Over the next two months, Xu Fang stayed true to his commitment, choosing not to absorb Yin Qi for cultivation even during Dual Cultivation sessions with Long Xiu. Inside the LOG treasure, his dedication yielded significant results.
Xu Fang not only mastered advanced techniques but also learned additional skills, which he practiced diligently on artificial beasts in the forest. Additionally, he stockpiled a considerable number of Tier-3 Pills, matching his earlier accomplishments with Tier-1 and Tier-2 in the lower levels of the forest. The Gray Star Training Rings, now at the fifth star in all four, served as constant companions, evidence of his unwavering determination.
At the same time, Long Xiu, fueled by the resources provided by Xu Fang, earnestly pursued her growth. Breaking through into the Celestial Integration Realm (Qi Emperor), she showcased remarkable progress.
As a happily married couple living within the LOG treasure, Xu Fang and Long Xiu chose not to engage in Dual Cultivation every day, being mindful of the potential aging effects that Xu Fang had revealed. However, occasional moments of unrestrained emotions led them to embrace the unique connection formed through Dual Cultivation.
During this time, they tried a lot of things between their Dual Cultivation sessions. Xu Fang also shared with Long Xiu a technique to enhance his charms and influence others, initially hesitating due to potential risks. After persistent insistence from Long Xiu, he decided to master the technique. To his surprise, the practice unfolded smoothly, promising a valuable skill for future endeavors.
Now, at his disposal, Xu Fang can easily captivate anyone, especially women, with his charming techniques. He tested it on various individuals, including his mother, stepmothers, and a few other ladies with lower sensitivity, noting a high success rate. Occasionally, his mother and stepmother express a desire for a closer connection with him, and he seizes the opportunity. Xu Fang engages with them, sharing jokes and laughter, subtly using his charm without revealing that he's aware of their intentions.
When spending time with his mother and stepmother, Xu Fang employs his charm technique, 'Divine Allure Mastery,' along with his emotion technique, 'Supreme God of Emotion and Expression,' to influence their feelings.
However, one challenge persists for Xu Fang: building a closer bond with his sisters, Xu Min, Xu Zhi, Xu Ling, and Xu Jing. While he wishes to share cultivation techniques with them, the risk of attracting unwanted attention from his mother and stepmothers looms large, leading to unnecessary trouble.
Currently employed by Shen Yin, Xu Fang, with the support of two influential ladies, easily secures resources and techniques for his sisters. He aids them in their cultivation journey while keeping a low profile.
Within the LOG treasure, Xu Fang has mastered the ability to create Tier-3 pills. Astonishingly, in the Ledal Alchemist Association in the real world, he manages to craft mid-level Tier-2 pills in just two months, leaving his stepmother, Shen Yin, amazed.
In the ongoing bet with Shen Yin, Xu Fang is confident of victory. Having recently mastered his pill refining technique, he can flawlessly create pills ranging from Tier-1 to Tier-3 mid-level.
Today, Xu Fang is determined to claim his victory in the bet against Shen Yin and make his final move.
"Little Brother, please wait." As Xu Fang leaves the dining hall after lunch, heading towards the Ledal Alchemist Association as part of his routine, a familiar voice calls out from behind.
Halting his steps, Xu Fang turns to see Xu Min approaching him, having just finished her lunch.
"Elder Sister, what's going on?" Xu Fang inquired as Xu Min reached him.
"Little Brother, I need to discuss something important with you," Xu Min said with a serious expression.
"I'm all ears," Xu Fang replied calmly.
"Not here, let's go to my room," Xu Min suggested, and Xu Fang's eyebrows raised at her words.
"Elder Sister, what if we talk after I finish my alchemy practice?" Xu Fang proposed, as today he has plans to make a move on Shen Yin.
"No, I want to talk with you now. Do you know how challenging it's been to see you since your Element Qi Awakening Ceremony? I didn't let you today," Xu Min insisted, urging him to come with her immediately.
"Sigh, let's go." Xu Fang sighed at her persistence, signaling her to lead the way.
Xu Min smiled and led the way to her room, with Xu Fang following. Once inside, Xu Min closed and locked the door, catching Xu Fang's attention. After securing the door, Xu Min looked up at his face, as Xu Fang, being taller, required her to look up to speak to him.
"Little Brother, why have you been avoiding me? Didn't you promise to help me whenever I needed it? Have I done something wrong?" Xu Min questioned him with a sad expression.
"Elder Sister, I never intended to avoid you, and I haven't forgotten my promise to you and the others," Xu Fang reassured her, his tone comforting as he placed his hands on her shoulders.
