592: Chapter 592 Affections Grow

The two looked at each other with a hint of shyness and slowly approached the couch.

He raised his hand and grasped their slightly cool fingertips; the warmth from his palms spread along their fingers as Spiritual Qi gently entwined, intimate and tender.

"There is no need to rush in Cultivation matters; you don't need to constantly worry about asking for guidance. It's not good to tire yourselves out."

"I'm not tired. Being able to accompany husband, I'm not tired at all."

Chun Hua looked up, her eyes shimmering with fragmented light, full of dependence.

"I was just thinking that I could spend more time with husband and learn more Cultivation methods."

Cui Zhu also nodded gently and spoke softly.

"Lady Xuaner said that Dual Cultivation not only enhances Cultivation but also allows Dao Companions to be of one mind. We... we want to be closer to husband and also want to enter the Qi Refinement Stage sooner."

At the mention of Dual Cultivation, their cheeks grew even redder, and their long eyelashes trembled slightly, yet they did not look away, staring straight at Situ Jun with undisguised sincerity and affection.

Since activating their Spiritual Roots that night, they had tried the Dual Cultivation method of the Dragon-Phoenix Grand Derivation True Scripture, knowing well that this method could nourish their Cultivation, stabilize their Spiritual Roots, and allow their hearts to merge, deepening their feelings.

However, because their status had just changed, the two still carried the shyness of young girls and did not dare to be too proactive, only daring to take advantage of such private moments to quietly enjoy the warmth of Dual Cultivation with him.

How could Situ Jun not understand their thoughts? The smile in his eyes deepened with indulgence and doting as he said softly:

"Alright, since that's the case, I'll do as you wish."

After speaking, he cast a Spiritual Seal, enveloping the study to prevent any disturbances.

Having received permission, joy instantly flashed in the eyes of Cui Zhu and Chun Hua. Following the pattern of the previous days, they sat cross-legged beside Situ Jun, slowly extending their hands to press their palms against his.

The moment their palms touched, a familiar warm sensation spread. The Dragon-Phoenix Grand Derivation True Scripture slowly operated, and pure, gentle Spiritual Qi flowed out from Situ Jun's body, passing through their connected fingertips and into the limbs and bones of Cui Zhu and Chun Hua.

Different from the scouring and tempering during the first Marrow Cleansing and Meridian Purification, the flow of Spiritual Qi this time was even more gentle and lingering, like a trickling stream in spring, meticulously nourishing their Meridians and warming their newly awakened Spiritual Root Origin.

Cui Zhu possessed a Wood Spiritual Root, and her Spiritual Qi was clear and long-lasting. When it merged with Situ Jun's Spiritual Qi, a faint greenish-blue halo appeared around her, and a fresh aura like plants and trees spread out. She closed her eyes, quietly feeling the Spiritual Qi slowly circulate within her body. With every breath, she could absorb the dense Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi around her, and her Cultivation steadily improved in silence.

She quietly opened her eyes and looked at Situ Jun, who was focused with closed eyes and gentle features. Seeing him concentrated on transferring Qi to her, the love in her heart spread wildly like vines. She couldn't help but slightly tighten her fingertips, holding his hand more firmly.

Chun Hua's Fire Spiritual Root carried a hint of delicate warmth, with a pink halo surrounding her, intertwining with Situ Jun's golden Spiritual Qi, lively and brilliant.

She snuggled by Situ Jun's side, completely relaxed, allowing the Spiritual Qi to nourish her. Feeling his aura at close range, her heartbeat gradually calmed, leaving only a heart full of security and tenderness.

Occasionally, when the Spiritual Qi flowed to her Dantian, bringing a burst of gentle warmth, she couldn't help but rub her shoulder slightly against his, her small movements full of a young girl's dependence and shyness.

Situ Jun controlled the measure of Spiritual Qi throughout the process, wholeheartedly protecting the two beside him.

He could clearly feel the warmth from his palms, the increasingly smooth flow of Spiritual Qi within them, and even more so, he could read the deep affection hidden in their eyes.

His ink-black eyes were full of gentle doting. While transferring Qi, he would intentionally slow down, using the gentlest way to help them stabilize their Cultivation and widen their Meridians, fearing that too much force would disturb their minds or that he would be too abrupt with the beauties.

During Dual Cultivation, intention is far more important than the Cultivation Technique.

As the Spiritual Qi merged time and again, the understanding between the three became deeper. Without words, just a glance or a touch of fingertips was enough to know each other's hearts.

Cui Zhu gradually let go of all restraint. As the Spiritual Qi flowed, she would gently lean her head on Situ Jun's shoulder and softly describe the subtle sensations of her Cultivation.

Chun Hua also became bolder, looking up at him with eyes full of admiration and asking about interesting stories on the immortal path.

