Chapter 492 - A True Woman Acts First and Reports Later!

The rains whispered secrets, and to Lian Xi, it felt like a dream.

At first, it was all tender sweetness, a sensation of warmth tingling through her body, as his every move unveiled new realms of her youth. Soft murmurs of dreams and the dew on the forest leaves accompanied their gentle beginnings.

As the moment deepened, a sudden downpour unleashed chaos, resembling the torrents of a storm. Yet the true resilience of the Yin-Yang Primordial Martial Furnace far surpassed that of mortals. Seemingly delicate but as vast as the seas, it caught and blended even the fiercest of emotions into harmony.

It was just like in her dreams, but only through living it did she grasp the reality of their emotional fusion.

Eventually, the storm abated, and in the lazy haze that followed the rain, Lian Xi's slender arms embraced the youth in her hold, and they drifted into deep sleep. Even in her dreams, a sweet smile lingered on her lips, suggesting a sense of complete fulfillment.

The forest around them seemed to revive, casting off the decaying power of that day.

The long night stretched on.

By mid-morning, Yun Xiao awoke, finding the purity of snow in his arms—her delicacy and charm precious as pearls, almost melting in his hands.

And wasn’t everything about her just like Chen Xi?

His gaze fell on the grass, stained slightly red with dew.

"The same person, the first snow twice..."

Such wonders, it seemed, belonged only to the incarnation of transcending calamity of the Primordial Immortal Ancestor.

Originally destined to protect humanity without a hint of romantic desire, destined to end their own lives upon fulfilling their mission... yet, fate had entwined her with Yun Xiao.

Whether for better or worse, he couldn’t yet say.

“Stop pretending, I know you’re awake,” Yun Xiao murmured, kissing her lightly blushed cheek.

"How did you know?" Lian Xi, shy to open her eyes, mumbled, her voice tiny. She would later blush at the thought of her prior abandon.

"You stirred," Yun Xiao said with a smile.

"I did not... I need to dress..." Before she could finish, she was pulled back into the realm of dreams.

Even the passing clouds above paused to help cover them.

By noon, Yun Xiao's second session had completed smoothly. During the process, a third of Lian Xi's Yin Furnace power surged into him, akin to the Primordial Martial Furnace re-entering the Nine Suns Dantian, propelling Yun Xiao to a breakthrough in his cultivation.

For the first time, he broke through the Five Decays Realm, transforming all his sacred power into celestial power, stepping into the Early Yin Immortal Realm.

The second session provided even greater benefits. From receiving one tenth of Lian Xi's power to one third, Yun Xiao broke through two more stages and stepped into the Late Yin Immortal Realm.

In just one day and night, Yun Xiao had broken through seven stages, starting from the Early Five Decays Realm. He'd transformed from a promising young talent in the Primordial Ruins to one of its top powerhouses, ready to challenge even top Yang Immortals!

Lian Xi, having surrendered a third of her Yin Furnace power, found herself regressing to the Early Yang Immortal Realm, now utterly outmatched by Yun Xiao's true self.

This was the crucial shift brought about by their prior sessions of

cultivation

.

The third session was key.

Eager to continue while the iron was hot, Yun Xiao saw Lian Xi's weakened state, drained and unable to even stand from fatigue, and decided to let her rest a while longer.

"Well done, Lil Xi, the bait's in his mouth now," the little white tiger whispered, sneaking close to Lian Xi's ear. "Just rest up, and soon it'll be time to reel in the big fish."

"I feel a bit panicked, like I've lost a lot already," Lian Xi said weakly.

"Don't fret over what's lost or gained; you can't catch the wolf without setting the trap," the little white tiger spoke earnestly.

After pausing, it sneered at Yun Xiao's cultivating figure, "The fool, he's utterly bewitched!"

"Pomelo, I'll soon be a True Immortal, master of all, right?" Lian Xi sounded unsure.

"Absolutely! I've calculated it; a massive transformation awaits you, setting you on an invincible path. He may lead now, but soon he'll be your little plaything. Next time, it's your turn on top, and no more humming and hawing under his influence!" the little white tiger said fiercely.

