Chapter Sixteen: The Might of Special Attributes
Yun Qinyue’s heart fluttered under Lin Yuan’s cool gaze, a wave of nerves washing over her. Though dual cultivation was not uncommon in the cultivation world, her years of ascetic focus had left her unaccustod to such intimacy. Her movents, clumsy with inexperience, betrayed her anxiety. “You… need not be so tense,” Lin Yuan said, his voice laced with a mocking chill. “If it’s dual cultivation, relax.”
His words deepened the flush on Yun Qinyue’s cheeks. She lowered her head, her voice barely audible. “I… I’ve never done this before. I’m…” Lin Yuan’s lips curled into a sneer, impatience flickering in his eyes. “Did Gu Qinghuan teach you nothing? Or did she just toss you here to fumble on your own?” Yun Qinyue’s eyes widened in panic, shaking her head. “Senior Sister… she only told to find you. Nothing else…”
Lin Yuan scoffed, his tone dripping with disdain. “Typical of her to shirk responsibility. Since she’s handed you to , don’t expect to go easy.” With that, he sat up abruptly, seizing her wrist and pulling her close. Caught off guard, Yun Qinyue stumbled, collapsing against his chest. His searing warmth sent her heart into disarray. “What… what are you doing?” she stamred, her innocence leaving her frozen, like a lamb before a predator—ironic, given she had initiated this.
Lin Yuan’s eyes glinted with mischief. “Cultivating, of course. Let’s not waste ti.” Her body stiffened, unprepared for the swift escalation. Her mind urged her to push him away, but her body betrayed her, leaning closer. His voice, low and beguiling, murmured, “Leave it to , Martial Aunt…” Overwheld, Yun Qinyue followed his lead, a suppressed spark within her igniting. A warm current surged from her dantian, her cheeks burning as she fought the urge to cry out.
Midway, Lin Yuan summoned Yun Qinyue’s attribute panel:
「Na: Yun Qinyue」.
「Age: 128」.
「Realm: Golden Core Peak」.
「Attributes: Superior Ice Spirit Root (Blue), Swordsmanship Talent (Purple), Aloof Temperant (Blue), Heart Demon Entanglent (Blue)」.
「Plunderable Special Attribute: Heart Demon Entanglent (Blue)」.
Lin Yuan’s eyes widened in surprise. Plundering an attribute without full conquest? And what’s this Heart Demon Entanglent? As he pondered, the system chid:
「Gu Qinghuan’s rapid progress, aided by the host, left Yun Qinyue unable to keep pace, birthing her heart demon. Upon learning of the host’s existence from Gu Qinghuan, Yun Qinyue’s breakthrough to Nascent Soul via the host’s aid can shatter her heart demon, enabling special plundering.」.
So that’s the connection, Lin Yuan thought, piecing together the sisters’ dynamic. A wicked grin spread across his face as he devised a plan to spite Gu Qinghuan. For this attribute and to vex her, I’ll help you. He pressed on, channelling his Pure Yang energy fully into Yun Qinyue.
An hour later, Yun Qinyue was lost in the process, wholly absorbed. Lin Yuan, with a sharp motion, delivered a resounding slap, leaving a vivid red mark on her pale skin. “Focus! Run the dual cultivation technique. You’re here to break through, not daydream. If you waste my Pure Yang energy, you’ll clean it up yourself.” Snapped from her haze, Yun Qinyue’s cheeks flushed with sha, the sting mingling with embarrassnt. How did I lose myself like that? she thought, mortified at neglecting her goal.
She nodded ekly, her voice a whisper. “Thank you… for the reminder, Martial Nephew.” But a problem arose. Tentatively, she pushed against him, her voice shy. “Martial… Martial Nephew, could you… step back? I can’t… focus like this.” Lin Yuan’s grin was roguish. “No need, Martial Aunt. This ensures optimal absorption of my Pure Yang energy. Just run the technique.” Mischievous brat, she thought, flustered but trapped.
Yun Qinyue’s protests faltered as Lin Yuan’s actions grew bolder, disrupting her concentration. “Martial Nephew… please…” she pleaded, her voice trembling, her blush deepening. He chuckled, unfazed. “Martial Aunt, aiming for Nascent Soul? Then focus. I’m rely assisting.” Assisting? What kind of breakthrough is this? she inwardly groaned. Others sought silent retreats for breakthroughs; her impish nephew tornted her instead. Yet, with no retreat possible, she steeled herself, channelling her spiritual energy toward the Golden Core in her dantian, striving to harness the technique.
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