"It actually... works!" Gu Yue couldn't help but gape in astonishment.
Once Jing Shaoyu entered a meditative state, Gu Yue, who had been observing intently, noticed something remarkable. Gradually, the energy between Jing Shaoyu and Xu Xiaoyan began to merge, creating a unique resonance. Their breathing became synchronized, their heartbeats aligned, and, most importantly, their soul power started to weave together, forming a new flow.
In Gu Yue's perception, Jing Shaoyu and Xu Xiaoyan were no longer two separate entities. Instead, they had fused into one, almost as if they were in a martial soul fusion state, though this state felt smoother and more harmonious.
The energy formed between the two took on a vibrant orange-red hue, like a radiant star, exuding a noble, untouchable aura mixed with an inviting warmth—a blend of contradictions.
Gu Yue's eyes flickered with a complex expression, her thoughts unreadable.
As for Jing Shaoyu, he felt an overwhelming sense of bliss. He could distinctly sense Xu Xiaoyan's presence and emotions, and their soul power wove together, creating a new type of energy that resonated through both of them, boosting their soul power at a heightened rate.
After about an hour and a half, Jing Shaoyu and Xu Xiaoyan completed a full cycle of their soul power, slowly withdrawing from their synchronized state.
Jing Shaoyu opened his eyes with a contented smile, only to be met by the radiant joy on Xu Xiaoyan's face. She looked positively ecstatic, an array of positive emotions displayed openly as she suddenly lunged at him, embracing him tightly.
"Xiao Yu-ge, I'm so happy! I feel like I can't be without you now!" Xu Xiaoyan exclaimed joyfully.
"Alright, alright, I can see that you're happy," Jing Shaoyu responded with a helpless chuckle, patting her back gently to calm her excitement.
He was thrilled as well. He had never expected his spontaneous idea to actually work so effectively. Today, when he saw the Zhou sisters, he recalled certain aspects of martial soul fusion. Then he remembered the unique bond between Huo Yuhao and Wang Dong'er, which resulted in a special kind of soul power called "Haodong Power."
If their bond could create Haodong Power, could it be possible that all soul masters capable of martial soul fusion shared a similar potential? This idea had lingered in his mind since he and Gu Yue first performed their fusion technique. The difficulty was in testing it since martial soul fusion pairs were rare and secretive.
Now, after testing it with Xu Xiaoyan, he was halfway convinced of his theory. All that remained was to try it with Gu Yue.
As if sensing his thoughts, Gu Yue cleared her throat and asked, "So, how was the outcome?"
Jing Shaoyu gently released Xu Xiaoyan from the embrace, prompting her to sit up as well. "It was great! I'd say my cultivation efficiency increased by about ten percent. Once Xiaoyan and I are more practiced with the process, that boost could grow even more."
If Jing Shaoyu's solo cultivation was a baseline of 1, then training with Xu Xiaoyan raised that to 1.1—a significant improvement.
"Eh? Xiao Yu-ge, only ten percent for you? I felt mine improve by about twenty percent!" Xu Xiaoyan said, surprised.
"That's because your soul power level is lower, so the effect is more pronounced," Jing Shaoyu explained with a smile, ruffling her hair.
"Oh, I see! Hehe, having a lower level does have its perks," Xu Xiaoyan replied, grinning happily.
"You little goof." Jing Shaoyu chuckled, then turned to Gu Yue. "Alright, your turn, Gu Yue."
Gu Yue nodded calmly. "Alright."
She glanced at Xu Xiaoyan with a steady gaze, and understanding her silent message, Xu Xiaoyan reluctantly got off the bed.
"Xiaoyan, stand guard for us," Jing Shaoyu instructed gently.
"Alright," Xu Xiaoyan replied, her smile genuine despite her reluctance.
Gu Yue took a seat opposite Jing Shaoyu on the bed, crossing her legs as she reached out her hands, ready to begin without needing any instructions.
Jing Shaoyu smiled as he placed his hands against hers, palms touching.
Gu Yue closed her eyes and quickly fell into a meditative state, impressing Jing Shaoyu with her speed. Not wanting to delay, he closed his eyes and emptied his mind, quickly slipping into meditation.
The two maintained this position, hands pressed together, both fully immersed in their soul power circulation. However, unlike his experience with Xu Xiaoyan, this time there was no fusion, no merging. Their soul powers flowed but remained entirely separate, as if blocked by an invisible wall.
Xu Xiaoyan watched from the side, scratching her head in confusion.
An hour later, Gu Yue was the first to awaken. Her eyes held a mixture of pain, struggle, and resignation. Without a word, she rose, leaving the room in silence.
Jing Shaoyu opened his eyes shortly after, confused. "How could this be?"
His attempt at dual cultivation with Gu Yue had failed. Though they could sense each other's presence, something intangible had prevented them from fully merging, as he had done with Xu Xiaoyan. He suspected he understood the reason.
Gu Yue, deep within, harbored too many secrets, secrets she was unwilling to share, and which she didn't want him to uncover. It explained her conflicted look when she opened her eyes.
Jing Shaoyu lowered his gaze, lost in thought.
"Xiao Yu-ge, how did it go?" Xu Xiaoyan asked curiously, sensing the unusual atmosphere. She had guessed the outcome but couldn't help feeling a bit triumphant, though she quickly grew worried.
Jing Shaoyu shook his head with a smile. "Nothing to worry about. Gu Yue might have been out of sorts today. I'll try again wit
h her another time."
"Oh, alright," Xu Xiaoyan nodded thoughtfully.
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