"Then why haven't you come to talk with me or assist me in my cultivation?" Xu Min inquired about his absence in their interactions.
"Elder Sister, didn't Mother explain the reason to you?" Xu Fang asked with a puzzled expression.
"No, Mother simply said you wanted to focus on your cultivation and didn't have time for us," Xu Min conveyed what their mother had told her and the other sisters.
"What?" Xu Fang was taken aback by her words and then proceeded to share the real reason.
"Yes, I am focusing on my cultivation, but I've made time for our daily interactions. It's just that after Mother added three extra classes, along with Mother Ning, the daily routine shifted.
I asked Mother to inform you herself because she's the one who caused the change in my schedule."
"What? So, Mother didn't inform us because she made you busier with elemental classes." Xu Min was shocked, realizing that Xu Fang wasn't avoiding them by choice but was occupied due to their mother's decisions.
"Sorry, Little Brother. We wrongly assumed you didn't want to help us," Xu Min apologized, feeling remorse for the misunderstanding.
"Elder Sister, no need to apologize. Just be honest with me. Did you miss me?" Xu Fang comforted her and playfully teased her at the same time.
"Yes," Xu Min replied with a slight nod.
"If I confess that I also feel like something is missing in my life when I don't spend time with you?" Xu Fang said it with a smile, using his charm technique to enhance the impact of his words.
Upon hearing Xu Fang's words, Xu Min's heart softened, and the charming technique increased the pace of her heartbeat.
'Why is my heartbeat racing? He's very handsome. What am I thinking?' Xu Min struggled against her unexpected emotions.
"Talking and spending time with you makes me happy, but I didn't know what to do," Xu Fang mentioned with a smile, simultaneously using his emotional technique to influence her feelings.
Unable to resist his charm, Xu Min, carried away by the moment, embraced him.
"Elder Sister, never think I left you alone. You bring me happiness, and without you, how can I be happy?" Xu Fang assured her with a smile, reciprocating the hug.
"Xu Fang, I'm happy when I'm with you. I don't want to live without you," Xu Min confessed, looking into his eyes.
'Did I inadvertently use my techniques at a higher sensitivity?' Xu Fang wondered as he noticed the depth of Xu Min's emotions in her eyes, resembling someone confessing deep love.
"Elder Sister, don't worry. I won't leave you alone; you're my Elder Sister after all," Xu Fang reassured her, smiling and showing a lack of understanding of her underlying meaning.
"Xu Fang, I'm not talking about living as brother and sister," Xu Min clarified with a serious expression.
"Then?" Xu Fang asked, confused.
"I want to live with you as... your wife," Xu Min revealed with a soft voice, blushing at the last words.
"Elder Sister, do you realize what you just said? What if Mother and others hear about it?" Xu Fang asked in shock, breaking the hug, stepping back, and deactivating his techniques. He didn't want her to make such a significant decision under any external influence.
"I don't care about what they think or say. The only thing I care about is living with you," Xu Min asserted with determination, looking at Xu Fang curiously.
"Xu Fang, you don't want to live with me? You don't like me?" Xu Min questioned, a hint of hurt in her voice.
"Xu Min, I would be more than happy to live with you, but what if Mother and others don't approve of our relationship? After all, we are blood-related," Xu Fang explained, expressing concern about potential disapproval from their family.
"I've already told you, I don't care about anyone's approval. I want to be with you," Xu Min replied firmly, maintaining her serious tone.
"But what if I'm willing to live with you, and then, in the future, you meet someone you like more than me? What if you decide to leave me?" Xu Fang questioned, trying to gauge if she had completely snapped out of the influence of his techniques.
"I can prove that I never even thought of leaving you. You can imprint my soul with your Qi. If you ever sense that I'm even considering someone else, you have the right to end me on the spot," Xu Min responded, stepping forward, ready to undergo a soul imprint.
"You're being unreasonable." Xu Fang shook his head, finding her suggestion extreme. He then posed another important question.
"Answer my question honestly after careful consideration. If I happen to like someone else in the future, would you be willing to allow her to live with us?"
"I'm content with having a small place in your heart for my entire life, and I have no issue even if you decide to have more than one wife in the future," Xu Min replied without hesitation.
"Take some more time to reconsider. I don't want you to make a decision you might regret. You're still young and have a whole life ahead," Xu Fang advised her with a serious tone.
"I've already thought it through. If you didn't want to accept me, I wouldn't have asked again," Xu Min responded, maintaining her serious expression.
"Who said I didn't accept you?" Xu Fang told Xu Min, and he pulled her into his embrace.