Zhang Fei - The Abandoned Son

Shangguan Yan had already brought Zhang Xiaolong [3] into an empty room that was covered by several formations, making it impossible for sounds from outside to be heard from inside and vice versa. "We use this place to seek enlightenment, inspiration, and various other things. Therefore, my ancestors installed these formation arrays in the past, and no sound will disturb our concentration here. So, what do you understand about the true dual cultivation?"

"The true dual cultivation is not just a physical relationship, but it is more about the balance of yin and yang, body and soul, desire and transcendence, and many more." Zhang Xiaolong [3] was confused by Shangguan Yan's strange look after he said that. "Why are you looking at me like this?"

"No." Shangguan Yan shook her head. "You are still too young, and young people like you will usually follow your desires. I initially believed you would claim that true dual cultivation revolves around sex, and your response surprised me."

"Hahaha." Zhang Xiaolong [3] laughed at that. "Even though I am this young, I have already understood so many things that even other senior cultivators cannot understand. Moreover, I am not an ordinary dual cultivator, and I have too many women by my side. Most of them are much more senior than me, and they help me grow mentally."

"How many women do you have?" Zhang Xiaolong [3] gestured with his fingers, which left Shangguan Yan stunned for quite a while. "No wonder your cultivation is so fast, but they are not the only reason behind your cultivation speed, and you use many other things to improve it. By the way, you are right about the true dual cultivation, and it is indeed a mutualistic relationship. Dual cultivation is Yin and Yang, and you will not be able to become a true dual cultivator if you cannot understand both."

"Yin and Yang not only apply in dual cultivation, but they are the basis of everything, including life and death. Without them, this universe would disappear, as would everything in it, whether living or inanimate objects." Shangguan Yan nodded her head repeatedly as she listened to Zhang Xiaolong [3]. "I heard that you can use a domain related to dual cultivation; can you show it to me?"

Shangguan Yan immediately rejected his request. "Unfortunately, I can't show my domain to you because it will affect your lust, and I don't want that to happen."

"Hehe." Zhang Xiaolong [3] chuckled in response. "Your domain may be able to influence other people's lust, but it can't possibly influence me."

"Hmm?"

"Try it first, and you will know the results."

Shangguan Yan hesitated about using her domain and thought about it seriously for a while, but she still used it in the end. In no time, a black and white dome enveloped them, and two fish swam around it.

"Hmm? They are Yin and Yang fish, right?" Zhang Xiaolong [3] asked as he observed the movements of the two fish.

"Oh?" Shangguan Yan was surprised to see that Zhang Xiaolong [3] was still calm, and there was not the slightest lust in his eyes. "Do you really not feel anything?"

"No." Zhang Xiaolong [3] shook his head. "What other effects does this domain have besides affecting our lust?"

"My dual cultivation domain has many other functions, and one of them is to increase our Yin and Yang Qi, which can speed up our cultivation." Zhang Xiaolong [3] was surprised by Shangguan Yan's answer, especially since it was similar to the Qi amplifier. "The third function is to help us achieve balance in Yin and Yang, which allows us to synchronize our qi more easily. The fourth function is to trap my opponent in sexual fantasies, and that person will die from the depletion of Yin and Yang Qi if I don't free him or her. Even so, some cultivators with high mental and soul strengths can free themselves, but not many can do it because I myself am a soul cultivator."

"The fourth function of your domain is certainly cruel, but I like its effect." Zhang Xiaolong [3] then asked her. "Have you ever tried dual-soul cultivation in your domain?"

"My husband died long ago due to his carelessness, and I haven't had a partner since then, making this domain useless." Shangguan Yan released a soft sigh, remembering the past.

"But you did dual-soul cultivation in this domain in the past, right?"

Shangguan Yan nodded at him. "My late husband was also a soul cultivator, and we usually do both at the same time in this domain; otherwise, my soul cultivation level would not have reached this stage."

"Do you want to dual-soul cultivate with me?" Shangguan Yan narrowed her eyes at Zhang Xiaolong [3]. "I don't have any bad intentions, and I just want to try the effect of your domain in dual-soul cultivation."

"All right, release your soul now." Shangguan Yan said as she released her soul, but she went into shock as soon as Zhang Xiaolong [3] released his, mainly because his soul was filled with countless white lotuses, each of which had seventy-two petals. "What are those white lotuses? How can there be so many lotuses inside your soul? What are their functions?"