Inside the study, Heart-Calming Incense curled upward, the Spiritual Qi was dense and lingering, and the candlelight flickered gently, painting the silhouettes of the three leaning against each other with exceptional tenderness.

There was no noise, no distracting thoughts, only the warmth of leaning on each other and the slowly flowing, moist Spiritual Qi.

Situ Jun would occasionally reach out and gently wrap his arms around their waists, shielding them in his embrace.

When he lowered his head, the tenderness in his eyes almost overflowed:

"Circulate the Spiritual Qi slowly; do not be impatient. On the road of Cultivation, the value lies in gradual progress."

Cui Zhu looked up and met his gentle eyes, her eyes curving into a smile as she gave a faint laugh, fully displaying the elegant aura of her Wood Spiritual Root:

"I'll listen to everything husband says. With husband here, I'm not afraid of anything."

Chun Hua also took the opportunity to hug his arm, her cheek pressed against his sleeve, her voice soft and sweet:

"Mhm, we will follow husband, Cultivate well, and always stay with husband and Lady."

Dense Spiritual Qi filled the surroundings, outlining the figures of the three with exceptional tenderness. The room was filled with warmth and lingering affection.

In the following days, this private warmth of Dual Cultivation became a sweet, unspoken secret among the three.

During the day, although the three would not be too intimate, the affection in their eyes could no longer be hidden.

When Situ Jun passed through the courtyard and saw Cui Zhu and Chun Hua accompanying Liu Xuaner to admire the flowers, he would always stop for a moment, his gaze falling on the two, making their cheeks flush red, yet they couldn't help but look up to meet his gaze, their eyes full of gentle tenderness.

Whenever Situ Jun came to Liu Xuaner's courtyard, Chun Hua would occasionally take advantage of the absence of others to quietly hand Situ Jun a plate of hand-made Spiritual Fruit pastries, the tips of her ears turning red.

Cui Zhu was gentle by nature and would always silently remember his preferences, preparing warm tea in advance, the treasure in her eyes self-evident.

Liu Xuaner saw all of this and was filled with gratification. She often laughed and teased the three, making Cui Zhu and Chun Hua shy beyond words, while Situ Jun could only shake his head helplessly, though his eyes were full of indulgence.

These days of being together day and night and practicing secret Dual Cultivation caused the feelings among the three to heat up rapidly in just a few days.

Dual Cultivation at night was no longer just the merging of Spiritual Qi but also the tender transmission of affection.

Aside from Dual Cultivation, Situ Jun would gently stroke their hair and tell them about the strange and interesting things of the outside world, as well as things to note in their future Cultivation.

Cui Zhu and Chun Hua would snuggle in his arms, listening quietly, occasionally responding softly with their fingers tightly locked, their mutual intentions becoming more certain in the night.

During Dual Cultivation, the merging of Spiritual Qi became more synchronized, and the power of the Dragon-Phoenix Grand Derivation True Scripture gradually became apparent.

Cui Zhu's Wood Spiritual Root became purer, her surrounding Spiritual Qi fresh and long-lasting, and her Cultivation had already stabilized at the Late Stage of the Body Refining Realm. Every move she made was elegant and refined.

Chun Hua's Fire Spiritual Root also became more vibrant, her Cultivation progressing simultaneously. Her cuteness gained a bit more spiritual grace, the greenness between her brows faded, and she was filled with the gentleness of being nourished by love.

Late one night, the moonlight was exceptionally bright, its clear light spilling through the window lattice into the side hall and onto the three.

The Dual Cultivation ended, and the Spiritual Qi gradually returned to calm. Cui Zhu and Chun Hua snuggled tightly in Situ Jun's arms, their cheeks flushed with the afterglow of Dual Cultivation, their surrounding Spiritual Qi moist, and their eyes full of satisfaction and attachment.

Cui Zhu raised her hand and gently stroked Situ Jun's features, her voice soft and deep with emotion:

"Husband, thank you! Meeting you is the greatest blessing of my life. Even if you leave the Northern Border, Cui Zhu will work hard to Cultivate and follow Lady to find you."

Chun Hua also looked up, her eyes shimmering with fragmented light, and tightly hugged his waist, her tone firm:

"Me too, husband. In this life, Chun Hua only loves you. The immortal path is long; I will follow you in life and death and never fail you."

Situ Jun looked down at the two whose eyes were full of sincerity, his heart softening. He reached out and gently tightened his arms, shielding them firmly in his embrace.

The moonlight was gentle, the night breeze blew softly, and the room was filled with tender affection and lingering love.

The three slept in each other's arms, their Spiritual Qi entwining and their hearts tightly connected. Their former restraint had completely vanished, leaving only a love too thick to dissolve and the certainty of staying together.

[I've crossed the line. I didn't have much of a recommendation count anyway, and not many people were reading. I just wanted to finish the original outline and have a proper beginning and end, but... misfortunes never come alone, and I was reported... sigh, thank you.]