Qin Yiren looked at the gesture her younger uncle was making, her eyes widening as the blush at her ears instantly spread down her neck.
She clenched the Primordial Yin Treasure Jade so tightly that her knuckles turned white, staring fixedly at Qin Yu with what seemed to be anger in her eyes.
Xu Yan was also taken aback and remained silent for several breaths.
The way Qin Yu held his hands together was truly rather suggestive. Fingers interlocked, palms pressed together—apart from Dao companions, how could a man and woman cultivator possibly do such a thing?
"Ahem."
Old Lady Qu gave a light cough and shot Qin Yu a glance.
Qin Yu immediately felt that perhaps he had been too hasty. Matchmaking was not supposed to be done like this.
He had only met Xu Yan today. Seeing that he possessed exceptional talent and bones, with an unassuming yet steadfast temperament, Qin Yu had found him to be excellent material for cultivating the Dao and pursuing longevity. Seeing that he was also an independent cultivator with a clean background, he had developed the thought of recruiting him.
In truth, this younger uncle often blindly paired up the clan's disciples as well. It was simply a habit he had formed over time.
He hurriedly said, "Do not let your thoughts run astray. This jade must be activated simultaneously with supremely yin Mystic Qi and divine sense. Holding it together with your palms pressed together is the safest method. Mm... hurry along and do not waste time, lest the night grow long and dreams multiply."
Old Lady Qu added, "Miss, Young Friend Xu, the two of us will stand guard outside."
"Thank you for your guidance, Senior."
Xu Yan took a deep breath.
He glanced at Qin Yiren from the corner