Chapter 99

The next moment, she understood.

Spirit Wine is different from elixirs.

Elixirs are made from various medicinal herbs and, apart from impurities, usually have no side effects.

But Spirit Wine is different.

Spirit Wine is generally made by fermenting spiritual herbs. In essence, it is a type of wine, and as such, it has some of the effects of wine.

Furthermore, the properties of the raw materials used to brew the Spirit Wine will also have a significant impact on the finished product.

In an instant.

Xiao Minghuang seemed to understand something.

"These Spirit Wine seem to be called 'Daughter's Brew,' and it appears they're only meant for the wedding night of young men from cultivator families..."

No wonder the burning sensation within me was so intense.

Having figured this out, Xiao Minghuang also knew how to reduce this burning sensation.

That is, through dual cultivation, the expanding and scorching spiritual energy is expelled and injected into Lin Wanqiu's body.

Thinking of this, Xiao Minghuang couldn't help but feel a sense of relief.

"If Wanqiu weren't Innate Taiyin Spirit Body, she probably wouldn't be able to withstand such a massive amount of Spirit Wine's power."

Xiao Minghuang knew that the spiritual power contained in the ten cups of Spirit Wine was enough for her to cross several minor realms.

However, with her current cultivation level, it was impossible for her to absorb such a massive amount of spiritual energy. She could only share it with Lin Wanqiu through dual cultivation.

Thinking of this, Xiao Minghuang sat down next to Lin Wanqiu, extended her slender index finger, and pressed it against Lin Wanqiu's chest.

A faint, pleasant fragrance wafted over, refreshing and delightful.

Having just experienced a fierce battle, a slight blush still appeared on Lin Wanqiu's fair skin.

But what Xiao Minghuang is about to do is beneficial to both of them.

This will not only help her improve her cultivation, but also help Lin Wanqiu improve her cultivation; it's a win-win situation.

"Wanqiu is already asleep, so let's not wake her."

Gazing at Lin Wanqiu's sweet sleeping face, Xiao Minghuang murmured to herself, then took out a pill from her storage bag and fed it to Lin Wanqiu.

This pill was a trophy she obtained from who-knows-where; perhaps it was a gift from someone, she didn't know.

Its effect is to put a person into a deep sleep, and no matter what happens in their sleep, they will not be woken up. The effect lasts for about four hours.

Of course, this pill also has its limitations.

It has no effect on martial artists at or above the Spring Gushing Realm.

Therefore, this pill is just right for Lin Wanqiu at this moment.

After giving Lin Wanqiu the pill, Xiao Minghuang could no longer restrain himself. He reached out and embraced Lin Wanqiu, then lowered his head and kissed her.

The two pressed close together, their lips and teeth intertwined, as streams of intense spiritual energy flowed from Xiao Minghuang's body into Lin Wanqiu's.

As soon as the scorching spiritual energy entered Lin Wanqiu's body, it was enveloped by the cool and icy Taiyin Power, gradually becoming gentle and peaceful. It circulated within her body once before finally flowing back into Xiao Minghuang's body.

In this cycle, nearly one-third of the spiritual energy did not return to Xiao Minghuang's body, but was absorbed by Lin Wanqiu.

Xiao Minghuang felt a cool and refreshing warm current flowing through her body, flowing along her meridians into her Dantian, and finally merging into the spiritual spring.

Over time.

Daylight broke.

Xiao Minghuang's spiritual spring went even deeper, reaching thirty feet into the ground before gradually slowing down.

It finally stopped thirty-nine feet underground and ceased to advance at all.

This means that Xiao Minghuang's cultivation has reached the peak of the Spring Gushing Third Layer!

"Breaking through from a twenty-foot spiritual spring to a thirty-nine-foot spiritual spring is almost equivalent to two minor realms."

Xiao Minghuang muttered to herself.

She had a premonition that if she swallowed ten cups of Spirit Wine all by herself this time, she would at most break through the barrier of the Spring Gushing Fourth Layer and reach the forty-foot spiritual spring.

However, thanks to Lin Wanqiu's Innate Taiyin Spirit Body, the medicinal effects of the Spirit Wine have been maximized, allowing it to exert nearly two-thirds of its efficacy with only half the medicinal power.

In other words, although she absorbed less Spirit Wine, the effect she achieved was greater.

Furthermore, through this dual cultivation session aided by the Spirit Wine, Lin Wanqiu's strength was greatly enhanced.

A few days ago, Lin Wanqiu's Innate Taiyin Spirit Body revived, and after accumulating strength, it broke through to the ninth level of Qi Refining.

After this dual cultivation, he went from the ninth level of Qi Refining to the Spring Gushing First Layer!

Such terrifying progress can only be described as horrifying.

However, Xiao Minghuang neither felt it was a waste to use the Spirit Wine on Lin Wanqiu, nor was she jealous of her improved cultivation.

Xiao Minghuang knew that she and Lin Wanqiu were a unit, and whoever benefited would benefit the whole unit.

Between her and Lin Wanqiu, there was no distinction between them.

It was around this time.

"Hmm..."

Feeling a cool touch against her skin, Lin Wanqiu opened her eyes and saw Xiao Minghuang's gentle eyes gazing at her.

Lin Wanqiu's face showed a hint of confusion, as if she hadn't quite figured out what was going on.

