power of the twin star mirror.

True Qi circulated, and the twin star mirror was activated.

Within the Sea of Consciousness, the twin star mirror seemed to feel his summons, and its surface lit up slightly.

Immediately, a miniature vortex erupted from within Yao Yian's body, attracting thousands of strands of filthy Yin Qi and rushing toward him rapidly.

Under the suction of this miniature vortex, countless strands of filthy Yin Qi gradually entered the twin star mirror.

Ding, ding, ding.

Inside the Sea of Consciousness space, the crisp sound of the twin star mirror, like a musical instrument, echoed continuously.

The twin star mirror was constantly devouring and refining this Yin Qi, converting it into cultivation for Yao Yian.

Absorb it for me!

With a thought, he exerted all his strength to drive the twin star mirror, frantically absorbing that filthy Yin Qi.

The Yin Qi that had been raging inside his body was instantly and completely eliminated.

As the Yin Qi dissipated, Yao Yian felt a surge of warm power sweeping through him. Now, his cultivation was faintly advancing.

Not enough, I want more.

The desire in Yao Yian's heart grew stronger, and he began to take the initiative.

Absorb!

More and more filthy Yin Qi was gradually drawn away under his summons.

Her hidden ailments were gradually being cured, causing Guo Yuanxiang to unexpectedly feel an unprecedented sense of comfort.

She couldn't help but let out a soft moan... However, a moment later, she noticed something was wrong.

Her brow furrowed slightly, her closed eyes slowly opened, and a look of confusion flashed in her beautiful eyes.

The twin star mirror continuously refined the Yin Qi, and fifteen minutes passed quietly.

Aside from some Yin Qi on Tang Heng's body, the Yin Qi within Guo Yuanxiang's body had been entirely dispelled.

Another fifteen minutes later, when the twin star mirror had completed all the refining, Yao Yian's cultivation had steadily reached the Late Stage of the Nascent Light Realm Seventh Layer.

He was only one step away from entering the Nascent Light Realm Seventh Layer Peak.

This speed could not be described as anything but fast. An ordinary Late Stage Nascent Light Realm evil Cultivator would have to slaughter the Mortals of at least five or six towns to increase their Realm by such a level.

But it's still a bit short, otherwise I could definitely break through to a new Realm.

In fact, if Yao Yian had been willing to absorb all the Yin Qi on Tang Heng's body, he would have definitely made a Breakthrough in one go, but he refused to do so.

He had to torment the other party properly.

Guo Yuanxiang took a set of new clothes from her spatial ring and elegantly changed into them. "This matter is concluded. You two may leave. Cultivate well."

"Thank you, Elder."

"Cough, cough... Thank you, Elder."

The two bowed gratefully, put on the clothes prepared nearby, and prepared to leave.

"Wait!"

The two had just turned around after dressing. Hearing this, they could only turn back and bow their heads.

"May I ask if the Elder has any further instructions?"

Tang Heng nodded slightly, his voice tinged with a hint of nervousness.

"What is your name?"

Guo Yuanxiang casually pointed at Yao Yian, appearing to be just a routine inquiry.

"In response to the Elder, he is my younger cousin."

Tang Heng responded immediately.

"Let him answer for himself!"

"Yes."

"Tell her your name from when you were alive. Don't say anything extra."

Tang Heng's instructional voice echoed in Yao Yian's mind. He knew that this Puppet had likely awakened a trace of intelligence.

Some of the other's behaviors and manners had long since moved beyond the scope of stiffness, appearing incredibly lively.

However, the control methods buried deep within his Soul were still there, so he didn't need to worry about losing control over him.

"In response to the Elder, this Disciple is Yao Yian."

"Hehe, I observe that your demeanor is incredibly lively, seemingly no different from an ordinary person."

"But I sense that you are not a living person."

Guo Yuanxiang's voice carried a hint of teasing.

"He is your Puppet, isn't he?"

Guo Yuanxiang turned to look at Tang Heng, bluntly exposing the truth with a playful smile.

Tang Heng's heart jolted, and countless thoughts flashed through his mind. After a moment's reflection, he honestly revealed Yao Yian's true identity.

"In response to the Elder, this is indeed a Puppet I have refined."

"He is called a Kui Corpse, refined from the remains of a young Cultivator I was fortunate enough to obtain."

"Is that so..."

Guo Yuanxiang cast a subtle, flirtatious glance, a playful expression appearing on her face.

She could only believe thirty percent of Tang Heng's words.

After all, in this world where evil and demonic Cultivators held sway, one could lose their life with the slightest lapse in caution. Who wouldn't be wary?

"Can you chat with me for a bit?"

Her tone was soft, yet it carried an order that could not be refused.

"I haven't felt this relaxed in a very long time."

"As you command, Elder. This Disciple will certainly tell you everything I know."

Tang Heng responded respectfully, but secretly became wary again.

"Don't be so stiff. Do you have a Dao Companion? What are your plans for the future?"

"None. I have cultivated for forty years and seen far too much intrigue. Right now, I only wish to break through to the Spirit Manifestation Realm as soon as possible to increase my Lifespan."

"Hehe, I am not that old either."

"If you don't mind, you can call me 'Sister'."

Guo Yuanxiang's bell-like, pleasant laughter rang out again.

Tang Heng's expression instantly became solemn upon hearing this, and he spoke without hesitation:

"Sister."

Guo Yuanxiang pursed her lips and couldn't help but reach out to caress his face:

"You really have no shame, little brother."

Beside them, Yao Yian, who was watching the two chat intimately with a expressionless face, thought to himself:

Endure. There will be plenty of time to strangle this guy named Tang.

After the small talk, Guo Yuanxiang finally got to the point.

"Little brother, since you're unwilling to say more, I won't ask."

"This Kui Corpse of yours is of great use to me; it can dissipate the Yin Fiendish Qi on my body."

"Also, this Kui Corpse of yours is extraordinary. You should make good use of it."

"I bestow this Magic Treasure upon you to be used for nourishing this Kui Corpse."

"Bring it to my Fragrant Flower Hall once every half-month from now on. There will be additional rewards then."

As Guo Yuanxiang spoke, her wrist moved slightly, and she took out a bronze bracelet from her spatial ring.

The bronze bracelet emitted a faint halo throughout, and one could tell at a glance it was extraordinary.

Stepping forward slowly, she lightly slipped the bracelet onto Yao Yian's wrist.

However, not long after returning to their residence, this bracelet was heartlessly confiscated by Tang Heng.

To this, Yao Yian made another heavy note in his little mental ledger.

As Tang Heng injected True Essence into it, the bronze bracelet instantly lit up with a grey barrier, forming a powerful shield.

"Not bad. It can actually withstand a full-strength strike from the Spirit Manifestation Realm."

The corners of Tang Heng's mouth curled up slightly, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.

"Carrying it normally can also enhance one's cultivation."

He put the treasure away in his storage, but his joy was fleeting.

Because he knew that his Lifespan was already running low.

"A little over a year?"

"In such a short time, I'm afraid I won't even be able to prepare more high-tier Gu insects."

"It seems there is only one path left for me."

He looked up at the distant mountains, his gaze like a torch, firm and persistent.

"Epoch Battlefield."