Diligence System: From Servant to Martial King-Chapter 279 - 258: Spring Breeze Fills the Hall, Third Layer Cultivation, For My Beloved, Crossing the Seven-day Pass, Together on the Painted Boat (Ten Thousand Words! Part 3)
The scenery on both banks is beautiful as the small boat drifts in the heart of the river. Although the boat is small, its structure is very sturdy. Inside the room, a "wind chime" hangs down, and as the gentle breeze blows, it emits a soft "ding-ding" sound.
Li Xian, in a leisurely mood, leans on the railing of the boat. He manipulates his Inner Qi, exhibiting the Jade Palm technique, playing with the emerald water of the river. As he maneuvered back and forth, he not only deepened his understanding of Martial Arts but also passed the time in idle pleasure.
He gazed at the river course.
Following the painting boat as it traveled far.
The banks were quite spacious, and from the center of the river, looking to both sides, he could only see a black line.
Gradually, the setting sun fades, the fishing boats return to the alleys, and there are no idlers to disturb them. Two people sit silently on the deck, whispering privately.
At this point, they have entered the jurisdiction of the Qiong Heavenly Mansion.
Wen Caishang feels a weight lifted from her heart as she smells the moisture in the air. The dark clouds gather, and thunder rumbles faintly. She knows that the misfortune of the "Slender Dragon Grass" is slowly fading.
Night falls.
The river water is gentle, and the boat sways lightly.
Wen Caishang blows to ignite a fire stick and lights the candle lamp in the boat’s cabin. Near a white jade table, there is an incense burner filled with "fragrant incense," which can repel mosquitoes and create a serene atmosphere with its long-lasting aroma.
Wen Caishang opens the window to ensure no one is on either side. Suddenly she says, "Little Immortal, help me undo this tie."
Her robe is loose, with a silk tie knotted at the back of her waist. The candlelight reflects, showing an alluring demeanor.
Li Xian, with his skillful hands, gently touches the knot and it is already undone.
Wen Caishang says, "Little Immortal, today I will teach you the third layer of the Setting Sun Bloodsword. You should also take off your clothes."
Li Xian is taken aback, thinking to himself, "As we are approaching the Qiong Heavenly Mansion, it is time for me to leave. But now she wants to teach me the third layer of the Setting Sun Bloodsword, this is..."
Wen Caishang frowns and says, "Are you unwilling to learn?"
The river breeze lifts the curtain, the incense fills his nostrils, and the candlelight spreads. The space in the boat cabin is very small, with only a large bed, a table, and a bookshelf.
Li Xian suddenly realizes, "Second Realm Martial Artists transform upon entering water. Here we are in the heart of the river, with the banks miles apart, vast like the sea. Although I have learned Lightweight Skill... but even if I use all my strength, it is difficult to reach the shore, for there is nowhere to escape to."
In the pitch-black river, there is only a small boat with a single sail. The two people on the boat sit opposite each other.
Li Xian says, "Willing, of course I’m willing to learn."
Wen Caishang joyfully says, "Good, very good." Her eyes ripple with delight.
Wen Caishang muses, "The third layer of the Setting Sun Bloodsword... no... the third layer of the Yin Yang Immortal Lovers Sword requires the union of Yin and Yang, merging into one."
"It’s not that I never wanted to teach you, but rather... I couldn’t let go of my pride. Today I decided to teach you because I have let go."
"By learning this swordsmanship, you become my husband. We don’t need to invite guests, hum, all those other men in the world, with their false affection and purity, there’s nothing good about them. I don’t need their blessings either."
"The two of us being good together is better than anything."
Even though the window is open.
The curtain still conceals, not a trace of its allure is leaked. Li Xian’s expression is complicated. Wen Caishang gently says, "Mr. Li, come here." Holding Li Xian’s hand, she says, "I want to thank you properly, from today onwards, you are my husband, and I will treat you as such."
"I will teach you Alchemy, reveal to you Superior Martial Arts, with absolutely no reservation... Even the secrets of my clan, I can tell you. You... would you like that?"
"You... should you have any more requests, I can also fulfill them. In my life, I only treat you like this."
Her body is as fluid as if without bones, her skin like smooth jade. Her tone is alluring and tender, becoming more touching as she speaks.
Even though Li Xian had long thought of leaving, hearing Wen Caishang’s profound feelings and such tenderness, he couldn’t help but feel his heart flutter, imagining future life.
His nature is romantic, and he blurts out, "If it truly is as you say, I wouldn’t trade it for the earthly throne."
Wen Caishang, delighted, says, "You really think so, I... I am very happy."
Seeing the blush on Wen Caishang’s cheeks, Li Xian suddenly regains clarity; to say sweet nothings in such a situation would greatly complicate matters. He can’t help but think, "With the lady’s feelings so heartfelt, should I truly betray her? Although I wish to roam the world freely, in such a setting... surrounded by water, the boat with its gentle sway, and a beauty in close proximity, how can I escape?"
He aims to repay kindness, but love has intertwined him. The entanglements of the Martial World, how can they be easily resolved?
Knowing it’s hard to escape, Li Xian says, "Madam, you don’t have to..." Wen Caishang places her arms around his neck, saying, "Mr. Li, are you unwilling?"
Li Xian, resigned, says, "Willing... naturally willing." Wen Caishang happily says, "Good husband, obedient husband, handsome husband."
Her expression turns playful, saying, "Good husband... but I have demands of you as well."
Li Xian says, "Madam, please speak."
Wen Caishang says, "I need you... need you never to part from me, that you can only dream of me, never spare another woman a glance, never deceive me again, never cheat me... It’s hard to prevent you from deceiving me forever. With your bad nature, how can you manage? But... but don’t lie to me again."
Li Xian finds it difficult to promise, but seeing Wen Caishang’s deep emotions, tender warmth entangling both heart and body, those words of refusal cannot be spoken. Luofang Mountain, Tiger Cry Ridge, Tomb Hidden Mountain... numerous deadly and perilous situations, though life-threatening, always had an escape route. But this time, this tiny room, when the map ends, the dagger is revealed... where can one escape?
The Soft Sword is like honey, impossible to evade. 𝒇𝒓𝒆𝒆𝙬𝒆𝒃𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝒎
Li Xian can only say, "Alright, I will never deceive you, madam."
Wen Caishang, overjoyed, says with rosy lips, "Swear it." Li Xian hesitates. Wen Caishang says again, "You... you don’t want to swear? Do you plan to deceive..."
Li Xian quickly says, "Alright, I swear, I will never deceive madam, and if I do, let me die a horrible death."
Wen Caishang’s breath carries the fragrance of orchids, like a brewed aromatic wine, its aroma intoxicating, she says, "Since it’s so... my good husband, obedient husband, the third layer of the Setting Sun Bloodsword is named ’Sword-Sheath Union’... I will impart the method of practice to you."
Li Xian nods and says, "Alright."
Wen Caishang whispers in his ear, imparting the essence of the third layer. Sword-Sheath Union... implies that this layer prioritizes "intent" over "sword."
It marks the beginning of the Yin Yang Immortal Lovers Sword, transitioning from "affection" to "Yin Yang."
Li Xian, sitting cross-legged, meditates, seeing Wen Caishang’s overwhelming emotions, threads of affection enveloping him. He strives to contemplate other possibilities.
