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Wu Rong had now collected the pure elemental forms of water, wood, and earth. If he could successfully obtain the Zhengyang fire from Fu Qing, and perhaps find a pure elemental form of gold by chance, Wu Rong might be able to hatch the Zhong Gu before the Lantern Ghost King’s arrival.

Previously, he mentioned that Fu-daozhang had said they needed a closer relationship between them. Fu Qing’s lack of a direct refusal indicated that this could be possible. Seeing Wu Rong bring it up again, Fu Qing also became more serious. The two of them went to the second-floor master bedroom’s, Wu Rong’s room, one after the other. E2ZKlQ

“To accommodate the Zhengyang fire, you need to plant a fire seed in your dantian,” Fu Qing’s hand gently pressed against Wu Rong’s lower abdomen. To allow Wu Rong to better sense it, they sat cross-legged facing each other on the bed. Wu Rong removed the upper half of his clothing, feeling Fu Qing’s fair, jade-like fingers trace over his meridian points from the front of his body. The heat left on his skin seemed to show traces of someone else’s presence.

“The Chunyang Tongzi Kung Fu is usually practiced from the age of three. Your constitution isn’t suitable.”

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Everyone’s constitution was different, and even if Wu Rong were reborn at the age of three, he still wouldn’t be able to practice this art. In other words, his constitution wasn’t suitable for generating Zhengyang fire. However, the Zhong Gu had different requirements for a pure element of fire compared to the other four. While the pure element of water purified it, the wood element stimulated its vitality, Jade Beetles strengthened its resilience, and the pure element of gold assisted the Zhong Gu in breaking through its shell. During this process, the pure element of fire needed to burn continuously to allow the four aforementioned elements to be absorbed thoroughly by the Zhong Gu. The Zhong Gu had an extremely Yin attribute and was easily mistaken for a malevolent ghost that could trigger heavenly thunder when it appeared. It required the presence of the pure element of fire to establish a balance between Yin and Yang.

Usually, the Wu family would only set out to find the fire seed once the pure forms other elements were gathered because once the fire seed entered their bodies, it would burn continuously until the Zhong Gu hatched. This would be an unbearable torment for a Wu family member with a predominantly Yin constitution. dxnscG

This was especially true for Wu Rong because an ordinary flame would probably extinguish as soon as it entered his body. Only the most Yang positive, Zhangyang Fire could provide enough Yang Qi. However, a violent collision of Yin and Yang could easily lead to an explosion. This was different from how Fu Qing had allowed a small amount of Yang Qi to seep into Wu Rong’s body when comforting the Red Lotus Mark.

Wu Rong listened attentively to Fu Qing’s explanation, but his expression didn’t change much. He had long anticipated that having Zhangyang fire enter his body would be dangerous and challenging. His only concern was, “Will it affect you?”

Would giving him a ball of Zhengyang Fire affect Fu Qing’s cultivation technique?

“There’s no problem.” Fu Qing understood that Wu Rong had made up his mind and didn’t want to discuss the dangers of planting the fire seed any further. Instead, he contemplated and presented two methods.

One was the slower approach, which would take a considerable amount of time. Nearly over two years, Wu Rong would have to live and sleep closely with Fu Qing, cultivating their understanding of each other. During this period, Wu Rong would need to adapt to being surrounded by Fu Qing’s Yang Qi, gradually increasing the duration until their breaths harmonized. Once Wu Rong’s body became accustomed to Fu Qing’s Qi, they could naturally plant the fire seed. However, it was clear that time was the most pressing issue at the moment, as Fu Qing was about to leave, and the Lantern Ghost King would cross over in less than a month. The slower approach required too much time, which Wu Rong couldn’t afford.

The other option was the quicker one.

“I will first plant the fire seed in you and leave seven bowls of blood. You’ll drink the blood daily to appease the fire seed, and after seven days, you’ll use the formula I left behind to soak in medicinal baths each night. This will allow the fire seed to take root.”

Fu Qing spoke matter-of-factly, but Wu Rong’s expression changed instantly. Uo1mNz

Seven bowls of blood!

Vital essence was crucial to a heavenly master, and losing so much blood would undoubtedly lead to Qi deficiency and anaemia for Fu Qing. It might even shake his foundation. How could Wu Rong agree to such a method?

“No,” Wu Rong firmly replied, “I will find another source of fire.”

Upon hearing this, the Zhong Gu became anxious. In Wu Rong’s mind, it cried out with a mournful, childlike voice, ‘Want fire, want fire, only this one, only this one!’ spqC3o

‘Mommy, mommy, want Daddy Fu, don’t want another daddy, just Daddy Fu!’

The little creature was talking nonsense. Wu Rong’s heart remained resolute, and he ignored its pitiful cries. Since he had decided to use a different source of fire, he couldn’t afford to further delay Fu Qing’s time. However, just as Wu Rong was about to get up, Fu Qing suddenly spoke, “There’s an alternative to drinking blood.”