"These lotuses are my bonds with all my women, and their number is equal to the number of women by my side." Zhang Xiaolong [3]'s answer was confusing. Shangguan Yan appeared confused because she had never encountered such a concept in dual cultivation. "Actually, the lotus comes from one of my techniques, but it is difficult to create one. This white lotus grows in my soul because I am a man, and the black lotus is in the souls of all my women."

"Is your technique a soul technique?"

"Yes." Zhang Xiaolong [3] nodded at her. "I got the technique at the Star Tower, and I shared it with all my women. To create this lotus, we must unite our bodies, minds, and souls. Additionally, we need a profound bond, absolute trust, and an unwavering heart toward each other. Once we succeed in creating the lotus, our soul power and Qi capacity will increase quite a bit, and it will also increase and strengthen the Yin and Yang Qi in our bodies."

"Hmm?" Shangguan Yan looked at those white lotuses and counted their numbers. "Doesn't this mean that the Qi capacity in your body is almost unlimited?"

Zhang Xiaolong [3] smiled in response. "Even if I dual cultivate with all of them for several days non-stop, my Yang Qi will not experience depletion, and I even share it with some of my family."

Shangguan Yan fell silent as she continued to stare at those white lotuses inside Zhang Xiaolong [3]'s soul, and her mind thought of something unusual, but she quickly threw the idea out of her mind. "Let's try dual-soul cultivation."

"Yeah." After the two of them sat on the floor, Zhang Xiaolong [3] immediately grabbed Shangguan Yan's hand, and his soul quickly connected with hers. "Don't hold back your soul power and Yin Qi, especially since my body and soul are capable of accommodating both."

Shangguan Yan closed her eyes, and she began to channel her soul power and Yin Qi into his body and soul, followed by Zhang Xiaolong [3], who immediately did the same.

With the effect of Shangguan Yan's domain, their Yin and Yang quickly reached balance, and their Qi continued to flow in a circular manner between their bodies and souls, which became faster with each passing moment.

'This kid's control over his soul power and Yang Qi is truly amazing, and I can barely keep up with him. Fortunately, he immediately adjusted himself to my rhythm, or we would have had difficulty achieving harmony.' Something else entered Shangguan Yan's body, startling her, but she immediately recognized it as Zhang Xiaolong [3]'s beast aura. 'Did Jia Yuyan tell him that I was a swan beast? Otherwise, he wouldn't do this, right?'

Shangguan Yan was unaware that Zhang Xiaolong [3] had already used his dream lordship ability on her, especially since he had been eyeing her since they met in the test. However, he knew that he would not be able to approach her directly, and she would be furious if he used his sexual abilities on her. Therefore, he decided to use a different approach, believing that approaching her through her dreams would be the most suitable option.

Three hours later, they withdrew their soul power and Qi from each other's bodies and souls, and they returned their souls to their respective bodies afterward.

"Phew." Zhang Xiaolong [3] exhaled with a sense of relief. "What do you think about our dual-soul cultivation just now?"

"Our dual soul cultivation is the best I have ever done." Shangguan Yan replied in amazement. "I am truly amazed by your control over soul power and Yang Qi, and your soul power is also higher than your current soul level. As for your Yang Qi, I cannot measure its strength precisely because I have not done such a thing with many men, but I know it is extremely high, and the cultivation of all your women must be able to advance rapidly if they continue to dual cultivate with you."

"Their cultivation is already quite high now, but it is still not enough, and I will continue to help them become strong." Shangguan Yan nodded happily hearing that from Zhang Xiaolong [3], especially since most dual cultivators are very selfish and self-centered. "So, how do I create my domain?"

"Do you understand the laws?"

"I have reached the peak stage in several elemental laws."

Shangguan Yan nodded slightly. "First, we must comprehend the core of dual cultivation, which you have already completed. Second, we also need to comprehend the laws, and you have achieved it. Third, we must form your domain core, which is a condensation of your will, intent, and understanding. Fourth, after you have formed your core, channel your Qi to merge it with the law or concept that you have grasped. You can create your domain after that, but the initial effect may not meet your expectations, so you have the option to destroy it and start over."

"Which laws?"

"Any laws."

"I see." Zhang Xiaolong [3] closed his eyes and started trying to form his domain's core. The other clones in the training space also did the same thing as him, accelerating the process. 'My will, intent, and understanding in dual cultivation, huh? Let me try it then.'

- To Be Continued -