Chapter 111: The Father-In-Law's Eyes Reddened

Studying the Cultivation body became one of Chen Chuyang's daily cultivation tasks; those restrictions were too perfect, untying them was extremely difficult, but he liked challenging difficulty—that was what made it interesting—untying a little at a time, analyzing a little at a time, his comprehension fully activated, he began the analysis with Yi Yi Shi.

Each time, there was something different; the same restriction yielded different understandings, and his Formation knowledge rose rapidly along with it. Every insight gained lifted his Formation a notch, and this kind of improvement was far faster than studying Formation on his own—having a model right before his eyes was simply ideal.

It was countless times better than reading those Formation books and various explanations. Moreover, the Chen Clan couldn't find more books and texts on the subject of Formation; what they could collect were only books about inconsequential Formations, or incomplete Formations—badly incomplete ones where you basically couldn't even see the Formation's structure—and even these books were expensive.

Most Formation books were kept within the major Factions and wouldn't be shown to outsiders. Even among the Faction's disciples, few were qualified to read them; most people had no interest in the subject, and those who did couldn't understand the high-level Formations anyway.

For rogue cultivators, the hardest part was exactly these things—having nothing, needing to find and buy everything themselves, and not even being sure they could buy it; the time spent was incomparably long, so many people wanted to find a Faction to rely on, at least so they could focus on cultivation and save a lot of time.

Chen Chuyang was rather fortunate in fate, having been born into the Chen Clan. The Chen Clan was at least a tiny little family, but a family nonetheless, far better off than rogue cultivators. And he also had a good pair of parents who supported and doted on him; otherwise, to achieve what he had today, he would probably have needed at least several decades.

How many people, even possessing talent and ability, ultimately ended up buried in the passage of time.

This world had never lacked geniuses; geniuses were as countless as grains of sand in a river, yet those who could ultimately shine were exceedingly few.

"Brother Chuyang, did you gain anything?"

Despite having spent a long time together and maintaining this state for a long time, Shang Hongxue was still very shy, her face somewhat flushed.

Even her voice sounded different; those eyes of hers stared at Chen Chuyang, hoping to see some joy of harvest on him.

"A little. Your body doesn't have any major problems; everything is developing in a good direction. In the future, you can slightly increase the intensity of your cultivation."

"You still can't condense a Qi seed right now, and don't attempt it either, understood?"

Shang Hongxue nodded prettily: "I know, Brother Chuyang."

Being able to cultivate was enough, being able to train her body was enough; she didn't want to become a useless person.

At least, her body was normal.

Her worries had been reduced by the greater part.

From now on, she didn't need to worry about dying at any moment, nor did she need to endure the intense pain her body brought.

After soaking in the medicinal bath for so long, she was finally seeing results.

She could also feel the changes in her body; compared to a few months ago, it was far better.

It was like being two completely different people.

"Next, what I need to do is untie the first layer of restrictions on your body as quickly as possible. This layer of restrictions is quite difficult, and it's also the first step, so I don't know what will happen. Just in case, your body needs to be strengthened."

"Take these several Hundred Herbs Pills on schedule; don't take them all at once, and don't rush. If your body feels uncomfortable at any point, stop taking the pills, understood?"

Shang Hongxue nodded, somewhat reluctant to accept the Hundred Herbs Pills.

It was simply too embarrassing; thinking of that scene, the scene of her making a fool of herself, she couldn't help but refuse.

Those dark, unassuming Hundred Herbs Pills packed infinite power; that sensation of utter weakness, she didn't want to experience a second time.

"Take them."

Chen Chuyang stuffed them over, not giving her the chance to refuse.

Shang Hongxue didn't know whether to laugh or cry; she still had to express her thanks.

"Thank you, Brother Chuyang."

"You're welcome."

This was his own little rich lady, a future great wealthy patron; he absolutely must treat her well.

At the same time, Chen Chuyang had his eyes set on her; there were still several more layers of restrictions within her body, and once they were fully untied, Chen Chuyang was certain his Formation would rise to a terrifying level. Moreover, he could also modify his own body based on the characteristics of the Cultivation body—perhaps he could use this to create more geniuses.

Many ideas filled his mind, and some of them could actually be put into practice.

Just like Pill Refining, the body held many secrets, especially secrets related to cultivation.

Once thoroughly researched, the benefits would be profound.

Shang Hongxue didn't know why, but being stared at so directly by Brother Chuyang, she felt a little happy, a little excited, and at the same time, a little nervous.

She closed her eyes, not looking, letting Brother Chuyang do as he pleased.

After waiting a while without any reaction on her body, Shang Hongxue opened her eyes somewhat disappointed, only to see Brother Chuyang's teasing gaze; she realized she had been played by Brother Chuyang.

"Hmph."

Stomping her foot, letting out a cold huff, folding her arms, she turned her back to Chen Chuyang; she was angry.

Chen Chuyang didn't know whether to laugh or cry; this girl was really something.

He reached out and rubbed her head, then looked toward the foot of the mountain.

"Someone has come to pick you up."

"Ah?"

Shang Hongxue looked toward the foot of the mountain, somewhat reluctant to leave.

"Can I not go?"

She didn't want to leave Brother Chuyang; even if she stayed on Longshe Shan doing chores, farming, and things like that, she would still feel very happy.

Here, she could do everything she wanted to do, could be like a normal person, and wouldn't be overly protected.

Very happy, very free, very relaxed, with no need to care about other people's opinions.

Having a weak body was no reason for her to be restricted.

"You may like it, but your father probably won't agree."

Chen Chuyang raised his hand and pointed at Shang Yingnian walking up the mountain; beside him was Xiao Pangzi Shang Yue. The father and son had come together to welcome Shang Hongxue down the mountain; a fuming Shang Yingnian walked in front, striding up the mountain with great steps.

Shang Hongxue saw her father and younger brother and pouted.

She didn't want to go down the mountain, nor did she want to leave.

She had already built her own dwelling; this house was one she and Brother Chuyang had built together, filled with happiness.

Though it couldn't compare to the house at home, here was her home.

Her very own home.

"Father."

Shang Yingnian swept a glance over his daughter and said, "So you still remember you have me as a father. So many days and you didn't come home."

His tone was a bit heavy; most importantly, he said this while looking at Chen Chuyang.

Chen Chuyang rubbed his nose, "Is Lord of Mount Tai warning me?"

As expected, Shang Yingnian definitely has no good intentions coming up the mountain this time.

"Father, it has nothing to do with Chuyang brother; I just don't want to go down the mountain."

"I want to stay here." Shang Hongxue gathered her courage and spoke her heart.

Upon hearing that, Shang Yue rubbed his forehead; his older sister is really brave.

Shang Yingnian's eyes instantly reddened upon hearing those words.

"What?"

"What did you say? You want to stay here? Are you sure?"

His own baby daughter has truly been brainwashed, completely mindless.

He would rather stay on the mountain than go back with him, which infuriates him.

What's good about Longshe Shan? The spiritual energy—cough, cough, cough—is indeed richer than that of the Shang Clan.

The scenery is also better than the Shang Clan's.

Resources also seem more abundant than the Shang Clan's.

Compared like this, this place really does seem like a good spot.

A true cultivation blessed land.

"Hongxue, even though Father doesn't blame you for going up the mountain, you still need to go home; Mother misses you dearly and hasn't been in the mood to cultivate these days."

Shang Yue rubbed his forehead, "My lord father, if you miss my sister, just say so; why push it onto Mother?"