"But... I feel so guilty. I never asked for his consent," Lian Xi's eyes were complex, deep in thought.

"Consent be damned! Speak up now, and you'll let the duck slip through your fingers! A true woman acts first and reports later. Once we take the lead, we'll settle his old scores of ungentlemanly conduct. Think about it—he's been so indecent; doesn't that anger you?" the little white tiger coaxed.

"I am angry!" Lian Xi pouted, recalling the War Princess and feeling her teeth itch with irritation.

"Such men need to be put in their place, or they'll do as they please. We need to teach him a lesson, make sure he behaves!" the little white tiger stirred her up.

"Put him in his place, yes... alright!" With that, Lian Xi's thoughts cleared.

"What are you muttering about?"

Just then, Yun Xiao turned and smiled, asking.

"Nothing, nothing!" Lian Xi, never having schemed before, felt her heart race nervously, her large eyes darting about, unable to meet Yun Xiao's gaze.

"Are you rested?" Yun Xiao coughed, his smile like a fresh breeze.

"Not yet!" Lian Xi hurriedly crossed her legs, her voice tinged with panic. "Don't come over, I'm not mentally prepared yet."

"You need mental preparation for the third time?" Yun Xiao asked, puzzled.

"Shoot, I've given myself away..." Lian Xi coughed awkwardly, quickly changing the subject. "Umm, you seem to have improved again?"

"Oh, yes," Yun Xiao stretched, his muscles relaxing. "You truly are my lucky star. To think that our love could broaden my path on the journey to immortality."

"It's just luck, sheer luck," Lian Xi laughed, her smile forced and tinged with a touch of pain and guilt.

Yun Xiao's vigor, now more radiant than ever, had come at the cost of her weakness.

He smiled at this straightforward and endearing girl, his heart filled with wonder. How could the incarnation of transcending calamity, a being of such immense power, be so adorable?

Chen Xi too had her charms, though she was lonelier, often wearing a stern expression.

"When do you plan to tear open her heart and insert the stone? You could force it now," Blue Star whispered covertly.

"Not now." Yun Xiao shook his head.

"Why? You said it's just a memory, not another person," Blue Star pressed quietly.

"If it's a memory, once inserted, she'll know everything, and why would she come to me a third time?" Yun Xiao looked up at the sky, marked by celestial storms, and said coldly, "The body double and the blood slave have reached their limits; I can't find a way to become a True Immortal just yet. I need to grow stronger in the mortal realm, and only my original form can break through. Time is tight, her third time could save me a lot of effort."

"Forgot what happened last time on the third?" Blue Star remarked coolly.

"I've learned my lesson; I won't let her die again," Yun Xiao said, his brow furrowed.

"Oh really?" Blue Star chuckled. "Back to the first question, are you truly certain that Chen Xi's transcending calamity crystal is just another memory and not a Chen Xi that could kill Lian Xi?"

"I am certain," Yun Xiao nodded firmly.

"That's not certainty, that's hope, desire. You can't bear to lose either incarnation of transcending calamity, so

one person, two memories

is the only way to save them both," Blue Star explained.

"You don't understand," Yun Xiao inhaled deeply, looking earnestly at Lian Xi. "In deep interactions between people, many truths can be felt. Chen Xi is her dream, and through Lian Xi's body, she's responding to my pursuit..."

With that, Yun Xiao closed his eyes. "Truly, I feel it. She's responding to me, matching my steps."

"Be bolder; maybe it's the Primordial Immortal Ancestor matching you," Blue Star rolled his eyes.

Yun Xiao smiled slightly. No matter what Blue Star said, nothing could shake his resolve. He looked at the charming Lian Xi, and in his mind, he also saw a figure in a dragon robe, their expressions overlapping.

"In the morning, she is sunny and clear; at noon, she is noble and transcendent... But, no matter the time of day, she is one and the same!" Yun Xiao declared with conviction.

Red Moon, having heard all this, came to a conclusion, "Basically, he's okay as long as he still has his Senior Sister Zhao!"