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“Is it a very demanding requirement?” Wu Rong furrowed his brow, his attitude unwavering. “If it would harm your body—”

“No need,” Fu Qing shook his head and looked at Wu Rong with seriousness. He calmly stated, “We can simply bow to heaven and earth.”

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In a world without ethics, where ghosts were inherently Yin, Yang fire naturally countered them. Shortly after the resurgence of the supernatural, Fu Qing from Longhu Mountain defied popular opinion and introduced the Fu family’s secret Chunyang Tongzi Kung Fu, simplified it and selflessly spread it to the public. His actions set an example for others, and through his numerous connections, he persuaded long-isolated temples and monasteries to open their teachings, resulting in many lives being saved.

At present, almost every heavenly master practiced Tongzi Kung Fu. While it wasn’t as dominant as the Chunyang Tongzi Kung Fu, it still had its advantages for individuals due to its emphasis on Yang Qi.

However, the most crucial aspect of practicing Tongzi Kung Fu was locking the Yang Qi. At this point, heavenly masters were becoming more like a unique profession. Not everyone chose to become Taoist monks; even the Taoist monks on Longhu Mountain could marry and have Dao companions. This gave rise to significant issues.

To successfully practice the Tongzi Kung Fu, a celestial master had to reach a certain level before they could “unlock” their Yang Qi. The age at which this occurred varied depending on talent and opportunity. Some individuals could achieve this at the age of thirteen or fourteen, such as the prodigy, Master Ling Yun. On the other hand, some individuals might not succeed even when they were in their forties or fifties. This didn’t mean these individuals were unintelligent; even the legendary hero, Grandmaster Fu, reportedly never unlocked his Yang Qi until his sacrifice. The Fu family’s Chunyang Tongzi Kung Fu was challenging to master, and even with exceptional talent, achieving success depended on opportunity. AeZ9Gc

As a result, many heavenly masters remained unmarried until they successfully practiced Tongzi Kung Fu, which was entirely normal. In a world fraught with danger where ability users could die at any moment, finding someone you loved who reciprocated those feelings was a rare occurrence. Any hesitation could lead to a missed opportunity for a lifetime of happiness. Therefore, in matters of love, people in this era were very direct and passionate. However, not everyone had the self-control to maintain proper decorum in their relationships after marriage.

To prevent situations where heavenly masters spent years cultivating only to have their efforts go to waste, and marital discord turning loving couples into bitter enemies, it had become common for heavenly masters who wanted to spend their lives together to first perform a “Heaven and Earth” ceremony. They would then officially marry after successfully mastering their cultivation.

When Wu Rong learned that the “Heaven and Earth” ceremony could be seen as a kind of special contract, he breathed a sigh of relief… well, sort of. Even if it was a contract, it was a unique one between a husband and wife, fundamentally different from blood contracts or soul pacts.

“After the ‘Heaven and Earth’ ceremony, our energies will be connected, Yin and Yang will merge, and we will be able to plant the Yang seed with some effort,” Fu Qing explained when he saw Wu Rong’s somewhat dazed and resistant expression. sUmV48

Seeing Wu Rong’s momentary hesitation and resistance, Fu Qing contemplated for a moment before suggesting, “We can just register our marriage without a ceremony.”

Wu Rong’s eyes widened in surprise. He snapped out of his daze and, after calming down, began to seriously consider Fu Qing’s proposal. He had always been more rational than emotional, and when he looked beyond the special significance, simply signing a contract to plant the Zhenyang Fire seed seemed far more convenient and quicker than the other options. However, in today’s society, performing the “Heaven and Earth” ceremony was also considered a formal wedding. Moreover, the merging of Yin and Yang Qis during the ceremony could be detected during security checks. There was no such thing as performing the ceremony without registering the marriage.

If they went through with the ceremony, he and Fu Qing would have to go to the Civil Affairs Bureau to officially register their marriage. Wu Rong had a slight headache; this was the first time in his life he had encountered such a complex issue. He looked at Fu Qing, who remained calm after proposing these solutions. Fu Qing’s calmness was reassuring to Wu Rong.

Perhaps he was overthinking things. This was indeed the most convenient and practical solution for their current predicament. Both he and Fu Qing understood that there was nothing more between them at the moment. Fu Qing was currently emotionless, and it was Wu Rong who had read too much into things. keq5dz

When Fu Qing eventually regained his emotions and sought to recover his lost emotions in the future, if he ever wanted to spend his life with someone else, Wu Rong could easily dissolve their marriage registration. However, the thought of Fu Qing deeply loving someone in the future caused a strange discomfort in Wu Rong’s heart. He quickly suppressed these feelings and prepared himself mentally.

