I Won't Give Up

"Alright, I've covered most of the things you need to know. You can let your teacher teach you the rest." Xuan Yi glanced at the slightly languid girl in the black dress.

The woman reclined in the chair, her long, narrow, and alluring eyes blinking gently, her slender fingers lightly tapping the armrests.

"Hmm, after listening to what Uncle Xuan Yi said today, I think I can try refining a higher-level pill."

Her voice carried a unique languid quality, with a slight upward slant at the end, making one feel as if a feather were gently brushing against their heart.

"What I'm saying is really that helpful to you? Garlic bird, garlic bird, anyway, your teacher is willing to let you experiment with medicinal herbs. After all, you're currently the leading young Alchemist in the Pill Tower." Xuan Yi waved his hand dismissively.

Upon hearing two familiar words from Xuan Yi's words, the woman's eyes narrowed slightly, a flicker of excitement flashing deep within her pupils.

She sat up straight, her dark blue dress outlining breathtaking curves with her movements.

"Of course, what you've described are very straightforward techniques, and the books in the Pill Tower contain entirely new knowledge that hasn't been recorded before. I've benefited immensely from them."

"Can I come to you for help if I have any questions in the future?"

After saying that, the woman winked playfully.

Upon hearing the woman's words, Xuan Yi's face showed a hint of pride. He thought to himself, "Of course there's no record of it. His Pill Book contain far more profound records and knowledge. What's so special about this?"

Xiao Tian and Xuan Yi knew each other's strengths and weaknesses. Xiao Tian was never stingy with his woman, and he had long ago imparted the entire Pill Book to Xuan Yi so that she could study it.

Xuan Yi is now fully capable of attempting to refine Tier 9 Profound Pill; he just hasn't tried it yet.

"Well, I'm glad it's helpful to you. Of course, you can ask me if you don't understand anything. After all, I'm your senior uncle, so it's only right that I take care of you."

"There is indeed something I don't understand." The woman leaned forward, her sleeve "accidentally" knocking over a teacup, but she gently caught it with her Soul Power.

Xuan Yi sensed the aura of the other party's Soul Power, his expression slightly startled, a hint of doubt flashing quickly in his eyes, before he quickly regained his composure, "You speak."

The changes in Xuan Yi's expression were all noticed by the Black Skirt Woman. A barely perceptible smile appeared on her lips. "I heard that my martial uncle has found a partner. I wonder how far your relationship has progressed?"

Hearing her words, Xuan Yi couldn't help but chuckle and shake her head, then tapped her smooth forehead with her slender finger. "You little vixen, so this is where you were waiting for me!"

Xuan Yi chuckled and scolded, but there was little blame in her tone. Instead, it carried a hint of helplessness and doting towards her younger sister's mischievousness. "What's wrong, our Cao Family Demoness? When did you become so interested in such gossipy trifles?"

The woman was touched on the forehead, but she didn't flinch. She supported her chin with her hand, and her dark blue sleeve slipped down, revealing a section of her snow-white wrist. There was a faint smile in her eyes.

"Uncle Xuan Yi, what are you saying? I was just concerned about you. Think about it, the person who can win your heart must be an extraordinary person. I'm just curious about what kind of charm is worthy of someone as outstanding as you."

Xuan Yi put down her teacup, a faint blush spreading across her face, and a gentle smile involuntarily appeared on her lips, adding to her charm.

She glared at Cao Ying, annoyed, but her tone softened slightly. "You silly girl, always choosing the nicest things to say. No wonder everyone calls you a vixen. You'll understand when the time comes. Right now, you should worry about your alchemy skills. This Pill Gathering competition is much fiercer than in previous years."

The woman was clearly intelligent; she noticed that although Xuan Yi hadn't explicitly stated it, the satisfaction and protectiveness she conveyed in her expression and tone said it all.

She Yanran, stood up, and straightened her skirt. "My master is right. I plan to go back and review what you said today to see if I can further improve my alchemy skills."

"Good."

The woman gracefully bowed, said goodbye, and headed out of the study.

Back in her private room in the Pill Tower, the woman took a deep breath, slowly closed her eyes, and recalled everything that had happened.

When she opened her eyes again, a knowing smile curved her red lips, her eyes filled with determination, and she thought to herself, "I will not give up."

Thinking about this incident reminds her of her good-for-nothing brother, who is more likely to cause trouble than anything else. If he hadn't been so foolish as to drive her away, things might not be like this now.

Garlic Bird, Garlic Bird, after this Secluded Cultivation ends, I need to go back and teach this dim-witted younger brother a lesson to vent my anger.

After a day and two nights, Xiao Tian walked out of the palace feeling refreshed. In the end, even Medusa joined the group, and they were very careful during their sparring.

As soon as he stepped out of the palace, Xiao Tian saw his two daughters teaching Xiao Ze how to cultivate. It was only after Xiao Ling and Xiao Ze Xiao Meng found out that Xiao Ze truly began to cultivate seriously.

Although my mother or aunt could be scary at times, at least they wouldn't hit me. But my two older sisters really did hit me, and they even fed me medicine while hitting me.

At this time, Xiao Meng and Xiao Ling were already Three-star Dou Zong.

Xiao Ze is One-Star Dou Emperor, mainly because he needs to compress and purify the Dou Qi in his body. He also has some of the physical characteristics of Xiao Yi Xian. As long as he is willing, he can absorb poison to quickly enhance his strength.

However, Xiao Tian did not intend to let him do that, because his physique was not like that of Xiao Yi Xian, who could absorb nutrients without becoming weak. Xiao Tian only wanted him to focus on cultivation and use poison as a supplement.

Xiao Ze's physique is a combination of Xiao Tian's Thunder Attribute and Xiao Yi Xian's poison attribute, called the Myriad Poison Thunder Prison Hegemon Body.

The body simultaneously nurtures Thunder Poison Dual Source. When attacking, lightning and poison intertwine, and each attack carries a poisonous effect (which can be controlled).

When the body is unsealed, the Blazing Heavenly Thunder transforms into Destructive Purgatory, filled with the Thunder Power and poison, unparalleled in its offensive and domineering nature.

Xiao Tian did not disturb their cultivation and disappeared from the spot in a flash.

"Father left without lying down in the pavilion, he must have something to do. And according to custom, Mother and the others definitely won't be able to get up. Why don't we go play?" Xiao Ling nudged Xiao Meng beside her and said softly.

"Let's go then." Xiao Meng's eyes lit up, and then the two of them grabbed Xiao Ze and ran. They always liked to bring Xiao Ze along when they went out to play. There were many reasons for this, including strengthening their relationship, but the most important one was that if they were discovered, Xiao Ze would be the one to take the blame for them.

Xiao Tian then arrived in front of a palace building in the core area of the Free and Unfettered Hall.