Peerless Little Immortal Doctor

With a wave of Xia Liu's delicate hand, a torrent of energy surged into the stele.

In an instant, the stele radiated brilliantly, engraving Xia Liu's name at the topmost position.

"Haha! Chief Xia, you are mighty!!"

"What an impressive way to leave your name!"

"Terrifying! This is the power of someone who can instantly defeat a Late Stage Innate Martial Artist!"

Xia Liu's flamboyance drew constant cries from the onlookers.

In their excitement, they all regarded Xia Liu as a figure of worship; in the future, surpassing him became their utmost goal!

Ignoring the crowd's excitement, Xia Liu followed Ye Hai back to the manor.

Watching the elegant figure depart, Ye Min tightened his grip on the longsword in his hand.

In the end, he lowered his head.

He realized that he could never compare to anyone, perhaps only by striving in his cultivation he would someday make a renowned name for himself in the Warrior Realm.

Upon returning to the Ye Family manor, it was near twilight.

This time, Xia Liu experienced the enthusiasm of the Ye Family.

Marvelous!

Deep into the night, after parting from the banquet, Xia Liu effortlessly returned to the room.

This was the private room arranged by Ye Xuan for himself and Guo Man.

Ye Xuan, of course, noticed that Guo Man did not share a room with him.

This event today seems to be intended to help him.

However, Xia Liu wouldn't act rashly, as he had promised that the day Guo Man successfully cultivated, he would accept her.

That time has not yet arrived.

On the bed, the silk blanket lightly covered, the lady's long eyelashes continuously trembled.

In her heart, there was a hint of anxiety: "What is Xia Liu up to? He's been in the room for so long, why hasn't he gone to bed yet?"

Guo Man wanted to open her eyes to see Xia Liu, but she was afraid of turning around and encountering unexpected awkwardness.

Thinking it over, she decided to see what Xia Liu was doing.

As she leaned her body, her spiritual eyes opened, only to see the solitary figure sitting by the window.

Outside the window shone the thick, shining stars.

He hunched, his side leaning against the frame.

His side profile was filled with mystery, with a melancholic beauty.

"Hmm? Did I disturb you?"

Detecting movement from the bed, Xia Liu quickly turned his face, a warm smile brightening the entire room.

Guo Man didn't speak, looking at his smiling cheeks, she understood how much bitterness Xia Liu concealed.

Suddenly, she rose, running barefoot to the window, her white jade hands wrapping around his thin body.

"Xia Liu, I don't want you to keep running around for me, you must be very tired, why don't you get some rest?"

Guo Man choked up, forcing herself to speak.

She couldn't bear to see Xia Liu like this.

Life in Osmanthus Village was good; she was willing to live with Xia Liu in such a place, free from worldly concerns, like the Peach Blossom Spring.

"I can't rest; if I stop, I could die at any moment."

Xia Liu smiled gently, as if joking, yet so true.

"Why? Why do you say that?"

The mention of death deeply shocked Guo Man; she didn't know how to express her inner panic, only tightening her embrace.

"You heard today that my cultivation was at Qi Cultivation Layer Fifteen, but I accidentally consumed a poisonous herb, which has caused problems with my divine sense. If I stay idle for too long, my divine sense might perish, and though my body remains, my consciousness won't be my own..."

Xia Liu was not sure if Guo Man could understand; this was the first time he had told a girl.

Such a serious matter he didn't want to disclose, yet had to.

Because she was his closest person, being with him had cost her everything, how could he deceive further?

"How could this happen? How could this happen..."

Tears streamed from Guo Man's eye corners; she buried her head in Xia Liu's chest, feeling his warmth.

"Don't worry, as long as I keep cultivating, someday I'll restore my divine sense; I sense that day is near."

Xia Liu gently patted Guo Man's back, not wanting her to grieve too much.

"I'm so useless, if not for my flaws, you wouldn't have to rush around for me; you wouldn't... Ugh ugh ugh."

Guo Man could speak no more; Xia Liu silenced her with a kiss.

Gradually, Guo Man's arms softened.

The cries in her throat fell silent.

In the quiet atmosphere, she slowly savored unprecedented warmth.

"You have no flaws; your talent is unparalleled. When I bring you back the high-rank technique, you will surpass me."

After Guo Man calmed down, Xia Liu released his kiss, his hands resting on her shoulders, gazing at her, offering his sincerest encouragement.

"I..."

Guo Man didn't know what to say.

The just-abated emotions resurfaced.

Thinking of that warmth made her shy.

If she pressured him again, the previous situation might occur.

And the promise he mentioned would come true; it was a resolute vow.

"You're strong, truly strong. With the right direction, your future is limitless; by then, it'll be up to you to take care of little me."

"Stop being slick; don't you need to rest?"

Guo Man couldn't stand it; she urged Xia Liu to rest.

Glancing at the lonely bed, Xia Liu chuckled: "I mentioned that once you succeed in cultivation, even if you try to avoid it, even if you scream, nothing will change..."

"Even if that's the case, you should still rest now."

Guo Man knew well what Xia Liu was talking about.

This guy was incredibly righteous; whatever he promised, he followed through.

Previously, there was an instance where she was drunk nearly to death, yet he remained indifferent.

At that time, he was using her, but that's an old story.

Now their relationship was confirmed, and he still didn't act, making it hard to understand his restraint's terrifying strength.

Had Xia Liu known Guo Man's thoughts, he undoubtedly would laugh crazily.

What did she mean by his controlling strength being scary? If he weren't hunched, he'd have embarrassed himself long ago!

"Guo Man, go rest first; I've used a lot of spiritual energy today and need to cultivate to recover."

"Oh, I almost forgot."

Guo Man came to realize; for today's dissolution of that last move, he likely drained his dantian.

Once Guo Man was in bed, Xia Liu quietly sat cross-legged, his technique arising, gathering spiritual energy from the eight directions.

In his mind, he incessantly recalled Ye Wuya's words.

Shu Mountain Sect! The mysterious, formidable sect of cultivators!

From the Cultivator Era, its lineage continues to date.

The sect does not prioritize ascension and enlightenment, rather focuses on saving the world and aiding people.

Shu Mountain Sect is renowned worldwide.

Especially during the Cultivator Era and Warrior Era.

Shu Mountain frequently appeared in various corners of the realm.

Today, Shu Mountain Sect lacks its former prosperity; in this era of peace, they retreat, quietly maintaining their heritage.

Sage Qingjue, a strong figure from Ye Wuya's era.

Long ago in Kunlun Mountain, a discussion on Dharma Aspect forged connections, later sustained through a cold war due to differing ideologies, creating a relationship that appeared both friendly and hostile...