“So, how do we go about this ‘Heaven and Earth’ ceremony?” Wu Rong tentatively asked, trying to maintain his composure. But as soon as he saw Fu Qing start to undress without saying a word, his composure completely shattered.

Wu Rong felt like he hadn’t prepared himself mentally at all. But in a situation like this, a man backing down was just too weak.

He lowered his gaze, focusing on his breathing and inner thoughts, until Fu Qing unbuckled his belt and his jet-black hair flowed over his shoulders. Wu Rong stole a quick glance from the corner of his eye. He saw that Fu Qing had only removed his upper clothing, and his pants were still intact, which eased his tension slightly. kO5Mhe

However, Wu Rong quickly realized that he had relaxed too soon.

“To perform the ‘Heaven and Earth’ ceremony is to form a Yin-Yang contract,” Fu Qing explained as his long, well-defined fingers approached and intertwined with Wu Rong’s own. Heat seeped through their touching fingers, causing a shiver to run through Wu Rong’s ice-cold hand. He instinctively wanted to pull his hand away, but Fu Qing’s strength was surprisingly strong, binding them together like handcuffs. The warmth enveloped him, just like during that night. Beads of sweat formed on Wu Rong’s forehead, but he forced himself to remain calm and obediently followed Fu Qing’s instructions.

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“Close your eyes, calm your mind, and visualize the Yin Qi sinking within your body, connecting with the Yang Qi,” Fu Qing continued.

Wu Rong closed his eyes, and as his vision faded, his other senses became more acute. Completely calm now, he entered a focused state, listening carefully to Fu Qing’s guidance. He concentrated on guiding the deep, sluggish, and dark Yin Qi within him upwards. Wu Rong had never done anything like this before, but it seemed to come naturally to him. After a brief attempt, he successfully directed the Yin Qi to rise. 6Pdsk0

As the chilling sensation spread from his lower abdomen to his chest, and the coldness enveloped his heart, Wu Rong lost track of time. He was deeply immersed in this mysterious state when he suddenly heard Fu Qing’s voice again.

“Open your mouth to draw in the Yang Qi.”

Without thinking, Wu Rong instinctively parted his lips. Immediately, something soft and cold touched his lip, and a sweet, slightly metallic taste filled his mouth. Following that, a scorching surge of Yang  Qi rushed in, disrupting the Yin Qi within Wu Rong’s body. The collision of Yin and Yang left his mind blank. After a while, Wu Rong vaguely sensed what had just happened.

It was a kiss, a kiss tinged with a hint of blood. tIZ625

Author’s Note:

Shan Rong: We both understand that there’s actually nothing between us—

Fu Qing: I don’t understand. 4m3kU

Fu Qing: We’ve just performed the ‘Heaven and Earth’ ceremony.

M1zushi: I’m giggling like a little girl XDDD such a juicy chapter

Very low effort mtled jjwxc comments

N1: I’ve read it three or four times, and I’m still amazed by this guy who first tied up his wife and then bowed to heaven and earth. 0EY3ci

N2: Awesome, I thought you were a piece of wood, but you only looked like a piece of wood. You got married and kissed each other.

N3: The Zhong Gu: I want my father, I want my Fu daddy

The Big ghost:

N4: His indifferent shell deceived you, this is definitely a selfish act Cp9Dwj

n5:

Zhong Gu: I don’t want any other father, I want Fu daddy QAQ

Story translated by Chrysanthemum Garden.

Rongrong: What are you talking about, this unlucky boy? Fu Qing, don’t listen to his nonsense, it’s not good for your health (referring to releasing 7 bowls of blood), watch me go back. Don’t deal with him.

Fu Qing: A(old) Rong (po), the child is still young, isn’t it Zheng (Dang) Yang (Dad) Fire (Dad), we must satisfy such a small wish of his, and there is another way, not harmful to the body. 9imgOP

Rongrong: What method?

Fu Qing: Worshipping heaven and earth *^_^*

Rongrong: Not good, it will have a bad impact on you and me.

Fu Qing: We can just register without getting a certificate. Besides, you can see the child crying so miserably, can you bear it? 0i5qmW

Rongrong:. …..Okay

Fu Qing OS: Wife get *^_^*

N6: Rongrong: Yes, he cheated into getting married [Smoking.JPG]

N7: Good guy, just when I was about to sigh that the little baby Gu was telling the truth (he wanted Fu daddy), I was immediately shocked by Big Fu Zaizi. Your father Fu is still awesome! Even though I have lost all my emotions, I still don’t forget to settle on my wife first, awesome! neTrdM

N8: Brother Shanrong, you’ve taken the Taoist Priest’s soul away. It’s hard to end this without getting married!

N9: Some protagonists don’t even hold hands until one-third of the plot, while some protagonists even bow to heaven and earth.

N10: Is this, marriage first, love later?

Editor: Cloud Chip Cake EFqZNp