"Wanqiu, you're awake?"

Seeing that Lin Wanqiu had woken up, Xiao Minghuang said softly.

"Um..."

Lin Wanqiu gradually regained consciousness, but the scenes from last night kept replaying in her mind. Her pretty face immediately turned bright red, like a blooming peach blossom, which was extremely alluring.

Seeing Lin Wanqiu's shyness, Xiao Minghuang smiled and reached out to stroke Lin Wanqiu 'Lin Wanqiu cheek gently, as if to comfort her.

"Your Highness..."

"I am here!"

Xiao Minghuang responded softly, then chuckled and reminded him:

"Wanqiu, feel around inside your body. Are there any changes?"

Upon hearing this, Lin Wanqiu's expression faltered slightly.

The next moment.

Lin Wanqiu closed her eyes, using her spiritual sense to perceive her body. After a moment, she opened her eyes and asked in surprise:

"Your Highness, my cultivation has actually broken through from the ninth level of Qi Refining to the Spring Gushing Realm?!"

A cool breeze blew in from outside through the crack in the window, and Lin Wanqiu opened her beautiful eyes wide in surprise.

Her cultivation level has broken through from the ninth level of Qi Refining to the Spring Gushing First Layer!

Next, Xiao Minghuang recounted everything that had happened the previous night.

However, she omitted the scene where she secretly fed Lin Wanqiu a sleeping pill.

After all, this kind of elixir sounds like a trick commonly used by some womanizers, and it's not something that can be done openly.

She, the dignified Princess Ziwei, so virtuous and upright, how could she possibly give herself...

Xiao Minghuang blinked her bright eyes, her expression unchanged and her heart unmoved.

Lin Wanqiu had no doubt about this.

"Ugh! How could I sleep so soundly!"

She felt a pang of annoyance; how could she have slept so soundly during such an important life experience?

Was the first battle last night too exhausting?

Lin Wanqiu had no idea.

The two lay on the bed, embracing each other tenderly for a while. Xiao Minghuang looked at Lin Wanqiu and said softly:

"Wanqiu, let's go for a walk together!"

Lin Wanqiu nodded and agreed.

After they finished dressing, the two went out of the room.

A spring breeze blew by, carrying the fragrance of flowers.

The two strolled through the courtyard, feeling indescribably at ease.

It was around this time.

Suddenly, a series of light yet steady footsteps sounded.

Xiao Minghuang knew that Ye Ruoshui had arrived.

She turned around and saw Ye Ruoshui walking quickly toward the two of them.

"Your Highness!"

Ye Ruoshui called out and stepped forward.

"Ruoshui morning, Ruoshui!"

Xiao Minghuang smiled.

Ye Ruoshui nodded, her expression extremely solemn, and replied:

"Good morning, Your Highness. I was just about to go to the Imperial Palace to fetch some medicinal herbs when I encountered a strange woman at the Training Ground. She claimed to be the granddaughter of the King Wu'an. I have already tied her up. Please grant me your judgment, Your Highness!"

As she spoke, Ye Ruoshui waved her hand, and several beautifully made-up little girls carried an unidentified object that was bound like a rice dumpling, and walked up to Xiao Minghuang.

Upon seeing this scene, Xiao Minghuang suddenly widened her eyes and reacted in an instant.

She remembered what she had forgotten last night.

Xiao Minghuang chuckled. She had originally entrusted Xu Xiuer to Lin Wanqiu for care, but since they had gone to bed early, she hadn't bothered with Xu Xiuer.

That's why the current misunderstanding has arisen.

"It's a misunderstanding! Xiu'er is my friend! Please untie her ropes!"

Upon hearing this, a look of surprise appeared on the faces of the several pretty and cute little girls. They knew that His Highness had once been assassinated by someone sent by King Wu'an.

How could the granddaughter of the King Wu'an be His Highness's friend?

Shouldn't they be enemies?

They had unconditional loyalty and obedience to Xiao Minghuang. Without any hesitation, they immediately knocked Xu Xiuer to the ground and quickly untied all the ropes.

After the ropes were untied, Xu Xiuer's blindfold and gag were removed, and she finally saw the light of day again.

Upon seeing Xiao Minghuang for the first time, Xu Xiuer burst into tears.

"Princess! I truly have no ill intentions towards you! Please, have mercy on me!"

Xu Xiuer Xu Xiuer on the ground, crying and pleading.

Seeing Xu Xiuer's tearful appearance, Xiao Minghuang felt a pang of guilt.

She actually felt a pang of pity for the little girl who had been used as a hostage.

Moreover, she had clearly promised Xu Xiuer that she would treat her well, yet she was treated so unfairly on her very first day in the mansion.

"Xiu'er, get up first!"

Xiao Minghuang said softly.

Xu Xiuer stood up, sobbing, her head down, and continued to sob softly.

She had considered that she might be met with a cold reception or be ostracized after entering the Princess Mansion, but she never expected such a terrifying onslaught right from the start.

Xiao Minghuang walked up to Xu Xiuer, bowed slightly, and said:

"Xiu'er, I know you were wronged last night. It was my oversight and has nothing to do with Ruoshui or the children."

She took a storage bag from her sleeve and handed it to Xu Xiuer.